The 20 Best Patent Foramen Ovale Doctors in Germany

Find the Top Patent Foramen Ovale Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 547 doctor with experience in Patent Foramen Ovale near Germany. Of these, 508 are Experienced, 33 are Advanced, 5 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Christian Weimar
    Elite in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Christian Weimar
    Elzach, BW, DE 

    Christian Weimar practices in Elzach, Germany. Mr. Weimar is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Patent Foramen Ovale, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Stroke, Thrombectomy, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.

    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Hans-christoph C. Diener-Christoph
    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Hans-christoph C. Diener-Christoph
    Essen, NW, DE 

    Hans-christoph Diener-Christoph practices in Essen, Germany. Diener-Christoph is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. Their top areas of expertise are Migraine, Headache, Stroke, Thrombectomy, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.

    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Aristeidis H. Katsanos
    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Aristeidis H. Katsanos
    St Josef Hospital, 
    Bochum, NW, DE 

    Aristeidis Katsanos practices in Bochum, Germany. Katsanos is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. Their top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Patent Foramen Ovale, Thrombectomy, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.

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    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Ilona Hofmann
    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Ilona Hofmann
    Frankfurt Am Main, HE, DE 

    Ilona Hofmann practices in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Ms. Hofmann is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. Her top areas of expertise are Patent Foramen Ovale, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Patent Foramen Ovale Repair, and Thrombectomy.

    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Laura Vaskelyte
    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Laura Vaskelyte
    Frankfurt Am Main, HE, DE 

    Laura Vaskelyte practices in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Ms. Vaskelyte is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. Her top areas of expertise are Patent Foramen Ovale, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Thrombectomy, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.

    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Marius W. Hornung
    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Marius W. Hornung
    Frankfurt Am Main, HE, DE 

    Marius Hornung practices in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Mr. Hornung is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Patent Foramen Ovale, Stroke, Thrombectomy, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.

    Ulf Landmesser
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Ulf Landmesser
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Ulf Landmesser
    Potsdamer Str. 58, 
    Berlin, BE, DE 

    Ulf Landmesser practices in Berlin, Germany. Mr. Landmesser is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Acute Coronary Syndrome, Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Attack, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Rolf Wachter
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Rolf Wachter
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Rolf Wachter
    Robert Koch Str. 40, 
    Goettingen, NI, DE 

    Rolf Wachter practices in Goettingen, Germany. Mr. Wachter is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiac Ablation, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Malte Kelm
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Malte Kelm
    Oberduerrbacher Str. 6, 
    Wuerzburg, BY, DE 

    Malte Kelm practices in Wuerzburg, Germany. Kelm is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. Their top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Heart Attack, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Jennifer C. Franke
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Jennifer C. Franke
    Heidelberg, BW, DE 

    Jennifer Franke practices in Heidelberg, Germany. Ms. Franke is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. Her top areas of expertise are Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Patent Foramen Ovale, Heart Failure, Stent Placement, and Heart Transplant.

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Bettina Von Sarnowski
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Bettina Von Sarnowski
    Ferdinand Sauerbruch Str, 
    Greifswald, MV, DE 

    Bettina Von Sarnowski practices in Greifswald, Germany. Ms. Von Sarnowski is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. Her top areas of expertise are Patent Foramen Ovale, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Stroke, and Atrial Septal Defect (ASD).

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Nina C. Wunderlich
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Nina C. Wunderlich
    Langen, NI, DE 

    Nina Wunderlich practices in Langen, Germany. Ms. Wunderlich is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. Her top areas of expertise are Patent Foramen Ovale, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Patent Foramen Ovale Repair, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Thorsten S. Steiner
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Thorsten S. Steiner
    Heidelberg, BW, DE 

    Thorsten Steiner practices in Heidelberg, Germany. Mr. Steiner is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Patent Foramen Ovale, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), and Thrombectomy.

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Tobias Zeus
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Tobias Zeus
    Duesseldorf, NW, DE 

    Tobias Zeus practices in Duesseldorf, Germany. Mr. Zeus is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Tobias Geisler
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Tobias Geisler
    Otfried Müller Str. 10, 
    Tuebingen, BW, DE 

    Tobias Geisler practices in Tuebingen, Germany. Mr. Geisler is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Acute Coronary Syndrome, Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Attack, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Amin Polzin
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Amin Polzin
    Duesseldorf, NW, DE 

    Amin Polzin practices in Duesseldorf, Germany. Mr. Polzin is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Cardiogenic Shock, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Markus A. Kraemer
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Markus A. Kraemer
    Alfried Krupp Str. 21, 
    Essen, NW, DE 

    Markus Kraemer practices in Essen, Germany. Mr. Kraemer is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Moyamoya Disease, Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency, Susac Syndrome, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Markus Reinthaler
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Markus Reinthaler
    Potsdamer Str. 58, 
    Berlin, BE, DE 

    Markus Reinthaler practices in Berlin, Germany. Mr. Reinthaler is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Tricuspid Regurgitation, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Patent Foramen Ovale Repair, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Heinrich J. Audebert
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Heinrich J. Audebert
    Berlin, BE, DE 

    Heinrich Audebert practices in Berlin, Germany. Mr. Audebert is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Patent Foramen Ovale, Transient Global Amnesia, and Thrombectomy.

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Dirk Sibbing
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Dirk Sibbing
    Seeshaupt, BY, DE 

    Dirk Sibbing practices in Seeshaupt, Germany. Mr. Sibbing is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Acute Coronary Syndrome, Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Attack, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Stent Placement.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Patent Foramen Ovale?

    Patent foramen ovale (PFO) is a hole between the left and right atria (upper chambers) of the heart. This hole exists in everyone before birth, but most often closes shortly after being born. PFO is what the hole is called when it fails to close naturally after a baby is born.

    When should I see a Patent Foramen Ovale doctor in Germany?

    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 Patent Foramen Ovale doctor in Germany?

    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 do I find the best Patent Foramen Ovale doctor in Germany?

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    How does MediFind rank Patent Foramen Ovale doctors in Germany?

    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 Patent Foramen Ovale doctors in Germany?

    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 Patent Foramen Ovale doctor in Germany?

    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 Patent Foramen Ovale doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Patent Foramen Ovale 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 Patent Foramen Ovale doctor in Germany?

    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 Patent Foramen Ovale 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 Patent Foramen Ovale 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 Patent Foramen Ovale doctors in Germany?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Patent Foramen Ovale 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 Patent Foramen Ovale doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Patent Foramen Ovale 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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