Dr. William Getchell, MD
Cardiology ·
Male ·
Age 53
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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 # TAN-320
Kirkland, WA 98034
(425) 899-0555
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Top Care Areas
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Chest Pain
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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
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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
No sanctions history found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
0 Board Actions
No board actions found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
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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I saw him a week ago Thursday ,, He is the best , I would say he is the best .
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Jeramie in Woodinville – Feb 24, 2018
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I had a scan that showed potential blockage and was concerned since I am a runner/athletic. I wanted a cardiologist that could relate to me and was so lucky to find Dr. Getchel. No rushing; listens with empathy; carefully explains things. I did stress testing and at my followup he told me how he...Read More
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11Robert in Woodinville, WA – Nov 11, 2017
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Dr. Getchell is the best in his field. He has saved my life a couple of times already. I and my family are so thankful for him.
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John Selin in Bothell, WA – Feb 22, 2017
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Dr Getchell is the best! My husband needed an urgent pacemaker implanted. He diagnosed the problem immediately and saved my husband's life.
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5Peter Shea in Walnut Creek, CA – Jan 04, 2016