5466 Results forInternal Medicine Doctors in Washington

Care Philosophy: Brian Bechtold, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician who provides comprehensive primary care for adults. Dr. Bechtold is a firm believer that effective care requires active participation from patients and thoughtful, attentive care from the physician. He feels he is as much a teacher as a healer. To be effective, he must listen to patients and understand that every unique problem requires a unique solution that takes into account the whole person.

Care Philosophy: Robert Ory, MD, is an internal medicine physician who cares for patients of all ages. Dr. Ory takes the time to understand each patient’s needs, providing regular preventive care along with assessment and evaluation of complex diagnostic issues and chronic illnesses. He serves as a strong advocate for his patients, and partners with them to achieve and maintain healthy lifestyles.

Biography: <p>Christine Macatuno, MD, provides high quality, compassionate care to adults, with special medical interest in geriatrics and experience in treating patients with complex medical conditions.<br></p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Macatuno emphasizes preventive care and encourages open communication, cooperation and respect. While she serves as a strong advocate for her patients, she also believes each patient plays a starring role in their own well-being.</p>

Biography: <p><span style=``font-size: inherit;``>Krista Van Dam, PA-C, specializes in sleep apnea and primary care.</span></p>

Biography: <p>Irina Triska, MD, specializes in primary care for adults. She treats minor illnesses and injuries, manages chronic conditions, and provides preventive care such as annual screenings and vaccinations. An important part of her job is to coordinate her patient's care as they interact with other specialists, ensuring a seamless experience.</p><p>Dr. Triska considers each patient's views on their care, assisting them to make lifestyle modifications and find ways achieve their health care goals within the parameters the patient has defined. She feels that when you put patients first, you can’t go wrong.</p>

Biography: <p>Kaitlin Lassen, PA-C, specializes in primary care and geriatric medicine. Kaitlin enjoys developing personal, trusted relationships with her patients, which she believes leads to the best health outcomes.</p>_x000D_ <p>Kaitlin is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants. A recipient of the Sara Somers Rupert Humanitarian Award while attending the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, she exemplifies the philosophy of health care service and compassion above self.</p>

Care Philosophy: 'The most enjoyable part of my job is my interaction with patients. I find that working together to overcome obstacles and helping my patients stay healthy is very rewarding.'

Care Philosophy: Travis Gerrard, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician offering primary care for adults, with special medical interest in digital health and informatics.Away from work, Dr. Gerrard enjoys computer programming, informatics, bike commuting, vegan cooking and hiking.

Biography: <p>Steven Hayashi, MD is a board-certified internal medicine physician offering primary care for adults. He enjoys getting to know each patient over time and accompanying them on their health care journey. As his patient's coach, the more he understands what motivates them, the more likely he is to be able to make recommendations that they will follow. He understands that the health care system can be intimidating for patients and works to provide navigational guidance.</p><p>Dr. Hayashi is a member of the American College of Physicians. He was voted one of Seattle's Top Doctors by both <i>Seattle Metropolitan</i> and <i>Seattle</i> magazines.</p><p>Away from work, Dr. Hayashi enjoys outdoor activities with his wife and son, including kayaking, boating, hiking and camping.</p>

Care Philosophy: Zachary Kane, DO, is a board-certified internal medicine physician who provides comprehensive care for adults, including addressing the physical, emotional and social aspects of their well-being. Dr. Kane enjoys helping to improve the health of his patients and the greater Poulsbo community in which he grew up. He looks forward to building trusted relationships and caring for his patients for years. Dr. Kane is a member of the American College of Physicians. Outside of work, Dr. Kane enjoys reading and spending time with his wife and three kids.

Biography: <p>Robin Atkinson, DO, is a board-certified internal medicine physician who offers primary care for adults, with a particular interest in medical care for the elderly population. She enjoys working with her patients on preventive health care strategies, and holds special medical interest in cardiovascular disease, diabetes, geriatrics and palliative care.</p><p>Dr. Atkinson feels communication is the cornerstone of care. She takes the time to establish a relationship with each patient, placing them at the center of the conversation while working to understand their concerns and needs.</p><p>Dr. Atkinson is a member of the American College of Physicians, American Osteopathic Association and Washington State Osteopathic Association.</p><p>Away from work, she enjoys soccer, horseback riding, motorcycling, gardening, theater and spending time with her family.</p>

Biography: <p>Ellen Frechette, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician offering primary care for adults. Dr. Frechette welcomes the opportunity to engage with her patients and get to know them on a personal level. Her goal is to develop a relationship of trust with each patient as quickly as she can, so they know they can come to her with their questions and concerns. Arriving at a diagnosis, implementing treatment and impacting a patient’s life in a positive way is a primary source of satisfaction for her.</p><p>Dr. Frechette is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians.</p><p>Away form work, Dr. Frechette enjoys spending time with her two girls and husband. Together, they enjoy the outdoors and horseback riding.</p>

Biography: <p>Michael Soung, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician specializing in all aspects of primary and preventive care for adults, with a special interest in patient education. Dr. Soung takes the whole person into consideration when working to improve their health. He sees himself as a guide, assisting his patients to navigate through their health difficulties and develop a plan of care. He considers it an honor and privilege to have patients share their concerns with him and to earn their trust.</p> _x000D_ <p>In addition to seeing patients, Dr. Soung teaches resident physicians through the Virginia Medicine Residency Program. Dr. Soung is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians.</p> _x000D_ <p>When not busy practicing medicine, Dr. Soung enjoys running, playing tennis and spending time with his family.</p>

Biography: <p>Mathini Mohanachandran, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician with special medical interest in preventive medicine and diabetes management.<br></p>

Biography: <p>Amy Thomson, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician who offers primary care for adults. Dr. Thompson enjoys getting to know her patients, listening to their stories, witnessing their joy and perseverance, and assisting them to meet their health care goals. She finds this both inspiring and humbling.</p><p>Dr. Thomson believes in a team approach to coordinated care, which involves leveraging teach person's unique abilities to give patients a seamless approach to their care.</p><p>Away from work, she enjoys getting lost in a good book, playing volleyball, running and trying her hand at cooking.</p>

Biography: <p>Twiggy Lee, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician. Dr. Lee has special interests in adolescent care, elderly care, preventive medicine and LGBTQ care.</p>_x000D_ <p>Dr. Lee strives to give her patients interrupted time to tell her what is concerning them. She considers herself a force of reason, laying out what might not be apparent to a patient and helping them understand without relying on medical jargon and statistics. She is both humbled and overjoyed to be able to care for patients and help them achieve optimal health and wellness.</p>_x000D_ <p>Away from work, Dr. Lee enjoys gardening, reading, antiquing and raising backyard chickens.</p>

Biography: <p>Anne Tuttle, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician who offers primary care for adults, with a special interest in women’s health care. She treats the classic health problems that affect adults, from diabetes and cholesterol management to hypertension and menopause care.</p>_x000D_ <p>Dr. Tuttle enjoys developing relationships with her patients over time. Recognizing that the list of aches and pains that a patient presents with may be masking an underlying concern, Dr. Tuttle strives to listen carefully and to read between the lines. She finds it very satisfying when she can help her patients reach good endpoints.</p>_x000D_ <p>Away from work, she enjoys reading, hiking, exploring the outdoors and learning to play the guitar.</p>

Care Philosophy: “I chose primary care as my field because I enjoy getting to know my patients and working with them as team to take care of their health care needs.”

Biography: <p><span style=``font-size: inherit;``>Michael Oliver Roxas, MD, is an internal medicine physician who offers comprehensive primary care for adults, with special medical interest in gastroenterology and endocrinology.</span><br></p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Roxas believes medical care should always be patient-centered. As such, he ``thinks like a patient, acts like a doctor.`` His role is to coach and motivate, helping patients make the right decisions for themselves. He serves not only as a patient's physician, but also their partner in health.</p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Roxas is a member of the American College of Physicians and American Medical Association.</p>

Biography: <p>John Peng, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician who offers primary care for adults. His special medical interests include adolescence medicine, alternative and complementary medicine, health education, dermatology and diabetes.</p><p>Dr. Peng enjoys talking with his patients and getting to know them as individuals. He strives to be a kind, compassionate, non-judgmental provider who listens to his patients concerns and is respectful of their time and culture. He feels honored to be involved in their care and serves them in the role of a consultant; providing options and assisting his patients to make informed choices.</p><p>Dr. Peng is a member of the American College of Physicians, American Medical Association, American Society of Internal Medicine and Washington State Medical Association.</p><p>Away from work, he enjoys spending time with his family and runs a martial arts dojo practicing Aikido.</p>

Care Philosophy: Everyone is entitled to the best healthcare available. Furthermore each patient should be approached on an individual basis. Listening to my patients is the most important thing I do as I strive to provide the best individualized care I can for each patient.

Biography: <p>Monica Waldie, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician specializing in primary care for adults. Dr. Waldie enjoys taking care of the whole person, building relationships over time and working in partnership with her patients to find solutions to their health concerns. She especially enjoys treating depression, anxiety and mood disorders, and understands how important it is for her patients to feel they have been heard.</p>_x000D_ <p>Away from work, Dr. Waldie enjoys skiing, singing and spending time with family.<br></p>

Biography: <p>Jason Norsen, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician who specializes in primary care for adults, including travel health. His special medical interests include preventive health care, heart disease, vascular disease, stroke and rheumatology.</p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Norsen enjoys making personal connections with his patients and getting to know them beyond their health concerns. He focuses on prevention and sees himself as the first line of defense against disease.</p> _x000D_ <p>Away from work, he serves as a team physician with the Seattle Sounders. In addition to soccer, he enjoys woodworking and ultimate frisbee.</p>

Biography: <p>John Tran, MD, is an internal medicine physician who cares for patients age 18 and older. Dr. Tran considers his patients an extension of his family. He looks forward to developing long-lasting doctor-patient relationships built on respect and trust. He strives to be a reliable source for medical knowledge and to guide his patients through their medical challenges. His goal is to not only know each patient's medical issues but also who they are as an individual.</p>_x000D_ <p>Dr. Tran is a member of the American College of Physicians.</p>_x000D_ <p>Away from work, he enjoys hiking, fishing, boating and dogs.</p>

Care Philosophy: Alain Lambert, MD, is a board-certified internist who provides comprehensive care for a variety of conditions. Dr. Lambert believes in the importance of preventive care to help avoid health complications. He is committed to delivering personalized care and being available to all his patients. Dr. Lambert is dedicated to continually learning and understanding both the science and the art of medicine. He specializes in all aspects of adult medicine, including diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension.

Biography: <p>Francisco Beltran, MD, is a board-certified internist who offers patient-centered primary care for adults 65 years and older. His goal is to establish a trusting relationship with his patients and empower them to make informed health care decisions.</p> _x000D_ <p>Away from work, he enjoys travel, cooking, hiking and spending time with his family.</p>

Biography: <p>Lauren Crowley, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician with expertise in preventive care and managing chronic medical conditions. </p><div>Lauren Crowley, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician offering primary care for adults, with particular emphasis on preventive care and the management of chronic medical conditions. A calm presence, Dr. Crowley enjoys connecting with patients, building trusted relationships, and ensuring patients feel heard and well cared for. In fact, she considers the art of medicine to be the ability to listen to patients and understand their unique stories.<br><br>Dr. Crowley strives to involve her patients in their own care through a process of open negotiation. Fluent in Spanish, she enjoys working with Spanish-speaking patients.<br><br>Away from work, Dr. Crowley enjoys cooking, walking her Australian Shepard, reading novels with her book club, and watching her two children play club soccer.<br></div><br><p>Dr. Crowley is fluent in Spanish and enjoys working with Spanish-speaking patients.</p>

Biography: <p style=``font-size: 13px;``><span style=``font-size: inherit;``>Kam Vaziri, MD, is&nbsp;a board-certified internal medicine physician offering patient-centered primary care for adults.</span><br></p> _x000D_ <p><span style=``font-size: inherit;``>Dr. Vaziri believes all patients deserve to be treated as he would treat a family member, with respect and a high quality of care. His practice is based heavily on the four pillars of bioethics: autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence and justice. He is particularly interested in providing care to underserved communities.</span></p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Vaziri is a member of the American College of Physicians.</p> _x000D_ <p>Outside of work, he enjoys tennis, soccer and backpacking globally.</p>

Biography: <p>Delia Viisoreanu, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician who offers primary care for adults. She holds special medical interest in women's health, diabetes and allergy care.&nbsp;</p><p>Dr. Viisoreanu treats patients as a whole, looking at the entire person and building a relationship over time. She strives to listen to patients and address their concerns through a coordinated, team approach to care.</p><p>Dr. Viisoreanu is a member of the American College of Physicians and American Medical Association.</p>

Biography: <p>Lance Larson, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician who specializes in primary care for adults, with an emphasis on preventive medicine.</p>_x000D_ <p>Dr. Larson approaches patient care with empathy and understanding. He acknowledges the importance of letting patients fully express their concerns, and becoming a friend and partner in their health care journey.</p>_x000D_ <p>Dr. Larson was born and raised in Bellevue, and has gone on to raise two children here. Along with his active family, he enjoys water and snow sports and is an avid Seahawks fan, having been a season ticket holder since they began in 1976.</p>

Biography: <p>Adrienne Lopata, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician and a fellow of the American College of Physicians. Her focus is in primary care, with a special medical interest in working with older patients to enhance and maintain independence and quality of life.</p><p>As an internist, Dr. Lopata is trained to prevent, diagnose and treat chronic disease. She partners with her patients to manage a range of chronic conditions, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, thyroid disease, kidney disease and more. She collaborates with specialists when necessary to deliver the highest-quality medical care to her patients.</p><p>When she is not working, Dr. Lopata enjoys running, traveling, and playing with her dogs.</p>

Care Philosophy: 'I think preventive care is one of the most important aspects of medicine. I encourage patients to take charge and participate in their health care.'

Biography: <p>Jimy Gillette, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician offering primary care for adults.<br></p>

Biography: <p>Joy Bucher, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician offering primary care for adults, with special medical interest in heart disease and diabetes. Dr. Bucher strives to spend quality time with her patients, getting to know them and ensuring optimal care decisions are made. She also maintains ongoing communication with the specialists involved in her patients' care.</p><p>As part of her primary care work, Dr. Bucher teaches medical students and residents, which keeps her up-to-date on the latest evidence-based medicine and always learning.</p><p>Dr. Bucher is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians.</p><p>Away from work, Dr. Bucher enjoys bicycling, running, and family time with her husband and daughters.</p>

Care Philosophy: 'I like all aspects of internal medicine, but have a particular interest in cardiology.'

Care Philosophy: John Smoots, MD, provides complete care for adults. He is here to treat you when you are ill, and to help you achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle through ongoing preventive care and education. Dr. Smoots believes that the doctor and patient are a team, and that a commitment to patient education helps maximize the benefits of treatment.

Biography: <p>Richard Furlong, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician offering primary care for adults, with an emphasis on planned preventive care.</p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Furlong enjoys being in the privileged position as the steward of his patients' health and well-being. He finds the interaction with his patients to be special, often profoundly personal and highly gratifying.</p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Furlong is the section head medical director of the Virginia Mason Kirkland Medical Center, where he has practiced for over two decades. He also has been involved in delivering medical care at free clinics in indigent communities overseas.</p>

Biography: <p>Arunima Dutta, MD, is an internal medicine physician who offers primary care for adults, with special emphasis on the management of chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, COPD, cardiovascular and gastrointestinal diseases. She also has a strong interest in addiction medicine, in particular, nicotine use disorder and alcohol use disorder.</p> _x000D_ <p><span>Dr. Dutta believes that each person is unique with a distinct cultural background and values. By acknowledging individual differences and by offering holistic care, she aims to strengthen the physician-patient relationship and thus optimize patient care.</span></p> _x000D_ <p><span>Dr. Dutta is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. She is an active clinical researcher and has multiple publications in peer reviewed journals. She is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, American College of Physicians and American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases. Away from work, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, reading, painting and blogging.</span></p>

Care Philosophy: Joshua Branham, PA-C, AAHIVS, offers primary care for adults. Joshua tailors treatment to individual needs. He strategizes with patients, helps them to reduce risks, lifts them up with available resources and provides them with the education needed to make better health choices. Joshua hopes all his patients have a welcoming/affirming experience with shared decision-making and informed care. Joshua is a certified HIV specialist and manages his patients’ primary care and antiretroviral monitoring needs to reduce the need for separate specialists. He also provides gender-affirming care with hormone therapy replacement and assistance with navigating gender-affirming procedures. Other areas of expertise include PrEP/PEP, hepatitis B and C, and opioid use disorder treatments. Joshua is a member of the American Academy of Physician Associates, American Academy of HIV Medicine and GLMA. Away from work, Joshua enjoys hiking, camping, skiing, kayaking, karaoke and playing saxophone/harp.

Biography: <p>Luke Seaburg, MD, specializes in interventional pulmonology, which focuses on interventions to help people breath better, such as removing lung nodules and masses, and treating pleural effusions and lung cancer.</p><p>Dr. Seaburg enjoys getting to know his patients and hearing how their particular conditions have affected their lives. He finds it highly rewarding to be able to intervene medically and make a positive difference.</p><p>Away from work, Dr. Seaburg enjoys SCUBA diving, running and hiking.</p>

Biography: <p>Hana Ryan, ARNP, offers primary care for adults. She works in partnership with patients over a long period of time to manage chronic health conditions such a diabetes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and heart conditions, as well as treating patients with new, developing conditions such as respiratory infections.</p>_x000D_ <p>Hana enjoys forming productive, long-term partnerships with her patients and especially enjoys working with older people, as she has a specialty in geriatrics. She focuses on treating the whole person and not just the physical body. She also strives to ensure that her patients are directing their health care, which involves understanding what they hope to accomplish and what they need from her to achieve their health care goals.</p>_x000D_ <p>Away from work, she enjoys cooking, hiking and yoga.</p>

Biography: <p>Mar Marallag, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician who offers primary care for adults. She provides both preventive care and treatment for illness and injury.</p><p>Dr. Marallag strives to understand what is most important to each patient and to get to know them personally so that the treatment plan they develop together best fits with the patient's lifestyle and support system. She also takes a team-approach to care, obtaining input from other providers and specialists when needed to ensure her patients receive optimal care.</p><p>Away from work, Dr. Marallag enjoys travel, cooking and hiking.</p>

Care Philosophy: Lavanya Viswanathan, MD, is a board-certified endocrinologist with interests in diabetes; thyroid disease and cancer; adrenal and pituitary diseases; bone disorders including parathyroid disease, osteoporosis and hormone replacement therapy; and special interest in obesity medicine. She sees patients age 18 and older. Dr. Viswanathan is a member of the Endocrine Society, American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists and American Medical Association. Outside of work, she enjoys bicycling, hiking, reading and trying new recipes and cuisines. Every day, she tries to make at least one person happy.

Care Philosophy: Sofya Malashanka, MD, is Chief Resident for Internal Medicine at Virginia Mason Medical Center. Dr Malashanka is passionate about providing patient-centered, evidence-based primary care that is comprehensive and delivered with empathy. Away from work, Dr Malashanka enjoys watching TV, spending time with family and hanging out with her cat. She is slowly learning to crochet and knit.

Biography: <p>Christa Parish, ARNP, specializes in primary care for adults.</p><p>Away from work, Christa enjoys spending time with her family, including her daughters. She also enjoys traveling and outdoor activities including skiing, camping, hiking, running and swimming.</p>

Care Philosophy: Hannah Goettle, ARNP, specializes in adult primary and preventive care, with a focus on optimizing cardiovascular health and chronic disease management to prevent complications. Hannah enjoys getting to know her patients. Her goal is to provide empathetic and patient-centered care, partnering with each patient to optimize their overall health and well-being. Hannah is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and American College of Cardiology. She served as a critical care ICU nurse for approximately 10 years. Away from work, Hannah spends most of her time with her husband, son and two dogs. She enjoys hiking, biking and paddleboarding in the warmer months, and skiing in winter.

Biography: <p>Kavita Chawla, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician offering primary care for adults. Her special medical interests include diabetes and obesity management, cardiovascular disease prevention and treatment, women's health, preventive care and transgender care.</p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Chawla enjoys building long-term relationships with her patients and helping them achieve their health care goals through genuine, honest interaction.</p> _x000D_ <p>Dr. Chawla is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. She is a clinical instructor with the University of Washington School of Medicine and residency faculty with the Virginia Mason Internal Medicine Residency program.</p> _x000D_ <p>Away from work, Dr. Chawla enjoys spending time outdoors with her family and friends.</p>

Biography: <p>Jane Dunham, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician providing primary care for adults, which a focus on preventive care. Her favorite part of her work is the time she spends with her patients. She enjoys being able to contribute to her patients' education and understanding of their disease and to their feeling more empowered to take charge of their health. She also enjoys playing detective and problem-solving perplexing health issues. Dr. Dunham believes patients know their bodies best, which is why she makes a point to pay attention to what her patients are telling her.</p><p>Away from work, Dr. Dunham enjoys classical music studies, gardening, reading and physical fitness.</p>

Biography: <p>Joshua Lumsden, PA-C, specializes in internal medicine with special interest in anxiety treatment, men’s health, LGBT health and travel health.</p><p>Joshua feels it is vital to hear each patient’s story and from that develop a mutual understanding of what is going on so they can work together to create a treatment plan. Being present, listening actively and attending to the whole person is how he provides patient-centered care.</p><p>Away from work, Joshua enjoys weightlifting, opera, nutrition, cycling, developmental and mental health advocacy, books and travel.</p>