The 20 Best Hemorrhoids Doctors Near Me in Burien, WA

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Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 85 doctor with experience in Hemorrhoids near Burien, WA. Of these, 64 are Experienced, 15 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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    Christopher Duncan
    Advanced in Hemorrhoids
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Hemorrhoids
    Gastroenterology

    Franciscan Digestive Care Associates At St. Anne

    16233 Sylvester Road SW, Suite 290, 
    Burien, WA 
     (1.2 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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemorrhoids. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Hemorrhoids
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Hemorrhoids
    Gastroenterology

    Franciscan Digestive Care Associates At St. Anne

    16233 Sylvester Road SW, Suite 290, 
    Burien, WA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Oviea Akpotaire, MD, provides care for general gastrointestinal disease and colorectal cancer prevention. His special medical interests include obesity medicine/endoscopic bariatrics and public health.Dr. Akpotaire's approach is kind, warm, thoughtful and thorough. He enjoys empowering patients through education and health literacy, which gives them the tools to further participate in their own care. Seeing people regain a sense of control in the midst of illness motivates him to bring his best self to work. This engagement strengthens the patient-physician partnership, and aligns them on the shared and lifelong goal of living well and in good health.Dr. Akpotaire is a member of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and American Gastroenterological Association. He serves as an associate professor of gastroenterology at Virginia Mason.Dr. Akpotaire will treat patients at Virginia Mason Seattle Medical Center and St. Anne Hospital in Burien. Dr. Akpotaire is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemorrhoids. His top areas of expertise are Berdon Syndrome, Hemorrhoids, Gas Bloat Syndrome, and Anal Fissure.

    Daniel Bushyhead
    Experienced in Hemorrhoids
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Hemorrhoids
    Gastroenterology

    Franciscan Digestive Care Associates At St. Anne

    16233 Sylvester Road SW, Suite 290, 
    Burien, WA 
     (1.2 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 Hemorrhoids. His top areas of expertise are Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

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    Nathan Avery
    Experienced in Hemorrhoids
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hemorrhoids
    General Surgery

    Franciscan Surgical Associates At St. Anne

    16259 Sylvester Road SW, Suite 401, 
    Burien, WA 
     (1.2 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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemorrhoids. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, and Cholecystitis.

    Erina Kansakar
    Experienced in Hemorrhoids
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hemorrhoids
    General Surgery

    Franciscan Surgical Associates At St. Anne

    16259 Sylvester Road SW, Suite 401, 
    Burien, WA 
     (1.2 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 Hemorrhoids. Her top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

    Pierre Nader
    Experienced in Hemorrhoids
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Hemorrhoids
    Gastroenterology

    Franciscan Digestive Care Associates At St. Anne

    16233 Sylvester Road SW, Suite 290, 
    Burien, WA 
     (1.2 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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemorrhoids. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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

    Franciscan Surgical Associates At St. Anne

    16259 Sylvester Road SW, Suite 401, 
    Burien, WA 
     (1.2 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 Hemorrhoids. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Distinguished in Hemorrhoids
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Hemorrhoids
    General Surgery

    Uw Medicine/Valley Medical Center

    400 S 43rd St, 
    Renton, WA 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Phillip Dean is a General Surgeon in Renton, Washington. Dr. Dean is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemorrhoids. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Colorectal Cancer, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery.

    Katherine Y. Fan
    Advanced in Hemorrhoids
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Hemorrhoids
    Gastroenterology
    1221 Madison Street, Suite 1220, 
    Anchorage, WA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Fan is committed to providing the highest quality of care and is a proud recipient of the Physician Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence Award. Her passion for gastroenterology has earned her consistent recognition for exceptional contributions to patient care, medical education, and influential research. Dr. Fan is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, and American Gastroenterology Association. In addition to her dedication to patient well-being, Dr. Fan has been honored for her Exemplary Teaching of medical students at Brown University, shaping the next generation of physicians with her expertise and commitment to excellence. Dr. Fan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemorrhoids. Her top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Darren R. Pollock
    Advanced in Hemorrhoids
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Hemorrhoids
    Colorectal Surgery
    1101 Madison Street, Floor 5, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Darren Pollock most recently received the 2024 Colon/Rectal Surgery Top Doc designation and has received the Seattle Top Doc award for multiple years. Dr. Pollock specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus with an emphasis on the surgical management of benign and malignant disease. His primary interests include minimally invasive colon and rectal cancer surgery through laparoscopic and transanal approaches, inflammatory bowel disease, anorectal disease and colonoscopy. He is a Fellow in the American College of Surgeons and in the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. He believes in patient education and communication to give personalized care. Married with two children, Dr. Pollock enjoys cooking, physical fitness and travel. Dr. Pollock is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemorrhoids. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Levator Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

    Qing Zhang
    Advanced in Hemorrhoids
    Gastroenterology
    Advanced in Hemorrhoids
    Gastroenterology

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Qing Zhang, MD, PhD, specializes in general gastroenterology, gastroesophageal reflux disease, dysphagia and GI motility disorders. Dr. Zhang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemorrhoids. Her top areas of expertise are Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

    Jennifer (. Kaplan
    Advanced in Hemorrhoids
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Advanced in Hemorrhoids
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

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

    Jenny Kaplan, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon who specializes in colon and rectal surgery. Dr. Kaplan treats all aspects of colon, rectal and anal diseases which include: anorectal concerns, colon cancer, Crohn's disease, diverticulitis, pelvic floor disorders, presacral masses, rectal cancer, rectal prolapse and ulcerative colitis. She uses minimally invasive techniques including laparoscopic, robotic and transanal approaches.Dr. Kaplan enjoys all aspects of her specialty, from cancer to hemorrhoids. She strives to ensure that her patients feel well cared for and listened to, and takes the time to understand how she can best use her skills to help them get better.Away from work, Dr. Kaplan enjoys traveling and spending time with family. Dr. Kaplan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemorrhoids. Her top areas of expertise are Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Encopresis, Colostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Mitra Ehsan
    Distinguished in Hemorrhoids
    Colorectal Surgery
    Distinguished in Hemorrhoids
    Colorectal Surgery

    Office

    1231 116th Ave NE Ste 555, 
    Bellevue, WA 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mitra Ehsan is a Colorectal Surgeon in Bellevue, Washington. Dr. Ehsan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemorrhoids. Her top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Bowel Incontinence, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Proctitis, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

    Advanced in Hemorrhoids
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hemorrhoids
    General Surgery

    Valley Surgical Associates P.S.

    4011 Talbot Rd S Ste 420, 
    Renton, WA 
     (6.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Greta Bernier is a General Surgeon in Renton, Washington. Dr. Bernier is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemorrhoids. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Anal Fissure, and Hernia Surgery.

    Laura Gladstone
    Experienced in Hemorrhoids
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Hemorrhoids
    Colorectal Surgery

    Optum – Madison Center

    904 7th Ave, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I encourage my patients to participate actively in his or her care. Throughout the spectrum of conditions I treat, I value the opportunity to improve peoples lives through the art and science of medicine and surgery. Dr. Gladstone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemorrhoids. Her top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Bowel Incontinence, Encopresis, Proctitis, and Ileostomy.

    Andrew M. Perry
    Transplant Surgery
    Transplant Surgery
    1124 Columbia Street, Suite 600, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    My primary goal is to help patients attain life saving and life altering organ transplantation as expeditiously as possible. Patients with end-organ disease suffer waiting for transplantation, and my aim is to guide and help them achieve their goals of a second life after transplantation. Dr. Perry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemorrhoids. His top areas of expertise are Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Liver Failure, Chronic Antibody-Mediated Rejection, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant.

    Advanced in Hemorrhoids
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Hemorrhoids
    Colorectal Surgery
    1101 Madison Street, Floor 5, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rodney Kratz is a Colorectal Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Kratz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemorrhoids. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, Proctitis, Anal Fissure, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Kratz is currently accepting new patients.

    Melinda E. Hawkins
    Experienced in Hemorrhoids
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Hemorrhoids
    Colorectal Surgery
    1101 Madison Street, Floor 5, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Hawkins is a multiple time recipient of the Seattle Top Doctor Award and most recently received the 2024 Seattle Magazine Top Doc Award. She likes to take a full body approach to patient care, recognizing that the effects of a patient's disease can be taxing to both their physical and emotional well-being. Dr. Hawkins specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of disease of the colon, rectum and anus. This includes an interest in minimally invasive surgical approaches to colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease and diverticulitis, pelvic floor disorders such as fecal incontinence, colonoscopy and basic anorectal disorders. Dr. Hawkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemorrhoids. Her top areas of expertise are Levator Syndrome, Rectal Prolapse, Bowel Incontinence, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Amir L. Bastawrous
    Experienced in Hemorrhoids
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Hemorrhoids
    Colorectal Surgery
    1101 Madison Street, Floor 5, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Bastawrous (He/Him/His) most recently won the 2023 Seattle Met and Seattle Magazine Top Doctor Award and has won for multiple years. Dr. Bastawrous believes in a multidisciplinary team approach to patient care in which the patient, health care professionals and support personnel work together for the efficient and optimal care of the patient. In this way each member maximizes their skills. In the end, the patient is better off. Dr. Bastawrous is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemorrhoids. His top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Bowel Incontinence, Encopresis, Colostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Elizabeth K. Broussard
    Experienced in Hemorrhoids
    Experienced in Hemorrhoids
    1101 Madison Street, Suite 310, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I strive to work with patients to develop a clear plan for gastrointestinal health and wellness. Dr. Broussard's medical interests include: clostridium difficile diarrhea and fecal microbiota transplant, irritable bowel syndrome, women’s health, colon cancer screening, liver disease and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Broussard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hemorrhoids. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Hemorrhoids?

    Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the anus or lower part of the rectum.

    When should I see a Hemorrhoids doctor near Burien, 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 Hemorrhoids doctor near Burien, 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 Hemorrhoids doctors near Burien, 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 Hemorrhoids doctors near Burien, 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 Hemorrhoids doctor near Burien, 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 Hemorrhoids doctor search results page. 

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

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

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