Summary

Dr. Pete Fong is a cardiovascular disease specialist with 28 years of experience treating heart conditions. He earned his medical degree from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his internal medicine residency at University of Washington Medical Center. Dr. Fong furthered his training with cardiovascular disease fellowships at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. He holds board certifications in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Fong practices at Williamson Medical Center and sees patients in Shelbyville, Tennessee. His expertise includes treating coronary artery disease and heart problems that specifically affect women. He also addresses myocardial ischemia, a condition where the heart muscle doesn't receive enough blood flow. Dr. Fong offers cardiac rehabilitation services and therapeutic exercises to help patients strengthen their hearts after cardiac events. Patients rate him highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.9 out of 5.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 28 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center
  • 14 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Vanderbilt Heart and Vascular Shelbyville

2839 Highway 231 N Ste 100Shelbyville, TN 37160

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Pete Pitaya Fong, MDDr. Brian Keith JeffersonDr. Mircea Marcel Basaraba, MDDr. Janice Marie Vinson, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseInterventional CardiologyCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
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4.9 
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28 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Arabic
Shelbyville , TNNashville , TNWinchester , TNColumbia , TN
Med School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine Med School: Universitatea De Medicina Si Farmacie Iuliu Hatieganu Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Pete Pitaya Fong

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Pete Pitaya Fong has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Pete Pitaya Fong has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

Pete Pitaya Fong holds an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine, board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine in 2005, board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine in 2004, and board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine in 2001.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in 2005 and Vanderbilt University Medical Center in 2004.

Residency

Completed their residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine, University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals in 2001, and University of Washington Medical Center in 1999.

Medical School

Graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 1998.

NPI Number

Pete Pitaya Fong's NPI number is 1912060906.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Pete Fong accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Pete Fong has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Pete Fong's office located?
Pete Fong's office is located at 2839 Highway 231 N Ste 100, Shelbyville, TN, 37160.
Which hospitals is Pete Fong affiliated with?
Pete Fong is affiliated with Williamson Medical Center.
Does Pete Fong accept my insurance?
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Is Pete Fong accepting new patients?
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