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    MediFind found 43 doctor with experience in Apoplexy near Arroyo Grande, CA. Of these, 38 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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      Lorianna P. Fletcher
      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Experienced in Apoplexy

      Cardiology - Dignity Health - Arroyo Grande, CA

      850 Fair Oaks Ave, Suite 100, 
      Arroyo Grande, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Fletcher is a California native and moved to the San Luis Obispo area in 1998. She received her M.D. degree from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1991. Additional training includes a Masters Degree in Public Health from Tulane University and Internal Medicine residency at Duke University. She did her Cardiology Fellowship at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California from 1995-1998. She is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Echocardiography and Nuclear Cardiology.She is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology with additional training in coronary CT angiography. Her areas of specialty include cardiac rehabilitation, preventative cardiology and noninvasive myocardial imaging with nuclear imaging and echocardiography. She is the director of Coastal Cardiology’s state of the art nuclear imaging laboratory. When not working she is busy running marathons or just running after her two children. Dr. Fletcher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. Her top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Supravalvular Aortic Stenosis, Atherosclerosis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

      Adam Niku
      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Cardiology
      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Cardiology

      Cardiology - Dignity Health - Arroyo Grande, CA

      850 Fair Oaks Ave, Suite 100, 
      Arroyo Grande, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Niku grew up in San Luis Obispo as the son of two Cal Poly professors. He attended college at UCLA, where he received his B.S. in biochemistry in 2011. He then attended medical school at The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio, receiving his M.D. in 2016. He trained in Internal Medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center from 2016 to 2019 and in Cardiovascular Disease at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston 2019 to 2022.Dr. Niku is board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Adult Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, and Cardiac CT. His professional interests include non-invasive imaging, valvular heart disease, and onco-cardiology (the management of chronic cardiac conditions in cancer patients). During his training, he participated in research projects examining the natural history and treatment of cardiac arrhythmias and amyloid heart disease.In his spare time, Dr. Niku enjoys cooking, making ice cream, and playing music. Dr. Niku is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiomyopathy, Coronary Heart Disease, and Atherosclerosis.

      Luke A. Faber
      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Thoracic Surgery
      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Thoracic Surgery

      Central Coast Cardiothoracic Surgical Associates

      911 Oak Park Blvd, Ste 102, 
      Pismo Beach, CA 
       (1.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Faber is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Disease, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

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      Dewey S. Sandberg
      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Family Medicine

      Arroyo Medical Group

      931 Oak Park Blvd, Ste 101, 
      Pismo Beach, CA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Dr. Sandberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, Osteopenia, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

      Advanced in Apoplexy
      Advanced in Apoplexy

      Coastal Cardiology A Medical Corp.

      1941 Johnson Ave Ste 101, 
      San Luis Obispo, CA 
       (8.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Andrea Tackett is a Cardiologist in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Tackett is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. Her top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Pacemaker Implantation.

      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Internal Medicine

      Community Health Centers Of The Central Coast Inc

      1057 E Grand Ave, 
      Arroyo Grande, CA 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Pankaj Karan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Karan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Chorea-Acanthocytosis.

      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Internal Medicine

      Central Coast In-Patient Consultants Inc

      345 S Halcyon Rd, 
      Arroyo Grande, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ijeoma Ofiaeli is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Ofiaeli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Stroke, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Family Medicine | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Family Medicine | Internal Medicine

      Central Coast In-Patient Consultants Inc

      345 S Halcyon Rd, 
      Arroyo Grande, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      John Newlander is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Internal Medicine in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Newlander is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Acute Cystitis, Hip Replacement, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Internal Medicine

      Central Coast In-Patient Consultants Inc

      345 S Halcyon Rd, 
      Arroyo Grande, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Asad Shah is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Sepsis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Acute Pancreatitis, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Internal Medicine

      Central Coast In-Patient Consultants Inc

      345 S Halcyon Rd, 
      Arroyo Grande, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jacob Mayor is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Mayor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Internal Medicine

      Central Coast In-Patient Consultants Inc

      345 S Halcyon Rd, 
      Arroyo Grande, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ramsharan Kakani is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Kakani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Acute Pancreatitis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Peptic Ulcer, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Internal Medicine

      Central Coast In-Patient Consultants Inc

      345 S Halcyon Rd, 
      Arroyo Grande, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Morningstar Anton is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Anton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastrostomy, and Hip Replacement.

      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Family Medicine

      Central Coast In-Patient Consultants Inc

      345 S Halcyon Rd, 
      Arroyo Grande, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Patrick Coughlin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Coughlin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Artery Disease, Atherosclerosis, Sepsis, Aneurysm Repair, and Angioplasty.

      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Family Medicine

      Central Coast In-Patient Consultants Inc

      345 S Halcyon Rd, 
      Arroyo Grande, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Julian Bandura is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Bandura is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, and Acute Pancreatitis.

      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Internal Medicine

      Central Coast In-Patient Consultants Inc

      345 S Halcyon Rd, 
      Arroyo Grande, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Yosef Diab is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Diab is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Sepsis, Hepatorenal Syndrome, and Gastrointestinal Bleeding.

      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Pediatrics | Internal Medicine

      Central Coast In-Patient Consultants Inc

      345 S Halcyon Rd, 
      Arroyo Grande, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Ashley Buchanan is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Buchanan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. Her top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Sepsis, Acute Febrile Neutrophilic Dermatosis, Stroke, and Hip Replacement.

      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Geriatrics | Internal Medicine

      Adventist Health Physicians Network

      1154 E Grand Ave, 
      Arroyo Grande, CA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, French
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Olfa Najar is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics and Internal Medicine in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Najar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Najar is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Geriatrics | Internal Medicine

      Chc

      260 Station Way, Ste A, 
      Arroyo Grande, CA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Experience:
      44+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Accessible and Comprehensive Quality Health Care Services. Dr. Bhat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Experienced in Apoplexy
      Experienced in Apoplexy
      405 Traffic Way, Suite A, 
      Arroyo Grande, CA 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Peter Thom is a Cardiologist in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Thom is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Pacemaker Implantation, and Hip Replacement.

      Mark C. Bocchicchio
      Advanced in Apoplexy
      Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
      Advanced in Apoplexy
      Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology

      Coastal Cardiology Medical Group

      1941 Johnson Ave, Ste 101, 
      San Luis Obispo, CA 
       (11.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Whether addressing acute symptoms or managing chronic concerns, Coastal Cardiology physicians acknowledge each patient's leadership in identifying their healthcare goals. We believe our ability to provide exemplary care is strengthened when we work in collaboration with the patient, their family members and other healthcare providers. We demonstrate our respect and compassion by committing to continuous improvement, through constant education, ongoing training and frequent feedback. Dr. Bocchicchio is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Cardiomyopathy, Arrhythmias, Atherosclerosis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Apoplexy?

      Apoplexy is bleeding into an organ or loss of blood flow to an organ. For example,

      • Adrenal apoplexy -- bleeding into the adrenal glands
      • Pituitary apoplexy -- bleeding into the pituitary gland

      Apoplexy most often refers to stroke symptoms that occur suddenly. Such symptoms occur due to bleeding into the brain. It can also occur by a blood clot in a brain blood vessel. Conditions such as subarachnoid hemorrhage or stroke are sometimes called apoplexy.

      Functional apoplexy is when a person appears to be having stroke-like symptoms. However, there is no brain defect.

      When should I see an Apoplexy doctor near Arroyo Grande, CA?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing an Apoplexy doctor near Arroyo Grande, CA?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How does MediFind rank Apoplexy doctors near Arroyo Grande, CA?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by Apoplexy doctors near Arroyo Grande, CA?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with an Apoplexy doctor near Arroyo Grande, CA?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Apoplexy doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Apoplexy doctor?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with an Apoplexy doctor near Arroyo Grande, CA?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my Apoplexy doctor?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Apoplexy doctor may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female Apoplexy doctors near Arroyo Grande, CA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Apoplexy doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      Can I filter my search to find an Apoplexy doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Apoplexy doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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