John Joseph Griffin MD
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
1708 Old Donation Pkwy Virginia Beach VA, 23454About
Dr. John Griffin is a cardiologist practicing in Virginia Beach, VA. Dr. Griffin 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. Griffin also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Univ of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md 1976
University of Maryland School of Medicine 1976
Provider Details
Treatments
- Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- Stroke
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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