Overview
Lester Permut is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington.
His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Arteriovenous Fistula, Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM), Atrioventricular Septal Defect, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), and Heart Transplant.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 17 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Permut is currently accepting new patients.
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Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- PPO
- EPO
- PPO
Locations
4800 Sand Point Way NE 8, Seattle, WA 98105
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.
1 Clinical Trials
Swedish Thoracic Surgery - First Hill
Dr. Farivar is a multiple time recipient of the Seattle Top Doctor Award and most recently received the 2023 Seattle Magazine Top Doc Award. Dr. Farivar has a broad-based thoracic surgery practice. He enjoys helping patients and their families through their healthcare journey. He takes great effort to incorporate the needs and beliefs of patients and their families in his treatment plans. Dr. Farivar has a particular interest in lung and esophageal disorders, including cancer treatment. He also has interests in the appropriate use of robotic surgery to address thoracic surgery pathology, as well as malignant pleural mesothelioma. Dr. Farivar is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Achalasia, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy. Dr. Farivar is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Farivar is currently accepting new patients.
Swedish Heart And Vascular Institute
Dr. Lehr is a perennial Seattle Met Top Doctor Award winner. Dr. Lehr is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Regurgitation, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Lehr is board certified in Cardiac Surgery. Dr. Lehr is currently accepting new patients.
Heart Institute At UW Medical Center – Montlake
Gabriel Aldea is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Aldea is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Mitral Stenosis, Heart Valve Repair, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Aldea is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lester C. Permut
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lester C. Permut?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Lester C. Permut by calling their office at 206-987-2000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Lester C. Permut a top-rated expert for Pulmonary Arteriovenous Fistula?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lester C. Permut is classified as an Experienced expert for Pulmonary Arteriovenous Fistula, 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. Lester C. Permut specialize in?
While Dr. Lester C. Permut is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Pulmonary Arteriovenous Fistula, Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM), and Atrioventricular Septal Defect. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Lester C. Permut participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Lester C. Permut has published 17 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pulmonary Arteriovenous Fistula. You can view a list of Dr. Lester C. Permut's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Lester C. Permut accept my insurance?
Dr. Lester C. Permut accepts most major insurance plans, including PacificSource and Premera. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-987-2000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Experienced
- Atrioventricular Septal DefectDr. Permut isExperienced. Learn about Atrioventricular Septal Defect.
- Coarctation of the AortaDr. Permut isExperienced. Learn about Coarctation of the Aorta.
- Heart TransplantDr. Permut isExperienced. Learn about Heart Transplant.
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS)Dr. Permut isExperienced. Learn about Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS).
- Pulmonary Arteriovenous FistulaDr. Permut isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Arteriovenous Fistula.
- Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM)
- Tricuspid RegurgitationDr. Permut isExperienced. Learn about Tricuspid Regurgitation.

