The 20 Best Infective Endocarditis Doctors Near Me in Fort Smith, AR

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 109 doctor with experience in Infective Endocarditis near Fort Smith, AR. Of these, 90 are Experienced, 17 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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109 providers found
    Distinguished in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiology
    Distinguished in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiology

    Cardio Thoracic Surgeons Of Nea

    201 E Oak Ave, 
    Jonesboro,, AR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Bailey is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Jonesboro,, Arkansas. Dr. Bailey is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 64 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angina, Atrial Fibrillation, Pulmonary Edema, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Distinguished in Infective Endocarditis
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Infective Endocarditis
    Internal Medicine

    Infectious Disease Resource Group

    1 St Vincent Cir, Ste 160, 
    Little Rock, AR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Katherine Ferren is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Little Rock, Arkansas. Dr. Ferren is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Infective Endocarditis, Endocarditis, Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), and Sepsis.

    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis

    Cardio Thoracic Surgeons Of Nea

    201 E Oak Ave, 
    Jonesboro,, AR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Naveed Younis is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Jonesboro,, Arkansas. Dr. Younis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 66 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Attack, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Pacemaker Implantation.

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    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis

    Uams Sats Program

    4301 W Markham St, 
    Little Rock,, AR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Srikanth Vallurupalli is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Little Rock,, Arkansas. Dr. Vallurupalli is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias, Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Angioplasty.

    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis

    Cardio Thoracic Surgeons Of Nea

    201 E Oak Ave, 
    Jonesboro,, AR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Muhammad Rafique is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Jonesboro,, Arkansas. Dr. Rafique is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 49 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Edema, Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, and Angina.

    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiology

    Chi St. Vincent Heart Clinic Arkansas-Clinton

    1398 Highway 65 S, 
    Clinton,, AR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Clayton Borg is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Clinton,, Arkansas. Dr. Borg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 55 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia, Pacemaker Implantation, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis
    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis

    Cardio Thoracic Surgeons Of Nea

    201 E Oak Ave, 
    Jonesboro, AR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amer Hawatmeh is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Dr. Hawatmeh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Unstable Angina, Angina, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiology

    CHI St. Vincent Heart Clinic Arkansas - Kanis

    10100 Kanis Rd, 
    Little Rock,, AR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kruti Patel is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Little Rock,, Arkansas. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, and Mitral Valve Regurgitation.

    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis
    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis

    CHI St. Vincent Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic - Little Rock - Kanis

    10100 Kanis Rd Ste 200, 
    Little Rock, AR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Griffin is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Little Rock, Arkansas. Dr. Griffin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 60 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angina, Arrhythmias, Metabolic Syndrome, Pacemaker Implantation, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis
    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis

    CHI St. Vincent Heart Clinic Arkansas - Kanis

    10100 Kanis Rd, 
    Little Rock, AR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sibghat Tul Llah is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Little Rock, Arkansas. Dr. Tul Llah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Necrosis, and Pulmonary Edema.

    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis
    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis

    CHI St. Vincent Heart Clinic Arkansas - Conway (Conway Regional Cardiovascular Clinic)

    2526 Highway 65 S Ste 203, 
    Clinton,, AR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donald Steely is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Clinton,, Arkansas. Dr. Steely is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Cardiomyopathy, Pacemaker Implantation, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis
    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis

    CHI St. Vincent Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic - Little Rock - Kanis

    10100 Kanis Rd Ste 200, 
    Little Rock, AR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Shuffield is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Little Rock, Arkansas. Dr. Shuffield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 45 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias, Coronary Heart Disease, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiac Electrophysiology
    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiac Electrophysiology

    Chi St. Vincent Heart Clinic Arkansas-Kanis

    10100 Kanis Rd, 
    Little Rock, AR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Prabhat Hebbar is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist practicing medicine in Little Rock, Arkansas. Dr. Hebbar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias, Ventricular Tachycardia, Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiology

    Mercy Endoscopy Center-Physician Plaza

    2708 S Rife Medical Ln, 
    Rogers,, AR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Davis is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Rogers,, Arkansas. Dr. Davis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Fibrosing Mediastinitis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair.

    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis
    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis

    CHI St. Vincent Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic - Kanis

    10100 Kanis Rd Ste 200, 
    Little Rock,, AR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Rypkema is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Little Rock,, Arkansas. Dr. Rypkema is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Atherosclerosis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiology

    CHI St. Vincent Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic - Little Rock - Kanis

    10100 Kanis Rd Ste 200, 
    Little Rock,, AR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Tena Murphy is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Little Rock,, Arkansas. Dr. Murphy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. She is also highly rated in 48 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Necrosis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiology

    Cardio Thoracic Surgeons Of Nea

    201 E Oak Ave, 
    Jonesboro,, AR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sania Khan is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Jonesboro,, Arkansas. Dr. Khan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, and Fainting.

    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiology

    Office

    4110 Outpatient Cir, 
    Little Rock, AR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Allison Shaw is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Little Rock, Arkansas. Dr. Shaw is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fainting, Ectopic Heartbeat, Arrhythmias, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis
    Cardiology

    Mercy Clinic Ft. Smith Communities

    7001 Rogers Ave Ste 401A, 
    Fort Smith,, AR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aswini Kumar is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Fort Smith,, Arkansas. Dr. Kumar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Necrosis, Aortic Regurgitation, and Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST).

    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis
    Experienced in Infective Endocarditis

    Chi St. Vincent Heart Clinic Arkansas-Crossett

    909 Unity Rd, 
    Crossett, AR 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Clogston is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Crossett, Arkansas. Dr. Clogston is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Infective Endocarditis. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Infective Endocarditis?

    Infective endocarditis (IE) is an infection of the inner lining of the heart chambers (endocardium) and valves. This condition is sometimes called "endocarditis," although it is important to distinguish it from non-Infective endocarditis. IE is caused by bacteria, fungi, or other germs invading the bloodstream and attaching to the heart. IE can damage the heart and cause serious and sometimes fatal complications. It can develop quickly or slowly depending on what type of germ is causing it and whether there is an underlying heart problem. Common symptoms of IE are fever and other flu-like symptoms, but signs and symptoms can vary. It can also cause problems in many other parts of the body besides the heart.

    When should I see an Infective Endocarditis doctor near Fort Smith, AR?

    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 Infective Endocarditis doctor near Fort Smith, AR?

    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 Infective Endocarditis doctors near Fort Smith, AR?

    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 Infective Endocarditis doctors near Fort Smith, AR?

    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 Infective Endocarditis doctor near Fort Smith, AR?

    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 Infective Endocarditis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Infective Endocarditis 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 Infective Endocarditis doctor near Fort Smith, AR?

    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 Infective Endocarditis 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 Infective Endocarditis 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 Infective Endocarditis doctors near Fort Smith, AR?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Infective Endocarditis 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 Infective Endocarditis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Infective Endocarditis 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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