Rick A Henderson M.D.
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
217 Harrisburg Ave The Heart Group, Ltd Lancaster PA, 17603About
Dr. Rick Henderson is a cardiologist practicing in Lancaster, PA. Dr. Henderson 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. Henderson also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Cardiovascular Disease
Provider Details
Internships
- North Carolina Baptist Hospital
Fellowships
- Penn State University-Hershey Medical Center; Wake Forest University (Electrocardiology)
Professional Society Memberships
- American College of Cardiologists
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Support from Professors and Colleagues and Patient Interaction
Hobbies / Sports
- Piloting Airplanes
Favorite professional publications
- Heart Rhythm Society Journal
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