Michael Wade Faulkner M.D.
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
619 19th St S Birmingham AL, 35249About
Dr. Michael Faulkner is a cardiologist practicing in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Faulkner specializes in diagnosing, monitoring, and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels and the cardiovascular system. These conditions include heart attacks, heart murmurs, coronary heart disease, and hypertension. Dr. Faulkner also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
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