Craig Michael Walker MD
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
225 Dunn St Houma LA, 70360About
Dr. Craig Walker is a cardiologist practicing in Houma, LA. Dr. Walker 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. Walker also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La 1977
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 1977
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Cardiovascular Disease
Provider Details
Treatments
- High Cholesterol
- Heart Disease
- Stroke
- Varicose Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Swelling
- Leg Ulcer
- Vascular Disease
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