Overview
Born and raised in Vancouver, British Columbia, Amit Kainth, MD, brings his kind and caring demeanor down to Washington. Double board certified by the American Board of Surgery, Dr. Kainth has particular interest in open and endovascular surgery for cardiovascular disease, thoracic and abdominal aortic disease, and peripheral vascular disease. Dr. Kainth is a Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI) and has published peer-reviewed articles on aortic reinterventions, traumatic aortic injuries and popliteal aneurysm repair. He sees patients age 16 and older.Dr. Kainth has achieved Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) Initiate Status. He is a member of the Society for Vascular Surgery, and Vascular & Endovascular Surgery Society.Clinical Interests:Arteriovenous accessCarotid endarterectomyOpen and endovascular repair of thoracic and abdominal aortic dissection and aneurysmThoracic outlet syndromeTranscarotid artery revascularization (TCAR).
Dr. Kainth is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gangrene, Arterial Embolism, Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, and Carotid Artery Surgery.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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1802 S Yakima Avenue, Suite 204, Tacoma, WA 98405
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Amit Kainth
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Amit Kainth?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Amit Kainth by calling their office at 253-382-8540. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Amit Kainth a top-rated expert for Gangrene?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Amit Kainth is classified as an Advanced expert for Gangrene, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Amit Kainth specialize in?
While Dr. Amit Kainth is a Vascular Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gangrene, Arterial Embolism, and Carotid Artery Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Vascular Surgery.
Does Dr. Amit Kainth participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Amit Kainth has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gangrene. You can view a list of Dr. Amit Kainth's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Amit Kainth accept my insurance?
Dr. Amit Kainth accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and BridgeSpan. We recommend calling the office directly at 253-382-8540 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Aortic DissectionDr. Kainth isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Kainth isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Kainth isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Arterial Tortuosity SyndromeDr. Kainth isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Kainth isAdvanced. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- Cystic Medial Necrosis of AortaDr. Kainth isAdvanced. Learn about Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta.
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- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Kainth isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Aberrant Subclavian ArteryDr. Kainth isExperienced. Learn about Aberrant Subclavian Artery.
- Acute Arterial Occlusion of KidneyDr. Kainth isExperienced. Learn about Acute Arterial Occlusion of Kidney.
- Blue Rubber Bleb Nevus SyndromeDr. Kainth isExperienced. Learn about Blue Rubber Bleb Nevus Syndrome.
- Brachial PlexopathyDr. Kainth isExperienced. Learn about Brachial Plexopathy.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Kainth isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.