Dr. William Getchell, MD is a cardiology specialist in Kirkland, WA and has been practicing for 27 years. He graduated from University of California at San Diego School of Medicine in 1991 and specializes in cardiology.
EvergreenHealth Heart and Vascular Care
12333 NE 130th Ln Ste 320
Kirkland, WA 98034
(425) 899-0555
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Top Care Areas
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Chest Pain
very high
more than 99% of peers
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
very high
more than 99% of peers
Heart Disease
very high
more than 99% of peers
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Care Philosophy
This content was provided by Dr. Getchell "I believe that my role as a cardiologist is to understand and interpret the medical literature, applying evidence based consultation and treatment which is tailored to each patient's individual needs and situation. I believe that my job is also to help patients and their families navigate the increasingly complicated cardiac health care system."
1 Specialties
- Cardiology
1 Board Certifications
- Cardiovascular DiseaseAccredited by: American Board of Internal Medicine*
43 Conditions Treated
- Aneurysm
- Aneurysm of Heart
- Angina and Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Aortic Stenosis
- Aortic Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Regurgitation
- Arrhythmias
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Flutter
- Benign Tumor
- Cardiomegaly
- Cardiomyopathy
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Chest Pain
- Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
- Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Congestive Heart Failure
- Coronary Artery Aneurysm
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Coronary Artery Dissection
- Endocarditis
- Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
- Heart Disease
- Heart Murmur
- Heart Palpitations
- Heart Tumors, Benign
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Heart Disease
- Limb Swelling
- Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
- Mitral Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Stenosis
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Pericardial Disease
- Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary Disease
- Pulmonary Edema
- Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
- Thrombosis
- Vascular Disease
Less
16 Procedures
- Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
- Cardiac Electrophysiology
- Cardiac Imaging
- Cardiac Myocardial Perfusion Imaging
- Cardiovascular Stress Test
- Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
- Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
- Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy and Stent
- Echocardiography
- Impella Device
- Insertion of Left Ventricular Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
- Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
- Peripheral Artery Catheterization
- Removal or Revision of Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
- Stress Echocardiogram
- Tilt Testing or Cardiac Event Monitors
Background Check
Malpractice Claims not available
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0 Sanctions
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0 Board Actions
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Education
- Stanford UniversityUndergraduate School | Graduated
- University of California at San Diego School of MedicineMedical School | Graduated 1991
- University of Californiat at San Francisco Medical CenterResidency Hospital | Completed
- Oregon Health Sciences UniversityFellowship Hospital | Completed
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications
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Languages Spoken
- English
Memberships & Professional Affiliations
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