Overview
Weigong Tong, MD, PhD, specializes in hematology and general oncology, with special interest in malignant hematology and gastrointestinal and genitourinary oncology. Dr. Tong strives to provide cutting-edge, evidence-based and compassionate care to every patient, with treatment tailored to their individual preferences, goals, values and general well-being. He is a strong patient advocate and does his best to engage the patient, their family and caretakers in making informed care decisions.Dr. Tong is a member of the American Society of Hematology and American Society of Clinical Oncology.Away from work, Dr. Tong enjoys running and tennis.
Dr. Tong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Hemochromatosis, and Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS).
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1900 Northwest Myhre Road, Silverdale, WA 98383
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Franciscan Gynecologic Oncology Associates At St. Joseph
Bahman Saffari, MD, PhD, is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and fellowship trained in gynecologic oncology. Dr. Saffari is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for his patients by providing nurturing, compassionate care using the most effective, innovative surgical and medical treatments possible.Dr. Saffari is a diplomat of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, an affiliate investigator for the Gynecologic Oncology Group and a member of the Pierce County Medical Society. Dr. Saffari is fluent in Farsi and can speak medical Spanish.In his spare time, Dr. Saffari enjoys outdoor activities such as biking, hiking and kayaking. Dr. Saffari is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Cancer, Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix, Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, Oophorectomy, and Hernia Surgery.
The Association Of University Physicians
Bobbie Rimel is a Gynecologic Oncologist and an Oncologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Rimel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor. Her top areas of expertise are Ovarian Cancer, Endometrial Cancer, Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Oophorectomy, and Hysterectomy.
Charles Drescher is an Oncologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Drescher has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor. His top areas of expertise are Ovarian Cancer, Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Endometrial Cancer, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Drescher is currently accepting new patients.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Drug-Induced ThrombocytopeniaDr. Tong isAdvanced. Learn about Drug-Induced Thrombocytopenia.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Tong isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Prostate CancerDr. Tong isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Prostate Cancer.
- HemochromatosisDr. Tong isAdvanced. Learn about Hemochromatosis.
- Iron Deficiency AnemiaDr. Tong isAdvanced. Learn about Iron Deficiency Anemia.
- Experienced
- Acute Mountain SicknessDr. Tong isExperienced. Learn about Acute Mountain Sickness.
- Adult Immune ThrombocytopeniaDr. Tong isExperienced. Learn about Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Tong isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- AgranulocytosisDr. Tong isExperienced. Learn about Agranulocytosis.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Anal CancerDr. Tong isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.