Swedish Thoracic Surgery - First Hill
Dr. Farivar is a multiple time recipient of the Seattle Top Doctor Award and most recently received the 2023 Seattle Magazine Top Doc Award. Dr. Farivar has a broad-based thoracic surgery practice. He enjoys helping patients and their families through their healthcare journey. He takes great effort to incorporate the needs and beliefs of patients and their families in his treatment plans. Dr. Farivar has a particular interest in lung and esophageal disorders, including cancer treatment. He also has interests in the appropriate use of robotic surgery to address thoracic surgery pathology, as well as malignant pleural mesothelioma. Dr. Farivar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy. Dr. Farivar is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Farivar is currently accepting new patients.
Virginia Mason Medical Center
Nanda Venu, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who specializes in inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, celiac disease, esophageal diseases, colon cancer, endoscopy and food allergies. He strives to offer his patients good treatment options and helps them to make informed choices.Dr. Venu enjoys building long-lasting relationships with patients and helping them to stay well and maintain a high quality of life over a lifetime. He feels he learns a lot from his patients, as he listens to their stories and witnesses their health journeys. Dr. Venu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Crohn's Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Venu is board certified in Gastroenterology, American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Venu is currently accepting new patients.
Virginia Mason Medical Center
Otto Lin, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who specializes in colonoscopy. Other areas of expertise include inflammatory bowel disease, hepatitis B and C, gastroesophageal reflux disease and peptic ulcer disease. He is also active in outcomes research, particularly as it relates to colon cancer screening.Dr. Lin finds it highly rewarding to follow patients over time. He believes that a positive physician-patient relationship can promote healing.Dr. Lin is the medical director of Quality Improvement for the Digestive Disease Institute at Virginia Mason, a clinical assistant professor of medicine at the University of Washington and a consultant for the Radiological Devices Panel at the FDA. He is also the recipient of several awards including the Franklin Ebaugh Award for Outstanding Research (Stanford Hospital), Glaxo Institute of Digestive Health Resource Award, Cabot Prize (Harvard Medical School) and Clinical Research Award (Benaroya Research Institute at Virginia Mason). Dr. Lin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Lin is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Subspecialty In Gastroenterology. Dr. Lin is currently accepting new patients.
Virginia Mason Medical Center
Joel Sternbach, MD, is a board-certified thoracic surgeon specializes in the minimally invasive treatment of benign and malignant conditions of the lung, esophagus, mediastinum, pleura and chest wall. He offers surgical solutions for esophageal motility disorders and reflux disease (GERD), and performs robotic and video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS). Dr. Sternbach is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Achalasia, Lung Nodules, Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Sternbach is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Sternbach is currently accepting new patients.
Virginia Mason Medical Center
Peter Blais, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who provides digestive disease care. He specializes in general gastroenterology, esophageal motility, functional bowel disease and colon cancer screening.Dr. Blais plays the banjo in his free time. Dr. Blais is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Achalasia, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Blais is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology. Dr. Blais is currently accepting new patients.
Virginia Mason Medical Center
Edward Cuaresma, MD, cares for patients with a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions, from celiac and Crohn's disease to irritable bowel syndrome and ulcerative colitis. Dr. Cuaresma is also experienced with endoscopy, a nonsurgical procedure where a flexible tube with a light and camera is used to visualize the digestive tract to aid in diagnosing and treating disease.Dr. Cuaresma understands how medical conditions affect a person's emotional and psychosocial well-being. His approach is that of an ongoing partnership with each patient, with an emphasis on accessibility and open communication as they work toward a common goal. He is dedicated to providing excellent, evidence-based digestive care.Away from work, Dr. Cuaresma enjoys photography, film and literature. He also enjoys hiking as a way to experience the nature unique to the Pacific Northwest. Dr. Cuaresma is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. His clinical expertise encompasses Neurogenic Bowel, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, and Familial Adenomatous Polyposis. Dr. Cuaresma is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cuaresma is currently accepting new patients.
Virginia Mason Medical Center
Gautam Mankaney, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who specializes in hereditary cancer syndromes (lynch syndrome, familial adenomatous polyposis, PTEN-tumor hamartoma syndromes, juvenile polyposis, Peutz-Jeghers, Li-Fraumeni, MutYH-associated polyposis, sessile serrated polyposis), fecal microbiota transplantation, endoscopy, gastroenterology and gastrointestinal cancer.Dr. Mankaney has a special medical interest in treating individuals with a personal or family history of a hereditary cancer syndrome, or at high risk for developing cancer.Dr. Mankaney serves as both the Director of Endoscopy and Director of Gastrointestinal Cancer Prevention. Previously, he has served as a Committee Chair for the Collaborative Group of Americas on Inherited Gastrointestinal Syndromes, and as a Training Committee member with the American College of Gastroenterology. He has received multiple teaching awards.Away from work, he enjoys tennis, bouldering, hiking and traveling. Dr. Mankaney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Stomach Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Mankaney is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Subspecialty In Gastroenterology. Dr. Mankaney is currently accepting new patients.
The Polyclinic Broadway - Gastroenterology
Dr. Headstrom focuses on evaluation and management of gastrointestinal and liver diseases. She performs endoscopic procedures including upper endoscopy and colonoscopy. She has a special interest in inflammatory bowel disease including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Dr. Headstrom is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. She is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Diarrhea, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Headstrom is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Headstrom is currently accepting new patients.
Seattle Gastroenterology Fremont
Dr. Bernstein enjoys hiking, travel, cooking, and movies. Dr. Bernstein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tenesmus, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Bernstein is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bernstein is currently accepting new patients.
Mohit Girotra is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Girotra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Jaundice, Choledocholithiasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Girotra is currently accepting new patients.
Seattle Gastroenterology Northgate
Darik Taniguchi is a provider with privileges at a Swedish Medical Center. Dr. Taniguchi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Volvulus, Portal Hypertension, Indigestion, Diarrhea, and Endoscopy. Dr. Taniguchi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.
The Polyclinic Broadway - Gastroenterology
I find the practice of medicine to be intellectually rewarding and I go to great length to study the evolving therapies through careful review of medical journals and attendance of lectures and medical meetings. My greatest pleasure in the practice of medicine is the personal connection I make with patients. With each patient I strive to understand their concerns and motivations to allow me to deliver care in a compassionate and thoughtful manner. Dr. Pepin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Pepin is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Pepin is currently accepting new patients.
VA Puget Sound Healthcare System
Roger Tatum is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Tatum is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Heartburn, Achalasia, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.
Franciscan Medical Clinic - Westwood
BichLien Do, MD offers complete care for the whole family, with special interest in women's health. Dr. Do values and cares for patients as individuals, listening and responding to their concerns and ensuring they get what they need from each doctor visit. Her mission is to assist each patient to achieve optimal health through a strong patient-physician partnership. Dr. Do is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Papular Urticaria, Infant Hyperglycemia, Diabetic Nephropathy, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Do is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Do is currently accepting new patients.
Swedish Gastroenterology - Issaquah
Dr. Price practices general Gastroenterology with a particular interest in esophageal motility, eosinophilic esophagitis, acid reflux disease, inflammatory bowel disease, and colorectal cancer screening. She believes effective communication is the cornerstone to understanding different treatment options and providing evidence based practices for each person's unique situation. She feels it is an honor to help people. Dr. Price wants to provide preventative care and management for patients with chronic GI illnesses. Dr. Price is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Price is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Price is currently accepting new patients.
Swedish Gastroenterology-First Hill
Rohit Sharda is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Sharda is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mallory-Weiss Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Esophagitis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.
Optum - Broadway
Stan Lee is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Hepatitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Lee is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.
Gme Office University Of Washington
Robert Yates is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Yates is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy.
Gme Office University Of Washington
Andrew Kaz is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Kaz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Heartburn, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.
Gme Office University Of Washington
Saurabh Khandelwal is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Khandelwal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heartburn. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Obesity, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gastric Bypass, and Endoscopy.
Last Updated: 04/28/2026












