Mevan Wijetunga, MD
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NPI Number:
1457308645
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Primary Specialties:
Cardiology, Electrophysiology
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Languages Spoken:
English, Norwegian, Swedish, Sinhalese
About
Mevan Wijetunga, MD is a cardiologist at Altru Health System and specializes in cardiac electrophysiology or management of heart rhythm disorders. He performs procedures such as the implementation of cardiac monitors, pacemakers, and defibrillators, as well as catheter-based ablations of specific heart rhythm disorders. Outside of work, Dr. Wijetunga enjoys spending time with his family and friends, reading, listening to music, traveling, and exercise as often as he can. He is passionate about extending cardiac electrophysiology services to other places around the world, particularly for populations who cannot financially afford these services.
Professional Memberships
American College of Cardiology, Heart Rhythm Society, American Association of Physician Leadership, Chair of Cardiovascular Medicine, CentraCare, Physician leader of Cardiac Electrophysiology services, CentraCare
Philosophy of Medicine
"I consider the opportunity to take care of a fellow human being is an unparalleled honor and privilege. Often, I discuss my assessments on patients based upon what I would do if my family member would face a similar situation. Every day provides an opportunity to help and make a difference in the life of someone with what I love doing."
Locations
Altru 1300 Columbia
Awards
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Honors in Human Physiology
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Merit-Based Scholarships
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American College of Physicians Research Award
Education
- Medical School
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Uppsala University School of Medicine
Uppsala, SWE
- Internship
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Internal Medicine, University of Hawaii
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Internal Medicine Residency Program
Honolulu, HI
- Residency
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University of Hawaii Internal Medicine Residency Program
Honolulu, HI
- Fellowship
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Cardiovascular Medicine and Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, Georgetown University
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Washington Hospital Center, Washington DC
- Board Certification
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Board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Medicine and Cardiac Electrophysiology
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American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM), Diplomate
Medical Interests
Special Clinical Interests:
- Implementation of cardiac monitors, pacemakers, and defibrillators
- Catheter-based ablations of specific heart rhythm disorders