
Godfrey Achilihu MD FACC
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
614 N 2nd St Monroe LA, 71201About
Dr. Godfrey Achilihu is a cardiologist practicing in Monroe, LA. Dr. Achilihu 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. Achilihu also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Univ of Ibadan, Coll of Med, Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria 1981
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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GLENWOOD REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTERl
503 MCMILLAN ROAD WEST MONROE LA 71291