Overview
Theodore K. Lau, MD, is a board-certified cardiologist with special interests in lipids management; complex coronary artery disease and peripheral vascular disease interventions; pacemaker implantation; and repair of structural heart defects.Dr. Lau is committed to providing state-of-the-art preventive, diagnostic and treatment options. He believes that actively involving each patient in the disease management process is the best way to improve patients' cardiovascular health and quality of life.Dr. Lau is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology, American Society of Echocardiography, and Society of Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions.
Dr. Lau is highly rated in 38 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Heart Attack, Short QT Syndrome, Pacemaker Implantation, and Angioplasty.
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 312, 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. Theodore K. Lau
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Theodore K. Lau?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Theodore K. Lau by calling their office at 253-627-1244. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Theodore K. Lau a top-rated expert for Angina?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Theodore K. Lau is classified as an Distinguished expert for Angina, 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. Theodore K. Lau specialize in?
While Dr. Theodore K. Lau is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Angina, Heart Attack, and Short QT Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Theodore K. Lau participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Theodore K. Lau has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Angina. You can view a list of Dr. Theodore K. Lau's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Theodore K. Lau accept my insurance?
Dr. Theodore K. Lau accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 253-627-1244 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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- Distinguished
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 DeficiencyDr. Lau isDistinguished. Learn about Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.
- AnginaDr. Lau isDistinguished. Learn about Angina.
- ApoplexyDr. Lau isDistinguished. Learn about Apoplexy.
- AtherosclerosisDr. Lau isDistinguished. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Lau isDistinguished. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)Dr. Lau isDistinguished. Learn about Atrial Septal Defect (ASD).
- Advanced
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Lau isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Lau isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- ArrhythmiasDr. Lau isAdvanced. Learn about Arrhythmias.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Lau isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Cardiac ArrestDr. Lau isAdvanced. Learn about Cardiac Arrest.
- Cardiac TamponadeDr. Lau isAdvanced. Learn about Cardiac Tamponade.
- Experienced
- Acute Coronary SyndromeDr. Lau isExperienced. Learn about Acute Coronary Syndrome.
- AngioplastyDr. Lau isExperienced. Learn about Angioplasty.
- Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Lau isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Atrial MyxomaDr. Lau isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Myxoma.
- Atrial TachycardiaDr. Lau isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Tachycardia.