The 20 Best Patent Foramen Ovale Doctors Near Me in Falls Church, VA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 60 doctor with experience in Patent Foramen Ovale near Falls Church, VA. Of these, 54 are Experienced, 3 are Distinguished, 2 are Advanced and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Elite in Patent Foramen Ovale

    MedStar Washington Hospital Center

    110 Irving St NW, 
    Washington,, DC 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Preetham Kumar is a Cardiologist in Washington,, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Kumar 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), Apoplexy, Patent Foramen Ovale Repair, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Jonathan E. Yager
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    3025 Hamaker Ct, 100, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathan Yager is a Cardiologist in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Yager is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Carotid Artery Disease.

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

    The Cardiovascular Group PC

    2901 Telestar Ct Ste 200, 
    Falls Church, VA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nadim Geloo is a Cardiologist in Falls Church, Virginia. Dr. Geloo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Patent Foramen Ovale, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

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    Alireza Maghsoudi
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology | Sleep Medicine
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology | Sleep Medicine

    Virginia Heart - Fairfax

    2901 Telestar Ct, 200, 
    Falls Church, VA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
    Offers Telehealth

    Alireza Maghsoudi is a Cardiologist and a Sleep Medicine provider in Falls Church, Virginia. Dr. Maghsoudi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, and Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

    Anurag Sahu
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology

    Inova Pediatric Cardiovascular Genomics

    8081 Innovation Park Dr Ste 700, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anurag Sahu is a Cardiologist in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Sahu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Pulmonary Valves Agenesis, Cardiac Diverticulum, and X-Linked Cardiac Valvular Dysplasia.

    Garima Sharma
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Inova Cardiology - Fairfax

    8081 Innovation Park Dr, 700, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Garima Sharma is a Cardiologist in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Sharma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Peripartum Cardiomyopathy, Apoplexy, and Cardiomyopathy.

    Qiong Zhao
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology

    Inova Cardiology - Fairfax

    8081 Innovation Park Dr, 700, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Qiong “Joan” Zhao is the Regional Medical Director of Cardiac Diagnostics and Director of Research, Cardiac Diagnostics at Inova Schar Heart and Vascular. Board certified in cardiovascular disease, Dr. Zhao spent years at Inova developing the cardiac diagnostics department at Inova Fairfax Medical Center before stepping into her current role. Dr. Zhao's clinical areas of interest include echocardiography, structural heart disease, cardiomyopathy, cardio-oncology, pulmonary vascular diseases and women's heart diseases. After graduating from Beijing Medical University, Dr. Zhao earned a PhD in cell and molecular biology from Creighton University School of Medicine in Omaha and completed her postdoctoral research fellowship at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center – Harvard. Dr. Zhao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. Her top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Cardiomyopathy Due to Anthracyclines, and Doxorubicin-Induced Cardiomyopathy.

    Wayne B. Batchelor
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology

    Inova Cardiology - Fairfax

    8081 Innovation Park Dr, 700, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    President, Inova Medicine Service Line Schar Chair, Inova Schar Heart and Vascular Director Emeritus, Interventional Cardiology, Inova Professor of Medicine, Duke University School of Medicine Wayne Batchelor, MD, MHS, MBA, is President of the Medicine Service Line. He joined Inova in 2019 with more than two decades of executive leadership in academic medicine, private practice, clinical research, and education. He is Professor of Medicine (adj.), Duke University, Chair of the American College of Cardiology (ACC) Interventional Sectional Leadership Council, and Vice-Chair of the STS/ACC Transcatheter Valve Therapy (TVT) Registry. He has previously served as an academic cardiologist at the University of Toronto, President of Southern Medical Group, PA in Tallahassee, Florida, Board Member of Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare, and Co-Founder/President of the Tallahassee Research Institute (TRI). He is internationally recognized for his clinical and research expertise in interventional cardiology, clinical trials, outcomes research, regulatory science, and healthcare disparities in medicine. Fostering multidisciplinary collaborations within and between service lines, Dr. Batchelor has successfully built innovative clinical programs and improved patient outcomes within both private practice and academic medical settings. He has published more than 200 peer-reviewed abstracts and manuscripts, multiple book chapters, served on numerous clinical trial steering committees and as National Principal Investigator (PI) on landmark clinical trials in cardiovascular medicine. He is a special consultant to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) within the Cardiovascular Devices Branch, has served on the editorial boards for Circulation, the Journal of the Society of Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions, and Cardiovascular Revascularization Medicine and is a Senior Advisor and frequent Guest Editor for the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. Dr. Batchelor earned his bachelor of science and medical degree from Queens University in Kingston, Ontario, Canada, a master's degree in clinical research from Duke University, and an Executive MBA from New York University. Dr. Batchelor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Cardiogenic Shock, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Kelly C. Epps
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology

    Inova Cardiology - Fairfax

    8081 Innovation Park Dr, 700, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Kelly Epps-Anderson is the Associate Director of Women’s Cardiovascular and Director of Interventional Cardiology Clinical Trials at Inova Health System. She has a special interest in women's cardiovascular health. She is passionate about educating women about their cardiovascular disease risk, prevention strategies and early recognition of symptoms of cardiovascular disease. Dr. Kelly Epps-Anderson co-founded Inova's cardio-oncology program. Dr. Epps-Anderson graduated from Harvard College with honors and received her medical degree from Harvard. Dr. Epps is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. Her top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Abdulla A. Damluji
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology

    Inova Medical Group - Cardiology

    1600 N Beauregard St, 150, 
    Alexandria, VA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Abdulla Damluji is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist in Alexandria, Virginia. Dr. Damluji is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Cardiogenic Shock, Heart Attack, Coronary Heart Disease, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Distinguished in Patent Foramen Ovale

    110 Irving Street Northwest Suite 4B-1

    110 Irving St NW Ste 4B-1, 
    Washington, DC 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lowell Satler is a Cardiologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Satler is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Regurgitation, Heart Attack, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

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

    Children's National Hospital

    111 Michigan Ave NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Slack is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Slack 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), Pulmonary Atresia with Ventricular Septal Defect, Truncus Arteriosus, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Vhc Health Cardiology-Arlington

    1851 N George Mason Dr Ste 3C, 
    Arlington,, VA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hassan Tabandeh is a Cardiologist in Arlington,, Virginia. Dr. Tabandeh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Cardiomyopathy, Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, and Heart Attack.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology | Internal Medicine
    3300 Gallows Rd, 
    Falls Church, VA 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marjaneh Akbari is a Cardiologist and an Internal Medicine provider in Falls Church, Virginia. Dr. Akbari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. Her top areas of expertise are Apoplexy, Heart Attack, Angina, Atherosclerosis, and Angioplasty.

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

    Virginia Heart - Alexandria

    4825 Mark Center Dr Ste 150, 
    Alexandria,, VA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lawrence Miller is an Interventional Cardiologist in Alexandria,, Virginia. Dr. Miller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, and Aortic Regurgitation.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    8008 Westpark Dr, 
    Mclean, VA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Benjamin Galper is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist in Mclean, Virginia. Dr. Galper is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Attack, Apoplexy, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

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

    Kaiser Permanente Mclean

    8008 Westpark Dr, 
    Mclean, VA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Natalia Berry is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist in Mclean, Virginia. Dr. Berry has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. Her top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Attack, Apoplexy, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Berry is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale

    Kaiser Permanente Tysons Medical Center

    8008 Westpark Dr, 
    Mc Lean, VA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Gallagher is a Cardiologist in Mc Lean, Virginia. Dr. Gallagher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Heart Failure, Coronary Artery Aneurysm, and Coarctation of the Aorta.

    Alexander G. Truesdell
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Interventional Cardiology

    Virginia Heart - Fairfax

    2901 Telestar Ct, 200, 
    Falls Church, VA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander Truesdell is an Interventional Cardiologist in Falls Church, Virginia. Dr. Truesdell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. His top areas of expertise are Cardiogenic Shock, Heart Attack, Carotid Artery Disease, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Angioplasty.

    Christine D. Bussey
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology | Cardiac Electrophysiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale
    Cardiology | Cardiac Electrophysiology

    Inova Cardiology - Fairfax

    8081 Innovation Park Dr, 700, 
    Fairfax, VA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Christine Bussey is a specialty care physician board certified in cardiovascular medicine who joined Inova in 2002. She has a special interest in the management of women’s heart disease, coronary artery disease and congestive heart failure. Currently, Dr. Bussey serves as the Medical Director of Inova Cardiology’s outpatient practices and is a member of the Inova Schar Heart and Vascular Leadership Council and ambulatory physician leadership. She is also part of the provider panel for the Inova Women’s Cardiovascular Health Program. Dr. Bussey became interested in cardiology because she felt it provided the greatest opportunity to positively impact the morbidity and mortality of the number one killer in America. Her goal is to help patients live longer, happier and better than in generations past by incorporating preventive care measures and, where needed, medications and procedures. A native of New York City, Dr. Bussey currently resides in Vienna, VA, and has three active children. In her spare time, she enjoys walking, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends at sporting events, plays, movies and cultural activities. Dr. Bussey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Patent Foramen Ovale. Her top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Aortic Valve Stenosis.

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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 near Falls Church, VA?

    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 Falls Church, VA?

    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 Falls Church, VA?

    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 Falls Church, VA?

    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 Falls Church, VA?

    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 Falls Church, VA?

    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 Falls Church, VA?

    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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