The 20 Best Meningitis Doctors in Washington, US

Ramona Popa, MD, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained infectious disease physician with experience treating adults with diverse pathology, including HIV, hepatitis C, diabetic foot infections, endocarditis and parasitic diseases, to name just a few.Dr. Popa's philosophy of care involves listening to her patients and their families, putting them first and including them in the decision-making process.Dr. Popa is a member of the Infectious Diseases Society of America, American Medical Association and American College of Physicians.Away from work, she enjoys reading and spending time with her family. Dr. Popa is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningitis. Her top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, Infective Endocarditis, and Toxic Shock Syndrome.

Thomas Kwiatkowski is a Neurologist in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Kwiatkowski is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningitis. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Epilepsy, Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, and Peripheral Neuropathy.

Leslie Linares-Hengen, MD, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained infectious disease physician. He has decades of experience providing care for diverse patients within the entire spectrum of infectious diseases. He treats adults age 18 and older.Dr. Linares-Hengen strives to partner with his patients and engage them in the treatment process to ensure the most effective care. He provides state-of-the-art care in line with their individual goals and values.Away from work, he enjoys surfing, cooking, viewing art and traveling. Dr. Linares is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, Infectious Arthritis, and Infective Endocarditis.

Nate Nelson, DO, is a board-certified family medicine physician offering patient-centered primary care across the lifespan, from kindergarten onward.Dr. Nelson believes that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. He also recognizes that each patient is unique, with his or her own circumstances, worries, expectations and goals. Accordingly, he tailors his care to each patient and works in partnership with them to optimize prevention of illness and to improve recovery. His goal is for each patient to be heard, to feel comfortable and confident in his care, and to feel they have a true advocate in an increasingly complex health care world.Dr. Nelson is a member of the American Osteopathic Association and American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians.Away from work, he enjoys outdoor recreation with his wife and kids, and participating in endurance running events such as ultramarathons. Dr. Nelson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningitis. His top areas of expertise are Fungal Arthritis, Opisthotonos, Muscle Spasms, and High Cholesterol.

Dr. Sinoff’s approach is “Partnered Care”.* In partnered care there are two “experts”. 1. The patient is the expert who best knows their personal core values, and their unique medical history, including prior and current illnesses, reactions to medication (expected and unexpected) as well as their unique emotional profile. 2. The care provider has training in medical science, growing in the career-long process of accumulating information and experience utilized to address specific issues pertinent to the patient’s health concerns. In a healthcare setting, the two experts ideally combine competencies with the goal of creating the most positive outcomes possible — from the patient’s point of view. * Making the Patient Your Partner, Thomas Gordon Ph.D. and W. Sterling Edwqrds, M.D. - 1995. Dr. Sinoff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningitis. His top areas of expertise are Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, and Hydrocephalus.

Dr. Monteith's philosophy of care is to approach the care of each of his patients as if they were a member of his own family. He strives to give his patients the best possible outcome by combining the latest technological advances with personalized clinical care. When possible, he uses endovascular or minimally invasive surgical approaches, so that his patients can recover from their procedure and get back to their normal lives as soon as possible. Dr. Monteith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningitis. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery.

Oanh Nguyen, DO is a board-certified neurologist who focuses on adult general neurology and sleep medicine. Dr. Nguyen fosters open, honest relationships with her patients. She strives to understand the goals of each patient, and to provide the essential tools and information a patient needs to stay fit, healthy and happy.Dr. Nguyen is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, American Academy of Sleep Medicine and American Osteopathic Association.In her off-hours, Dr. Nguyen enjoys spending time with her family, tennis, yoga and cooking. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningitis. Her top areas of expertise are CAPOS Syndrome, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Migraine, and Memory Loss.

Dr. Litvack values a collaborative multi-disciplinary approach to caring for patients suffering from benign or malignant brain tumors, head and neck cancers involving the brain and spine, chronic pain and degenerative spinal disorders. Dr. Litvack applies his unique expertise in skull base surgery, neuroendoscopy, minimally invasive cranial, and minimally invasive spinal surgery to restore patients to health while minimizing the physical and emotional impact of surgery. His patients benefit from being fully informed of their disease and their treatment options. Dr. Litvack and his patients also benefit from 24/7 access to a team of fellowship-trained physicians and surgeons with extensive experience in Neurosurgery, Otolaryngology, Neuroanesthesia, Neuro-endocrinology, Neuro-ophthalmology, Neuro-Oncology and Radiation Oncology. Dr. Litvack has also been selected by Seattle Magazine and Seattle Metropolitan Magazine as a Top Doctor in the field of Neurosurgery. Dr. Litvack is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningitis. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Prolactinoma, Hypothalamic Tumor, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Awake Craniotomy.

Jolie Keenan, MD, is a board-certified infectious disease specialist with medical interest in general infectious diseases, hepatitis B and C, HIV, STIs, tropical medicine and outpatient parenteral antibiotic therapy. She treats patients ages 18 and older. Dr. Keenan takes the time to listen to her patients and works in collaboration with them to overcome disease.Most recently, Dr. Keenan headed up the hepatitis B and C program at the Community Health Center of Snohomish County and served as an infectious disease consultant. Dr. Keenan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningitis. Her top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis, Strep Throat, Infective Endocarditis, and Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA).

“To cure sometimes, to relieve often, and to comfort, always.” Dr. Fong approaches each patient with dignity and compassion. She is the patient’s medical advocate, providing expert guidance to help patients understand their neurological condition and select the best possible treatments for their well-being. She is passionate about teaching and enjoys developing supportive patient-doctor relationships. Clinical interests: General neurology, multiple sclerosis, neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder, optic neuritis, transverse, myelitis, acute demyelinating encephalomyelitis (ADEM), autoimmune encephalitis, neurosarcoidosis. Dr. Fong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningitis. Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Arachnoiditis, and Meningitis.

Dr. Eve Feinberg approaches neurological visual disorders from a lens of compassion and understanding. She acknowledges that a patient's whole life may be changed due to a neurological visual disorder and focuses her time with patients on listening to their struggles and tailoring each visit towards the pursuit of a careful diagnosis and treatment. Her intent is to demystify complicated neurological concepts and to communicate in a clear and precise manner removing the anxiety that can be associated with neuro ophthalmological problems, and to support patients as they proceed through treatment. Some of her clinical interests include; Optic Neuropathy, Giant Cell Arterits, Optic Neuritis, Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension, Nystagmus, Neuromylitis Optica, MOGAD, Anisocoria, Ptosis, Visual Hallucinations, Visual Field Loss, and Papilledema. Dr. Feinberg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningitis. Her top areas of expertise are Optic Neuritis, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, and Meningitis.

Dr. Patel is a neurosurgeon at the Swedish Neuroscience Institute. His philosophy of care is to provide comprehensive care and superior service in order to help and change the lives of his patients for the better. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningitis. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Subdural Hematoma, Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery, and Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery.

Snehal Bansod, MD, is an infectious disease physician who treats adults. Her areas of interest include transplant infectious disease, antibiotic stewardship and tropical infectious diseases. Dr. Bansod strives to educate her patients and empower them to make informed health care decisions. She also treats each patient as if they were a family member or friend.Dr. Bansod is a member of the Infectious Diseases Society of America and American Academy of HIV Medicine.Away from work, Dr. Bansod enjoys hiking, cooking and reading with her husband and  two dogs. Dr. Bansod is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningitis. Her top areas of expertise are Infective Endocarditis, Strep Throat, Endocarditis, and Osteomyelitis.

E. Owen Martinez, MD, is a board-certified neurologist with special medical interest in clinical neurophysiology and epilepsy.Dr. Martinez understands that neurologic diseases are complex, often affecting the physical, mental and emotional aspects of one's life. As such, his goal is to always give world-class, compassionate care, treating not only the underlying pathology but also the whole person.Dr. Martinez is a Diplomate of the American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine and holds an added qualification in VEEG monitoring through the American Board of Clinical Neurophysiology. He is a member of the American Clinical Neurophysiology Society, American Academy of Neurology and American Medical Association. Dr. Martinez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningitis. His top areas of expertise are Partial Familial Epilepsy, Tension Headache, Seizures, Partial Seizure, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Dr. Jason D. Goldman is a physician who specializes in Infectious Diseases, especially in patients with weakened immune systems (aka immunocompromised). Dr. Goldman is an expert in treating patients with solid organ transplants or bone marrow transplants, patients with cancer, and patients on other medicines which modify or impair the immune system. He has a special interest in chronic viral infections such as HIV and hepatitis viruses. Dr. Goldman's practice philosophy is to collaborate with his patients and make sure that decision-making is shared with the goal to build trust and improve long term health. His patients experience his attention to details, collaboration with other physicians and will obtain excellent access to appointments. Dr. Goldman also works in clinical research, which can help to bring cutting edge treatments to his patients for rare, new or difficult to treat diseases, including SARS-CoV-2. Dr. Goldman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningitis. His top areas of expertise are Strongyloidiasis, Long Haul COVID, Strep Throat, and Retropharyngeal Abscess.

Dr. Joshua Buck is a Neurologist at the Swedish Neuroscience Institute. Dr. Buck is committed to bringing you the highest quality care. He strives to help you understand your neurological disorders and to make you a partner in your care. In his free time, he enjoys travel, hiking, board games, and podcasts. Dr. Buck is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningitis. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Arachnoiditis, Migraine, and Essential Tremor.

Robert Geise, MD, specializes in HIV, infections in immunocompromised patients (cancer, immunosuppressive agents), bone, joint and soft tissue infections, sepsis and care of the critically ill patient.Outside of his practice, Dr. Geise enjoys traveling with his family, being involved with his local schools, hiking, biking, exercise, his dogs, goats, chickens, various other pets and most importantly, family time. Dr. Geise is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis in Children, Mediastinitis, and Infectious Arthritis.

Kam Vaziri, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician offering patient-centered primary care for adults.Dr. Vaziri believes all patients deserve to be treated as he would treat a family member, with respect and a high quality of care. His practice is based heavily on the four pillars of bioethics: autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence and justice. He is particularly interested in providing care to underserved communities.Dr. Vaziri is a member of the American College of Physicians.Outside of work, he enjoys tennis, soccer and backpacking globally. Dr. Vaziri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningitis. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Vitrectomy, and Trabeculectomy.

Young-ki Paik is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Port Orchard, Washington. Dr. Paik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningitis. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, High Cholesterol, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Paik is currently accepting new patients.

Marcus Ponce de Leon, MD, FAAN, is a board-certified neurologist with fellowship training in movement disorders. He loves providing excellent, compassionate, evidence-based care to his patients and believes they should have a strong input into their care. Patient education and patient satisfaction are his priorities.Dr. Ponce de Leon is a Fellow of the American Academy of Neurology and a member of the Movement Disorder Society. He most recently served as the director of the TBI Clinic/Intrepid Center at Madigan Army Medical Center and as an assistant professor of neurology with the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences.Away from work he enjoys hiking. Dr. De Leon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meningitis. His top areas of expertise are Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Migraine, Essential Tremor, and Cerebellar Degeneration.