The 20 Best Apoplexy Doctors Near Me in Arroyo Grande, CA
Find the Top Apoplexy Experts and Specialists
Cardiology - Dignity Health - Arroyo Grande, CA
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. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Supravalvular Aortic Stenosis, Atherosclerosis, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Fletcher is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease). Dr. Fletcher is currently accepting new patients.
Cardiology - Dignity Health - Arroyo Grande, CA
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. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiomyopathy, Coronary Heart Disease, and Atherosclerosis. Dr. Niku is currently accepting new patients.
Central Coast Cardiothoracic Surgical Associates
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. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Disease, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Faber is board certified in Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. Dr. Faber is currently accepting new patients.
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Accessible and Comprehensive Quality Health Care Services. Dr. Bhat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Bhat is board certified in Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine (Sub: Geriatric Medicine). Dr. Bhat is currently accepting new patients.
Arroyo Medical Group
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 clinical expertise encompasses Melorheostosis, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Osteopenia, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Sandberg is board certified in Family Medicine.
Coastal Cardiology A Medical Corp.
Andrea Tackett is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Tackett is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Pacemaker Implantation.
CHC The Doctor's Office
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. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Abetalipoproteinemia.
Central Coast In-Patient Consultants Inc
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. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.
Peter Thom is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Arroyo Grande, California. Dr. Thom is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Pacemaker Implantation, and Hip Replacement.
Coastal Cardiology Medical Group
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. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Arrhythmias, Atherosclerosis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Bocchicchio is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease) and Internal Medicine (Sub: Interventional Cardiology). Dr. Bocchicchio is currently accepting new patients.
Cardiology - Dignity Health - San Luis Obispo, CA
Dr. Mark Sada joined our group in 1997. He received his undergraduate degree from Stanford University and received his MD from the University of California at Irvine in 1989. Dr. Sada’s additional training was at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in Internal Medicine and Cardiology. Dr. Sada is board certified in cardiology and interventional cardiology. His areas of interest include catheter-based treatment of coronary artery and peripheral vascular disease as well as carotid stenting, implantation of pacemakers, cardiac defibrillators, and cardiac resynchronization therapy. His hobbies include tennis and skiing.Learn More. Dr. Sada is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Supravalvular Aortic Stenosis, Arrhythmias, Pacemaker Implantation, and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Sada is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease) and Internal Medicine (Sub: Interventional Cardiology). Dr. Sada is currently accepting new patients.
Cardiology - Dignity Health - San Luis Obispo, CA
Dr. Robert Doria has lived on the Central Coast and practiced Cardiovascular Medicine as a partner with Coastal Cardiology since 1990. His undergraduate education was obtained at the U.S. Air Force Academy and the University of California, Los Angeles. He attended graduate schools at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor and UCLA where he studied radiation biology and radiation physics. He attended medical school at the University of Southern California. After residency in Internal Medicine, he completed his fellowship in Cardiology at the University of California, Irvine.While he practices all aspects of cardiology, his primary interests are in the treatment of coronary artery disease, interventional revascularization procedures, cardiac arrhythmias including treatment with pacemaker and defibrillator devices, and advanced congestive heart failure, including the use of device therapies for support and cardiac transplantation.Dr. Doria has received Board Certification in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Diseases, and Interventional Cardiology from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He was elected to Fellowship in the American College of Cardiology in 1990.Dr. Doria lives with his wife and three children and enjoys spending spare time with family activities, youth sports, basketball and snow skiing. Dr. Doria is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ventricular Fibrillation, Paroxysmal Ventricular Fibrillation, Coronary Heart Disease, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Doria is board certified in Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease), and Internal Medicine (Sub: Interventional Cardiology). Dr. Doria is currently accepting new patients.
Cardiology - Dignity Health - San Luis Obispo, CA
I completed my residency in internal medicine at the University of California, Irvine, and a fellowship in cardiovascular diseases at the Ochsner Heart and Vascular Institute in New Orleans. While at the Scripps Clinic, I completed a fellowship in interventional cardiology as well as a fellowship in Structural Heart Disease and Peripheral Vascular Interventions, receiving an additional year of formal training in transcatheter aortic valve replacement, Watchman left atrial appendage closure, ASD/PFO closure, mitral valve repair, and peripheral vascular interventions.I'm a past fellow-in-training member of the Interventional Scientific Council for the American College of Cardiology and a current member of the Interventional Writing Group. I'm also a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI).My goal is to provide outstanding cardiovascular care to Bakersfield and the southern San Joaquin Valley. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Apoplexy, Angina, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Thompson is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Interventional Cardiology), Internal Medicine, and Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease). Dr. Thompson is currently accepting new patients.
Primary Care - Dignity Health - Nipomo, CA
Nancy Kitson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Nipomo, California. Dr. Kitson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Vascular Dementia, Dementia, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Kitson is currently accepting new patients.
Phillip Kissel MD A Professional Corp.
Phillip Kissel is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Kissel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pallister-Hall Syndrome, Choroid Plexus Papilloma, Subdural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.
Primary Care - Dignity Health - San Luis Obispo, CA
Dr. Steven Goodman graduated from Tulane university with a Bachelors of Science with a Major in Biology. He attended medical school at the University of Illinois in Chicago . Dr. Goodman completed his internship and residency in Family Medicine at San Bernardino County Hospital, following two years of working, outpatient medicine, traveling, fishing and scuba diving in Guam. He and his wife relocated to San Luis Obispo in 1988. He formed Cuesta Medical Group (CMG) in 1994. In 2015 CMG joined Dignity Health’s medical group Pacific Central Coast Health Centers. Dr. Goodman continues to practice full service Family Medicine, and also serves as the Vice President of Clinical Operations for Pacific Central Coast Health Centers. Dr. Goodman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), High Cholesterol, Supravalvular Aortic Stenosis, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Goodman is board certified in Family Medicine.
Cardiology & Specialty Care - Dignity Health - San Luis Obispo, CA
Ragesh Panikkath is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Panikkath is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, His Bundle Tachycardia, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Panikkath is board certified in Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease), and Internal Medicine (Sub: Clin Cardiac Electrophysiolog. Dr. Panikkath is currently accepting new patients.
Coastal Cardiology Medical Group
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. Bandari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, Atherosclerosis, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Bandari is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease). Dr. Bandari is currently accepting new patients.
Kenneth Tway MD
I believe in Excellence in the art and science of healing the heart. Dr. Tway is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Pediatric Myocarditis, Necrosis, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia. Dr. Tway is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease) and Internal Medicine. Dr. Tway is currently accepting new patients.
Central Coast Neurological Surgery
David Yeh is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in San Luis Obispo, California. Dr. Yeh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Spondylosis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Yeh is board certified in Neurological Surgery. Dr. Yeh is currently accepting new patients.
Last Updated: 04/28/2026













