The 20 Best Gallstones Doctors Near Me in Renton, WA

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The 20 Best Gallstones Doctors near Renton, WA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 149 doctor with experience in Gallstones near Renton, WA. Of these, 120 are Experienced, 28 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Helen H. Kim
    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery

    Proliance Surgeons

    1231 116th Ave NE, Suite 930, 
    Bellevue, WA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Helen Kim, MD, is certified by the American College of Surgeons. She has a special interest in breast surgery, robotic surgery, and minimally invasive surgery. She is a trained and certified console surgeon on da Vinci® Single-Site™, the da Vinci® Surgical System, and EndoWrist®. She practices abdominal wall hernia repair and open, laparoscopic, and robot-assisted techniques for complex and recurrent hernias. She also performs gastrointestinal surgery, laparoscopic and open colectomy, cholecystectomy, appendectomy, anti-reflux surgery, and laparoscopic intra-abdominal scar release surgery.Dr. Kim treats high risk, benign, and malignant breast conditions through initial evaluation of high breast cancer risk patients, management and treatment of breast pain, nipple discharge, breast masses and image-detected lesions, as well as surgical management of breast cancer, which includes breast-conserving lumpectomy, skin-sparing and nipple-sparing mastectomy, and sentinel lymph node biopsy. She also coordinates breast reconstruction at the time of mastectomy.During her sabbatical year in 2010, she performed surgeries at Kijabe, Kenya as a short-term medical missionary for one month, travelled to France and Italy, and took oil-painting classes. In and out of the operating room, Dr. Kim places emphasis on meticulous surgical techniques and offers the most advanced minimally invasive approaches wherever applicable, while caring for the patient as a whole in the context of their other medical conditions. Dr. Kim is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Gallbladder Disease, and Hernia Surgery.

    Pierre Nader
    Advanced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology

    Franciscan Digestive Care Associates At St. Anne

    16233 Sylvester Road SW, Suite 290, 
    Burien, WA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Pierre Nader, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who treats patients ages 18 and over. He is devoted to the highest level of digestive disease care, with a parallel focus on patient comfort and dignity.Dr. Nader is skilled in all phases of gastrointestinal endoscopy. He also has extensive experience with end-stage liver disease including liver transplantation. Dr. Nader is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Nathan Avery
    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery

    Franciscan Surgical Associates At St. Anne

    16259 Sylvester Road SW, Suite 401, 
    Burien, WA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nathan Avery, MD, is a general surgeon who offers state-of-the-art surgical care to patients age 16 and older, including advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery.Dr. Avery believes that good patient care requires clinical excellence, availability, patience, warmth and empathy. He strives to incorporate each of these into every patient encounter. He considers it particularly important to present his patients with all available treatment options, to achieve a mutual understanding and to ensure that their decisions are consistent with their values. He recognizes that there is no one best treatment that suits everyone.Dr. Avery emphasizes communication with referring providers and is committed to keeping members of the care team well informed.Outside of work, Dr. Avery enjoys spending time with family, recreational league soccer, hiking and camping. Dr. Avery is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, and Cholecystitis.

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    Shayan Irani
    Distinguished in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology
    Distinguished in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shayan Irani, MD, specializes in pancreaticobiliary diseases, gastrointestinal oncology, Barrett's Esophagus, gastrointestinal stenting, endoscopic mucosal resection, submucosal dissection, radio frequency ablation and other advanced therapeutic and emerging techniques.Dr. Irani enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter, the outdoors, traveling and Scuba diving. Dr. Irani is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Gallbladder Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.

    Advanced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology

    Southlake Clinic Inc PS

    4011 Talbot Rd S Ste 500, 
    Renton, WA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Roberts is a Gastroenterologist in Renton, Washington. Dr. Roberts is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery

    Valley Medical Group-Renton

    4033 Talbot Rd S, Suite 530, 
    Renton, WA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Bahasa, Castilian, Farsi, Filipino, French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Thai, Urdu, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ekaterina Knowlton is a General Surgeon in Renton, Washington. Dr. Knowlton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Perforation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Knowlton is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery

    Valley Medical Group-Renton

    4011 Talbot Rd S, Suite 420, 
    Renton, WA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Korean, Russian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Cheuk Hong is a General Surgeon in Renton, Washington. Dr. Hong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Gallbladder Removal, and Colostomy. Dr. Hong is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery | Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Gallstones
    General Surgery | Thoracic Surgery

    Valley Medical Group-Renton

    400 S 43rd St, 
    Renton, WA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Russian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Wayne Lau is a General Surgeon and a Thoracic Surgeon in Renton, Washington. Dr. Lau is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Umbilical Hernia, Epidural Lipomatosis, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Lau is currently accepting new patients.

    Ani Fleisig
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Surgical Oncology | Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Surgical Oncology | Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Franciscan Surgical Associates At St. Anne

    16259 Sylvester Road SW, Suite 401, 
    Burien, WA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ani Fleisig, MD, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon with additional fellowship training in minimally invasive/laparoscopic surgical techniques and surgical oncology. She believes in treating each patient with respect and compassion, working with the patient on his or her road to recovery.Dr. Fleisig specializes in surgery for a broad range of cancers from breast, skin, thyroid and gastrointestinal cancer to sarcomas. Dr. Fleisig is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Erina Kansakar
    Experienced in Gallstones
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gallstones
    General Surgery

    Franciscan Surgical Associates At St. Anne

    16259 Sylvester Road SW, Suite 401, 
    Burien, WA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Erina Kansakar MD FACS is a general surgeon who practices evidence-based medicine offers current treatment options including minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgery and strives for excellent patient outcomes. She serves adults and children eight years of age and older.Dr. Kansakar treats patients as she would wish to be treated - with professionalism knowledge and compassion. She believes in holistic patient care. Her goal is to ensure that treatment plans and outcomes for every patient are well communicated to referring providers.Dr. Kansakar is a member of the American College of Surgeons American Society of Breast Surgeons and American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. Dr. Kansakar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. Her top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

    Daniel Bushyhead
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology

    Franciscan Digestive Care Associates At St. Anne

    16233 Sylvester Road SW, Suite 290, 
    Burien, WA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Bushyhead, MD, is a board-certified general gastroenterologist providing personalized, compassionate digestive care. He performs endoscopic procedures, diagnoses and manages a wide variety of gastrointestinal disorders, and provides screening for colorectal cancer. Dr. Bushyhead understands the importance of listening to his patients and working together to establish a treatment plan.Dr. Bushyhead is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology and Alpha Omega Alpha.Away from work, he enjoys spending time with family, hiking and cooking.Conditions and procedures:Abnormal liver function testsCeliac diseaseColonoscopyColorectal cancer screeningConstipationDysphagiaGERDIron deficiency anemiaRectal bleedingUpper endoscopy. Dr. Bushyhead is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Christopher Duncan
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology

    Franciscan Digestive Care Associates At St. Anne

    16233 Sylvester Road SW, Suite 290, 
    Burien, WA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Duncan, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist providing expert digestive disease care for patients ages 18 and older.Dr. Duncan strives to foster a healthy relationship with his patients through patience, understanding and compassion for all individuals with digestive disease. Dr. Duncan also strives to remain on the cutting edge of knowledge. Combining both goals allows him to deliver the highest level of care to his patients. Dr. Duncan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    1135 116th Ave NE Ste 140, 
    Bellevue, WA 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

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

    Blake Wachi
    Experienced in Gallstones
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gallstones
    General Surgery

    Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Medical Pavilion - Bellevue

    11695 NE 4th Street, 
    Bellevue, WA 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Blake Wachi, MD, is a general surgeon who is committed to forming strong relationships with his patients through high-quality, evidence-based surgical care. He is experienced with minimally invasive techniques and believes in their benefits, including less pain, quicker recovery and shorter hospital stays. For patients, and their families, he strives to be as approachable and accessible as possible.Dr. Wachi is a member of the American College of Surgeons.Away from work, he enjoys backpacking, volleyball, skiing and photography. Dr. Wachi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Epidermoid Cyst, and Femoral Hernia.

    Experienced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology

    Southlake Clinic Inc PS

    4011 Talbot Rd S Ste 500, 
    Renton, WA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Di Re is a Gastroenterologist in Renton, Washington. Dr. Di Re is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology

    Southlake Clinic Inc PS

    4011 Talbot Rd S Ste 500, 
    Renton, WA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    William Pearce is a Gastroenterologist in Renton, Washington. Dr. Pearce is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

    Experienced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology

    Southlake Clinic Inc PS

    4011 Talbot Rd S Ste 500, 
    Renton, WA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Frederick Park is a Gastroenterologist in Renton, Washington. Dr. Park is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology

    Southlake Clinic Inc PS

    4011 Talbot Rd S Ste 500, 
    Renton, WA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brandon Teng is a Gastroenterologist in Renton, Washington. Dr. Teng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. His top areas of expertise are Turcot Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Prostatectomy.

    Experienced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Gastroenterology

    Southlake Clinic Inc PS

    4011 Talbot Rd S Ste 500, 
    Renton, WA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hyon Kim is a Gastroenterologist in Renton, Washington. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. Her top areas of expertise are Turcot Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Gallstones
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Gallstones
    Family Medicine

    Cascade Clinic VMC Primary Care

    3915 Talbot Rd S Ste 200, 
    Renton, WA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dina Nguyen is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Renton, Washington. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gallstones. Her top areas of expertise are Malignant Otitis Externa, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Gallstones?

    Gallstones are hard deposits that form inside the gallbladder. These may be as small as a grain of sand or as large as a golf ball.

    When should I see a Gallstones doctor near Renton, 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 Gallstones doctor near Renton, 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 Gallstones doctors near Renton, 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 Gallstones doctors near Renton, 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 Gallstones doctor near Renton, 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 Gallstones doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Gallstones 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 Gallstones doctor near Renton, 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 Gallstones 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 Gallstones 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 Gallstones doctors near Renton, WA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Gallstones 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 Gallstones doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Gallstones 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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