Christopher T. Oswald, MD

Cardiology

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Overview

Area of focus i

  • Preventive Care
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Congestive Heart Failure

Languages spoken

  • English

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About

Philosophy of care

I strive to develop a professional relationship with my patients and explain the diagnosis and treatment of their illness as we collaborate on a care plan. I discuss the risks and benefits of procedures and medications so they understand their chronic illness and prognosis. It's also important patients have a say in any changes in the plan of care. I try to anticipate their needs and get other services involved to keep them at home and out of the hospital.

Why I entered medicine

I served in the Peace Corps in Ghana, West Africa. I saw how much community members cared for each other, especially for the sick and elderly, but there was insufficient medical resources or knowledge to make an impact. When I got back to the U.S., I worked very hard to get into medical school. Throughout my postgraduate medical training I was fortunate to have mentors and experiences that exposed me to a wide variety of patients.  I am very grateful to give back to my hometown community.

Community involvement

I am a member of the St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Red Hill, Montgomery County.

Personal interests

I am an avid Formula 1, Phillies and Liverpool FC fan. I spend my free time with my kids riding ATVs and enjoying the outdoors.

Education

Undergraduate
 Lehigh University, BS - Biochemistry, 1988

Medical Training
 Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University, MD - Doctor of Medicine, 1999

Training

Residency 2002
 Internal Medicine, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC

Fellowship 2005
 Cardiovascular Medicine, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC

Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease

Publications & Clinical Trials

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