Dr. Porter provides state-of-the-art, minimally invasive treatment options to patients with urologic cancer and stone disease to reduce the pain and recovery from surgical treatment. He stays current on the latest available treatments by teaching at national and international urologic meetings as well as publishing his outcomes. Dr. Porter was the 2023 recipient of the Menon Award in Robotic Urologic Surgery. Dr. Porter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are Clear Cell Sarcoma, Wilms Tumor, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Vasectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

Dr. Darren Pollock most recently received the 2024 Colon/Rectal Surgery Top Doc designation and has received the Seattle Top Doc award for multiple years. Dr. Pollock specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus with an emphasis on the surgical management of benign and malignant disease. His primary interests include minimally invasive colon and rectal cancer surgery through laparoscopic and transanal approaches, inflammatory bowel disease, anorectal disease and colonoscopy. He is a Fellow in the American College of Surgeons and in the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. He believes in patient education and communication to give personalized care. Married with two children, Dr. Pollock enjoys cooking, physical fitness and travel. Dr. Pollock is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Levator Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

Dr. Dan Veljovich is a multiple time recipient of the Seattle Top Doctor Award and most recently received the 2024 Seattle Magazine Top Doc Award. With an attention to respecting autonomy, calming fears and partnering with patients to help them make treatment decisions in line with their own goals, Dr. Veljovich embodies compassionate care. He feels blessed to be able to help women maintain their dignity and preserve their quality of life while undergoing surgical or medical treatments. Dr. Veljovich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are Ovarian Cancer, Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Testicular Yolk Sac Tumor, Oophorectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Dr. Hawkins is a multiple time recipient of the Seattle Top Doctor Award and most recently received the 2024 Seattle Magazine Top Doc Award. She likes to take a full body approach to patient care, recognizing that the effects of a patient's disease can be taxing to both their physical and emotional well-being. Dr. Hawkins specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of disease of the colon, rectum and anus. This includes an interest in minimally invasive surgical approaches to colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease and diverticulitis, pelvic floor disorders such as fecal incontinence, colonoscopy and basic anorectal disorders. Dr. Hawkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. Her top areas of expertise are Levator Syndrome, Rectal Prolapse, Bowel Incontinence, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

My approach is to put myself in my patients shoes and treat them how I would want to be treated. My goal is to make sure that no one feels like they have to deal with their problem alone. We are here to help at every step. Dr. Menon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Bladder Reconstruction, and Colostomy.

Karny Jacoby is a provider with privileges at a Swedish Medical Center. Dr. Jacoby is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. Her top areas of expertise are Urinary Incontinence, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Vulvovaginitis, Ureteroscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

Una Lee, MD, is a board-certified urologist with subspecialty board certification in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery (FPMRS)/urogynecology. She specializes in female urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse (hysterectomy for prolapse, vaginal native tissue prolapse repair and robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery), overactive bladder, fistula repair, urethral diverticulum, and complications related to vaginal mesh or prior sling. Dr. Lee is passionate about delivering compassionate patient-centered care.Dr. Lee is the Head of the Section of Urology and Renal Transplantation at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. She is an Associate Clinical Professor of Urology at the University of Washington and serves as Associate Program Director of the FPMRS fellowship at Virginia Mason. Dr. Lee is President-Elect and Women's Health Chair of the Washington State Urology Society. She is a member-at-large of the Society for Urodynamics, Female Pelvic Medicine, and Urogenital Reconstruction (SUFU), and serves on an American Urological Association guidelines committee.Dr. Lee serves as lead investigator in collaborative patient engagement work on amplifying women’s voices in stress urinary incontinence surgery research prioritization. She volunteers to provide obstetric fistula and childbirth injury care and medical education in Uganda. She served as Guest Editor of a special edition of Urology focused on Women's Health. She hopes to raise awareness of urologic issues related to advancing women's health, lead positive change within health care, and continue to improve the quality of life of women through clinical care, teaching, advocacy and research.Curriculum Vitae. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. Her top areas of expertise are Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Frequent or Urgent Urination, Sacral Nerve Stimulation, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

Val Simianu, MD, specializes in surgery for conditions of the colon, rectum and anal canal, such as cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. He also treats pelvic floor problems such as prolapse and incontinence. He has specialty training in laparoscopic, robotic and trans-anal approaches for these conditions.Dr. Simianu works very closely with other specialists, such as gastroenterologists, oncologists, radiation oncologists and urogynecologists, to plan the best course of treatment for each patient. He enjoys playing a part in his patients' journeys to recovery.Beyond his clinical expertise, Dr. Simianu actively conducts research studies on colorectal cancer, diverticulitis, inflammatory bowel disease and pelvic health problems. He has a special interest in population health, health-services research and surgical education, and serves as the Medical Director of the colorectal service line for Virginia Mason Franciscan Health's Center for Digestive Health.Away from work, Dr. Simianu enjoys hiking, mountaineering, soccer, and traveling and exploring local cuisine with his wife.Watch Dr. Simianu on King 5 Seattle:Dispelling common myths around colon health - New Day NW. Dr. Simianu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Appendectomy.

Nick Cowan, MD, is a board certified urologist and transplant surgeon specializing in kidney transplant, kidney cancer, kidney stones, and laparoscopic and robotic urologic surgery. He also offers aquablation treatment for benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH).Dr. Cowan is the Urology Residency Program director at Virginia Mason and a clinical assistant professor of urology at the University of Washington. He is a member of the American Urologic Association, and the Urologic Society for Transplantation and Renal Surgery. He serves as a manuscript reviewer withUrology Practice, Urology, Journal of UrologyandClinical Transplantation.Away from work, Dr. Cowan enjoys surfing, skiing and backpacking. Dr. Cowan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Ureterocele, UPJ Obstruction, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Nephrectomy.

Ravi Moonka, MD, is a specialist in diseases of the colon and rectum, including cancer, tumors, diverticulitis, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, rectal prolapse, ileostomy and colostomy reversal, and any other problem that can afflict the colon and rectum. Dr. Moonka is also an expert in the treatment of hernias, abdominal sarcomas, stomach cancer and gallstones.Dr. Moonka lives to make his patient's lives better. Sometimes he makes them a little better and sometimes a lot better. He does other things with his time, but nothing is more important or brings him more satisfaction than that. Dr. Moonka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Amy Brockmeyer, MD, is a board-certified gynecologic oncologist who specializes in the surgical and medical management of ovarian, endometrial and cervical cancer. Dr. Brockmeyer has expertise in minimally invasive surgery including laparoscopic and robotic surgery, and complex pelvic surgery. She has additional board certification in hospice and palliative care which allows her to provide the best evidence-based symptom management when needed. She is an expert in chemotherapy administration for gynecologic cancer.Dr. Brockmeyer values patient education and shared decision making when planning for surgery or medical management of each diagnosis.Outside of Virginia Mason, Dr. Brockmeyer enjoys running, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends. Dr. Brockmeyer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. Her top areas of expertise are Endometrial Cancer, Sertoli-Leydig Cell Tumor, Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hysterectomy.

Jared Brandenberger, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon specializing in abdominal transplantation and liver, kidney and pancreas surgery.Outside of work, Dr. Brandenberger enjoys soccer, snowboarding, wakeboarding, hunting and fishing, and classic car restoration. Dr. Brandenberger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Hernia, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant.

Deepika Nehra is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Nehra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. Her top areas of expertise are Hypovolemic Shock, Subdural Hematoma, Spinal Shock, Gastrostomy, and Colostomy.

Scott Brakenridge is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Brakenridge is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are Necrotizing Fasciitis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Gallbladder Removal, and Fasciotomy.

Phillip Chapman is a Urologist and a Transplant Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Chapman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease, Nephrectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Chapman is currently accepting new patients.

Mukta Krane is a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Krane is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. Her top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.

Jenny Kaplan, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon who specializes in colon and rectal surgery. Dr. Kaplan treats all aspects of colon, rectal and anal diseases which include: anorectal concerns, colon cancer, Crohn's disease, diverticulitis, pelvic floor disorders, presacral masses, rectal cancer, rectal prolapse and ulcerative colitis. She uses minimally invasive techniques including laparoscopic, robotic and transanal approaches.Dr. Kaplan enjoys all aspects of her specialty, from cancer to hemorrhoids. She strives to ensure that her patients feel well cared for and listened to, and takes the time to understand how she can best use her skills to help them get better.Away from work, Dr. Kaplan enjoys traveling and spending time with family. Dr. Kaplan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. Her top areas of expertise are Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Encopresis, Colostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

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

Lily Chang is a Bariatric Medicine provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Chang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. Her top areas of expertise are Stomach Cancer, Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

Matthew Powell is a Hospital Medicine provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Powell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top area of expertise is Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Powell is currently accepting new patients.