Alexander Askanas MD
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
242 E 19th St #1 New York NY, 10003About
Dr. Alexander Askanas is a cardiologist practicing in New York, NY. Dr. Askanas 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. Askanas also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Med University Of Warsaw 1960
Akademia Medyczna 1960
Provider Details
Treatments
- Heart Disease
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Gallstones
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Inguinal Hernia
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