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Cardiology - Heart Institute at Cape Coral Hospital
Clinical Interests:
Diagnostic cardiology including left and right cardiac catheterization and peripheral angiography
ECG/Holter/MCOT interpretation
Stress testing exercise/nuclear/echo
Echocardiography including Transesophageal/Contrast/Peripheral Vascular Imaging
Temporary pacemaker placement
Critical care management
Heart failure management
Lipid management
Arryhtmias and preventive cardiology
Loop recorder/event monitor implantation
Languages Spoken:
English
Patients Treated:
Adults
Robert Cross, MD, is a highly skilled and compassionate cardiologist at Lee Physician Group within the Heart Institute. With a strong clinical background and a deep commitment to patient care, Dr. Cross specializes in diagnostic cardiology, including left and right cardiac catheterization and peripheral angiography. He is adept at interpreting ECG, Holter, and MCOT readings, as well as performing stress testing (exercise, nuclear, and echocardiographic) to assess cardiovascular health. Dr. Cross is also proficient in echocardiography, including transesophageal echocardiograms, contrast echocardiography, and peripheral vascular imaging. He is trained to place temporary pacemakers and is experienced in managing critical care and heart failure patients. Additionally, his expertise extends to lipid management, arrhythmias, preventive cardiology, and implanting loop recorders or event monitors to monitor heart rhythms.
Dr. Cross earned his medical degree from Saint George's University School of Medicine in Grenada and completed his residency at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia. He furthered his specialization with a fellowship at Marshall University Medical School in Huntington, West Virginia. Certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Dr. Cross is passionate about delivering personalized and effective treatments for his patients, ensuring their cardiovascular health is managed with precision and care. His dedication to Lee Health is evident in his patient-centered approach, aiming to improve the overall health and well-being of each individual he treats.
Medical School:
Saint George's University School of Medicine, Grenada
Residenc(ies):
Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia
Fellowship(s):
Marshall University Medical School, Huntington, WV
Board Certification(s):
Cardiovascular Disease
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