The 20 Best Atrial Fibrillation Doctors Near Me in Puyallup,, WA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 59 doctor with experience in Atrial Fibrillation near Puyallup,, WA. Of these, 21 are Advanced, 20 are Distinguished and 18 are Experienced.

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    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology

    Office

    1450 5th St SE Ste 1100, 
    Puyallup,, WA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Uma Krishnan is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Puyallup,, Washington. Dr. Krishnan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Angina, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology

    Pulse Heart Institute Cardiology And Electrophysiology Services - Puyallup

    1450 5th St SE Ste 2200 Fl 2, 
    Puyallup,, WA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Val Lev is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Puyallup,, Washington. Dr. Lev 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, Heart Attack, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates - Auburn

    205 10th Street NE, 
    Auburn, WA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kevin Y. Zhou, MD, FACC, is a cardiologist with special interest in pacemaker implantation, cardiac catheterization and ultrasound examination of the heart. Dr. Zhou was drawn to medicine by his desire to help people. He treats every patient as if he or she were a member of his own family; with honesty, expertise and compassion.Dr. Zhou is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and a member of the American Medical Association, Washington State Medical Association and King County Medical Society.In his leisure time, Dr. Zhou enjoys hiking, table tennis and reading. Dr. Zhou is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 51 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Coronary Heart Disease, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Zhou is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease, American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Zhou is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology | Oncology
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology | Oncology

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates - Auburn

    205 10th Street NE, 
    Auburn, WA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Oriya, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anuradha Kolluru, MD, is a member of the first class of board-certified cardio-oncologists, specializing in the heart care of cancer patients. She has extensive clinical experience treating adult heart patients with expert, compassionate care. Her interests include women and heart disease, cardio-oncology, cardiac imaging and preventive cardiology.Dr. Kolluru stresses the six ACGME core competencies: patient care, medical knowledge, practice-based learning and improvement, interpersonal and communication skills, professionalism, and system-based practice.Dr. Kolluru is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology, and a member of the International Cardio-Oncology Society, American Society of Nuclear Cardiology, American Society of Echocardiography, American Heart Association and American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography. She is also a Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation. Dr. Kolluru 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 Necrosis, Pediatric Myocarditis, Heart Attack, and Cardiomyopathy. Dr. Kolluru is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Adult Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, Cardiac CT, and Cardio-Oncology. Dr. Kolluru 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 
     (9.4 miles away)
    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
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates At St. Joseph

    1802 S Yakima Avenue, Suite 312, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Raza Orakzai, MD, FACC, FASNC, is a cardiologist specializing in cardiovascular disease in adults. Dr. Orakzai is board certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease, with additional board certification in echocardiography, nuclear cardiology and cardiac CT.Dr. Orakzai was drawn to medicine by both an intense curiosity and real commitment to helping people through knowledge, compassion, understanding and patience. He strives to deliver expert care by taking the time to hear and understand each patient's perspective, communicating treatment options clearly, and ensuring coordinated care. Dr. Orakzai is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency, Atrial Fibrillation, Atherosclerosis, and Pediatric Myocarditis. Dr. Orakzai is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Subspecialty In Cardiovascular Disease. Dr. Orakzai is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates At St. Joseph

    1802 S Yakima Avenue, Suite 312, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    J. Francisco L. Yuvienco, MD, FACP, is a board certified cardiologist with special medical interest in preventive cardiology; heart failure; cardiomyopathies; pregnancy and heart disease; vascular medicine; and valvular heart disease. He is committed to the highest standard of cardiovascular patient care and satisfaction, and treats each patient with respect and compassion.Dr. Yuvienco offers technologically advanced medicine, including multi-imaging modalities (i.e., TTE, 3D TEE, Peripheral Vascular Sonography, Nuclear Cardiology, PET Imaging and CT Angiography). He is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. Dr. Yuvienco is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 61 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Atrial Fibrillation, and Necrosis. Dr. Yuvienco is board certified in Nuclear Cardiology, American Board Of Internal MedicineCardiovascular Disease, American Board Of Internal Medicine, Nuclear Cardiology, American Board Of Internal Medicine, and Cardiovascular Disease, American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Yuvienco is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates At St. Joseph

    1802 S Yakima Avenue, Suite 312, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Zhang, MD, PhD, FACP, FACC, offers personalized, state-of-the-art cardiac care for adult patients. He specializes in advanced heart failure treatment, heart disease prevention, focusing on educating patients to take a proactive approach in minimizing cardiac risk factors. Dr. Zhang employs cardiac catheterization, cardiac imaging, cardiac therapy optimization and a variety of other tactics to manage heart disease. He has published articles on heart health research and has written books on heart failure.Dr. Zhang establishes a one-to-one relationship with each patient, ensuring their comfort and keeping them informed about their care in an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding. Dr. Zhang is rated as a Distinguished 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 Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Atrial Fibrillation. Dr. Zhang is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Zhang is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates At St. Joseph

    1802 S Yakima Avenue, Suite 312, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Marina Jansen, MD, is a cardiologist who specializes in the care for adult heart failure patients age 18 and older.Dr. Jansen's goal is to ensure that her patients receive the benefits of the most recent, evidence-based treatment options. She strives to treat her patients as she would treat her own family, and believes that understanding and good communication are the crucial components of successful treatment and health maintenance.Dr. Jansen is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology, and a member of the American Heart Association and American Society of Echocardiography. Dr. Jansen 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 Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency, Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, and Atrial Fibrillation. Dr. Jansen is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Jansen is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates At St. Joseph

    1802 S Yakima Avenue, Suite 312, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    R. Antonio Secaira, MD, is a cardiologist with special interests in the treatment of peripheral vascular disease, as well as congenital and acquired structural disease of the heart and major arteries. Dr. Secaira is committed to providing the most up-to-date and comprehensive care possible. He emphasizes open communication, believing that a well-informed patient is his best ally in improving each patient's health and quality of life.Dr. Secaira is a member of the American College of Cardiology and holds board certifications in cardiovascular diseases and interventional cardiology. He is fluent in English and Spanish. Dr. Secaira is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Heart Attack, and Angioplasty. Dr. Secaira is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Subspecialties In Cardiovascular Disease And Interventional Cardiology. Dr. Secaira is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology

    Office

    1450 5th St SE Ste 1100, 
    Puyallup,, WA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ahmad Slim is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Puyallup,, Washington. Dr. Slim is rated as an Advanced 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 Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Doxorubicin-Induced Cardiomyopathy, Cardiomyopathy Due to Anthracyclines, Atrial Fibrillation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation
    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation

    Office

    1450 5th St SE Ste 1100, 
    Puyallup,, WA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vinay Malhotra is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Puyallup,, Washington. Dr. Malhotra is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation
    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation

    Office

    1450 5th St SE Ste 1100, 
    Puyallup,, WA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sabrina Shaheen is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Puyallup,, Washington. Dr. Shaheen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Failure, and Pulmonary Edema.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Cardiac Study Center Inc PS

    1901 S Cedar St Ste 301, 
    Tacoma,, WA 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Guerra is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Tacoma,, Washington. Dr. Guerra 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, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Angina, Atherosclerosis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Cardiac Health Specialists PS

    1802 Yakima Ave Ste 307, 
    Tacoma,, WA 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Bilnoski is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Tacoma,, Washington. Dr. Bilnoski 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, Angina, Atherosclerosis, and Coronary Heart Disease.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Cardiology

    Pulse Heart Institute Cardiology And Electrophysiology Services

    1901 S Cedar St, 
    Tacoma,, WA 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Rome is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Tacoma,, Washington. Dr. Rome 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 Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect, Arrhythmias, Ventricular Fibrillation, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation
    Distinguished in Atrial Fibrillation

    Franciscan Pharmacy Auburn

    205 10th St NE, 
    Auburn, WA 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Venkatesh Kandallu is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Auburn, Washington. Dr. Kandallu is rated as a Distinguished 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, Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, and Pediatric Myocarditis.

    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates At St. Francis

    34509 9th Ave S, Suite 304, 
    Federal Way, WA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Thai
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Chatchawan Piyaskulkaew, MD, is a board-certified cardiologist who specializes in general and interventional cardiology for adults. Dr. Piyaskulkaew holds expertise in all aspects of cardiology, with a unique skill set in endovascular treatment of peripheral artery disease including critical limb ischemia. He holds additional certification in adult echocardiography and nuclear cardiology.Dr. Piyaskulkaew strives to provide extraordinary cardiovascular care that is personalized to each patient. He focuses on helping patients understand their conditions and available options and, together, tailoring treatment plans. This involves a commitment to stay abreast of new developments in cardiac care and to spend the necessary time with each patient. Dr. Piyaskulkaew is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 47 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), Angioplasty, and Atherectomy. Dr. Piyaskulkaew is board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology, Adult Echocardiography, and Nuclear Cardiology. Dr. Piyaskulkaew is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Advanced in Atrial Fibrillation
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates At St. Francis

    34509 9th Ave S, Suite 304, 
    Federal Way, WA 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Keval Shah, MD, is a board-certified cardiologist with additional fellowship training in interventional cardiology. He sees adults age 18 and older.Dr. Shah believes in patient-centered care and views his role as that of an advocate, helping patients to achieve their health care goals. He strives to ensure patients understand their medical conditions and the treatment and preventive measures available to them, so they may make well-informed decisions.Dr. Shah is a member of the American College of Cardiology and Society for Cardiac Angiography and Interventions. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Atrial Fibrillation. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Brugada Syndrome, Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), and Short QT Syndrome. Dr. Shah is board certified in Interventional Cardiology and Cardiovascular Disease. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates At St. Joseph

    1802 S Yakima Avenue, Suite 312, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Theodore K. Lau, MD, is a board-certified cardiologist with special interests in lipids management; complex coronary artery disease and peripheral vascular disease interventions; pacemaker implantation; and repair of structural heart defects.Dr. Lau is committed to providing state-of-the-art preventive, diagnostic and treatment options. He believes that actively involving each patient in the disease management process is the best way to improve patients' cardiovascular health and quality of life.Dr. Lau is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology, American Society of Echocardiography, and Society of Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions. Dr. Lau is rated as a Distinguished 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 Angina, Heart Attack, Brugada Syndrome, Pacemaker Implantation, and Angioplasty. Dr. Lau is board certified in Interventional Cardiology and Cardiovascular Disease.

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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 Puyallup,, WA?

    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 Puyallup,, WA?

    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 Puyallup,, WA?

    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 Puyallup,, WA?

    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 Puyallup,, WA?

    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 Puyallup,, WA?

    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 Puyallup,, WA?

    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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