The 20 Best Pericarditis Doctors Near Me in afton, VA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 12 doctor with experience in Pericarditis near afton, VA. Of these, 12 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine

    Sentara Afton Family Medicine

    10950 Rockfish Valley Hwy, 
    Afton, VA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Schmitz is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Afton, Virginia. Dr. Schmitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Schmitz is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine - Family Medicine - 2027. Dr. Schmitz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Referral may be required

    Augusta Health Cardiology

    78 Medical Center Dr, 
    Fishersville, VA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Maha Wassef is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Fishersville, Virginia. Dr. Wassef is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Atrial Fibrillation. Dr. Wassef is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine - 2027 and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease. Dr. Wassef is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine

    UVA Health Primary Care Waynesboro

    1850 Rosser Ave, 
    Waynesboro, VA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Seaton is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Waynesboro, Virginia. Dr. Seaton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Seaton is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine

    Augusta Health

    78 Medical Center Dr, 
    Fishersville, VA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Heck is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Fishersville, Virginia. Dr. Heck is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Shingles, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Heck is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Referral may be required

    Augusta Health

    78 Medical Center Dr, 
    Fishersville,, VA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lewis Siegel is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Fishersville,, Virginia. Dr. Siegel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Arrhythmias, Heart Attack, Pacemaker Implantation, and Angioplasty. Dr. Siegel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine

    Augusta Health

    78 Medical Center Dr, 
    Fishersville, VA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Scott Olson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fishersville, Virginia. Dr. Olson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Dysgraphia, Acute Kidney Failure, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Olson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Referral may be required

    Augusta Health

    78 Medical Center Dr, 
    Fishersville,, VA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Shalendra Varma is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Fishersville,, Virginia. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Varma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Necrosis, Angina, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Varma is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Referral may be required

    Augusta Health

    78 Medical Center Dr, 
    Fishersville,, VA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kenneth Sternberg is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Fishersville,, Virginia. Dr. Sternberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Venous Insufficiency, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Cardiomyopathy, Pacemaker Implantation, and Angioplasty. Dr. Sternberg is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine

    Augusta Health

    78 Medical Center Dr, 
    Fishersville, VA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leonid Lipkin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fishersville, Virginia. Dr. Lipkin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Bone Graft.

    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    22 N Medical Park Dr, 
    Fishersville, VA 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander Salomon is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Fishersville, Virginia. Dr. Salomon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Memory Loss, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Salomon is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine

    UVA Family Medicine Stoney Creek

    2871 Rockfish Valley Hwy, 
    Nellysford, VA 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tinsley Rucker is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Nellysford, Virginia. Dr. Rucker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bronchitis, Shingles, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma. Dr. Rucker is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Pericarditis
    Family Medicine

    Office

    4916 Plank Rd Unit 205, 
    North Garden, VA 
     (11.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Lockman is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in North Garden, Virginia. Dr. Lockman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pericarditis. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Pericarditis?

    Pericarditis is a condition in which the sac-like covering around the heart (pericardium) becomes inflamed.

    When should I see a Pericarditis doctor near afton, 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 Pericarditis doctor near afton, 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 Pericarditis doctors near afton, 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 Pericarditis doctors near afton, 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 Pericarditis doctor near afton, 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 Pericarditis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Pericarditis 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 Pericarditis doctor near afton, 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 Pericarditis 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 Pericarditis 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 Pericarditis doctors near afton, VA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Pericarditis 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 Pericarditis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Pericarditis 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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