August 2021
Top Doctors 2015: Genetics
Ian A. Glass, M.D., neurogenetics, Joubert syndrome and other ciliopathies, skeletal dysplasia; Seattle Children’s Hospital, 4800 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, 206.987.2000; Seattle Children’s; University of Otago, New Zealand, 1991 Fuki Marie Hisama, M.D., neurogenetics, cancer genetics, cardiovascular genetics; UW Genetic Medicine Clinic, 1959 NE Pacific St., Seattle, 206.598.4030; SCCA Cancer Genetics Clinic, 1354 Aloha…
Top Docs 2015: Gastroenterology
These doctors diagnose and treat disorders of the stomach, intestines, bowels and other organs, such as the liver, gallbladder and pancreas, as well as the esophagus Joo Ha Hwang, M.D., section chief, Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine; early detection of gastrointestinal malignancies, advanced endoscopic procedures, endoscopic therapy to treat early esophageal and gastric cancer; Harborview Medical Center,…
Top Docs 2015: Fertility
Amy Criniti, M.D., infertility testing and treatment, reproductive endocrinology, assisted reproductive technologies/IVF; Seattle Reproductive Medicine, 3055 112th Ave. NE, Suite 201, Bellevue and 12333 NE 130th Lane, Suite 220, Kirkland, 206.301.5000; Northwest Hospital & Medical Center, EvergreenHealth Medical Center; Indiana University, 1999 Paul S. Dudley, M.D., reproductive surgery, infertility, reproductive genetics; Seattle Reproductive Medicine, 1505…
Top Doctors 2015: Family Medicine
Matthew Bressie, M.D., newborn care, preventive medicine, office surgery; Pacific Medical Centers, Northgate, 10416 Fifth Ave. NE, Seattle, 206.517.6700; PacMed, Northwest Hospital & Medical Center; University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, 1999 Alexandre DeMoraes, M.D., preventative medicine, men’s and women’s health, adult and geriatric medicine; Overlake Medical Clinics Downtown Bellevue, 400 108th Ave. NE, 425.635.6350; Overlake…
Top Doctors 2015: Endocrinology/Metabolism
These specialists are concerned with the thyroid, pituitary and adrenal glands, among others, as well as nutritional disorders, sexual disorders and problems such as diabetes and hypertension. Endocrinologists are also internal medicine specialists Molly J. Carlson,** M.D., diabetes, thyroid disease, pituitary, adrenal and ovarian disorders; The Polyclinic, Madison Center, 904 Seventh Ave., Seattle, 206.860.4790; Polyclinic…
Top Doctors 2015: Emergency Medicine
Yancy Marc Bellis,* M.D., Overlake Emergency Department, 1035 116th Ave. NE, Bellevue; Overlake Hospital Medical Center; University of New Mexico, 1998 Cameron Buck,‡ M.D., Valley Medical Center, Department of Emergency Services, 400 S 43rd St., Renton, 425.228.3450; Valley Medical Center; Vanderbilt University, 1995 Karl H. Kaufmann,‡ M.D., Valley Medical Center, Department of Emergency Services, 400…
Top Doctors 2015: Developmental Pediatrics
These pediatricians focus on the treatment of development disabilities such as spina bifida, cerebral palsy, mental retardation, visual and hearing impairments, autism spectrum disorders, attention and behavioral disorders, learning and habit disorders and more Tim J. Brei, M.D., spina bifida, cerebral palsy, complex disabilities; Seattle Children’s Hospital, 4800 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, 206.987.2000; Seattle…
Top Doctors 2015: Dermatology
Kim Gittere Abson,* M.D., skin cancer, pediatric dermatology; The Polyclinic, Madison Center, 904 Seventh Ave., Seattle, 206.860.2387; Swedish Medical Center; University of Washington, 1986 Marc Antezana, M.D., eczema, psoriasis, skin cancer; The Polyclinic, Madison Center, 904 Seventh Ave., Seattle, 206.860.2387; Swedish Medical Center; University of Washington, 1999 Carmen Berger, M.D., general medical dermatology with an…
Top Doctors 2015: Critical Care Medicine
These physicians provide intensive care to critically ill patients in emergency and special-care units. All types of doctors and surgeons can work in this specialty depending on the critical condition J. Randall Curtis, M.D., MPH, chronic lung disease, palliative care; Chest Clinic at Harborview Medical Center, Maleng Building, 325 Ninth Ave., seventh floor, Seattle, 206.744.3123;…
Top Doctors 2015: Craniofacial medicine
These plastic surgeons focus on the reconstructive treatment of disorders of the face and cranial areas, including congenital defects and acquired conditions Michael L. Cunningham, M.D., Ph.D., division chief, Craniofacial Medicine; craniosynostosis, cleft lip and palate; Seattle Children’s Hospital, 4800 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, 206.987.2000; Seattle Children’s; University of Vermont, 1988 Kelly N. Evans,…
Top Doctors 2015: Colon and Rectal Surgery
Oliver Biggers, M.D., colon cancer treatment, anorectal surgery, diverticular and inflammatory bowel disease; Proliance Surgical Specialists at Overlake, 1135 116th Ave. NE, Suite 550, Bellevue, 425.688.1916; Overlake Hospital Medical Center, EvergreenHealth Medical Center, Swedish Medical Center; Meharry Medical College, 1975 Alessandro Fichera, M.D., chief, gastrointestinal surgery section; colorectal cancer care, colorectal care; General Surgery Clinic…
Top Doctors 2015: Bariatric Medicine and Surgery
Surgeons, gastroenterologists, psychiatrists and nutritionists work in weight-loss medicine, which includes supervised diet and nutrition, exercise and lifestyle changes, medications and surgery to help patients achieve a healthy weight Jeffrey Hunter, M.D., laparoscopic, general surgery, surgery for obesity; Virginia Mason Federal Way Medical Center, 33501 First Way S., 253.874.1604; Virginia Mason Medical Center; University of…