The 20 Best Patent Foramen Ovale Doctors Near Me in Massachusetts, US

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The 20 Best Patent Foramen Ovale Doctors in Massachusetts, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 307 doctor with experience in Patent Foramen Ovale near Massachusetts, US. Of these, 260 are Experienced, 36 are Advanced, 8 are Distinguished and 3 are Elite.

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307 providers found
    Elite in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Elite in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Igor Palacios is a Cardiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Palacios is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Patent Foramen Ovale, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Mitral Stenosis, Patent Foramen Ovale Repair, and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Elite in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Elite in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ignacio Inglessis is a Cardiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Inglessis is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Patent Foramen Ovale, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Elite in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Internal Medicine
    Elite in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Internal Medicine

    UMass Memorial Children's Medical Center

    55 Lake Ave N, 
    Worcester, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Vaikom Mahadevan is an Internal Medicine provider in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Mahadevan is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Patent Foramen Ovale, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Patent Foramen Ovale Repair, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

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    Roger J. Laham
    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Internal Medicine | Cardiology
    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Internal Medicine | Cardiology

    CVI - Cardiovascular Clinic

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 7, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Roger Laham is a Cardiologist and an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Laham is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Michael C. Gavin
    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Internal Medicine

    CVI - Cardiovascular Clinic

    185 Pilgrim Road, Deaconess 1, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Gavin is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Gavin is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Angioplasty, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Pinak B. Shah
    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Heart And Vascular Center

    70 Francis Street, Carl J. And Ruth Shapiro Cardiovascular Center, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Pinak Bipin Shah is director of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH). A cardiovascular medicine specialist, he is also an associate professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School.He received his medical degree from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. He completed an internal medicine residency at BWH and served as chief medical resident. He then completed fellowships in cardiovascular disease, interventional cardiology and cardiovascular clinical biometrics at BWH. He is board certified in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology.Dr. Shah’s clinical interests include catheterization based techniques for the treatment of complex valvular and structural heart disease as well as complex coronary intervention. Dr. Shah’s practice focuses on trans-catheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), mitral valve interventions, PFO/ASD closure, alcohol septal ablation for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, and high-risk percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) cases. Dr. Shah has received research funding from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. He has also been listed one of America’s Top Doctors by Castle Connolly. Dr. Shah is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Mitral Stenosis, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology
    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston,, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ignacio Cruz is a Cardiologist in Boston,, Massachusetts. Dr. Cruz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Patent Foramen Ovale, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Patent Foramen Ovale Repair, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Pediatric Cardiology

    Boston Children's Hospital

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kevin Friedman is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Friedman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Artery Aneurysm, Kawasaki Disease, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Embolectomy, and Heart Transplant.

    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Interventional Cardiology
    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Interventional Cardiology

    Baystate Cardiology-Springfield-Main Street

    3300 Main St, 
    Springfield, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Goldsweig is an Interventional Cardiologist in Springfield, Massachusetts. Dr. Goldsweig is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Attack, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Glenn S. Kehlmann
    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Internal Medicine
    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Internal Medicine

    BILHPC, Washington Square, 637 Washington Street, Brookline

    637 Washington Street, Suite 100, 
    Brookline, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Glenn Kehlmann is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Brookline, Massachusetts. Dr. Kehlmann is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Patent Foramen Ovale, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), High Cholesterol, and Urinary Tract Infection in Children.

    Joseph P. Kannam
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Internal Medicine

    CardioVascular Institute Needham

    148 Chestnut Street, 
    Needham, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Kannam is an Internal Medicine provider in Needham, Massachusetts. Dr. Kannam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Angina, Atherosclerosis, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Warren J. Manning
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Internal Medicine

    CVI - Cardiovascular Clinic

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 7, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Warren Manning is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Manning is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), Cardiomyopathy, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Salman S. Ghiasuddin
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Internal Medicine

    Newburyport Cardiovascular Associates, LLC

    7 Henry Graf Jr Rd, 
    Newburyport, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Salman Ghiasuddin is an Internal Medicine provider in Newburyport, Massachusetts. Dr. Ghiasuddin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency, Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Pacemaker Implantation, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    George Dec
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston,, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    George Dec is a Cardiologist in Boston,, Massachusetts. Dr. Dec is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Cardiomyopathy, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Heart Failure, Heart Transplant, and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Michael J. Landzberg
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology | Palliative Medicine
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology | Palliative Medicine

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Heart And Vascular Center

    70 Francis Street, Carl J. And Ruth Shapiro Cardiovascular Center, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Michael J. Landzberg is the organizing founder and director of the Boston Adult Congenital Heart and Pulmonary Hypertension Group (BACH) at Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH). A cardiovascular medicine specialist, he is also an associate professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School (HMS).Dr. Landzberg received his medical degree from HMS. He completed a residency in internal medicine at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center and a fellowship in cardiovascular disease at BWH. Dr. Landzberg is board certified in internal medicine.Dr. Landzberg’s clinical interests include adult congenital heart disease and pulmonary hypertension. The author of more than 140 peer-reviewed publications, Dr. Landzberg’s research focuses on the management of congenital heart disease. Dr. Landzberg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Tetralogy of Fallot, Eisenmenger Syndrome, Heart Transplant, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.

    Ami Bhatt
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St, 
    Boston,, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ami Bhatt is a Cardiologist in Boston,, Massachusetts. Dr. Bhatt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. Her top areas of expertise are Ebstein's Anomaly, Williams Syndrome, Patent Foramen Ovale, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), and Cardiac Ablation.

    Junyang Lou
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Heart And Vascular Center

    70 Francis Street, Carl J. And Ruth Shapiro Cardiovascular Center, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Junyang Lou is a Cardiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Lou is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Apoplexy, Arterial Embolism, Angioplasty, and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Eli V. Gelfand
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Internal Medicine

    CVI - Cardiovascular Clinic

    330 Brookline Avenue, Shapiro 7, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Russian
    Offers Telehealth

    Eli Gelfand is an Internal Medicine provider in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Gelfand is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Necrosis, Heart Attack, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Michelle Gurvitz
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Pediatric Cardiology

    Department Of Cardiology

    300 Longwood Ave, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michelle Gurvitz is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Gurvitz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. Her top areas of expertise are Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Coarctation of the Aorta, Transposition of the Great Arteries, Tetralogy of Fallot, and Thymectomy.

    Muthiah Vaduganathan
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Brigham And Women's Hospital, Heart And Vascular Center

    70 Francis Street, Carl J. And Ruth Shapiro Cardiovascular Center, 
    Boston, MA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Vaduganathan is a cardiologist at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and faculty at Harvard Medical School. He received his medical doctorate and a Master of Public Health degree from Northwestern University. He subsequently completed his residency training in Internal Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital and fellowship training in Cardiovascular Medicine at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Dr. Vaduganathan is board certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease.Dr. Vaduganathan’s clinical interests surround the intersection between diabetes mellitus, obesity, and heart disease. The author of over 250 peer-reviewed publications, his research focuses on drug development and clinical trials of cardiometabolic therapies. Dr. Vaduganathan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Heart Failure, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Attack, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Heart Transplant.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Massachusetts, US?

    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 Massachusetts, US?

    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 in Massachusetts, US?

    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 Massachusetts, US?

    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 Massachusetts, US?

    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 Massachusetts, US?

    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 Massachusetts, US?

    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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