The 20 Best Atrial Fibrillation Doctors Near Me in Washington, US

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 600 doctor with experience in Atrial Fibrillation near Washington, US. Of these, 258 are Experienced, 196 are Advanced, 139 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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    Elite in Atrial Fibrillation
    Elite in Atrial Fibrillation

    Swedish Heart & Vascular - AFib Clinic

    1600 East Jefferson Street, Suite 600, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Christopher J. McGann is a practicing Cardiologist (Heart Specialist) in Seattle, WA. Dr. McGann graduated from University of Virginia School of Medicine in 1994 and has been in practice for 27 years. He completed an Internal Medicine residency at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and Cardiology Fellowship at the University of Utah Medical Center. He practices non-invasive cardiology with expertise in advanced cardiac diagnostics and medical treatment of cardiovascular disease. Dr. Mcgann 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, Pediatric Myocarditis, Aortic Regurgitation, Cardiomyopathy, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Mcgann is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Elite in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology
    Elite in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology

    Gme Office University Of Washington

    1959 NE Pacific St, 
    Seattle,, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nazem Akoum is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Seattle,, Washington. Dr. Akoum is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Arrhythmias, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology

    Swedish Heart & Vascular - Cherry Hill

    550 17th Avenue, Suite 680, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Gafoor's passion is the field of structural heart disease. This new and rising field is an innovative way to approach complex heart and valve disease patients without open heart surgery. Whether patients have aortic stenosis, mitral regurgitation, atrial fibrillation, a prior heart valve that now needs replacement or more - this century has possibilities that were not available even as recently as five years ago. Dr. Gafoor trained in the US as well as abroad, and his goal is to bring patients the best in worldwide care right at their doorsteps. The Structural Heart & Valve Disease team's goal is patient safety and quality of life, and they want to not only add years to each patient's life, but life to each patient's years. Patients are important to Dr. Gafoor - not just for who they are and what they've done, but also for what they plan to do. Not just today, but tomorrow, and for the future after that. Dr. Gafoor is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Atrial Fibrillation, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Gafoor is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gafoor is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Swedish Heart & Vascular - Ballard

    1801 Northwest Market Street, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    To provide the highest quality of cardiac electrophysiology care tailored to each individual in a compassionate manner. To practice with an evidence-based approach to healthcare. To utilize new technologies to improve patient care. Dr. Wells is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Cardiomyopathy, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Wells is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Wells is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Swedish Heart & Vascular - Cherry Hill Arrhythmia And Device Clinic

    550 17th Avenue, Suite 450, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Zivin is a board-certified cardiac electrophysiologist who specializes in managing cardiac arrhythmias, implantable cardiac defibillators and pacemakers, catheter ablation, and antiarrhythmic therapy. He is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and Heart Rhythm Society. Dr. Zivin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Zivin is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Swedish Heart & Vascular - Edmonds Professional Center

    7315 212th Street Southwest, Suite 205, 
    Edmonds, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I try to work with patients to establish lifelong patterns that will result in optimal health. I recommend therapies that have been proven to be the most effective in a broad range of patients, with the understanding that each patient is unique. Dr. Siecke is rated as a Distinguished 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 Atrial Fibrillation, Pediatric Myocarditis, Angina, and Heart Failure. Dr. Siecke is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Siecke is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Swedish Heart & Vascular - Edmonds Medical Pavilion

    7320 216th Street Southwest, Suite 210, 
    Edmonds, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Pungoti strives to improve the quality of his patients’ lives with the appropriate use of technology and medical therapy, in combination with compassion and excellent communication. He sees the patient doctor relationship as a true partnership that requires the patients’ active participation in their health care decisions, as well as a physician willing to listen. Dr. Pungoti is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Angina, Heart Failure, Pacemaker Implantation, and Angioplasty. Dr. Pungoti is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and Certification Board Of Nuclear Cardiology. Dr. Pungoti is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology

    Swedish Heart & Vascular - Edmonds Medical Pavilion

    7320 216th Street Southwest, Suite 210, 
    Edmonds, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Burger stays up-to-date on the latest research and technical advances for comprehensive cardiac care. He enjoys involving patients in their care and providing education and compassion on their condition as an integral part of the care team. His clinical interests include coronary artery disease, peripheral artery disease, interventional cardiology, pacemakers, valvular heart disease hypertension, heart failure and hyperlipidemia. Dr. Burger is rated as a Distinguished 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 Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Attack, Pediatric Myocarditis, Angina, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Burger is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Burger is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology

    Swedish Heart & Vascular - Cherry Hill

    550 17th Avenue, Suite 680, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. David Lam is a general cardiologist who specializes in a non-invasive approach to heart health with a focus on prevention, education and risk factor reduction. He has expert training in multiple advanced cardiac imaging techniques for early detection, diagnosis and tailored treatment of heart disease. He strives to integrate individual patient values with state-of-the-art medicine and has access to the full spectrum of adult cardiology care. Dr. Lam is board certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease. He has additional cardiac imaging board certifications in Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, and Cardiovascular Computed Tomography. Dr. Lam 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, Pediatric Myocarditis, Aortic Regurgitation, and Angina. Dr. Lam is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lam is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Interventional Cardiology
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Interventional Cardiology

    Swedish Heart & Vascular - Cherry Hill

    550 17th Avenue, Suite 680, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Paul Huang is committed to excellence in providing personalized, compassionate, evidence-based, and efficient service, the most comprehensive expertise available, and access to the most advanced technologies through ongoing research. His treatment strategy targets the disease as well as the predisposing risk factors. Dr. Huang hopes to learn from his patients as much as they learn from him. Dr. Huang is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Disease, and Bicuspid Aortic Valve. Dr. Huang is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Huang is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates At St. Joseph

    1802 S Yakima Avenue, Suite 312, 
    Tacoma, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nasir Shariff, MD, FRCP, is board-certified in cardiology and electrophysiology. Procedures he performs include pacemaker and defibrillator placement; laser lead extraction; supraventricular and ventricular tachycardia ablation; cardiac resynchronization therapy; transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiogram; among others. Dr. Shariff is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Ventricular Tachycardia, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Shariff is board certified in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, American Board Of Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease, American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shariff is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Eathar Razak, MD, offers state-of-the-art cardiac care with an emphasis on treating complex heart rhythm disorders using the latest advancements in the field. His other interests include intravenous lead management with laser lead extraction, left atrial appendage occlusion and other structural heart procedures.Dr. Razak takes a proactive approach to patient care. He strives to treat each patient as he would like his own family to be treated, with expert care and compassion.Dr. Razak is a Fellow of the Heart and Rhythm Society (FHRS), and member of the American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association. Dr. Razak is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Razak is board certified in Internal Medicine, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, and Cardiovascular Disease. Dr. Razak is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Longo, MD, FACC, is a board-certified cardiologist specializing in echocardiography, valvular heart disease and preventive cardiology.Dr. Longo enjoys getting to know his patients. He listens to them to understand their concerns and find out what they are interested in doing, then tailors their treatment accordingly. He is able to provide a collaborative approach to patient care that takes into consideration the expertise of other professionals, such as interventional cardiologists and thoracic surgeons, resulting in the right care for the right patient at the right time. He enjoys the fact that, once a diagnosis is made, he is often able to provide treatment that makes patients feel better, and live longer.Dr. Longo was voted one of Seattle's Top Doctors by Seattle Metropolitan magazine in 2009. Dr. Longo is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, and Aortic Valve Stenosis. Dr. Longo is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Subspecialty In Cardiovascular Disease. Dr. Longo is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology

    Franciscan Cardiovascular Associates At St. Michael

    1950 NW Myhre Road, 3rd Floor, 
    Silverdale, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Satyavardhan Pulukurthy, MD, FACC, FSCAI, is a cardiologist with board certifications in cardiology, interventional cardiology and internal medicine. Dr. Pulukurthy strives to treat all of his patients with skill and compassion, listening to their concerns and providing a customized care plan. He likes to put his patients at ease by being friendly and approachable, and ensuring them that his knowledge and expertise will help achieve excellent outcomes.Given his broad knowledge and multi-specialty background, he prefers to treat his patients using a comprehensive approach considering the interrelationship of both the cardiac and vascular systems. Dr. Pulukurthy believes that aggressive treatment of risk factors achieves immense reduction in cardiovascular disease, incorporating the principle of prevention is better than a cure. Dr. Pulukurthy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 65 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, Pacemaker Implantation, and Angioplasty. Dr. Pulukurthy is board certified in Internal Medicine, Interventional Cardiology, and Cardiovascular Disease. Dr. Pulukurthy is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Franciscan Cardiovascular Associates At St. Michael

    1950 NW Myhre Road, 3rd Floor, 
    Silverdale, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ravi Kilaru, MD, FHRS, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained cardiologist and cardiac electrophysiologist who strives to treat his patients as he would wish to be treated. Caring and thoughtful, he seeks to make decisions in the best interests of his patient's well-being. He sees patients age 14 and older.Dr. Kilaru is a member of the American College of Cardiology and Heart Rhythm Society. Dr. Kilaru is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Atrial Fibrillation, Pulmonary Edema, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Kilaru is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease, American Board Of Internal Medicine and Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kilaru is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jad Swingle, MD, specializes in the diagnosis and management of all cardiac arrhythmias. He has specialty training in catheter ablation of arrhythmias and implantation of pacemakers and defibrillators. Dr. Swingle has a particular interest in the catheter ablation of atrial fibrillation.Dr. Swingle believes in a collaborative approach to patient care. He focuses on educating patients about their condition and learning how their diagnosis impacts their life. With this foundation he is able to work together with them to determine the best treatment option. Dr. Swingle is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiomyopathy, Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Swingle is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Subspecialty Cardiovascular Medicine, Subspecialty Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology. Dr. Swingle is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Drew Baldwin, MD, is a board-certified cardiologist specialized in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology. His interests include coronary artery disease, preventive cardiology, cholesterol management, cardiac rehabilitation, echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, peripheral vascular disease, valvular heart disease, and transcatheter aortic valve replacement.Dr. Baldwin listens to each patient's unique story interpreting their health issues and addressing them with the arsenal of advanced evidence-based treatment options now available. He makes a point to educate patients about their conditions and the treatments available using terms they can understand.Dr. Baldwin is a Fellow of both the American College of Cardiology and Cardiovascular Angiography and Intervention.Away from work he enjoys literature arts and the outdoors. Dr. Baldwin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 114 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Atherosclerosis, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). Dr. Baldwin is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Subspecialty Interventional Cardiology. Dr. Baldwin is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology | Nuclear Medicine
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology | Nuclear Medicine

    Franciscan Medical Group

    2011 Nw Myhre Pl, 
    Silverdale, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Banzer is a Cardiologist and a Nuclear Medicine provider practicing medicine in Silverdale, Washington. Dr. Banzer 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, Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, and Angina. Dr. Banzer is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease, American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Banzer is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Franciscan Cardiovascular Associates At St. Michael

    1950 NW Myhre Road, 3rd Floor, 
    Silverdale, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Allen Rassa, MD, is a board-certified cardiologist who accepts all adult cardiology referrals, particularly for known or suspected coronary artery disease, heart failure and all other general cardiology concerns. He performs stress testing, echocardiograms, cardiac catheterization, angioplasty and coronary stent placement.For Dr. Rassa, delivering high-quality medicine to his patients is at the core of his care. He strives to understand each patient's perspective and values to help guide them through the complexities of medical decision-making. Dr. Rassa believes that openness and good communication with patients, families and other medical providers is important for achieving good outcomes. In addition to diagnosing and treating patients with heart disease, he is also focused on addressing risk factors to help patients avoid heart diseases in the future.Dr. Rassa is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and a member of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions. Dr. Rassa is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 55 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Attack, Short QT Syndrome, Angioplasty, and Atherectomy. Dr. Rassa is board certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease. Dr. Rassa is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Franciscan Cardiovascular Associates At St. Michael

    1950 NW Myhre Road, 3rd Floor, 
    Silverdale, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Johnson, MD, FACC, is a board-certified cardiologist. His goal is to educate patients about their diagnosis and treatment options. He customizes care based the needs of each patient and seeks out the assistance and second opinions of his colleagues in patient care. Dr. Johnson 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 Heart Attack, Atrial Fibrillation, Short QT Syndrome, and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). Dr. Johnson is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease, American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Johnson 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 in Washington, US?

    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 in Washington, US?

    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 in Washington, US?

    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 in Washington, US?

    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 in Washington, US?

    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 in Washington, US?

    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 in Washington, US?

    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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