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Dr. Elina Minami, MD

Dr. Elina Minami, MD

Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Elina Minami, MD is an advanced heart failure & transplant cardiologist in Seattle, WA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1995. She is affiliated with UW Medical Center-Montlake. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 5 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Locations

Heart Institute at UW Medical Center – Montlake

Heart Institute at UW Medical Center – Montlake1959 NE Pacific St Seattle, WA 98195
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(206) 829-4211

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Minami specializes in the areas of Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology & Cardiovascular Disease. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Minami's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Minami

5.0

10 ratings, 6 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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John – May 30, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Melony Newman – Jan 10, 2024
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What went well
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What could be improved
No results
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Dr. Ed Holmes – Jan 03, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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James Paterno – Feb 07, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mary Michel – Oct 14, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 29, 2020
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About Me

biography

Elina Minami, M.D., is a board certified physician at the Cardiology Clinic at UW Medical Center and a UW associate professor of Medicine and Cardiology.Dr. Minami is an expert in the management of advanced heart failure and cardiac transplantation....read more
  • Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology

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  • University Of Washington

    Fellowship Hospital, 2003
  • Oregon Health & Science University

    Residency Hospital, 1998
  • Oregon Health & Science University

    Internship Hospital, 1996
  • George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
Cardiovascular Disease
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UW Medical Center-Montlake

    1959 NE Pacific St
    Seattle, WA 98195
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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