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Dr. Delphine Yung, MD is a pediatric cardiologist in Seattle, WA specializing in pediatric cardiology. She graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine in 1997 and has 28 years of experience. Dr. Delphine Yung, MD is affiliated with Seattle Children's and THE ASSOCIATION OF CHRMC AND UNIVERSITY PHYSICIANS.
4800 Sand Point Way Ne Rc.2. 820
Seattle, WA 98105
Heart Problems
The heart is one of the most important organs in the body. This smooth muscle expands and contracts rhythmically an entire lifetime, pumping blood to the lungs and then to every other cell in the body. When heart problems occur, it becomes difficult for the body to get the nutrients and oxygen it needs via the blood. So while there are a variety of illnesses and disorders that affect the heart, most of them cause weakness, exhaustion and shortness of breath. The most common heart conditions include heart disease, angina, arrhythmia, and valve disorders.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. This includes coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease. Some conditions, such as genetics, cannot be controlled. But there are many other things one can do to lower their risk for heart disease. Controlling high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reducing or stopping smoking, exercising more and losing weight if needed, and eating a diet low in sodium can all protect the heart.
Angina is a squeezing type of chest pain that happens when the muscles around the heart don't get enough oxygen. It can be regular or infrequent. Usually, angina is caused by coronary heart disease. However, not all chest pain is angina. Chest pain can also be caused by a lung infection or panic attack, for example, so it is important to have any sudden pain checked.
Arrhythmia is the word for when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly with skipped beats. It can feel frightening, and depending on the type it can be dangerous, but in most cases arrhythmia is not serious and can be treated. It is very common, especially in older adults.
Heart valve problems can happen in any one of the the heart's four valves that keep blood flowing where it needs to go. Babies can be born with problems in their heart valves, or valves can be damaged by infections. The valves can stiffen and become less mobile, or they can stop closing properly and 'leak' when the heart beats. Valve problems can usually be repaired surgically.
Dr. Delphine Yung, MD graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine in 1997. She completed residency at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital. She is certified by the Board Certification: Pediatric Cardiology and has a state license in Washington.
Medical School: Stanford University School of Medicine (1997)
Residency: Lucile Packard Children's Hospital
Board Certification: Board Certification: Pediatric Cardiology
Licensed In: Washington
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Delphine Yung, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Janssen Research & Development, LLC |
$10,849
$10,849 |
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Eli Lilly and Company |
$2,948
CIALIS $2,948 |
Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc. |
$35
TRACLEER BOSENTAN $35 |
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC |
$5
$5 |
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program | $10,849 |
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Consulting Fee | $1,938 |
Travel and Lodging | $845 |
Food and Beverage | $205 |
Dr. Delphine Yung, MD has received 25 research payments totaling $183,703.
Dr. Delphine Yung is a specialist in pediatric cardiology. Dr. Yung's clinical interests include heart problems and pulmonary hypertension. She is affiliated with Seattle Children's. Before completing her residency at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital and Children's Hospital Boston, Dr. Yung attended medical school at Stanford University School of Medicine.