Overview
Lester Permut is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington.
His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Arteriovenous Fistula, Atrioventricular Septal Defect, Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM), Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), and Heart Transplant.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 20 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.
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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 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, 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 Thoracic Surgery - First Hill
Dr. Louie most recently received the 2024 Thoracic Surgery Top Doc designation and has received the Seattle Top Doc award for multiple consecutive years. Philosophy of care: Dr. Louie’s practice involves all aspects of general thoracic surgery including the lung, esophagus, stomach and mediastinum. He has particular interests in minimally invasive surgery that involves the use of laparoscopy, robotics and endoscopy for both cancer and non-cancerous diseases. He believes that care is about helping patients and their families understand their illness and guiding them in selecting treatment that is appropriate and individualized for the patient at his or her stage of life. Dr. Louie is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy. Dr. Louie is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Louie is currently accepting new patients.
Swedish Cardiac Surgery
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lester Permut
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lester Permut?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Lester 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 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 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 Permut specialize in?
While Dr. Lester Permut is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Pulmonary Arteriovenous Fistula, Atrioventricular Septal Defect, and Pulmonary Arteriovenous Malformation (PAVM). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Lester Permut participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Lester Permut has published 20 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pulmonary Arteriovenous Fistula. You can view a list of Dr. Lester 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 Permut accept my insurance?
Dr. Lester 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.
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- 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)