Jae Sim is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Sim is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otosclerosis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Otosclerosis, Otosclerosis, Osmotic Diuresis, Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus, and Mastoidectomy. Dr. Sim is currently accepting new patients.

Seth Schwartz, MD, is a board-certified otolaryngologist/neurotologist who provides cares for a wide-range of ear problems ranging from hearing loss and chronic ear disease to skull-base tumors. He specializes in cochlear implants, acoustic neuroma, hearing reconstructive surgery, chronic ear disease, and other medical and surgical management of ear problems.Dr. Schwartz enjoys helping people to communicate better through hearing restoration surgery and cochlear implants, which is a large part of what he does as the head of the cochlear implant program at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. He finds it hugely rewarding to be able to play a part in enhancing the quality of patients' lives through this transformative surgery.When not busy practicing medicine, Dr. Schwartz enjoys skiing, biking and spending time in the outdoors. Dr. Schwartz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Acoustic Neuroma, Infant Hearing Loss, Schwannoma, Myringotomy, and Adenoidectomy.

Daniel Zeitler, MD, is a board-certified otolaryngologist who specializes in otology and neurotology, including cochlear implants, acoustic neuroma (vestibular schwannoma) and skull base surgery, middle ear reconstructive surgery, chronic ear disease, disorders of the facial nerve, and medical and surgical management of ear problems.Dr. Zeitler recognizes the importance of establishing a level of trust and respect with each patient. He asks questions to understand their concerns and needs, and explains how he can assist them. As a subspecialist, he finds it immensely rewarding to be able to help patients who have exhausted common treatment options. While cochlear implants are normally reserved for patients who are deaf in both ears, Dr. Zeitler is excited to offer cochlear implantation to patients who are deaf in just one ear, and he enjoys seeing the positive results for these patients.Dr. Zeitler is a member of the American Neurotology Society, Triological Society, American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, and serves on the Board of the American Cochlear Implant Alliance. He is a medical advisor to the Acoustic Neuroma Association. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.Away from work, Dr. Zeitler enjoys water skiing, snow skiing, soccer, cycling, traveling and reading. Dr. Zeitler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Hearing Loss, Infant Hearing Loss, Trichinosis, and Familial Deafness.

Trac Duong, MD, practices all aspects of adult and pediatric otolaryngology. He is subspecialty-trained in otology and neurotology and specializes in treating patients with complex diseases of the ear and skull base.  He performs microsurgery, including endoscopic ear surgery, to treat hearing loss, tympanic membrane perforation, otosclerosis, chronic ear infections, cholesteatoma, vestibular schwannoma and tumors of the ear and skull base. He has over 10 years of experience performing cochlear implant surgery and working with implantable hearing technology. He also treats patients with peripheral vestibular disorders such as Meniere's disease.He believes that excellent and compassionate care starts with listening and taking the time to educate his patients so they can be more effective partners in their own care. He considers it a privilege to care for his patients. Dr. Duong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Cholesteatoma, DFNB1, and Jones Syndrome.

Jay Rubinstein is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist and an Otolaryngologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Rubinstein is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Meniere Disease, Vertigo, Hearing Loss, and Acoustic Neuroma. Dr. Rubinstein is currently accepting new patients.

Clifford Hume is an Otolaryngologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Hume is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Ruptured Eardrum, Vertigo, Infant Hearing Loss, and DFNB1. Dr. Hume is currently accepting new patients.

Roger S. Zundel, MD, practices general and pediatric otolaryngology, endocrine surgery, head and neck cancer, and otology. He believes listening to his patients is the key to earning their trust. He understands that ensuring a patient feels cared for is as important as his medical expertise. He is an active member of Overlake Hospital's staff and has served on multiple hospital committees.Outside of work, Dr. Zundel enjoys skiing, hiking and spending time with his wife and three daughters. He is learning Spanish and classical guitar. Dr. Zundel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Trachoma, Laryngitis, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), and Infant Hearing Loss.

Thomas A. Knipe, MD, is a board-certified surgeon specializing in the medical and surgical treatment of adult and pediatric disorders of the head and neck. While practicing all aspects of otolaryngology, he has a special interest in sinus, sleep and breathing disorders and tumors of the head and neck. He is trained in advanced surgery of the sinuses and skull base to bring his patients safe and proven treatments for complex tumors of the skull base and more common sinus and breathing limitations alike. He treats patients with benign and malignant tumors of the head and neck including thyroid, parathyroid and salivary glands and is trained in salivary gland-saving endoscopic techniques to remove salivary stones. In his practice, he takes great care to educate his patients and apply his medical expertise to partner with and guide each one through important medical decisions.He is committed to serving the world’s poor and underserved through medical and surgical mission work. He travels overseas to perform surgical repair for children and adults with cleft lip and palate, thyroid disease and benign and malignant disorders of the head and neck.A native of the Seattle area, Dr. Knipe takes the Northwest’s healthy and active lifestyle to heart. He is an avid runner and works hard to keep up with his wife and two daughters. He also enjoys hiking, fishing and competing in ultimate Frisbee. Dr. Knipe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Laryngitis, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Trachoma, Perichondritis, and Tissue Biopsy.

Eric Eisen, MD, enjoys practicing the full range of both adult and pediatric general otolaryngology with a special focus in sinus and functional nasal surgery, surgery of the middle ear and mastoid, and soft tissue surgery of the head and neck. He believes that being a great doctor means being a great listener. His goal as a physician and as a surgeon is to connect with each and every patient on a personal level. This allows the patient to truly understand their condition and promotes informed, individualized decision-making.Dr. Eisen enjoys hiking with his dog, playing golf and tennis, and woodworking. He also loves to travel and explore new places. Dr. Eisen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Low Nasal Bridge, Nasal Septal Hematoma, Perichondritis, and Nasal Flaring.

Charles Mangham is an Otolaryngologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Mangham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Deafness, Occupational Hearing Loss, Infant Hearing Loss, and Patulous Eustachian Tube.

Chad Ruffin is an Otolaryngologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Ruffin has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otosclerosis. His top areas of expertise are Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Infant Hearing Loss, and Familial Deafness. Dr. Ruffin is currently accepting new patients.

Annie Ahn is an Otolaryngologist in Renton, Washington. Dr. Ahn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Otosclerosis. Her top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP). Dr. Ahn is currently accepting new patients.