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    MediFind found 31 doctor with experience in Colostomy near Seattle, WA. Of these, 25 are Experienced and 6 are Advanced.

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    31 providers found
      David R. Flum
      Advanced in Colostomy
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Colostomy
      General Surgery

      The Association Of University Physicians

      1959 Ne Pacific St, 
      Seattle, WA 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Castilian, Portuguese, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      David Flum is a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Flum is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Diverticular Disease, Obesity, Appendectomy, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Flum is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Colostomy
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
      Advanced in Colostomy
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery

      Virginia Mason Medical Center

      1100 9th Ave, 
      Seattle, WA 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Vlad Simianu is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Simianu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Appendectomy. Dr. Simianu is currently accepting new patients.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Advanced in Colostomy
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
      Advanced in Colostomy
      General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery

      Virginia Mason Medical Center

      1100 9th Ave, 
      Seattle, WA 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ravi Moonka is a General Surgeon and a Colorectal Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Moonka is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Moonka is currently accepting new patients.

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      Advanced in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery
      Advanced in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery
      1101 Madison Street, Floor 5, 
      Seattle, WA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Amir Bastawrous is a Colorectal Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Bastawrous is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Bowel Incontinence, Encopresis, Colostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Bastawrous is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Colostomy
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Colostomy
      General Surgery
      University Of Washington Medical Ctr, 1959 Ne Pacific St, 
      Seattle, WA 
       (3.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Mika Sinanan is a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Sinanan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Fistula, Hernia, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Bladder Reconstruction, and Colostomy.

      Experienced in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
      Experienced in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

      Virginia Mason Medical Center

      1100 9th Ave, 
      Seattle, WA 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Castilian, Mandarin, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jennifer Kaplan is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Kaplan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Encopresis, Colostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Kaplan is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery

      Virginia Mason Medical Center

      1100 9th Ave, 
      Seattle, WA 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, German, Hindi, Tamil, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Thomas Biehl is a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Biehl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Acute Pancreatitis, Hernia, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Biehl is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery
      1100 9th Ave, 
      Seattle, WA 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Richard Thirlby is a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Thirlby is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Gastroparesis, Diverticular Disease, Appendectomy, and Colostomy.

      Experienced in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery
      Experienced in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery
      1101 Madison St Ste 500, 
      Seattle, WA 
       (0.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Richard Billingham is a Colorectal Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Billingham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease and Colostomy.

      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery

      The Association Of University Physicians

      325 9th Ave, 
      Seattle, WA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Filipino, Hindi, Romanian, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Deepika Nehra is a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Nehra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Hypovolemic Shock, Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Shock, Gastrostomy, and Colostomy. Dr. Nehra is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery

      The Association Of University Physicians

      325 9th Ave, 
      Seattle, WA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, Hindi, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Scott Brakenridge is a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Brakenridge is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Necrotizing Fasciitis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Gallbladder Removal, and Fasciotomy. Dr. Brakenridge is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery

      The Association Of University Physicians

      325 9th Ave, 
      Seattle, WA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Bryce Robinson is a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Robinson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Necrotizing Fasciitis, Necrosis, Delirium, Splenectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Robinson is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery

      The Association Of University Physicians

      325 9th Ave, 
      Seattle, WA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Experience:
      9+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Erika Bisgaard is a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Bisgaard has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Necrotizing Fasciitis, Spinal Shock, Hypovolemic Shock, Small Bowel Resection, and Colostomy. Dr. Bisgaard is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery

      The Association Of University Physicians

      325 9th Ave, 
      Seattle, WA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Afrikaans, Dutch, Mandarin, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ronald Maier is a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Maier is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Cholecystitis, Low Blood Pressure, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Maier is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery
      Experienced in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery
      1101 Madison Street, Floor 5, 
      Seattle, WA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Melinda Hawkins is a Colorectal Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Hawkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Levator Syndrome, Rectal Prolapse, Bowel Incontinence, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Hawkins is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
      Experienced in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery | Surgical Oncology

      Swedish Health Services

      1101 Madison St, Suite 510, 
      Seattle, WA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Italian, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      John Griffin is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Griffin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Anal Fissure, Bowel Incontinence, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Griffin is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
      1221 Madison Street, Arnold Pavilion, Suite 1411, 
      Seattle, WA 
       (0.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mohamed Alassas is a Surgical Oncologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Alassas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Pancreatectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery. Dr. Alassas is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery
      801 Broadway, 
      Seattle, WA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Katherine Mandell is a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Mandell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Appendectomy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Mandell is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery
      Experienced in Colostomy
      Colorectal Surgery
      1145 Broadway, 
      Seattle, WA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ulrik Wallin is a Colorectal Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Wallin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. His top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Anorectal Abscess, Hemorrhoids, Colorectal Cancer, and Colostomy. Dr. Wallin is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Colostomy
      General Surgery
      747 Broadway Bldg 10th, 
      Seattle, WA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Suzanne Arnott is a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Arnott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Colostomy. Her top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Colostomy, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Colostomy?

      Colostomy is a surgical procedure that brings one end of the large intestine out through an opening (stoma) made in the abdominal wall. Stools moving through the intestine drain through the stoma into a bag attached to the skin of the abdomen.

      When should I see a Colostomy doctor near Seattle, WA?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing a Colostomy doctor near Seattle, WA?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How does MediFind rank Colostomy doctors near Seattle, WA?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by Colostomy doctors near Seattle, WA?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with a Colostomy doctor near Seattle, WA?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Colostomy doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Colostomy doctor?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with a Colostomy doctor near Seattle, WA?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my Colostomy doctor?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Colostomy doctor may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female Colostomy doctors near Seattle, WA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Colostomy doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      Can I filter my search to find a Colostomy doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Colostomy doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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