The 20 Best Patent Foramen Ovale Doctors Near Me in derby, CT

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 27 doctor with experience in Patent Foramen Ovale near derby, CT. Of these, 26 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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27 providers found
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    67 Maple Ave, 
    Derby,, CT 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sana Hanif is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Derby,, Connecticut. Dr. Hanif is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pediatric Myocarditis, Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Acute Coronary Syndrome, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. Dr. Hanif is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Referral may be required

    Griffin Health

    130 Division St, 
    Derby, CT 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Lee is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Derby, Connecticut. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Angina, Angioplasty, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Referral may be required

    Northeast Medical Group Cardiac Specialists-Shelton

    2 Ivy Brook Rd Ste 205, 
    Shelton,, CT 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Stephen Woodworth is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Shelton,, Connecticut. Dr. Woodworth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Fainting, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Heart Failure. Dr. Woodworth is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Family Medicine

    Office

    887 Bridgeport Ave, 
    Shelton, CT 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Stephanie Rowe is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Shelton, Connecticut. Dr. Rowe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Cardiac Arrest, Heart Failure, and Chronic Cough.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Referral required

    Yale New Haven Hospital

    20 York St, 
    New Haven,, CT 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexandra Lansky is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in New Haven,, Connecticut. Dr. Lansky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Coronary Heart Disease, Acute Coronary Syndrome, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Angioplasty. Dr. Lansky is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Referral may be required

    Blood Draw Station-New Haven-Yale Physicians Building

    800 Howard Ave Fl 2, 
    New Haven,, CT 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Mcnamara is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in New Haven,, Connecticut. Dr. Mcnamara is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Endocarditis, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Angioplasty. Dr. Mcnamara is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Referral may be required

    Cardiac Specialists PC

    999 Silver Ln, 
    Trumbull,, CT 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Adam Schussheim is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Trumbull,, Connecticut. Dr. Schussheim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Atrial Fibrillation, and Sitosterolemia. Dr. Schussheim is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Referral may be required

    Yale New Haven Hospital

    20 York St, 
    New Haven, CT 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Forrest is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in New Haven, Connecticut. Dr. Forrest is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Heart Attack, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Forrest is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Referral may be required

    Yale New Haven Hospital

    20 York St, 
    New Haven, CT 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Evangelos Oikonomou is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in New Haven, Connecticut. Dr. Oikonomou is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Heart Failure, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Yale New Haven Hospital

    20 York St, 
    New Haven,, CT 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Chad Gier is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in New Haven,, Connecticut. Dr. Gier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Fainting, COVID-19, Cardiac Ablation, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. Dr. Gier is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Internal Medicine

    Yale New Haven Hospital

    20 York St, 
    New Haven, CT 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Walter Kernan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New Haven, Connecticut. Dr. Kernan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Stroke, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Heart Attack.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Referral may be required

    Yale New Haven Hospital

    20 York St, 
    New Haven,, CT 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Nihar Desai is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in New Haven,, Connecticut. Dr. Desai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Heart Attack, Cardiogenic Shock, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Heart Transplant. Dr. Desai is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Referral may be required

    Yale-New Haven Hosp-Hme Care Prog

    789 Howard Ave, 
    New Haven, CT 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Possick is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in New Haven, Connecticut. Dr. Possick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Ectopic Heartbeat, Angina, and Angioplasty. Dr. Possick is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Internal Medicine

    Yale-New Haven Hosp-Hme Care Prog

    789 Howard Ave, 
    New Haven, CT 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Ross is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New Haven, Connecticut. Dr. Ross is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Heart Failure, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Referral may be required

    Bridgeport Hospital

    267 Grant St, 
    Bridgeport,, CT 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stuart Zarich is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bridgeport,, Connecticut. Dr. Zarich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm, Ventricular Septal Defects, Saddle Pulmonary Embolism, Embolectomy, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Zarich is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Internal Medicine

    Bridgeport Hospital

    267 Grant St, 
    Bridgeport, CT 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anton Stolear is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Dr. Stolear is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His clinical expertise encompasses Saddle Pulmonary Embolism, Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation, Heart Block, Embolectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Referral may be required

    Bridgeport Hospital

    267 Grant St, 
    Bridgeport,, CT 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Evgeny Shkolnik is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bridgeport,, Connecticut. Dr. Shkolnik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stable Angina, Angina, Saddle Pulmonary Embolism, Heart Failure, and Embolectomy. Dr. Shkolnik is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Referral may be required

    Office

    11 Harrison Ave, 
    Branford,, CT 
     (14.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Cleman is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Branford,, Connecticut. Dr. Cleman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Apoplexy, Atrial Fibrillation, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Cleman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Referral may be required

    Connecticut Heart & Vascular Center PC

    2979 Main St, 
    Bridgeport, CT 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jared Selter is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Dr. Selter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Heart Attack, Angioplasty, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Selter is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Referral may be required

    St. Vincent's Medical Center

    2800 Main St, 
    Bridgeport,, CT 
     (10.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Magnus is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bridgeport,, Connecticut. Dr. Magnus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Heart Attack, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Magnus is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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 near derby, CT?

    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 near derby, CT?

    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 Patent Foramen Ovale doctors near derby, CT?

    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 near derby, CT?

    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 near derby, CT?

    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 near derby, CT?

    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 near derby, CT?

    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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