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Dr. Charles R. Minehart joined Berks Cardiologists, Ltd. in 1980. He is Board Certified in Cardiology and Internal Medicine.

His sub-specialties include:

  · Cardiac Cathertization

  · Catheter-based Coronary Interventions

Dr. Minehart left his hometown of Philadelphia, PA to receive his undergraduate degree in biology from Franklin and Marshall College, Lancaster, PA, and returned to Philadelphia for his medical degree from Temple University Medical School. His postgraduate training included medical residence at Newton Wellesley Hospital in Newton Lower Falls, MA, and fellowship at Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University back in Philadelphia.

"Today's cardiology has an impact in significantly reducing the risk of death associated with vascular disease. Laypersons need to understand the importance of vigorous blood pressure control and lipid control in preventing development and progression  of vascular disease."

Dr. Minehart's current hospital affiliations include:

  · St. Joseph Medical Center, Reading, PA

  · The Reading Hospital and Medical Center, Reading, PA

  · Saint Catherine Medical Center, Ashland, PA

Professional Organizations:

  · Fellow, American College of Cardiology

  · Former President of American Heart Association, Berks County, PA

  · Former President, Medical Staff, St. Joseph Medical Center, Reading, PA

  · Director, Noninvasive Laboratory, St. Joseph Medical Center, Reading, PA

  · Member of American Medical Association

  · Member of Berks County Medical Society

  · Member of Philadelphia Cardiology Society
 

Civic and Community Activities:

  · Former, President Berks/Schuylkill Chapter American Heart Association

  · Foundation Board – St. Joseph Medical Center, Reading, PA

  · Credentialing Committee – St. Joseph Medical Center, Reading, PA

  · Member of Pennsylvania Horticultural Society

  · Member of Atlantic Salmon Federation

  · Member of Ruffed Grouse Society

Dr. Minehart and his wife have three children. His hobbies include fishing, gardening, dog training and bird hunting.