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William S. Getchell, MD, FACC

Patient Ratings

4.9 / 5 (Based on 436 Ratings)
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Specialties:

Cardiology

Call 425-899-0555

Insurance Accepted

Locations

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Gender:

Male

Languages:

English

Interpretation Services Available

Honors, Awards, etc.

2024 Seattle Magazine "Top Docs" | 2024 Seattle Met "Top Doctors"

Board Certification

Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease

Philosophy of Care

I believe that my role as a cardiologist is to understand and interpret the medical literature, applying evidence based consultation and treatment which is tailored to your individual needs and situation. I believe that my job is also to help you and your family navigate the increasingly complicated cardiac health care system.

Medical School

University of California San Diego School of Medicine | San Diego, CA

Residency

University of California San Francisco Hospital | San Francisco, CA

Fellowship

Oregon Health & Science University | Portland, OR

Reviews

5.0
September 22, 2024
Dr. Getchell has been taking care of my cardiac care for 24 yrs - am fortunate that he has stayed at Evergreen, makes everything much easier. He is an excellent doc, cares, listens and communicates effectively.
5.0
September 17, 2024
Dr Getchell is absolutely THE BEST you are treated as if you are the most important patient he has ever seen. Can't say enough good things about him.
5.0
September 01, 2024
Awesome Physician
5.0
August 22, 2024
Dr Getchell is warm, professional and provides clear information.
5.0
August 13, 2024
Good
5.0
July 23, 2024
He is the best!
5.0
July 10, 2024
Excellent
5.0
May 22, 2024
Dr. Getchell seems to have my best interest at heart!
5.0
May 18, 2024
Dr. Getchell treated me as a friend. He was kind, understanding and encouraging. This potentially scary experience was very uplifting.
5.0
May 18, 2024
I have recommended that family, friends, and colleagues contact the staff when the opportunity has arisen and will enthusiastically continue to do so.
4.87
April 27, 2024
Good
5.0
April 25, 2024
Dr Getchell is great.
5.0
April 12, 2024
Dr. Getchel is very warm and personable.easy to talk to. He is very clear with his care directions.
5.0
April 05, 2024
I would rate Dr Getchell 6 out of 5.
5.0
March 21, 2024
The team is fantastic!
5.0
March 20, 2024
An excellent provider.
4.94
March 19, 2024
Dr. Getchell is an excellent cardiologist, have been his patient for many yrs.
5.0
March 08, 2024
Can't say enough good things about DrGetchell
4.94
February 25, 2024
Good
5.0
February 22, 2024
Dr Getchel is great, not just a treating doctor but like a friend
5.0
February 22, 2024
I have great trust in Dr. Getchell. He is an amazing cardiologist and he explains what needs to be done when a problem arrises and follows through with care. Staff is knowledgeable and caring, also.
5.0
February 21, 2024
Dr. Always respects my questions & concerns.
5.0
February 15, 2024
I love seeing him
5.0
February 13, 2024
I would rate him excellent in all of these categories, were that an option.
5.0
January 27, 2024
Dr Riedo is the best in the business! He takes time, he cares, he's smart and he explains your issue and remedy completely!
5.0
January 20, 2024
Dr. Always explains procedures & what he thinks!
3.46
December 28, 2023
Way too rushed. Did not discuss results of blood test at all.
5.0
December 22, 2023
I have seen Dr.Getchell for years!! I still drive up from Bonney Lake to see him. He has been instrumental in managing my diagnosis. He has been so reassuring, and has walked me through this at every office visit. I can't tell you how much he has meant to me In seeking cardiac care.
5.0
December 07, 2023
Dr Getchell is so kind, knowledgeable & through. He's awesome!
5.0
December 05, 2023
Blessed to have him as my cardiologist.
4.94
November 01, 2023
Getchell is always good.
5.0
November 01, 2023
Dr. Getchell is amazing. I trust him with my life. He is highly skilled, very thoughtful and you can almost hear him thinking through problems and conditions. He is reassuring. I come away from my visit feeling like I'm 29 again!
5.0
October 27, 2023
Dr. Getchell has cared for my condition for years and is as engaged in solving my heart issues today as the day we first met.
5.0
October 26, 2023
*Dr. Getchell is the best doctor I've ever had! He is so knowledgeable, kind, interested in his patients. He gave me my life back when he cured my AFIB - I do amazing thing because of his expertise & care!
5.0
October 18, 2023
Superb
5.0
October 17, 2023
Dr. Getchell and his staff are the best!
5.0
October 10, 2023
I have a satisfying years long relationship with *Dr. Getchell.
5.0
October 05, 2023
I've seen *Getchell for years and now drive over 200 miles for the visit. That speaks volumes.
4.52
October 04, 2023
I did not quite get all of my issues addressed as the provider was rushed trying to stay on schedule.
5.0
October 02, 2023
I would rate them all excellent!
5.0
September 28, 2023
When my daughter accompanied me on my previous appt. Dr Getchell showed exceptional patience and skill in allaying her fears that my heart condition would be badly affected by my proposed travel plans.
5.0
September 27, 2023
*Dr. Getchell is the best... he listens carefully and treats you as if you were the most important patient in the world. Just love the guy... I feel SO lucky to have found him!
3.0
September 20, 2023
Dr is friendly but too busy
5.0
August 17, 2023
Family doctor for 30+ years.
5.0
July 28, 2023
*Dr. Getchell is an excellent specialist - knows his field of work - listens well, good at explaining. I very much appreciate & trust him.
5.0
July 25, 2023
Dr Getchell is the best!
4.93
July 22, 2023
Dr Getchel is thoughtful & explains things well.
5.0
July 20, 2023
Dr Getchell is amazing!!
5.0
July 15, 2023
Always takes all the time you need for questions and concerns.
5.0
July 13, 2023
Always so good. Am 6'5" tall could use longer beds!!
5.0
July 10, 2023
I have nothing but high marks for *Dr. Getchell.
5.0
June 30, 2023
Already answered!
5.0
June 26, 2023
He is the best kind of doc!
5.0
June 23, 2023
My experiences and quality of care with Dr Getchell have always been good.
5.0
June 20, 2023
Dr. Getchell is exceptional
5.0
June 17, 2023
I love to refer people to DrGetchell but are concerned he will get more overworked
5.0
May 27, 2023
I find Dr. Getchell to be an excellent care provider and human being. I am grateful to have him as my MD.
5.0
May 25, 2023
*Bill Getchell is like family to me! I'm grateful for him.