The 20 Best Glucagonoma Doctors in Washington, US

Vincent Picozzi, Jr., MD, specializes in pancreatic cancer, gastrointestinal cancer (pancreaticobiliary), genitourinary cancer, hematologic oncology (lymphomas) and myelodysplasia. Dr. Picozzi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucagonoma. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

Clancy J. Clark, MD is a board-certified surgeon specializing in hepatobiliary and pancreas surgery with expertise in minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques. His practice focuses on the surgical management of liver, bile duct, and pancreatic cancers, as well as benign conditions such as bile duct injuries, pancreatitis, and liver tumors. With fellowship training from the Mayo Clinic and extensive experience in complex surgical oncology, Dr. Clark is committed to providing the highest standard of care using the latest advancements in surgical technology.Dr. Clark strives to build trust, transparency, and shared decision-making with his patients. He will take the time to ensure patients and their families fully understand their diagnosis and treatment options, empowering them to make informed decisions. Surgery can be overwhelming, and Dr. Clark helps guide patients through the process with clarity and compassion. By utilizing minimally invasive techniques, Dr. Clark aims to improve surgical outcomes, reduce recovery times, and enhance overall quality of life.Dr. Clark is an internationally recognized surgeon and researcher focused on improving outcomes in hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery, with an emphasis on surgical innovation, healthcare informatics, and clinical trials for gastrointestinal cancers. He has led national studies evaluating surgical risk assessment, perioperative optimization, and novel treatment strategies. Additionally, Dr. Clark is actively involved in shaping surgical education and policy through leadership roles in national surgical societies.Outside of work, Dr. Clark enjoys fly fishing, skiing, and traveling.  He has a passion for Formula One racing, which reflects his appreciation for precision, innovation, and continuous improvement—principles that also guide his surgical practice. Dr. Clark is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucagonoma. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Acute Pancreatitis, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

Maryam Parviz is a Surgical Oncologist in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Parviz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucagonoma. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Insulinoma, Pancreatectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Parviz is currently accepting new patients.

Nishant Puri is a Gastroenterologist in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Puri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucagonoma. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Pancreatitis, Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Puri is currently accepting new patients.

"Scott Helton, MD, specializes in minimally invasive and open surgery of the liver, bile ducts, gallbladder, pancreas and spleen. He has a special interest in chronic pancreatitis, pancreatic cancer, liver cancer, bile duct tumors, repair of bile duct injuries, complex abdominal and inguinal hernias, and chronic groin pain after inguinal hernia repair.Dr. Helton is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.In his free time, Dr. Helton enjoys golfing, skiing and surfing.Curriculum VitaeAwards/AccoladesDirector, Liver, Pancreas and Biliary Surgical Center of Excellence, Virginia Mason, 2011-presentSenior Humanitarian Award; University of California, IrvineClosing Speaker, National Youth Leadership Foundation, ChicagoClinical Professor of Surgery, University of Washington, SeattlePast President, Seattle Surgical Society, 2020Past President, American Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association Foundation, 2012-2015Past President, American Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association, 2009-2010Past Treasurer, International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary AssociationTeacher of the Year Award, Department of Surgery, Hospital of Saint Raphael, 2008Chairman, Department of Surgery, Hospital of St. Raphael's, CT, 2006-2011AOA Outstanding Clinical Director Teaching Award, UIC College of Medicine, 2005-2006Gastrointestinal Surgery Advisory Committee, American Board of Surgery, 2004-2009Olga Jonasson Award for Most Outstanding Teacher, Department of Surgery, University of Illinois, 2003Professor and Chair of Surgery, University of Illinois Chicago, 1998-2006Associate Professor of Surgery, University of Washington, 1996-1998Editorial Boards: HPB, Am J Surgery, World J Surgery, J of Pancreas, J Surgical Oncology, J Interventional Oncology, J Surgical Radiology, Gastrointestinal EndoscopySeattle Metropolitan Magazine, ""Seattle's Top Doctors"" 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2019Castle Connolly Regional Top Doctor, 2019". Dr. Helton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucagonoma. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Hernia, Pancreatectomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

Toni Roberts, MD, PhD, FACP, cares for adults facing a cancer diagnosis. Dr. Roberts understands that each patient's journey through cancer is unique, and she considers it both a privilege and a profound responsibility to share in this journey.Her mission is to help her patients and their families understand their disease, address their fears and uncertainties, offer the most current diagnosis and treatment options, partner with them as they face the challenge of cancer, and provide support and care throughout their journey. Optimal care, support and empowerment are primary treatment goals.Dr. Roberts is a Fellow of American College of Physicians (FACP), and member of the American Medical Association, American Society of Clinical Oncology and American Society of Hematology. Dr. Roberts is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucagonoma. Her top areas of expertise are Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Intraductal Papilloma.

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 an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucagonoma. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Gallbladder Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.

Thomas Biehl, MD, FACS is a board-certified general surgeon with expertise in laparoscopic procedures (cholecystectomy, splenectomy, adrenalectomy, hernia repair, appendectomy, colon resection), liver resection, pancreatic resection, hernia surgery and adrenal surgery.Dr. Biehl is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) and clinical instructor of surgery at University of Washington. Dr. Biehl is a member of many medical societies including Fellow of American College of Surgeons, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract, North Pacific Surgical Society and Western Surgical Society. Dr. Biehl was selected Seattle Surgical Society Top Doctor, Seattle Magazine in 2009, 2010 and 2019; and Top Doctor, Seattle Met Magazine in 2009, 2010 and 2019. Dr. Biehl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucagonoma. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Acute Pancreatitis, Hernia, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

Dr. Li is board cerified in internal medicine, medical oncology and hematology. She received a medical degree from University of Tennessee in Memphis. Dr. Li completed her residency training at University of Rochester/Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, N.Y. Dr. Li is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucagonoma. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Familial Colorectal Cancer.

Dr. Darlene Barr is a multiple time recipient of the Seattle Top Doctor Award and most recently received the 2023 Seattle Magazine Top Doc Award. Dr. Barr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucagonoma. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Pancreatic Adenoma, Pancreatectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Venu Pillarisetty is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Pillarisetty is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucagonoma. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Pillarisetty is currently accepting new patients.

Elena Chiorean is an Oncologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Chiorean is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucagonoma. Her top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

Juan Mejia is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist in Moses Lake, Washington. Dr. Mejia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucagonoma. His top areas of expertise are Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Mejia is currently accepting new patients.

Joseph Frankhouse is a Colorectal Surgeon in Vancouver, Washington. Dr. Frankhouse is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucagonoma. His top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Proctitis, Hemorrhoids, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery.

Wichit Srikureja is a Gastroenterologist in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Srikureja is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucagonoma. His top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Stricture, Neuroma Biliary Tract, Cholestasis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Srikureja is currently accepting new patients.

Lia Head is an Oncologist in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Head has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucagonoma. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Dehydration, and Neuroendocrine Tumor. Dr. Head is currently accepting new patients.

Rishabh Gulati is an Internal Medicine provider in Silverdale, Washington. Dr. Gulati is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucagonoma. His top areas of expertise are Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Indigestion, Gastrectomy, and Lithotripsy. Dr. Gulati is currently accepting new patients.

Saritha Thumma is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Thumma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucagonoma. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Dehydration, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Thumma is currently accepting new patients.

Deepjot Singh is a Hematologist in Coupeville, Washington. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucagonoma. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).

Srivalli Gopaluni is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Gopaluni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Glucagonoma. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Dehydration, Anal Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Gopaluni is currently accepting new patients.