Nana Yaw Afari-armah MD
Cardiologist | Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
3401 N Broad St Philadelphia PA, 19140About
Dr. Nana Afari-armah is a cardiologist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Afari-armah 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. Afari-armah also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Mechanical Engineering 2009
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Treatments
- Heart Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
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