The 20 Best Arrhythmias Doctors Near Me in Santa Cruz, CA

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The 20 Best Arrhythmias Doctors near Santa Cruz, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 9 doctor with experience in Arrhythmias near Santa Cruz, CA. Of these, 6 are Advanced and 3 are Experienced.

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    Ryan Brandt
    Advanced in Arrhythmias
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Arrhythmias
    Cardiology

    PAMF - Cardiology

    2025 Soquel Dr, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ryan Brandt is a Cardiologist in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Brandt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arrhythmias. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Heart Attack, Arrhythmias, Pacemaker Implantation, and Endoscopy. Dr. Brandt is currently accepting new patients.

    Neil Sawhney
    Advanced in Arrhythmias
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Arrhythmias
    Cardiology

    PAMF - Cardiology

    2025 Soquel Dr, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Neil Sawhney is a Cardiologist in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Sawhney is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arrhythmias. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Sawhney is currently accepting new patients.

    Jay A. Johnson
    Advanced in Arrhythmias
    Advanced in Arrhythmias

    Cardiovascular Associates Of Santa Cruz

    1595 Soquel Dr, Ste 220, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    I think it is very important to listen to patients and understand their concerns and answer all of their questions. My treatment recommendations are evidence-based, follow national and international practice guidelines and are tailored to each patient's needs. I have a strong emphasis on preventive medicine and draw from any and all branches of health care. While pharmacological therapy is sometimes the best choice, I always prefer to treat without medications when there are safe, effective and proven alternatives. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arrhythmias. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, and Pacemaker Implantation.

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    Victor Ochoa
    Advanced in Arrhythmias
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Arrhythmias
    Cardiology

    Cardiovascular Associates Of Santa Cruz

    1595 Soquel Dr, Ste 220, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Ochoa is a Harvard graduate originally from the Monterey Bay area. He went to medical school at Dartmouth, completed his medical residency training at Yale University, and attended UCSF for his Cardiology training. Dr. Ochoa is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arrhythmias. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Angina, Atherosclerosis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Anthony Sturzu
    Experienced in Arrhythmias
    Experienced in Arrhythmias

    PAMF - Cardiology

    2025 Soquel Dr, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Sturzu is a Cardiologist in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Sturzu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arrhythmias. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Fainting, Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, and Cardiomyopathy. Dr. Sturzu is currently accepting new patients.

    Rajinder Singh
    Experienced in Arrhythmias
    Experienced in Arrhythmias

    Cardiovascular Associates Of Santa Cruz

    1595 Soquel Dr, Ste 220, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Individualized and compassionate care. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arrhythmias. His top areas of expertise are Stable Angina, Metabolic Syndrome, Angina, Aortic Valve Stenosis, and Angioplasty.

    Advanced in Arrhythmias
    Advanced in Arrhythmias

    PAMF - Cardiology

    2025 Soquel Dr, 
    Santa Cruz, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Fiona Dulbecco is a Cardiologist in Santa Cruz, California. Dr. Dulbecco is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arrhythmias. Her top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Heart Failure.

    Benjamin Potkin
    Advanced in Arrhythmias
    Advanced in Arrhythmias

    Monterey Bay Heart Center A Medical Corporation

    73 Penny Ln, 
    Watsonville, CA 
     (14.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr.Potkin's cardiovascular training  included 4 y ears at R ush University, Chicago,  Illinois; 2 years  at the University of California at Irvine, California; 2 years at the National Institutes of  Health, Heart, Lung and Blood Institute in Bethesda, M aryland; 2 years at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, and a final year at Washington Hospital Center Heart Center, Washington  DC's premier cardiovascular center where senators , congressme n, and local dignitaries often received their cardiovascular medical care.  During these 11 post-graduat e training years he published over 45 peer-reviewed manuscripts in prestigious journals and helped write several books and lectured in this country and in Europe.  After completing general and sub-specialty training Dr. Potkin move from Washington D.C. to the Monterey Bay area in 1991.  This was a major decision for him to leave the academic world and enter the private practice world. This decision was initially difficult to leave Washington, D.C. for the west coast, however, besides having a great love and dedication to medicine, he wanted to raise a family in a safe and beautiful area that would still allow him practice cardiovascular medicine and participate in academic medicine in beautiful Monterey Bay area. Dr. Potkin has been in our community for 26 years now and began practicing clinical and Interventional Cardiology at our local hospitals and affiliated with Stanford Medical Center and El Camino Hospitals since 1991 as a teacher and attending physician.  He is an expert in cardiovascular medicine including the prevention and treatment of coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, cholesterol metabolism, systemic hypertension,congestive heart failure, adult congenital heart disease, chest discomfort, valvular heart disease, and TIA- stroke. He also has special expertise in rhythm abnormalities including palpitations, pacemaker, defibrillator, biventricular pacemaker management and implantation.  Dr. Potkin regularly educates the community and physicians through lecture series and tutorials. He is board certified in cardiovascular medicine, a fellow in the American College of Cardiology, and is also a Fellow in the Society of Cardiology and Angiography and Interventions as well as a member of the Heart Rhythm Society and American Heart Association.Dr Potkin is committed to providing his patients exceptional care with special attention to quality of life and alleviation of fear and suffering.He wants his patients and their families to enjoy their precious lives. Several of his simple but true adages are that the most important lesson he learned in Medical school is that life is fragile and precious and not be taken for granted. That the rare complication or adverse outcome, is not rare to the person who experiences it, for that PERSON IT IS 100%. These basic concepts keep him focused on providing the best medical care for his patients. Dr. Potkin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arrhythmias. His top areas of expertise are Heart Murmurs, Restrictive Cardiomyopathy (RCM), Carotid Artery Disease, and Venous Insufficiency.

    Experienced in Arrhythmias
    Cardiology | Family Medicine
    Experienced in Arrhythmias
    Cardiology | Family Medicine

    Coastal Health Partners

    65 Nielson St, Ste 102, 
    Watsonville, CA 
     (13.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stanley Hwang is a Cardiologist and a Family Medicine provider in Watsonville, California. Dr. Hwang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arrhythmias. His top areas of expertise are Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Atrial Fibrillation, and Angina. Dr. Hwang is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Arrhythmias?

    An arrhythmia is a disorder of the heart rate (pulse) or heart rhythm. The heart can beat too fast (tachycardia), too slow (bradycardia), or irregularly.

    An arrhythmia can be harmless, a sign of other heart problems, or an immediate danger to your health.

    When should I see an Arrhythmias doctor near Santa Cruz, 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 Arrhythmias doctor near Santa Cruz, 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 Arrhythmias doctors near Santa Cruz, 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 Arrhythmias doctors near Santa Cruz, 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 Arrhythmias doctor near Santa Cruz, 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 Arrhythmias doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Arrhythmias 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 Arrhythmias doctor near Santa Cruz, 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 Arrhythmias 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 Arrhythmias 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 Arrhythmias doctors near Santa Cruz, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Arrhythmias 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 Arrhythmias doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Arrhythmias 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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