The 20 Best Patent Foramen Ovale Repair Doctors in Washington, US

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 39 doctor with experience in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair near Washington, US. Of these, 33 are Experienced and 6 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery

    Swedish Cardiac Surgery

    1600 East Jefferson Street, Suite 110, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Lehr is a perennial Seattle Met Top Doctor Award winner. Dr. Lehr is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 11 other 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.

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery

    Swedish Cardiac Surgery

    1600 East Jefferson Street, Suite 110, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Ryan is a 2021 Seattle Met Top Doctor Award winner. Dr. Ryan's goal is to create a care environment that fosters truly informed decisions on the part of the patient and family, both in the decision making phase as well as during the complete recovery period. Dr. Ryan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Regurgitation, Atrial Myxoma, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Heart Valve Repair. Dr. Ryan is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Ryan is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology

    Swedish Heart & Vascular - Cherry Hill

    550 17th Avenue, Suite 680, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Gafoor's passion is the field of structural heart disease. This new and rising field is an innovative way to approach complex heart and valve disease patients without open heart surgery. Whether patients have aortic stenosis, mitral regurgitation, atrial fibrillation, a prior heart valve that now needs replacement or more - this century has possibilities that were not available even as recently as five years ago. Dr. Gafoor trained in the US as well as abroad, and his goal is to bring patients the best in worldwide care right at their doorsteps. The Structural Heart & Valve Disease team's goal is patient safety and quality of life, and they want to not only add years to each patient's life, but life to each patient's years. Patients are important to Dr. Gafoor - not just for who they are and what they've done, but also for what they plan to do. Not just today, but tomorrow, and for the future after that. Dr. Gafoor is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Atrial Fibrillation, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Gafoor is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gafoor is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery

    Swedish Cardiac Surgery

    1600 East Jefferson Street, Suite 110, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Coptic, Greek, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Youssef is a perennial award winner of the Seattle Met Top Doctor Award. His philosophy of care is to listen to patients and their hearts, empower them in understanding their conditions, and carry them through operations in the most skilled, scientific, and compassionate manner possible. Dr. Youssef is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Heart Valve Repair, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG). Dr. Youssef is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Youssef is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery

    Swedish Cardiac Surgery

    1600 East Jefferson Street, Suite 110, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Lee strives to help each patient understand their condition and works with them and their families to provide the best individualized care plan possible. Dr. Lee takes pride in ensuring each patient feels heard and understood, and is committed to being involved in every step of the healing process. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, TORCH Syndrome, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair. Dr. Lee is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology

    Swedish Heart & Vascular - Ballard

    1801 Northwest Market Street, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    To provide the highest quality of cardiac electrophysiology care tailored to each individual in a compassionate manner. To practice with an evidence-based approach to healthcare. To utilize new technologies to improve patient care. Dr. Wells is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Cardiomyopathy, Cardiac Ablation, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Wells is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Wells is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    62 West 7th Avenue, Suite 110, 
    Spokane, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Justin Reeves is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Reeves is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Regurgitation, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Heart Valve Repair, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Reeves is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery

    Franciscan Cardiothoracic Surgery Associates At St. Joseph

    1802 S Yakima Ave, Suite 102, 
    Tacoma, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Craig R. Hampton, MD, FACS, is board certified in general and cardiothoracic surgery and is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and a member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons. Dr. Hampton has published numerous related topics including stentless aortic valve replacement andmitral valve repair.After finishing medical school at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, Dr. Hampton performed residencies in general surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, and served as chief surgical resident at the University of Washington in Seattle. He also earned an NIH-funded research fellowship in cardiovascular surgery. Prior to joining St. Joseph Cardiothoracic Surgeons in 2010, Dr. Hampton practiced cardiac surgery at St. Luke's Hospital in Duluth, Minnesota.Dr. Hampton is interested in all aspects of adult cardiac surgery including aortic root pathology, aortic surgery, arrhythmia surgery, coronary surgery, and valve repairs and replacements. Dr. Hampton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Mitral Stenosis, Heart Tumor, Heart Valve Repair, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Hampton is board certified in General Surgery and Cardiothoracic Surgery. Dr. Hampton is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Cardiology

    Heart Institute At UW Medical Center – Montlake

    1959 NE Pacific St, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Karen Stout is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Stout is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), Tetralogy of Fallot, Partial Atrioventricular Canal, Heart Valve Repair, and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair

    Gme Office University Of Washington

    1959 NE Pacific St, 
    Seattle,, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Catherine Otto is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Seattle,, Washington. Dr. Otto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. She is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Marfan Syndrome, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery

    Franciscan Cardiothoracic Surgery Associates At St. Michael

    1950 NW Myhre Road, 3rd Floor, 
    Silverdale, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    R. Christopher King, MD, specializes in adult cardiac surgery, including valve repair/replacement, coronary artery bypass grafting, aortic surgery and critical care. He delivers comprehensive and individualized cardiac surgical care in the pursuit of optimizing each patients outcome.Dr. King is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and a member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and Western Thoracic Surgical Association. Dr. King is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Arterial Embolism, Infective Endocarditis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. King is board certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery. Dr. King is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    1100 Goethals Drive, Suite E, 
    Richland, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Juan Cordero is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Richland, Washington. Dr. Cordero is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Pleurisy, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair. Dr. Cordero is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Cardiology

    Gme Office University Of Washington

    1959 NE Pacific St, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alec Moorman is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Moorman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Sarcoidosis, Heart Valve Repair, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    62 West 7th Avenue, Suite 110, 
    Spokane, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Steven Nisco is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Nisco is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Lung Nodules, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair. Dr. Nisco is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Cardiology

    Gme Office University Of Washington

    1959 NE Pacific St, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Janna Merte is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Merte is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cardiogenic Shock, Mitral Stenosis, Heart Attack, Patent Foramen Ovale Repair, and Heart Valve Repair.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair

    North Cascade Cardiology PLLC

    2979 Squalicum Pkwy Ste 101, 
    Bellingham, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anthony Holmes is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bellingham, Washington. Dr. Holmes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ventricular Tachycardia, Coronary Heart Disease, Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    1330 Rockefeller Avenue, Suite 400, 
    Everett, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    James Brevig is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Everett, Washington. Dr. Brevig is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Aortic Regurgitation, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Brevig is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    62 West 7th Avenue, Suite 110, 
    Spokane, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Forrester is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Forrester is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Regurgitation, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Forrester is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    62 West 7th Avenue, Suite 450, 
    Spokane, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Philip Huber is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Huber is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Patent Foramen Ovale, Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), Atrial Fibrillation, Angioplasty, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. Dr. Huber is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair
    Thoracic Surgery
    1100 Goethals Drive, Suite E, 
    Richland, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Darren Hodgins is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Richland, Washington. Dr. Hodgins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Patent Foramen Ovale Repair. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Regurgitation, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Hodgins is currently accepting new patients.

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    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

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    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Patent Foramen Ovale Repair doctors in Washington, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

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    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Patent Foramen Ovale Repair doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Patent Foramen Ovale Repair doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Patent Foramen Ovale Repair doctor in Washington, US?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Patent Foramen Ovale Repair doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
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    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Patent Foramen Ovale Repair doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Patent Foramen Ovale Repair doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Patent Foramen Ovale Repair doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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