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 Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Appendectomy.

. Dr. Young is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Acute Pancreatitis, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Alexander Hawkins is a Colorectal Surgeon in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Hawkins is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Colorectal Cancer, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ileostomy, and Endoscopy.

. Dr. Blodgett is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Visceromegaly, Diverticular Disease, and Emphysema.

. Dr. Miller is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Diverticular Disease, Visceromegaly, and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.

. Dr. Urban is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Colonic Malakoplakia, Biliary Dyskinesia, Pleurisy, and Diverticular Disease.

. Dr. Berman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Visceromegaly, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1.

. Dr. Korenblit is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Gastric Dysmotility, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

. Dr. Mckinney is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Portal Hypertension, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

. Dr. Kovalovich is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Enlarged Liver, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

. Dr. Safvi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gallbladder Disease, and Nasal Flaring.

. Dr. Kohne is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Osteopenia, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Visceromegaly.

Marylise Boutros is a Colorectal Surgeon in Weston, Florida. Dr. Boutros is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Colorectal Cancer, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

. Dr. Hameed is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

. Dr. Cummins is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Diverticular Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

Dr. Adnan Nadir has been a board-certified gastroenterologist and internist in North Texas since 2000. He is also fellowship-trained in gastroenterology. Dr. Nadir places a priority on providing quality comprehensive care for common and complex digestive, esophageal and urologic disorders, including pancreatic disease and colon/rectal disorders.Dr. Nadir earned his medical degree from Dow Medical College in Pakistan. He completed his internal medicine residency at Wayne State University in Detroit, Mich., becoming chief resident during his final year of residency. He then decided to pursue a fellowship in gastroenterology at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Mich. More recently, Dr. Nadir completed the Physician Leadership Development Program through the Southern Methodist University Cox School of Business in Dallas, Texas. He has been a member of, and has served in leadership roles for, multiple organizations and committees over the years, including the American College of Gastroenterology and American Gastroenterological Association.Outside of work, Dr. Nadir enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends. He is fluent in the Hindi and Urdu languages. Dr. Nadir is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Childhood Volvulus, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

Erik Swenson is a General Surgeon in Orland Park, Illinois. Dr. Swenson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Hernia, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

Adnan Qadir is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Algonquin, Illinois. Dr. Qadir is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Diverticular Disease, Acute Kidney Failure, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy.

. Dr. Northrop is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Varicose Veins, Hernia, Bladder Reconstruction, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Hareth Raddawi is a Gastroenterologist in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Dr. Raddawi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.