The 20 Best Atrial Fibrillation Doctors Near Me in East Palo Alto, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 209 doctor with experience in Atrial Fibrillation near East Palo Alto, CA. Of these, 117 are Experienced, 69 are Advanced, 18 are Distinguished and 5 are Elite.

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    Elite in Atrial Fibrillation
    Elite in Atrial Fibrillation

    Office

    965 High St, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kenneth Mahaffey is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Mahaffey is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Acute Coronary Syndrome, Peripheral Artery Disease, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Elite in Atrial Fibrillation
    Elite in Atrial Fibrillation

    Silicon Valley Cardiology Palo Alto Medical Foundation

    2900 Whipple Ave, Ste 205, 
    Redwood City, CA 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Personalized care with access to state of the art diagnostic and therapeutic tools to provide for the best patient outcomes, while partnering with a group of physicians with similar philosophies and expertise. Dr. Winkle is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), Cardiac Ablation, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI). Dr. Winkle is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease), Internal Medicine, and Internal Medicine (Sub: Clin Cardiac Electrophysiolog. Dr. Winkle is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Atrial Fibrillation
    Elite in Atrial Fibrillation

    Nitish Badhwar, MD Private Practice

    300 Pasteur Dr, H2146a, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nitish Badhwar is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Badhwar is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias, Ventricular Tachycardia, Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Badhwar is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease) and Internal Medicine (Sub: Clin Cardiac Electrophysiolog.

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    Elite in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology
    Elite in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology

    Stanford Health Care

    300 Pasteur Dr, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mohan Viswanathan is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Viswanathan is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Atrial Tachycardia, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Silicon Valley Cardiology Palo Alto Medical Foundation

    1950 University Ave, Ste 160 Attn: Glenda Rhodes, 
    East Palo Alto, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    To deliver compassionate and comprehensive care to all patients while offering the most advanced options for arrhythmia treatment. Dr. Salcedo is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect, Arrhythmias, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Salcedo is board certified in Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease), and Internal Medicine (Sub: Clin Cardiac Electrophysiolog. Dr. Salcedo is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Silicon Valley Cardiology Palo Alto Medical Foundation

    1950 University Ave, Ste 160 Attn: Glenda Rhodes, 
    East Palo Alto, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Personalized care with access to state of the art diagnostic and therapeutic tools to provide for the best patient outcomes, while partnering with a group of physicians with similar philosophies and expertise. Dr. Engel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Atrial Tachycardia, His Bundle Tachycardia, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Engel is board certified in Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease), and Internal Medicine (Sub: Clin Cardiac Electrophysiolog. Dr. Engel is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology

    Palo Alto Center

    87 Encina Avenue, Encina Building, Level 1, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sung Chun is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Chun is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Giant Cell Myocarditis, Arrhythmias, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Chun is board certified in Electrophysiology - Board Certified and Cardiovascular Disease - Board Certified. Dr. Chun is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Palo Alto Center

    87 Encina Avenue, Encina Building, Level 1, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Cheena Ramrakhiani is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Ramrakhiani is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. She is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Heart Attack, Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, and Apoplexy. Dr. Ramrakhiani is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease - Board Certified. Dr. Ramrakhiani is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    300 Pasteur Dr, 
    Stanford,, CA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Karen Friday is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Stanford,, California. Dr. Friday is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. She is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Arrhythmias, Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, and Long QT Syndrome 1.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Palo Alto VA Medical Center

    3801 Miranda Ave, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Heidenreich is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Heidenreich is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Cardiac Ablation, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).

    Elite in Atrial Fibrillation
    Elite in Atrial Fibrillation

    Silicon Valley Cardiology Palo Alto Medical Foundation

    2900 Whipple Ave, Ste 205, 
    Redwood City, CA 
     (6.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Chad Brodt is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Redwood City, California. Dr. Brodt is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Arrhythmias, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Brodt is board certified in Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease), and Internal Medicine (Sub: Clin Cardiac Electrophysiolog.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    965 High St, 
    Palo Alto,, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    47+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eleanor Levin is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto,, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 47 years. Dr. Levin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. She is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Arrhythmias, and Ectopic Heartbeat.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology

    Radiology-Menlo Medical Clinic In Menlo Park-1300 Crane

    1300 Crane St, 
    Menlo Park,, CA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Seema Sinha is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Menlo Park,, California. Dr. Sinha is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. She is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multifocal Atrial Tachycardia, Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Atrial Tachycardia, His Bundle Tachycardia, and Heart Transplant.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Office

    300 Pasteur Dr, 
    Stanford,, CA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Abha Khandelwal is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Stanford,, California. Dr. Khandelwal is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. She is also highly rated in 51 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Multifocal Atrial Tachycardia, Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), Tubal Ligation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology

    Office

    300 Pasteur Dr, 
    Stanford,, CA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Phillip Yang is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Stanford,, California. Dr. Yang is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Hypertension, Cardiomyopathy, Mitral Stenosis, Atrial Fibrillation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Office

    300 Pasteur Dr Ste H2157, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ingela Schnittger is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Schnittger is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. She is also highly rated in 54 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation, Pulmonary Hypertension, Cardiomyopathy, Heart Transplant, and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation
    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation

    Silicon Valley Cardiology Palo Alto Medical Foundation

    1950 University Ave, Ste 160 Attn: Glenda Rhodes, 
    East Palo Alto, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Personalized care with access to state of the art diagnostic and therapeutic tools to provide for the best patient outcomes, while partnering with a group of physicians with similar philosophies and expertise. Dr. Smith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, High Cholesterol, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Smith is board certified in Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease), and Certification Board Of Nuclear Cardiology (CBNC). Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation
    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation

    Silicon Valley Cardiology Palo Alto Medical Foundation

    1950 University Ave, Ste 160 Attn: Glenda Rhodes, 
    East Palo Alto, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shalini Bhambani is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in East Palo Alto, California. Dr. Bhambani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Atrial Fibrillation, Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Bhambani is board certified in Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease). Dr. Bhambani is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation
    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation

    Silicon Valley Cardiology Palo Alto Medical Foundation

    1950 University Ave, Ste 160 Attn: Glenda Rhodes, 
    East Palo Alto, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Personalized care with access to state of the art diagnostic and therapeutic tools to provide for the best patient outcomes, while partnering with a group of physicians with similar philosophies and expertise. Dr. Ruder is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Atrial Fibrillation, Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, Cardiomyopathy, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Ruder is board certified in Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine (Sub: Cardiovascular Disease). Dr. Ruder is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology

    Palo Alto Center

    87 Encina Avenue, Encina Building, Level 1, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shaun Cho is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Cho is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias, Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), His Bundle Tachycardia, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Cho is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease - Board Certified and Electrophysiology - Board Certified. Dr. Cho is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Atrial Fibrillation?

    Atrial fibrillation (AF), also known as A-fib, is the most common type of irregular heartbeat (arrythmia) of the heart’s upper chambers (atria) which can lead to strokes, heart failure, blood clots in the heart and/or blockage of blood flow (ischemia) in the heart or other organs. Atrial fibrillation is frequently combined with a rapid heart rate (tachycardia) and occurs when the upper chambers of the heart (atria) receive abnormal electrical signals from the heart’s conduction system that causes the atria to quiver. Atrial fibrillation is categorized by the following four main types: Occasional (Paroxysmal) atrial fibrillation – This type of atrial fibrillation comes and goes, can last from minutes to hours, or even last as long as a week, or occur repeatedly, and may go away on its own. Persistent atrial fibrillation – In this type of atrial fibrillation, the irregular heart rhythm (arrythmia) doesn’t go away on its own and needs treatment to restore normal rhythm. Long-standing persistent atrial fibrillation – This type of atrial fibrillation occurs continuously, lasting longer than 12 months. Permanent atrial fibrillation – In this type of atrial fibrillation, the irregular heart rhythm cannot be restored to normal, in which case it becomes permanent, requiring heart medications and anticoagulants to prevent blood clots. Atrial fibrillation that occurs in individuals who do not have any heart defects or damage is called lone atrial fibrillation.

    When should I see an Atrial Fibrillation doctor near East Palo Alto, 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 Atrial Fibrillation doctor near East Palo Alto, 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 Atrial Fibrillation doctors near East Palo Alto, 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 Atrial Fibrillation doctors near East Palo Alto, 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 Atrial Fibrillation doctor near East Palo Alto, 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 Atrial Fibrillation doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Atrial Fibrillation 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 Atrial Fibrillation doctor near East Palo Alto, 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 Atrial Fibrillation 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 Atrial Fibrillation 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 Atrial Fibrillation doctors near East Palo Alto, CA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Atrial Fibrillation 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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