The 20 Best Rheumatic Fever Doctors Near Me in tacoma, WA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 18 doctor with experience in Rheumatic Fever near tacoma, WA. Of these, 12 are Experienced and 6 are Advanced.

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18 providers found
    Experienced in Rheumatic Fever
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Rheumatic Fever
    Internal Medicine

    Franciscan Medical Clinic At St. Francis

    34503 9th Ave S, Suite 100, 
    Federal Way, WA 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Ory is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Federal Way, Washington. Dr. Ory is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Ory is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ory is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Rheumatic Fever
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Advanced in Rheumatic Fever
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates At St. Joseph

    1802 S Yakima Avenue, Suite 312, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew, Russian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ronald Reiter is an Interventional Cardiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Reiter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Attack, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Reiter is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine, and Interventional Cardiology. Dr. Reiter is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Rheumatic Fever
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Advanced in Rheumatic Fever
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates At St. Joseph

    1802 S Yakima Avenue, Suite 312, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Roberto Secaira is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Secaira is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, Heart Attack, and Angioplasty. Dr. Secaira is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Subspecialties In Cardiovascular Disease And Interventional Cardiology. Dr. Secaira is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Rheumatic Fever
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Advanced in Rheumatic Fever
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates At St. Joseph

    1802 S Yakima Avenue, Suite 312, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Cantonese, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Theodore Lau is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Lau is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angina, Heart Attack, Short QT Syndrome, Pacemaker Implantation, and Angioplasty. Dr. Lau is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Interventional Cardiology. Dr. Lau is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rheumatic Fever
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Rheumatic Fever
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral required

    Franciscan Cardiothoracic Surgery Associates At St. Joseph

    1802 S Yakima Ave, Suite 102, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Japanese, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Craig Hampton is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Hampton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Mitral Stenosis, Heart Tumor, Heart Valve Repair, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Hampton is board certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery and General Surgery. Dr. Hampton is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rheumatic Fever
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Rheumatic Fever
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Franciscan Cardiothoracic Surgery Associates At St. Joseph

    1802 S Yakima Ave, Suite 102, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy James is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. James is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Regurgitation, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair. Dr. James is board certified in Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery. Dr. James is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rheumatic Fever
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Rheumatic Fever
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Cardiac Study Center Tacoma

    Tacoma, WA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Filipino, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jaime Pugeda is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Pugeda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Angina, Atherosclerosis, Angioplasty, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Pugeda is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Interventional Cardiology. Dr. Pugeda is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rheumatic Fever
    Experienced in Rheumatic Fever
    Referral may be required

    Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Medical Pavilion - Federal Way

    33501 1st Way S., 
    Federal Way, WA 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Castilian, Portuguese, Spanish, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Elizabeth Jernberg is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Federal Way, Washington. Dr. Jernberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Temporal Arteritis, Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Juvenile Temporal Arteritis. Dr. Jernberg is board certified in Rheumatology, American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Jernberg is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rheumatic Fever
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Rheumatic Fever
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Pulse Heart Institute Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery-Tacoma

    419 S L St, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Mumme is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Mumme is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Mumme is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rheumatic Fever
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Rheumatic Fever
    Thoracic Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Pulse Heart Institute Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery-Tacoma

    419 S L St, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Allen Graeve is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Graeve is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Pleurisy, Heart Valve Repair, and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Experienced in Rheumatic Fever
    Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Rheumatic Fever
    Interventional Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Pulse Heart Institute Cardiology And Electrophysiology Services

    1901 S Cedar St, 
    Tacoma, WA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Farsi, Hindi, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Devendra Vora is an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Vora is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Apoplexy, Angina, Angioplasty, and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Vora is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Rheumatic Fever
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Advanced in Rheumatic Fever
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates At St. Francis

    34509 9th Ave S, Suite 304, 
    Federal Way, WA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Keval Shah is an Interventional Cardiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Federal Way, Washington. Dr. Shah is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Brugada Syndrome, Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), and Short QT Syndrome. Dr. Shah is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Interventional Cardiology. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rheumatic Fever
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Experienced in Rheumatic Fever
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates At St. Francis

    34509 9th Ave S, Suite 304, 
    Federal Way, WA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Thai
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Chatchawan Piyaskulkaew is an Interventional Cardiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Federal Way, Washington. Dr. Piyaskulkaew is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. He is also highly rated in 47 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, His Bundle Tachycardia, Multifocal Atrial Tachycardia, Angioplasty, and Atherectomy. Dr. Piyaskulkaew is board certified in Adult Echocardiography, Cardiovascular Disease, Nuclear Cardiology, Internal Medicine, and Interventional Cardiology. Dr. Piyaskulkaew is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rheumatic Fever
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Rheumatic Fever
    Internal Medicine

    Lakewood

    5920 100th St SW Ste 11, 
    Lakewood, WA 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, German, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ulrich Birlenbach is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lakewood, Washington. Dr. Birlenbach is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Costochondritis, Tietz Syndrome, Diabetic Neuropathy, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Birlenbach is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rheumatic Fever
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Rheumatic Fever
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1450 5th St SE Ste 1100, 
    Puyallup, WA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, Telugu, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kurt Kinney is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Puyallup, Washington. Dr. Kinney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Patent Foramen Ovale, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Kinney is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Rheumatic Fever
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Advanced in Rheumatic Fever
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates At St. Anthony

    11511 Canterwood Blvd NW, Suite 110, 
    Gig Harbor, WA 
     (11.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Filipino, French, Greek, Portuguese, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Freij Gobal is an Interventional Cardiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Gig Harbor, Washington. Dr. Gobal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Short QT Syndrome, Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), Brugada Syndrome, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Gobal is board certified in Cardiovascular CT, Vascular Cardiology, Echocardiography, Cardiovascular Disease, Nuclear Cardiology, Internal Medicine, and Interventional Cardiology. Dr. Gobal is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Rheumatic Fever
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Advanced in Rheumatic Fever
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Franciscan Heart & Vascular Associates At St. Anne

    16233 Sylvester Road SW, Suite 260, 
    Burien, WA 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian, Ukrainian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Olstein is an Interventional Cardiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Burien, Washington. Dr. Olstein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Brugada Syndrome, Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), Short QT Syndrome, and Heart Attack. Dr. Olstein is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Nuclear Cardiology, and Interventional Cardiology. Dr. Olstein is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Rheumatic Fever
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Rheumatic Fever
    Internal Medicine

    Madigan Army Medical Center

    9040 Jackson Ave, 
    Tacoma,, WA 
     (11.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Mandarin, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Larson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tacoma,, Washington. Dr. Larson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Rheumatic Fever. His clinical expertise encompasses Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Heart Attack, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, and Pediatric Myocarditis. Dr. Larson is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Rheumatic Fever?

    Rheumatic fever is a disease that may develop after an infection with group A streptococcus bacteria (such as strep throat or scarlet fever). It can cause severe illness in the heart, joints, skin, and brain.

    When should I see a Rheumatic Fever doctor near tacoma, WA?

    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 Rheumatic Fever doctor near tacoma, WA?

    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 Rheumatic Fever doctors near tacoma, WA?

    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 Rheumatic Fever doctors near tacoma, WA?

    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 Rheumatic Fever doctor near tacoma, WA?

    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 Rheumatic Fever doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Rheumatic Fever 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 Rheumatic Fever doctor near tacoma, WA?

    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 Rheumatic Fever 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 Rheumatic Fever 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 Rheumatic Fever doctors near tacoma, WA?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Rheumatic Fever 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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