
Overview
Michael Cryer is an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Columbia, South Carolina.
His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Edema, Angina, Heart Attack, and Apoplexy.
Dr. Cryer is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Cryer is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
8 Richland Medical Park Drive, Suite 100, Columbia, SC 29203
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael J. Cryer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael J. Cryer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael J. Cryer by calling their office at 803-434-3800. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael J. Cryer a top-rated expert for Pulmonary Edema?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael J. Cryer is classified as an Experienced expert for Pulmonary Edema, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Michael J. Cryer specialize in?
While Dr. Michael J. Cryer is a Interventional Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Pulmonary Edema, Angina, and Heart Attack. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Interventional Cardiology.
Does Dr. Michael J. Cryer participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michael J. Cryer has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pulmonary Edema. You can view a list of Dr. Michael J. Cryer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Michael J. Cryer accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael J. Cryer accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 803-434-3800 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Experienced
- AnginaDr. Cryer isExperienced. Learn about Angina.
- ApoplexyDr. Cryer isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Cryer isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- AtherosclerosisDr. Cryer isExperienced. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Cryer isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Cryer isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.
- Familial HypertensionDr. Cryer isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypertension.
- Familial Neurocardiogenic SyncopeDr. Cryer isExperienced. Learn about Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope.
- Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism
- Heart AttackDr. Cryer isExperienced. Learn about Heart Attack.
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- HypertensionDr. Cryer isExperienced. Learn about Hypertension.
- Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST)Dr. Cryer isExperienced. Learn about Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST).
- Jervell Lange-Nielsen Syndrome (JLNS)Dr. Cryer isExperienced. Learn about Jervell Lange-Nielsen Syndrome (JLNS).
- Long QT SyndromeDr. Cryer isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome.
- Long QT Syndrome 1Dr. Cryer isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome 1.
- Long QT Syndrome 2Dr. Cryer isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome 2.
- Long QT Syndrome 3Dr. Cryer isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome 3.
- Long QT Syndrome 5Dr. Cryer isExperienced. Learn about Long QT Syndrome 5.
- Metabolic SyndromeDr. Cryer isExperienced. Learn about Metabolic Syndrome.
- Mitral Valve RegurgitationDr. Cryer isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Valve Regurgitation.
- Pulmonary EdemaDr. Cryer isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Edema.
- Stable AnginaDr. Cryer isExperienced. Learn about Stable Angina.
- Timothy SyndromeDr. Cryer isExperienced. Learn about Timothy Syndrome.
- Unstable AnginaDr. Cryer isExperienced. Learn about Unstable Angina.


