Summary

Dr. Ronald Kantola is a cardiovascular disease specialist who earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency training at Scott & White Memorial Hospital and brings 26 years of experience to his cardiovascular practice. Dr. Kantola is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Kantola practices at multiple locations throughout the Fort Smith area, including Arkansas Heart Center, and maintains hospital affiliations with Baptist Health Fort Smith, Mercy Hospital Fort Smith, Baptist Health Van Buren, Northeastern Health System Sequoyah, and Fort Smith ER and Hospital. He specializes in treating heart rhythm disorders like cardiac arrhythmia and supraventricular tachycardia, as well as chest pain conditions such as angina. His expertise includes performing heart monitoring tests like electrocardiograms and specialized heart imaging studies including contrast echocardiography and transthoracic echocardiograms. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.6 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 26 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Scott & White Memorial Hospital
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me
  • Provided follow-up after the visit

Office Locations

Dr. Ronald Lawrence Kantola has 4 locations

Arkansas Heart Center

4200 Jenny Lind Rd Ste AFort Smith, AR 72901
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mercy Hospital Fort Smith

7301 Rogers AveFort Smith, AR 72903

Baptist Health Fort Smith

1001 Towson AveFort Smith, AR 72901

Baptist Health Van Buren

211 Crawford Memorial DrVan Buren, AR 72956

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Cardiovascular DiseaseNurse PractitionerNurse PractitionerCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.6 
26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Fort Smith , ARFort Smith , ARFort Smith , ARFort Smith , AR
Med School: Oklahoma State Univ Center For Health Sciences College Of Osteopathic Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ronald Lawrence Kantola

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ronald Lawrence Kantola has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ronald Lawrence Kantola has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Cardiac Ultrasound
  • Chest Pain
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG)
  • Exercise Stress Test
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Nuclear Stress Test
  • Palpitations
  • Shortness of Breath
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Dr. Ronald Lawrence Kantola holds an expired medical license in the states of Oklahoma and Arkansas.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Oklahoma that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Arkansas that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Scott & White Memorial Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Oklahoma State Univ Center For Health Sciences College Of Osteopathic Med in 2000.

NPI Number

Dr. Kantola's NPI number is 1265412506.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Ronald Lawrence Kantola accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Ronald Lawrence Kantola has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Ronald Lawrence Kantola speak?
Dr. Ronald Lawrence Kantola speaks English and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ronald Lawrence Kantola?
You can find contact information for Dr. Ronald Lawrence Kantola here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Ronald Lawrence Kantola's office located?
Dr. Ronald Lawrence Kantola's office is located at 4200 Jenny Lind Rd Ste A, Fort Smith, AR, 72901.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ronald Lawrence Kantola affiliated with?
Dr. Ronald Lawrence Kantola is affiliated with Baptist Health Fort Smith, Mercy Hospital Fort Smith, Baptist Health Van Buren, Northeastern Health System Sequoyah, and Fort Smith Er And Hospital.

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