John Smoots is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Smoots is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Osteoporosis. Dr. Smoots is currently accepting new patients.

Iandine Paras is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Paras is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Paras is currently accepting new patients.

Donald Lee is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Restless Legs Syndrome, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Insomnia, and Folate Deficiency. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

Jeffrey Tokar is a Gastroenterologist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Tokar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Cholestasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Bile Duct Stricture, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Tokar is currently accepting new patients.

Kelly Blair is a General Surgeon in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Blair is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Malnutrition, Obesity in Children, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Blair is currently accepting new patients.

Brian Mulhall, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist with fellowship training in gastroenterology and hepatology. Dr. Mulhall also holds a Master of Public Health degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. He served as Director of the Center for Liver Disease at Walter Reed Medical Center.Dr. Mulhall has special medical interests in inflammatory bowel disease, biliary and liver processes, along with functional intestinal disorders. He has received international recognition for his research, teaching and published articles.Dr. Mulhall has been active in the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) and American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. Dr. Mulhall is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Painful Swallowing, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

Justin Pavlovich, MD, is a board-certified otolaryngologist with more than 15 years of experience treating general ear, nose and throat (ENT) concerns.Dr. Pavlovich takes a whole-person approach to care, understanding the impact a person’s psychosocial and systemic health can have on their ENT symptoms. His goal is to listen carefully to his patients, to address each patient’s questions and concerns as fully as possible, and to devise a plan of care collaboratively so both he and his patient take ownership of the therapeutic plan for greater compliance and better results. Dr. Pavlovich tries to exhaust nonsurgical options before making surgical recommendations. He encourages his patients to communicate with him through MyChart, where they can review their results and actively participate in their treatment plan.From 2014 to 2025, Dr. Pavlovich was named a Portland “Top Doc” each year by Portland Monthly. He prides himself on being readily available to respond to pressing questions or urgent referrals.Away from work, Dr. Pavlovich enjoys adventure travel, cooking, riding his bike (often to work), skiing and gardening. Dr. Pavlovich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Nasal Flaring, Nasal Polyps, and Tonsil Stones.

Eugene Cho, MD, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon specializing in laparoscopic procedures, with special interest in surgery for heartburn, hernias, gallstones, spleen and adrenal problems. Drawn to medicine for the ability to help others, Dr. Cho believes the most important aspect of care is educating his patients about their health problem and treatment options.Dr. Cho is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is also a member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract, and many others. Dr. Cho is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Umbilical Hernia, and Hernia Surgery.

Sangik Oh, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist with fellowship training in gastroenterology. Dr. Oh served as Chief Medical Resident during his internal medicine residency. During his gastroenterology fellowship, he also earned his Master's degree in Medical Science from Harvard Medical School. He was also the recipient of the 2002 AASLD/Schering Advanced Hepatology Fellowship Award.Upon completion of his fellowship, Dr. Oh joined the faculty at Harvard Medical School and was a staff gastroenterologist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center before joining Tacoma Digestive Disease Center in 2005, which is now Franciscan Digestive Care Associates. Dr. Oh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Enlarged Liver, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Cirrhosis, and Endoscopy.

John Sun, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist providing comprehensive digestive care for adults. In addition to general gastroenterology, he has specific experience in the management of inflammatory bowel disease, small intestinal disease and celiac disease.Dr. Sun believes in establishing a therapeutic partnership with his patients, and a close working relationship with his physician colleagues, in order to achieve the best outcomes. He takes the time to educate patients on their condition, treatment options and outcomes so they can make informed choices to feel their best.Dr. Sun is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology. Dr. Sun is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Steven Larson, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist with fellowship training in gastroenterology and hepatology. Dr. Larson received his undergraduate and medical degrees as part of a United States Air Force scholarship program.Dr. Larson has published numerous research papers and has presented his research at national meetings. He has a strong interest in treating patients with inflammatory bowel disease. Other areas of interest include capsule endoscopy, colon cancer prevention and functional bowel diseases.He is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, American Gastroenterological Association and the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. Dr. Larson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Alan Urbina-Alvarez, MD, is a gastroenterologist who is skilled in all areas of adult general gastroenterology. He believes communication and compassion are the keys to establishing a successful and trustful relationship with patients. As a colleague, he promotes an interdisciplinary approach to patient care in order to achieve the mutual goal of creating a positive impact on patients' lives.Dr. Urbina-Alvarez is a member of the American Gastroenterological Association, American College of Gastroenterology and American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.Outside of work, Dr. Urbina-Alvarez enjoys hiking, traveling, bicycling and playing tennis. Dr. Urbina is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, and Gastrectomy.

James Sebesta is a General Surgeon in Gig Harbor, Washington. Dr. Sebesta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Malnutrition, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Sebesta is currently accepting new patients.

Pierre Dalumpines is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Gig Harbor, Washington. Dr. Dalumpines is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Insomnia, Obesity in Children, High Cholesterol, and Opisthotonos. Dr. Dalumpines is currently accepting new patients.

Diane Bai is a Gastroenterologist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Bai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Her top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Michael Lyons is a Gastroenterologist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Lyons is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Esophagitis, Barrett Esophagus, Benign Esophageal Stricture, and Lower Esophageal Ring. Dr. Lyons is currently accepting new patients.

Michael Lee is a Gastroenterologist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Childhood Volvulus, Portal Hypertension, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

Rohit Gupta is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist and a Pediatrics provider in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Gupta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Sarcoidosis, Pulmonary Hypertension, Delayed Growth, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

Thomas (TJ) Templin, II, MD, is board-certified in general surgery and thoracic surgery. He specializes in cardiothoracic surgery for patients ages 15 and older. Dr. Templin has trained extensively in minimally invasive thoracic and foregut procedures, including minimally invasive lung and esophageal resections, sympathectomy, and anti-reflux revisions. He also has experience with advanced bronchoscopy and esophagoscopy, including EBUS, airway and esophageal stenting, and esophageal dilation.Dr. Templin follows the Jesuit philosophy of cura personalis, which translates to care for the whole person; he treats individuals, not just diseases.Dr. Templin is a Fellow of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and American College of Surgeons. Dr. Templin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Esophageal Perforation, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Thymectomy, and Gastrostomy.

Jeff Gao, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician who offers primary care for patients of all ages.Dr. Gao strives to listen to his patients, present their options for care and help them make the best medical decision possible. He believes every patient has his or her own unique set of health challenges and deserves the personalized, multidisciplinary approach to care needed to overcome them. He treats his patients as individuals, not as conditions to be treated.Dr. Gao is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Gao is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Obesity, High Cholesterol, Obesity in Children, and Sciatica.