The best possible medical care is provided when patients are educated about their ailments and become active participants in medical decision-making. Dr. Nyatsatsang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of COVID-19. His top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease, Strep Throat, and Osteomyelitis.

Mark Wurfel is a Cardiologist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Seattle,, Washington. Dr. Wurfel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of COVID-19. His top areas of expertise are Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), COVID-19, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Pneumonia.

Pavan Bhatraju is an Infectious Disease provider in Seattle,, Washington. Dr. Bhatraju is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of COVID-19. His top areas of expertise are COVID-19, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), and Cerebral Hypoxia.

Carmen Mikacenic, MD, is a board-certified pulmonologist who specializes in interstitial lung disease including pulmonary fibrosis, lung complications of autoimmune diseases, sarcoidosis and acute respiratory distress syndrome.In her approach to patients, Dr. Mikacenic believes the evaluation and plan of care should be tailored to each individual. She enjoys helping patients with complex lung problems develop a good understanding of their disease so they can make informed, personalized decisions about their care.Dr. Mikacenic is a clinical associate professor in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine at the University of Washington. She is a member of the American Thoracic Society and an associate member of Benaroya Research Institute. An expert in interstitial lung disease, Dr. Mikacenic recruits patients with these diseases for studies as part of her active research program at the institute.Away from work, Dr. Mikacenic enjoys soccer and baking. Dr. Mikacenic is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of COVID-19. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), COVID-19, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Pneumonia, and Endoscopy.

I believe in a collaborative practice utilizing evidenced-based treatments with incorporation of the patients values, and communication with the patients referring physicians. Dr. Treakle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of COVID-19. Her top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Mastoiditis, Cryptococcosis, and Osteomyelitis in Children.

Uma Malhotra, MD, has over 25 years of experience in clinical infectious diseases and also does translational research in the field, keeping herself at the cutting-edge of new therapies. She specializes in general infectious diseases, infections in immunocompromised patients, HIV care and complex wound management.Dr. Malhotra loves getting to know her patients and working closely with them as a team to achieve the desired goals in their care. She enjoys the detective work involved in reaching a diagnosis. Ultimately, she is most thrilled to see her patients achieve their treatment goals. She is excited by novel therapies that have become available for various infectious diseases and is overjoyed to see formerly ill patients get back to work and enjoy family time.Dr. Malhotra is Clinical Professor of Medicine and Infectious Diseases at the University of Washington and a Fellow of the Infectious Diseases Society of America. She has been named a Top Doctor by bothSeattleandSeattle Metropolitanmagazines.Away from work, Dr. Malhotra loves being in nature. She enjoys hiking, gardening and nature photography. Dr. Malhotra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of COVID-19. Her top areas of expertise are Cytomegalovirus Infection, Cytomegalic Inclusion Disease, Osteomyelitis, and Osteomyelitis in Children.

Christopher Baliga, MD, is an infectious disease specialist with medical interests HIV/AIDS, travel and tropical medicine, bone/joint and artificial joint infections, serious blood stream infections, infections in immunocompromised patients, heart infections and multi-drug resistant bacterial infections.Dr. Baliga likes hiking, kayaking, traveling the world, and spending time with family. Dr. Baliga is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of COVID-19. His top areas of expertise are Mediastinitis, Sepsis, Strep Throat, Infectious Arthritis, and Endoscopy.

Chia Wang, MD, has over 25 years of experience in clinical infectious diseases.  Dr. Wang specializes in the treatment of conditions including HIV, viral hepatitis, infections in immunocompromised patients (cancer, immunosuppressive agents), bone, joint and soft tissue infections, multi-drug resistant bacterial infections, sepsis and care of the critically ill patient. She also practices travel medicine.Dr. Wang is Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine and Infectious Diseases at the University of Washington and is frequently named a Top Doctor by bothSeattleandSeattle Metropolitanmagazines.Dr. Wang enjoys getting to know her patients and seeing them achieve their health goals.Outside of her practice, Dr. Wang enjoys gardening, birding, being outdoors, reading, and spending time with her family. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of COVID-19. Her top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, and Scrofula.

Helen Chu is an Infectious Disease provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Chu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of COVID-19. Her top areas of expertise are Parainfluenza, Flu, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), and COVID-19. Dr. Chu is currently accepting new patients.

Andrew Luks is a Cardiologist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Seattle,, Washington. Dr. Luks is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of COVID-19. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Hypoxia, Pulmonary Hypertension, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), and Gastrostomy.

Kristina Crothers is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Crothers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of COVID-19. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pneumonia, Lung Cancer, and Emphysema.

Sina Gharib is a Cardiologist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Seattle,, Washington. Dr. Gharib is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of COVID-19. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Excessive Daytime Sleepiness, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), and Lung Transplant.

Dr. Krupa Solanki believes in providing patient-centered care rooted in compassion and integrity. He strongly advocates that any procedure should only be performed when it is truly necessary and beneficial for the patient’s health. Guided by the philosophy instilled by his mentors, Dr. Solanki treats each patient with the same care and respect he would offer his own loved ones. His approach emphasizes careful listening, shared decision-making, and minimally invasive methods to achieve the best possible outcomes with the least impact on patients’ daily lives. Dr. Solanki is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of COVID-19. His top areas of expertise are Bullae, COVID-19, Pneumonia, and Pulmonary Fibrosis.

My approach to health care is holistic, focusing on the mind-body connection. I believe my relationship with a patient is more of a partnership as we work together to find the best way to optimize one's quality of life and well-being. I like to use a more natural, organic approach with my care and strive to give people the opportunity to be self-advocates for their health. My interests include women's health, fitness/nutrition, and integrative medicine. Dr. Choung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of COVID-19. Her top areas of expertise are Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Malignant Hypertension, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C).

Erika Lease is a Cardiologist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Lease is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of COVID-19. Her top areas of expertise are Cystic Fibrosis, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Lung Metastases, Secondary Immunodeficiency (SID), and Lung Transplant.

Reena Mehra is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Mehra is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of COVID-19. Her top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Cerebral Hypoxia, Central Sleep Apnea, and Excessive Daytime Sleepiness.

Guang-shing Cheng is a Cardiologist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Cheng is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of COVID-19. Her top areas of expertise are Bronchiolitis Obliterans, Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease (cGvHD), Bronchitis, Lung Transplant, and Endoscopy.

Dr. Katherine Hoang is a board-certified family medicine physician. She enjoys family medicine because it allows her to take a holistic approach in caring for her patients. She likes getting to know her patients and their families over time. She works hard to establish an atmosphere of respect, compassion and trust, while providing comprehensive care to all patients. With an established relationship, she feels they can work together to achieve the patients best possible health and well-being. Dr. Hoang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of COVID-19. Her top areas of expertise are Myotonia Congenita, Sciatica, Hypothyroidism, and High Cholesterol.

Brittany Cools-Lartigue, MD, provides patient-centered primary care with a focus on educating patients about their health so they can take an active role in their own care and make informed decisions. Dr. Cools-Lartigue takes the time to build rapport and trust with her patients. While her care is guideline-driven, she also focuses on each patient as an individual when formulating treatment plans.Dr. Cools-Lartigue is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians.Away from work, Dr. Cools-Lartigue enjoys drawing, baking, anime and yoga. Dr. Cools is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of COVID-19. Her top areas of expertise are Macroamylasemia, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Rachel Kopicki, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician providing broad-spectrum, compassionate primary care. Dr. Kopicki strives to help patients understand what is going on with their health so they can make informed decisions about their care. She takes the time to listen to and learn about her patients so she can develop a tailored treatment plan in partnership with them. Her approach is honest, direct, nonjudgmental and down-to-earth.Dr. Kopicki is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and Washington Academy of Family Physicians. She was named a Seattle Met Top Doctor in 2025.Outside of medicine, Dr. Kopicki enjoys cycling, fitness, travel, paddle boarding, gardening and learning new crafts. Dr. Kopicki is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of COVID-19. Her top areas of expertise are Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Alopecia Areata, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.