Summary

Dr. Frances Derook is a cardiovascular disease specialist who also practices hospice and palliative medicine. She earned her medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and completed her residency at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center. With 43 years of medical experience, Dr. Derook brings extensive knowledge to her dual specialties in heart care and comfort-focused medicine.

Dr. Derook practices at Peacehealth Saint Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham, Washington. Her expertise spans both the treatment of heart conditions and providing compassionate end-of-life care through her palliative medicine training. She maintains an exceptional patient rating of 5.0, reflecting the quality of care she provides to patients and families during both acute cardiovascular treatments and comfort care situations.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 43 years of experience
  • Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Peacehealth Saint Joseph Medical Center

2901 Squalicum PkwyBellingham, WA 98225

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Dr. Frances Anne Derook, MDDr. Harry Leon Greene, MDDr. Zona Ellen McKenzie, MDDr. Maria Mercedes Melendez, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseasePsychiatry
43 Years of Experience 57 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Bellingham , WASEATTLE , WAEastsound , WASedro Woolley , WA
Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: Case Western Reserve University Med School: University Of Toledo College Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Frances Anne Derook has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Frances Anne Derook has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Dr. Frances Anne Derook holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Oregon and Washington.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Oregon that expired in 2025 and an active medical license in the state of Washington that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine in 1987 and UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE in 1983.

NPI Number

Dr. Derook's NPI number is 1922098060.

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Dr. Frances Derook's office is located at 2901 Squalicum Pkwy, Bellingham, WA, 98225.
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Dr. Frances Derook is affiliated with Peacehealth Saint Joseph Medical Center.

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