Helen Kim, MD, is certified by the American College of Surgeons. She has a special interest in breast surgery, robotic surgery, and minimally invasive surgery. She is a trained and certified console surgeon on da Vinci® Single-Site™, the da Vinci® Surgical System, and EndoWrist®. She practices abdominal wall hernia repair and open, laparoscopic, and robot-assisted techniques for complex and recurrent hernias. She also performs gastrointestinal surgery, laparoscopic and open colectomy, cholecystectomy, appendectomy, anti-reflux surgery, and laparoscopic intra-abdominal scar release surgery.Dr. Kim treats high risk, benign, and malignant breast conditions through initial evaluation of high breast cancer risk patients, management and treatment of breast pain, nipple discharge, breast masses and image-detected lesions, as well as surgical management of breast cancer, which includes breast-conserving lumpectomy, skin-sparing and nipple-sparing mastectomy, and sentinel lymph node biopsy. She also coordinates breast reconstruction at the time of mastectomy.During her sabbatical year in 2010, she performed surgeries at Kijabe, Kenya as a short-term medical missionary for one month, travelled to France and Italy, and took oil-painting classes. In and out of the operating room, Dr. Kim places emphasis on meticulous surgical techniques and offers the most advanced minimally invasive approaches wherever applicable, while caring for the patient as a whole in the context of their other medical conditions. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ogilvie Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Gallbladder Disease, and Hernia Surgery.

Ravi Moonka, MD, is a specialist in diseases of the colon and rectum, including cancer, tumors, diverticulitis, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, rectal prolapse, ileostomy and colostomy reversal, and any other problem that can afflict the colon and rectum. Dr. Moonka is also an expert in the treatment of hernias, abdominal sarcomas, stomach cancer and gallstones.Dr. Moonka lives to make his patient's lives better. Sometimes he makes them a little better and sometimes a lot better. He does other things with his time, but nothing is more important or brings him more satisfaction than that. Dr. Moonka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ogilvie Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Val Simianu, MD, specializes in surgery for conditions of the colon, rectum and anal canal, such as cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. He also treats pelvic floor problems such as prolapse and incontinence. He has specialty training in laparoscopic, robotic and trans-anal approaches for these conditions.Dr. Simianu works very closely with other specialists, such as gastroenterologists, oncologists, radiation oncologists and urogynecologists, to plan the best course of treatment for each patient. He enjoys playing a part in his patients' journeys to recovery.Beyond his clinical expertise, Dr. Simianu actively conducts research studies on colorectal cancer, diverticulitis, inflammatory bowel disease and pelvic health problems. He has a special interest in population health, health-services research and surgical education, and serves as the Medical Director of the colorectal service line for Virginia Mason Franciscan Health's Center for Digestive Health.Away from work, Dr. Simianu enjoys hiking, mountaineering, soccer, and traveling and exploring local cuisine with his wife.Watch Dr. Simianu on King 5 Seattle:Dispelling common myths around colon health - New Day NW. Dr. Simianu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ogilvie Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Appendectomy.

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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ogilvie Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Encopresis, Colostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

Sean Wells is a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Wells is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ogilvie Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Wells is currently accepting new patients.

Katherine Mandell is a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Mandell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ogilvie Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Appendectomy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Mandell is currently accepting new patients.

Scott Brakenridge is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Brakenridge is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ogilvie Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Necrotizing Fasciitis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Gallbladder Removal, and Fasciotomy.

Jonathan Scott is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Scott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ogilvie Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cellulitis, and Gallbladder Removal.

John Tschirhart is a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Tschirhart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ogilvie Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Tschirhart is currently accepting new patients.

Ryan Martinez is a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Martinez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ogilvie Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Martinez is currently accepting new patients.

Darlene Barr is a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Barr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ogilvie Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Pancreatic Adenoma, Pancreatectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Barr is currently accepting new patients.

Jeffrey Weixler is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Weixler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ogilvie Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Familial Hypopituitarism, Obesity in Children, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Weixler is currently accepting new patients.

Dinh Tran is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Shoreline, Washington. Dr. Tran is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ogilvie Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Spasticity, Ogilvie Syndrome, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Dr. Tran is currently accepting new patients.

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 Ogilvie Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Acute Pancreatitis, Hernia, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

Mohan Mallipeddi, MD, specializes in minimally invasive (laparoscopic/robotic) surgery for hernias, benign esophageal disorders, stomach and intestinal cancer, and obesity.For all his surgical patients, Dr. Mallipeddi gives them the opportunity to express their own story. As a specialist in bariatric (obesity) surgery, he enjoys the opportunity to follow his patients over a long period of time, getting to know them along the way and witnessing their transformation toward better health.Away from work, Dr. Mallipeddi enjoys board games, movies, travel, family time and playing sports (soccer, volleyball, basketball, ultimate, badminton). Dr. Mallipeddi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ogilvie Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Short Bowel Syndrome, Hernia, Malnutrition, Endoscopy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

"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 Ogilvie Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreatectomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

Daniel Kim is a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Kim is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ogilvie Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Fistula, Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteral Reconstruction. Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

Nicole White-Thomas is a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. White-Thomas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ogilvie Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. White-Thomas is currently accepting new patients.

David Flum is a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Flum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ogilvie Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Obesity, Diverticular Disease, Appendectomy, and Gastric Bypass. Dr. Flum is currently accepting new patients.

Corey Johnson is a General Surgeon in Bellevue, Washington. Dr. Johnson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ogilvie Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Johnson is currently accepting new patients.