
Elissa Cooke Thompson MD
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
5530 Wisconsin Ave Chevy Chase MD, 20815About
Dr. Elissa Thompson is a cardiologist practicing in Chevy Chase, MD. Dr. Thompson 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. Thompson also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
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