The 20 Best Stroke Doctors Near Me in Tacoma, WA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 135 doctor with experience in Stroke near Tacoma, WA. Of these, 111 are Experienced, 17 are Advanced and 7 are Distinguished.

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135 providers found
    Distinguished in Stroke
    Distinguished in Stroke

    Tra-Minw, Ps

    1304 Fawcett Avenue, #100, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Kott is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Kott is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Stent Placement. Dr. Kott is board certified in Radiology, Neuro/Interventional. Dr. Kott is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Stroke
    Neuroradiology
    Distinguished in Stroke
    Neuroradiology

    Office

    1304 Fawcett Ave Ste 100, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Hwang is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Hwang is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses CAPOS Syndrome, Stroke, Vertigo, and Herniated Disk.

    Distinguished in Stroke
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Stroke
    Radiology

    Office

    1304 Fawcett Ave Ste 100, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Baiju Shah is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Shah is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses CAPOS Syndrome, Stroke, Tracheobronchopathia Osteoplastica, Angioplasty, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI).

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    Distinguished in Stroke
    Neuroradiology
    Distinguished in Stroke
    Neuroradiology

    Swenson Wound Care PLLC

    1201 Pacific Ave Ste 400, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Henneman is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Henneman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Stroke, Vertigo, and CAPOS Syndrome.

    Distinguished in Stroke
    Neuroradiology
    Distinguished in Stroke
    Neuroradiology

    Office

    1304 Fawcett Ave Ste 100, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ata Alijani is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Alijani is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 37 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses CAPOS Syndrome, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Stroke, and Vertigo.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine
    1608 S J St Fl, Suite 3, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Japanese, Mandarin, Polish, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Smoots is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Smoots is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Osteoporosis. Dr. Smoots is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Stroke
    Advanced in Stroke

    Tra-Minw, Ps

    2202 S. Cedar St., Suite 200, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Charles Leusner is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Leusner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Diverticular Disease, Pleurisy, and Ascites. Dr. Leusner is board certified in Radiology, Neuro/Interventional. Dr. Leusner is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Stroke
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Stroke
    Neuroradiology

    Office

    1304 Fawcett Ave Ste 100, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Kim is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Kim is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Vertigo, CAPOS Syndrome, Pleurisy, and Bronchogenic Cyst.

    Advanced in Stroke
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Stroke
    Neuroradiology

    Office

    1304 Fawcett Ave Ste 100, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Douglas Hartz is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Hartz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, CAPOS Syndrome, and Headache.

    Advanced in Stroke
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Stroke
    Neuroradiology

    Office

    1304 Fawcett Ave Ste 100, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Wesolowski is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Wesolowski is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Headache, Stroke, and Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS).

    Advanced in Stroke
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Stroke
    Neuroradiology

    Office

    1304 Fawcett Ave Ste 100, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeremy Cardinal is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Cardinal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Invertebral Disc Disease, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), and Headache.

    Advanced in Stroke
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Stroke
    Neuroradiology

    Office

    1304 Fawcett Ave Ste 100, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Justin Waters is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Waters is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses CAPOS Syndrome, Stroke, Headache, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.

    Advanced in Stroke
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Stroke
    Neuroradiology

    Office

    1304 Fawcett Ave Ste 100, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joon Song is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Song is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses CAPOS Syndrome, Headache, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), and Stroke.

    Advanced in Stroke
    Neuroradiology
    Advanced in Stroke
    Neuroradiology

    Office

    1304 Fawcett Ave Ste 100, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Broadbent is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Broadbent is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses CAPOS Syndrome, Stroke, Herniated Disk, and Headache.

    Advanced in Stroke
    Physiatry
    Advanced in Stroke
    Physiatry

    EMA Of Puget Sound, PS

    3315 S 23rd Street, Suite 200, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Hui Wang is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Wang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Central Pain Syndrome, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, and Subdural Hematoma. Dr. Wang is board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Dr. Wang is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Stroke
    Neurosurgery

    Franciscan Neurosurgery Associates At St. Joseph

    1608 S J Street, 5th Floor, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Katie Krause MD specializes in degenerative spinal conditions; complex and minimally invasive spine surgery; spine and brain tumors; and general cranial neurosurgery.Away from work Dr. Krause enjoys hiking skiing football and finding good cheese and wine. Dr. Krause is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Lordosis, Spondylolisthesis, Bone Graft, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Krause is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Krause is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Stroke
    Internal Medicine

    Franciscan Medical Clinic At St. Joseph

    1608 S J Street, 2nd & 3rd Floor, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christine Macatuno, MD, provides high quality, compassionate care to adults, with special medical interest in geriatrics and experience in treating patients with complex medical conditions.Dr. Macatuno emphasizes preventive care and encourages open communication, cooperation and respect. While she serves as a strong advocate for her patients, she also believes each patient plays a starring role in their own well-being. Dr. Macatuno is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sciatica, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Macatuno is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Macatuno is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Stroke
    Neurosurgery

    Franciscan Neurosurgery Associates At St. Joseph

    1608 S J Street, 5th Floor, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Miele, MD, is a board-certified neurosurgeon specializing in spine surgery. Dr. Miele balances treatment toward non-surgical options when possible. When an operation may be the best or necessary option, he focuses on navigating the range of options from minimally invasive procedures to more complex surgeries—all while adhering to the best standards of technical excellence and evidence-based care.Dr. Miele is a Fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (FAANS) and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). He is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, AO Foundation, North American Spine Society, American College of Surgeons and Washington State Association of Neurological Surgeons.Conditions and Procedures:Adult scoliosis surgeryDisc replacementHerniated intervertebral disksImage-guided surgeryMinimally invasive surgeryRevision spinal surgerySpine fracturesSpinal fusion surgerySpinal stenosisSurgery of C1 and C2 vertebrae. Dr. Miele is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Cervical Spondylosis, Subdural Hematoma, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Miele is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Miele is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Stroke
    Radiology
    Distinguished in Stroke
    Radiology

    Tra-Minw, Ps

    2202 S. Cedar St., Suite 200, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dennis Wang is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Wang is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Wang is board certified in Radiology, Neuro/Interventional.

    Experienced in Stroke
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Stroke
    Interventional Radiology

    Tra-Minw, Ps

    2202 S. Cedar St., Suite 200, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jarvis Chen is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Chen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Stroke. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Ascites, Osteoarthritis, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Chen is board certified in Interventional Radiology. Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Stroke?

    A stroke occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain stops. A stroke is sometimes called a "brain attack."

    If blood flow is cut off for longer than a few seconds, the brain cannot get nutrients and oxygen. Brain cells can die, causing lasting damage.

    A stroke can also occur if a blood vessel inside the brain bursts, leading to bleeding inside the head.

    When should I see a Stroke doctor near Tacoma, 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 a Stroke doctor near Tacoma, 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 Stroke doctors near Tacoma, 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 Stroke doctors near Tacoma, 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 a Stroke doctor near Tacoma, 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 Stroke doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Stroke 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 a Stroke doctor near Tacoma, 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 Stroke 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 Stroke 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 Stroke doctors near Tacoma, WA?

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

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