Hector J Crespo, MD

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Dr. Crespo is an internist and cardiologist who is currently serving patients in Miami Lakes, Florida. He is also affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Florida, located in Weston, Florida. Cleveland Clinic Florida is a medical center that is home to over 240 of the world’s top physicians and specialists representing 40 specialties. It ranked #1 in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale metro area and is a top hospital in Florida, according to U.S. News & World Report.

Dr. Crespo received his medical degree from the Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 2013. Thereafter, he went on to complete his residency at Cleveland Clinic Health System.

Dr. Crespo is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.

Dr. Crespo is a member of the American College of Cardiology (ACC). The ACC is a nonprofit medical association established in 1949. It bestows credentials upon cardiovascular specialists who meet its qualifications. The mission of the ACC is to transform cardiovascular care and improve heart health.

Internal medicine is the medical specialty dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases. Physicians specializing in internal medicine, like Dr. Crespo, are called internists.

Cardiology is a branch of medicine that deals with the disorders of the heart as well as some parts of the circulatory system. A cardiologist is not the same as a cardiac surgeon. A cardiac surgeon opens the chest and performs heart surgery; whereas a cardiologist, like Dr. Crespo, specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases of the cardiovascular system.

Dr. Crespo attributes his success to dedication, continuous education, and research. He takes on challenges and strives to provide quality patient care in order to make a difference.

Dr. Crespo’s favorite publications include all major medical and cardiology research journals.

In his spare time, Dr. Crespo enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and playing sports.

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