The 20 Best Atrial Fibrillation Doctors Near Me in Des Moines, IA

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The 20 Best Atrial Fibrillation Doctors near Des Moines, IA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 83 doctor with experience in Atrial Fibrillation near Des Moines, IA. Of these, 30 are Advanced, 30 are Experienced and 23 are Distinguished.

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    Eduardo Antezano
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Unitypoint Health-Des Moines Cardiology-Methodist Plaza

    1215 Pleasant St Ste 414, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eduardo Antezano is a Cardiologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Antezano is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Angina, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Rajeev Fernando
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Unitypoint Health-Des Moines Cardiology-Methodist Plaza

    1215 Pleasant St Ste 414, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rajeev Fernando is a Cardiologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Fernando is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Attack, Arterial Embolism, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Randolph Rough
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Internal Medicine

    Mercyone Iowa Heart Center Des Moines

    411 Laurel St Ste A250, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Randolph Rough is an Internal Medicine provider in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Rough is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Arrhythmias, Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Pacemaker Implantation, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

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    Joel From
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Internal Medicine

    Mercyone Iowa Heart Center Des Moines

    411 Laurel St Ste A250, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joel From is an Internal Medicine provider in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. From has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Arrhythmias, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Mark Bissing
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology

    Mercyone Iowa Heart Center Des Moines

    411 Laurel St Ste A250, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Bissing is a Cardiologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Bissing is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Angina, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology

    Unity Point Cardiology Penn Ave

    1301 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ratna Gangi is a Cardiologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Gangi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. Her top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Angina, Arterial Embolism, Pacemaker Implantation, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Unity Point Cardiology Penn Ave

    1301 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 100, 
    Des Moines,, IA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Craig Stevens is a Cardiologist in Des Moines,, Iowa. Dr. Stevens is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Unity Point Cardiology Penn Ave

    1301 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Padmanabhan Priyesh is a Cardiologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Priyesh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Arterial Embolism, Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Christos Kassiotis
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    MercyOne Iowa Heart Center Des Moines

    411 Laurel Street, Suite A250, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christos Kassiotis is a Cardiologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Kassiotis is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Cardiomyopathy, Carotid Artery Disease, and Endoscopy.

    Richard Marcus
    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation
    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation

    Mercyone Iowa Heart Center Des Moines

    411 Laurel St Ste A250, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Marcus is a Cardiologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Marcus is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Coronary Heart Disease, and Arrhythmias.

    Deepika Abbadi
    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation
    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation

    Unity Point Cardiology Penn Ave

    1301 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Deepika Abbadi is a Cardiologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Abbadi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. Her top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Pulmonary Edema, and Arterial Embolism.

    Matthew Mccormick
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Internal Medicine

    Catholic Health Initiatives-Iowa Corp.

    5880 University Ave, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Mccormick is an Internal Medicine provider in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Mccormick is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Carotid Artery Disease, Atherosclerosis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology
    1301 Penn Ave, Ste 100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Prasad Palakurthy is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist and a Cardiologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Palakurthy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Magdi Ghali
    Experienced in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology

    Mercyone Iowa Heart Center Des Moines

    411 Laurel St Ste A250, 
    Des Moines,, IA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Magdi Ghali is a Cardiologist in Des Moines,, Iowa. Dr. Ghali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Coronary Heart Disease, Apoplexy, Angioplasty, and Atherectomy.

    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation
    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation

    Unity Point Cardiology Penn Ave

    1301 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vishesh Kumar is a Cardiologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Kumar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Edema, Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Failure, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology

    Unity Point Cardiology Penn Ave

    1301 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 100, 
    Des Moines,, IA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amar Nath is a Cardiologist in Des Moines,, Iowa. Dr. Nath is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. His top areas of expertise are Arrhythmias, Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Atrial Fibrillation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Timothy Hart
    Experienced in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology

    Unity Point Cardiology Penn Ave

    1301 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Timothy Hart is a Cardiologist in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Hart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. His top areas of expertise are Unstable Angina, Heart Attack, Metabolic Syndrome, Apoplexy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Catholic Health Initiatives-Iowa Corp.

    5880 University Ave, 
    West Des Moines,, IA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Margaret Verhey is a Cardiologist in West Des Moines,, Iowa. Dr. Verhey is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. Her top areas of expertise are Infective Endocarditis, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Attack, Pacemaker Implantation, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Catholic Health Initiatives-Iowa Corp.

    5880 University Ave, 
    West Des Moines,, IA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Doerer is a Cardiologist in West Des Moines,, Iowa. Dr. Doerer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, and Angina.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Catholic Health Initiatives-Iowa Corp.

    5880 University Ave, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shakuntala Advani is a Cardiologist in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Advani is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. Her top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Coronary Heart Disease, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Pacemaker Implantation, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Des Moines, IA?

    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 Des Moines, IA?

    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 Des Moines, IA?

    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 Des Moines, IA?

    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 Des Moines, IA?

    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 Des Moines, IA?

    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 Des Moines, IA?

    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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