Richard Paul Abben MD
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
225 Dunn St Houma LA, 70360About
Dr. Richard Abben is a cardiologist practicing in Houma, LA. Dr. Abben 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. Abben also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Univ of Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1978
University of Illinois College of Medicine 1978
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Cardiovascular Disease
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- High Cholesterol
- Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Vascular Disease
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