Ralph M. Kunkel MD
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
910 W 5th Ave Suite 1000 Spokane WA, 99204About
Dr. Ralph Kunkel is a cardiologist practicing in Spokane, WA. Dr. Kunkel 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. Kunkel also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia Pa 1977
Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania 1977
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Heart Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
Fellowships
- GOOD SAMARITAN HSP, PHOENIX, AZ 1981
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