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.

Raman Menon is a Colorectal Surgeon in Redmond, Washington. Dr. Menon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Bladder Reconstruction, and Ileostomy. Dr. Menon is currently accepting new patients.

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

Kavita Chawla, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician offering primary care for adults. Her special medical interests include diabetes and obesity management, cardiovascular disease prevention and treatment - especially in women, osteoporosis, preventive care and transgender care.Dr. Chawla enjoys building long-term relationships with her patients and helping them achieve their health care goals through genuine, honest interaction.Dr. Chawla is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. She is a clinical instructor with the University of Washington School of Medicine and residency faculty with the Virginia Mason Internal Medicine Residency program.Away from work, Dr. Chawla enjoys spending time outdoors with her family and friends. Dr. Chawla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

Patrick Flanagan is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in Kirkland, Washington. Dr. Flanagan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Pleurisy, Tenosynovitis, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Liver Embolization. Dr. Flanagan is currently accepting new patients.

Mark Cumings is a Gastroenterologist in Kirkland, Washington. Dr. Cumings is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

Lucas Leonard is a Gastroenterologist in Kirkland, Washington. Dr. Leonard is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

George Winters is a Gastroenterologist in Bellevue, Washington. Dr. Winters is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Amir Bastawrous is a Colorectal Surgeon in Issaquah, Washington. Dr. Bastawrous is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Bowel Incontinence, Encopresis, Colostomy, and Endoscopy.

Terri Reichner is a Radiologist in Redmond, Washington. Dr. Reichner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Alcoholic Cirrhosis, Emphysema, and Breast Lump.

Varun Bhandarkar is a Radiologist in Redmond, Washington. Dr. Bhandarkar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Lung Nodules, and Emphysema. Dr. Bhandarkar is currently accepting new patients.

Eric Hoover is a Radiologist in Redmond, Washington. Dr. Hoover is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Ascites, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Hoover is currently accepting new patients.

David Atkins is a Radiologist and a Nuclear Medicine provider in Redmond, Washington. Dr. Atkins has been practicing medicine for over 45 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Tenosynovitis, and Chronic Cough. Dr. Atkins is currently accepting new patients.

Ryan Duggan is a Radiologist and an Interventional Radiologist in Redmond, Washington. Dr. Duggan has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Gallbladder Disease, Pleural Effusion, and Visceromegaly.

Greta Go is a Pediatric Radiologist and a Radiologist in Redmond, Washington. Dr. Go is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Angiomyoma, Uterine Fibroids, and Pleurisy. Dr. Go is currently accepting new patients.

Ian Ch'en is a Radiologist in Redmond, Washington. Dr. Ch'en is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Ascites. Dr. Ch'en is currently accepting new patients.

Gholamreza Zinati is a Radiologist in Redmond, Washington. Dr. Zinati is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Pleurisy, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3. Dr. Zinati is currently accepting new patients.

Pyong Kim is a Radiologist in Kirkland, Washington. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Bronchogenic Cyst, CAPOS Syndrome, Herniated Disk, and Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS).

Brenton Ward is a General Surgeon in Kirkland, Washington. Dr. Ward has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Ward is currently accepting new patients.

Abigail Wiebusch is a General Surgeon in Kirkland, Washington. Dr. Wiebusch is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Wiebusch is currently accepting new patients.