
Overview
Stephen Bayles, MD, is a board-certified head and neck surgeon specializing in head and neck oncology, microvascular reconstruction, conservation laryngeal surgery, skull base surgery, thyroid/parathyroid surgery, mediastinal surgery and sinus surgery. He offers state-of-the-art treatment options, including minimally invasive, robotic and microvascular surgery.Dr. Bayles strives to not only take care of a patient’s cancer but also to return them to the most functional status they can achieve. He understands their vulnerability and the importance of having somebody they trust delivering their care and addressing their physical and emotional concerns. He hopes his patients leave his office knowing they have been heard and cared for, and will continue to feel safe and cared for throughout their cancer journey.Dr. Bayles serves as the Director of Head and Neck Oncology, and Section Head for Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, at Virginia Mason. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and has been named a Top Doctor by Seattle and Seattle Met magazines in 2008-2021.Outside his practice, Dr. Bayles enjoys hiking, fishing and mountaineering.
Dr. Bayles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Boils. His top areas of expertise are Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Salivary Gland Tumors, Tongue Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
Insurance
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Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- EPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- PPO
- HMO
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- PPO
- EPO
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1100 Ninth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Proliance South Seattle Otolaryngology
Peter F. Maurice, MD, is a highly specialized otolaryngologist, and fellowship-trained in plastic surgery. He is double board-certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology.Dr. Maurice received his medical degree from Georgetown University, in Washington, DC, where he was elected to membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He completed his residency in otolaryngology–head and neck surgery at Georgetown University Hospital.Dr. Maurice then was selected for a fellowship in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. This full-year training program gave him a unique opportunity to study with one of the AAFPRS's master surgeons in Albuquerque, New Mexico.At South Seattle Otolaryngology, patients benefit from a team of on-site audiologists and allergy specialists, in addition to a team of otolaryngologists with over 50 years of combined experience. Dr. Maurice is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Boils. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, and Sinusitis.
Franciscan Ear, Nose & Throat Associates At St. Clare
David Timme, MD, specializes in otolaryngology, including the medical and surgical management and treatment of patients with disorders of the ear, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck.Dr. Timme places a strong emphasis on listening carefully to each patient in order to obtain a thoughtful and accurate diagnosis. He offers care that is tailored to each patient in accordance with the latest technology and accepted medical standards.Dr. Timme is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy and American Medical Association. Dr. Timme is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Boils. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, Dry Mouth, Sialadenitis, and Tissue Biopsy.
Proliance Eastside ENT
Steven M. Dawson, MD, is a board-certified otolaryngologist and has been practicing in Kirkland for over 28 years. His almost three decades of experience has armed him with a vast knowledge of ENT conditions focusing on the diagnoses and treatment of chronic sinus and nasal issues.His late father and brother were both doctors in Iowa, and his dad strongly encouraged him to follow in his footsteps. He decided to go into otolaryngology because he loves the idea of helping people solve the problems that are keeping them from enjoying life.Dr. Dawson has been active in the local medical community as a former Chief of Surgery at Evergreen Hospital. He is professionally interested in minimally invasive sinus surgeries and the most recent up-to-date imaging and surgical techniques.As a true Seattle sports enthusiast, Steven is a Seattle Seahawks season ticket holder and a strong supporter of bringing back the Seattle Supersonics. He enjoys golfing, skiing, hiking and fishing.Steven Dawson has been recognized by Seattle Met as a Top Doctor for many years running including 2019, 2020 and 2021. Dr. Dawson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Boils. His top areas of expertise are Low Nasal Bridge, Nasal Septal Hematoma, Perichondritis, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), and Septoplasty.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary GlandsDr. Bayles isDistinguished. Learn about Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands.
- Adenoid Cystic CarcinomaDr. Bayles isDistinguished. Learn about Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma.
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Bayles isDistinguished. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- Laryngeal CancerDr. Bayles isDistinguished. Learn about Laryngeal Cancer.
- Male Pattern BaldnessDr. Bayles isDistinguished. Learn about Male Pattern Baldness.
- Salivary Gland TumorsDr. Bayles isDistinguished. Learn about Salivary Gland Tumors.
- Advanced
- Follicular Thyroid CancerDr. Bayles isAdvanced. Learn about Follicular Thyroid Cancer.
- GastrostomyDr. Bayles isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- HyperparathyroidismDr. Bayles isAdvanced. Learn about Hyperparathyroidism.
- LaryngectomyDr. Bayles isAdvanced. Learn about Laryngectomy.
- Medullary Thyroid CarcinomaDr. Bayles isAdvanced. Learn about Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma.
- Mikulicz DiseaseDr. Bayles isAdvanced. Learn about Mikulicz Disease.
- Experienced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Bayles isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Angiosarcoma of the ScalpDr. Bayles isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma of the Scalp.
- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- Basal Cell Skin CancerDr. Bayles isExperienced. Learn about Basal Cell Skin Cancer.
- BoilsDr. Bayles isExperienced. Learn about Boils.
- Burning Mouth SyndromeDr. Bayles isExperienced. Learn about Burning Mouth Syndrome.


