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

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 22 doctor with experience in Patent Foramen Ovale near North Dakota, US. Of these, 17 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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22 providers found
    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology
    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology

    Altru Health System

    1000 S Columbia Rd, 
    Grand Forks,, ND 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Go is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Grand Forks,, North Dakota. Dr. Go is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Regurgitation, Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

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

    Sanford Medical Center Fargo

    801 Broadway N, 
    Fargo, ND 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Haldis is an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Fargo, North Dakota. Dr. Haldis is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Regurgitation, Angina, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology

    Sanford Medical Center Fargo

    801 Broadway N, 
    Fargo,, ND 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Clardy is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Fargo,, North Dakota. Dr. Clardy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 40 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Regurgitation, Pediatric Myocarditis, Heart Attack, and Vasculitis.

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    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Sanford Medical Center Fargo

    801 Broadway N, 
    Fargo,, ND 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ismail Bekdash is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Fargo,, North Dakota. Dr. Bekdash is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology

    Sanford Medical Center Fargo

    801 Broadway N, 
    Fargo,, ND 
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Susan Farkas is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Fargo,, North Dakota. She has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Farkas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. She is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Regurgitation, Necrosis, Pediatric Myocarditis, Vasculitis, and Heart Transplant.

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

    Trinity Health

    2305 37th Ave SW, 
    Minot, ND 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Samir Turk is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Minot, North Dakota. Dr. Turk is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 56 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Ectopic Heartbeat, Aortic Regurgitation, Pacemaker Implantation, and Angioplasty.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Sanford Medical Center Fargo

    801 Broadway N, 
    Fargo, ND 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Taylor Dowsley is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Fargo, North Dakota. Dr. Dowsley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Regurgitation, Heart Attack, Necrosis, and Pediatric Myocarditis.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Altru Health System

    1300 S Columbia Rd, 
    Grand Forks, ND 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rabeea Aboufakher is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Dr. Aboufakher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Angioplasty.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    CHI St. Alexius Health Heart & Lung Clinic

    310 N 10th St, 
    Bismarck, ND 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Oatfield is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bismarck, North Dakota. Dr. Oatfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Atherosclerosis, and Jervell Lange-Nielsen Syndrome (JLNS).

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology

    Medcenter One Health Systems DME

    222 N 7th St, 
    Bismarck, ND 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dragos Balf is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bismarck, North Dakota. Dr. Balf 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 Sick Sinus Syndrome, Angina, Atherosclerosis, Angioplasty, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology

    Sanford Medical Center Fargo

    801 Broadway N, 
    Fargo,, ND 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Craig Kouba is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Fargo,, North Dakota. Dr. Kouba is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Regurgitation, Pediatric Myocarditis, Atrial Fibrillation, and Vasculitis.

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology

    Sanford Medical Center Fargo

    332 2nd Ave N, 
    Wahpeton, ND 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Heeraimangalore Manjunath is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Wahpeton, North Dakota. Dr. Manjunath is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Regurgitation, Necrosis, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease. Dr. Manjunath is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Interventional Cardiology

    Altru Health System

    1300 S Columbia Rd, 
    Grand Forks, ND 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mikhail Kirnus is an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Dr. Kirnus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Attack, Aortic Regurgitation, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology

    Sanford Medical Center Rehab

    300 N 7th St, 
    Bismarck, ND 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nayan Desai is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bismarck, North Dakota. Dr. Desai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 42 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Angina, Necrosis, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology

    Essentia Health-32ND Avenue Clinic (Fargo)

    3000 32nd Ave S, 
    Fargo, ND 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alok Saurav is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Fargo, North Dakota. Dr. Saurav is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Interventional Cardiology

    CHI St. Alexius Health Heart & Lung Clinic

    310 N 10th St, 
    Bismarck, ND 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Hoyt is an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bismarck, North Dakota. Dr. Hoyt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 50 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Atrial Fibrillation, Long QT Syndrome, and Long QT Syndrome 1.

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

    Altru Health System

    1200 S Columbia Rd, 
    Grand Forks, ND 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Keith Swanson is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Dr. Swanson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, and Idiopathic Edema.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology

    Medcenter One Health Systems DME

    222 N 7th St, 
    Bismarck, ND 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Diane Kraft is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bismarck, North Dakota. Dr. Kraft is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. She is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Aortic Regurgitation, Sick Sinus Syndrome, and Arrhythmias.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology

    Altru Health System

    4440 S Washington St, 
    Grand Forks, ND 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Norwegian, Sinhala, Swedish
    Accepting New Patients

    Mevan Wijetunga is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Dr. Wijetunga 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 His Bundle Tachycardia, Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT), Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Wijetunga is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Essentia Health-South University Clinic (Fargo)

    1702 University Dr S, 
    Fargo, ND 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Sheldon is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fargo, North Dakota. Dr. Sheldon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

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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 North Dakota, 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 North Dakota, 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 North Dakota, 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 North Dakota, 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 North Dakota, 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 North Dakota, 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 North Dakota, 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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