Cardiology

Elina Minami, MD

Clinical Professor of Medicine and Cardiology

Dr. Elina Minami, MD, is a board-certified cardiologist specializing in advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology, with additional expertise in cardio-oncology and adult congenital heart disease. She primarily treats patients with advanced heart failure, including those with cardiomyopathy, congestive heart failure, ventricular tachycardia, and pulmonary hypertension, as well as individuals requiring cardiac transplantation. Her practice serves adult populations, particularly those with r

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Cardiovascular Disease (ABIM)
Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology (ABIM)

Education & Training

Medical School: George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences (MD, 1995)
Internship: Oregon Health & Science University (Internal Medicine, 1996)
Residency: Oregon Health & Science University (Internal Medicine, 1999)
Fellowship: University of Washington (Cardiology, 2003)

Years in Practice

30+ years

Peer Recognition

Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant

Conditions & Treatments

Cardiac TransplantationAdvanced Heart FailureHeart Failure

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

University of Washington Medical Center
UW Medical Center-Montlake

Languages

English, Japanese

Conditions Dr. Minami treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Minami accept Aetna insurance?

Elina Minami's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 5 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Minami practice?

Elina Minami practices in Seattle, WA with hospital affiliations including University of Washington Medical Center and UW Medical Center-Montlake.

What does Dr. Minami specialize in?

Elina Minami is a board-certified cardiology specialist with focus areas in Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant.

How long has Dr. Minami been practicing?

Elina Minami has 31+ years of clinical experience in cardiology.

What is Dr. Minami's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences (MD, 1995); Internship: Oregon Health & Science University (Internal Medicine, 1996); Residency: Oregon Health & Science University (Internal Medicine, 1999).