Keith A Klopfenstein MD
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
1001 Towson Ave Fort Smith AR, 72901About
Dr. Keith Klopfenstein is a cardiologist practicing in Fort Smith, AR. Dr. Klopfenstein 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. Klopfenstein also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
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