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Dr. Jennifer Mary Plymale, MD is a general practitioner in Spokane, WA specializing in general practice and pediatric cardiology. She graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine. Dr. Jennifer Mary Plymale, MD is affiliated with Kootenai Health, PROVIDENCE HEALTH AND SERVICES WASHINGTON and Providence Center for Congenital Heart Disease.
101 West 8th Avenue Suite 4300E
Spokane, WA 99204
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. Jennifer Mary Plymale, MD graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine. She completed residency at University of California, Davis Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatric Cardiology and has a state license in Wisconsin.
Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine
Residency: University of California, Davis Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatric Cardiology
Licensed In: Wisconsin
Dr. Jennifer Mary Plymale, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Jennifer Mary Plymale, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Humana PPO, Aetna PPO, Cigna PPO, Health Smart PPO, Wellcare Medicare Advantage-HMO, Asuris Northwest Health TRIWEST, United Healthcare, Aetna, Pacific Medical Center TRICARE, Regence Blue Shield Of Idaho PPO, United Behavioral Health Medicaid* * Medicaid product only for Idaho, Humana, United Behavioral Health PPO, Providence Health Plan, Humana HMO, First Health-Coventry PPO, Wellpoint Medicare Advantage, Kaiser, Molina Medicaid, Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO/PPO, State Of Washington Department Of Corrections, Asuris Northwest Health PPO, Naphcare, Pacific Source Health PPO, Regence BlueShield Of Washington PPO, Premera, Ferry County Jail, Blue Cross Of Idaho Health Service PPO, Evernorth PPO, First Choice PPO, Stevens County Sheriff'S Office and Interwest Health PPO.
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Dr. Jennifer Mary Plymale, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.89 out of 5 stars based on 9 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Jennifer Mary Plymale, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Spokane, WA.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Jennifer Mary Plymale, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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Dr. Jennifer Plymale is a general practice and pediatric cardiology specialist in Spokane, WA. She has a special interest in heart problems. The average patient rating for Dr. Plymale is 5.0 stars (out of 5). She accepts Blue California, HealthSmart, and Coventry, in addition to other insurance carriers. Her education and training includes medical school at the University of Washington School of Medicine and residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of California, Davis. She is professionally affiliated with Kootenai Health. According to Doctor.com, Dr. Plymale is currently accepting new patients at her office in Spokane, WA.
