Aftab Ahmed Shaikh M.D.
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
6005 Park Ave Suite 906 Memphis TN, 38119About
Dr. Aftab Shaikh is a cardiologist practicing in Memphis, TN. Dr. Shaikh 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. Shaikh also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Liaquat Med Coll, Univ of Sind, Jamshoro, Pakistan 1972
Liaquat Medical College 1972
Liaquat University of Medical & Health Sciences Jamshoro 1973
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
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