Overview
Sarah Clark, MD, is a cardiothoracic surgeon who loves being able to use her surgical skills to improve and extend patients’ lives. She understands the significance of heart surgery in a patient’s life, and she strives to support her patients through the entirety of the surgical process. She loves what she does and seeks to develop collegial relationships with referring physicians in support of providing optimal care for patients.Dr. Clark has extensive experience treating cardiogenic shock with ECMO and has done specialized training with minimally invasive mitral valve repair, transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), and transcatheter embolectomy (AngioVac). She is a member of the Southern Thoracic Surgery Association, Eastern Cardiothoracic Surgical Society and the Society of Thoracic Surgeons.Away from work, Dr. Clark enjoys trail and ultramarathon running, horseback riding, skiing, and spending time with her husband and their two Bernese mountain dogs.Conditions and Procedures:Aortic valve diseaseAtrial fibrillationCoronary artery diseaseEndocarditisExtracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)Mitral valve diseaseThoracic aortic diseaseTranscatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR)Transcatheter embolectomy (AngioVac).
Her top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
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1100 Ninth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sarah Clark
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sarah Clark?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sarah Clark by calling their office at 206-624-1144. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sarah Clark a top-rated expert for Aortic Valve Replacement?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sarah Clark is classified as an Experienced expert for Aortic Valve Replacement, 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. Sarah Clark specialize in?
While Dr. Sarah Clark is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Aortic Valve Replacement, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Heart Valve Repair. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Sarah Clark accept my insurance?
Dr. Sarah Clark accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Premera. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-624-1144 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Clark isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Clark isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Clark isExperienced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Clark isExperienced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)