Michael Peter Thomas MD
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
Duke University Medical Center Erwin Road Durham NC, 27710About
Dr. Michael Thomas is a cardiologist practicing in Durham, NC. Dr. Thomas 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. Thomas also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
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