Peter R Callaham MD
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
11386 Pleasant Valley Rd Penn Valley CA, 95946About
Dr. Peter Callaham is a cardiologist practicing in Penn Valley, CA. Dr. Callaham 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. Callaham also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Va Commonwealth Univ, Med Coll of Va Sch of Med, Richmond Va 1982
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine 1982
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- High Cholesterol
- Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Vascular Disease
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