The 20 Best Heart Failure Doctors Near Me in O Fallon, MO

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 165 doctor with experience in Heart Failure near O Fallon, MO. Of these, 131 are Experienced, 33 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Heart Failure
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology
    Distinguished in Heart Failure
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    SSM Health Heart & Vascular Care

    300 Medical Plaza, 
    Lake St. Louis, MO 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Georges Chahoud is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Lake St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Chahoud is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Pulmonary Edema, and Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy. Dr. Chahoud is board certified in Certification Board Of Nuclear Cardiology , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , Missouri State Board Of Registration, Drug Enforcement Administration , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease , and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Advanced Heart Failure &Transplant Cardiology . Dr. Chahoud is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Experienced in Heart Failure

    SSM Health Medical Group

    1101 Highway K, 
    O Fallon, MO 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Hemmersmeier is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in O Fallon, Missouri. Dr. Hemmersmeier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Coronary Heart Disease, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Hypothyroidism, and Endoscopy. Dr. Hemmersmeier is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , American Board Of Family Medicine , Missouri State Board Of Registration, and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Hemmersmeier is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine
    1002 Peruque Crossing Court, Suite 102, 
    O Fallon, MO 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Matthew Meier is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in O Fallon, Missouri. Dr. Meier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Transient Familial Hyperbilirubinemia, Congenital Hypothyroidism, Thyroid Dysgenesis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Meier is board certified in Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration. Dr. Meier is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    SSM Health Heart & Vascular Care

    300 Medical Plaza, 
    Lake St. Louis, MO 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French
    Accepting New Patients

    Sam Bishara is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Lake St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Bishara is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Atherosclerosis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Bishara is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , Missouri State Board Of Registration, Drug Enforcement Administration , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease , and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Interventional Cardiology . Dr. Bishara is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Referral may be required

    SSM Health Heart & Vascular Care

    300 Medical Plaza, 
    Lake St. Louis, MO 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Abhay Laddu is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Lake St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Laddu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Heart Attack, and Atrial Fibrillation. Dr. Laddu is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , Missouri State Board Of Registration, Drug Enforcement Administration , and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease . Dr. Laddu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Cardiology
    Referral required

    St. Luke's Chesterfield Cardiology Care-Winghaven

    5551 Winghaven Blvd Ste 180, 
    O Fallon, MO 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Sara Baig is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in O Fallon, Missouri. Dr. Baig is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency, Ectopic Heartbeat, and Atherosclerosis. Dr. Baig is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Family Medicine

    SSM Health Medical Group

    1101 Highway K, 
    O Fallon, MO 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Leonard Hoffmann is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in O Fallon, Missouri. Dr. Hoffmann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Hoffmann is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , American Board Of Family Medicine , Missouri State Board Of Registration, and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Hoffmann is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Family Medicine

    SSM Health Medical Group

    400 Medical Plaza, Suite 200, 
    Lake St. Louis, MO 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Vangundy is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Vangundy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Vangundy is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , American Board Of Family Medicine , Missouri State Board Of Registration, and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Vangundy is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Referral may be required

    SSM Health Medical Group

    400 Medical Plaza, Suite 200, 
    Lake St. Louis, MO 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Hinton is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Lake St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Hinton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Hinton is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , American Board Of Pediatrics , Missouri State Board Of Registration, American Board Of Internal Medicine , and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Hinton is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Family Medicine

    SSM Health Medical Group

    400 Medical Plaza, Suite 200, 
    Lake St. Louis, MO 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Smith is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Peripheral Artery Disease, Coronary Heart Disease, and Breast Cancer. Dr. Smith is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , American Board Of Family Medicine , Missouri State Board Of Registration, and Drug Enforcement Administration .

    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine

    Ssm Health St. Joseph Hospital-Lake Saint Louis

    100 Medical Plz, 
    Lake Saint Louis, MO 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Elamite, Japanese, Spanish

    Amanuel Yohannes is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lake Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Yohannes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Acute Kidney Failure, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    SSM Health Heart & Vascular Care

    300 Medical Plaza, 
    Lake St. Louis, MO 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Mohsin Salih is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Lake St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Salih is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Pulmonary Embolism, Cardiogenic Shock, Thrombectomy, and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI). Dr. Salih is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , Missouri State Board Of Registration, American Board Of Internal Medicine , Drug Enforcement Administration , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease , and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Interventional Cardiology . Dr. Salih is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    300 Winding Woods Dr Ste 218, 
    O Fallon, MO 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    James Ketchum is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in O Fallon, Missouri. Dr. Ketchum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Ketchum is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine

    Ssm Health St. Joseph Hospital-Lake Saint Louis

    100 Medical Plz, 
    Lake Saint Louis, MO 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Romel Izquierdo-Malon is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lake Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Izquierdo-Malon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine

    Ssm Health St. Joseph Hospital-Lake Saint Louis

    100 Medical Plz, 
    Lake Saint Louis, MO 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Lickerman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lake Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Lickerman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dehydration, Interstitial Nephritis, Acute Cystitis, Lymphangitis, and Endoscopy. Dr. Lickerman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine

    Ssm Health St. Joseph Hospital-Lake Saint Louis

    100 Medical Plz, 
    Lake Saint Louis, MO 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Landry is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lake Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Landry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Fainting, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine

    Ssm Health St. Joseph Hospital-Lake Saint Louis

    100 Medical Plz, 
    Lake Saint Louis, MO 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Devinder Gupta is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lake Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Sepsis, Necrosis, Gastrostomy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine
    100 Medical Plaza, Hospitalist, 
    Lake St. Louis, MO 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Umesh Inampudi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lake St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Inampudi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Kidney Failure, Acute Pancreatitis, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Inampudi is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, American Board Of Internal Medicine , and Drug Enforcement Administration .

    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Internal Medicine
    100 Medical Plaza, Hospitalists, 
    Lake St. Louis, MO 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Olujoke Jones is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lake St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Jones is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, American Board Of Internal Medicine , and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Jones is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Family Medicine
    100 Medical Plaza, 
    Lake St. Louis, MO 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Muhammad Malik is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Malik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia without Maturation, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Malik is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , American Board Of Family Medicine , Missouri State Board Of Registration, and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Malik is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Heart Failure?

    Heart failure is a condition in which the heart is no longer able to pump oxygen-rich blood to the rest of the body efficiently. This causes symptoms to occur throughout the body.

    Which doctors treat heart failure?   

    Heart failure, also called congestive heart failure, is managed by a team of specialized doctors: 

    • Primary care doctors are often the first to identify signs of heart failure. They help monitor symptoms, manage overall health, and coordinate care among specialists. They play an important role in early detection and ongoing support. 
    • Cardiologists, including heart failure specialists, lead treatment by diagnosing the condition, prescribing medications, and recommending lifestyle changes. In advanced cases, they may oversee procedures like implantable devices and heart transplants. 
    • Pulmonologists manage lung-related symptoms, such as shortness of breath, due to fluid buildup. They may prescribe diuretics or oxygen therapy to relieve congestion and improve breathing. 
    • Electrophysiologists treat heart rhythm issues (arrhythmias) that may develop with heart failure. They stabilize rhythms through medications, procedures, or implanted devices like pacemakers or defibrillators. 

    What are the symptoms of heart failure? 

    Symptoms of heart failure can vary by type and level of intensity from person to person. 

    Common signs include: 

    • Shortness of breath, especially during activity or while lying down 
    • Fatigue and weakness 
    • Swelling in the legs, ankles, and feet 
    • Rapid or irregular heartbeat 
    • Persistent cough or wheezing, often with white or pink mucus 
    • Difficulty concentrating and a general feeling of being weak or tired 

    How is heart failure diagnosed?  

    Heart failure is diagnosed through a combination of medical history, physical exams, and tests that assess heart function.  

    • Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG): Small sensors attached to the skin detect the heart’s rhythm and identify any irregularities, which can signal heart stress or damage. 
    • Echocardiogram: This ultrasound test uses sound waves to create live images that show the heart’s size, shape, and how well it pumps, helping doctors assess damage or weak heart muscle.  
    • Blood Tests: Tests like the B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) measure specific markers that show heart strain. Elevated BNP levels suggest the heart is under stress or working harder than normal. 
    • Chest X-ray: This imaging test shows the size of the heart and any fluid buildup in the lungs. Enlarged heart size or lung congestion can suggest heart failure.  
    • Stress Test: This test checks heart performance under exertion, usually involving exercise or medications that stimulate the heart. Doctors look at heart rate, blood pressure, and rhythm to identify defects. 
    • Cardiac MRI: A cardiac MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the heart, which allows doctors to spot any structural and functional issues. 

    How does heart failure progress?   

    Heart failure progresses in four stages, from A to D. 

    • Stage A: High risk of developing heart failure, but without symptoms or structural heart disease. 
    • Stage B: Structural heart disease is present but without symptoms of heart failure. 
    • Stage C: Symptoms like fatigue and shortness of breath appear along with structural heart issues. 
    • Stage D: Advanced heart failure, where symptoms continue even with treatment. 

    By further classifying patients in stage C and stage D heart failure, healthcare teams can better understand how to treat symptoms in more advanced stages. The most common approach is to categorize patients based on symptom severity during physical activity.  

    • Class I means there is no limitation of physical activity 
    •  Class II means there is a slight limitation of physical activity 
    • Class III: means symptoms cause discomfort and limitation of physical activity 
    • Class IV means symptoms are present even at rest and any activity causes discomfort 

    What is the difference between a heart failure doctor and a cardiologist?  

    Both heart failure doctors and cardiologists treat heart failure, but they bring different levels of specialization. A cardiologist is a doctor who treats diseases of the heart and blood vessels, while a heart failure doctor is a cardiologist who specializes in heart failure. Cardiologists are experts in diagnosing and managing a wide range of heart conditions. Heart failure doctors focus specifically on heart failure and may prescribe advanced treatments or therapies. While both types of doctors are essential in treating heart failure, heart failure specialists provide a more focused approach for individuals with complex or severe cases.  

    What is the life expectancy of someone with heart failure? 

    Estimating survival rate is complicated because the life expectancy of someone with heart failure depends on what stage the condition is, how well they respond to treatment, and lifestyle factors. Early stages of heart failure, especially with lifestyle changes and treatment, can slow down progression. In later stages, treatment focuses on symptom management and improving quality of life. Regular follow-ups with a heart failure expert can help patients live longer, healthier lives. However, if heart failure is left untreated, it will be fatal.  

    When should I see a Heart Failure doctor near O Fallon, MO?

    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 Heart Failure doctor near O Fallon, MO?

    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 Heart Failure doctors near O Fallon, MO?

    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 Heart Failure doctors near O Fallon, MO?

    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 Heart Failure doctor near O Fallon, MO?

    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 Heart Failure doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Heart Failure 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 Heart Failure doctor near O Fallon, MO?

    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 Heart Failure 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 Heart Failure 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 Heart Failure doctors near O Fallon, MO?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Heart Failure 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 Heart Failure doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Heart Failure 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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