The 20 Best Pilonidal Sinus Disease Doctors Near Me in Bellingham, WA

Find the Top Pilonidal Sinus Disease Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 148 doctor with experience in Pilonidal Sinus Disease near Bellingham, WA. Of these, 138 are Experienced, 9 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery

    Swedish Surgical Specialists First Hill

    1221 Madison Street, Suite 1411, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I believe in combining a patient-centered approach with professional surgical care. I am here to listen and understand your surgical issues, answer your questions, address your concerns, and formulate a plan of care that is medically sound while accounting for your personal needs. Dr. Martinez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pilonidal Sinus Disease. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Martinez is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Martinez is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    Colorectal Surgery

    Swedish Colon & Rectal Clinic - First Hill

    1101 Madison Street, Floor 5, 
    Seattle, WA 
    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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pilonidal Sinus Disease. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Levator Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Pollock is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Pollock is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery

    Franciscan Surgical Associates At St. Clare

    11311 Bridgeport Way SW, Suite 309, 
    Lakewood, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Schleichert, DO, is a board-certified general surgeon who provides safe, high quality patient care. Understanding that surgery can be a stressful and intimidating event, he strives to ease these sentiments by building a trusting relationship with each patient and creating a supportive environment. His goal is for his patients to feel confident that all their questions and concerns have been addressed and that they will receive the best care possible. He believes in maintaining cost-effective practices, and uses evidence-based medicine to drive and support this approach.Dr. Schleichert trained with renowned colorectal surgeons at the Ferguson Clinic and has extensive experience practicing at a Breast Cancer Center of Excellence (Grand Rapids, Michigan). He is a member of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons, American Osteopathic Association and American Medical Association.Outside of work, Dr. Schleichert enjoys being outdoors with his wife and daughters, ice hockey, baseball and skiing. Dr. Schleichert is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pilonidal Sinus Disease. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Umbilical Hernia, and Epidural Lipomatosis. Dr. Schleichert is board certified in General Surgery. Dr. Schleichert is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Advanced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Franciscan Surgical Associates At St. Joseph

    1708 S Yakima Avenue, Suite 105 & 112, 
    Tacoma, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shalini Kanneganti, MD, FACS, FASCRS, is a fellowship-trained surgeon specializing in the treatment of colon and rectal diseases. Her areas of expertise include the laparoscopic treatment of colon and rectal disease; diagnostic and therapeutic colonoscopy; surgical management of colon and rectal cancer; inflammatory bowel disease; diverticulitis; rectal prolapse; hemorrhoids; fecal incontinence; anal fissures; anal abscesses; and fistulas.Dr. Kanneganti endeavors to deliver care with the highest order of compassion and innovation. She is dedicated to healing patients through surgical intervention.Shalini Kanneganti, MD, #1 Colorectal Surgeon in Pierce County, Top 3 in Washington State. Dr. Kanneganti is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pilonidal Sinus Disease. She is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Bladder Reconstruction, and Colostomy. Dr. Kanneganti is board certified in American Board Of Colon & Rectal Surgery. Dr. Kanneganti is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery

    Franciscan Surgical Associates At St. Anne

    16259 Sylvester Road SW, Suite 401, 
    Burien, WA 
    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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pilonidal Sinus Disease. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, and Cholecystitis. Dr. Avery is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery

    Parkway Surgical Center

    2940 Squalicum Pkwy Ste 204, 
    Bellingham, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Keith Vandergriend is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Bellingham, Washington. Dr. Vandergriend is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pilonidal Sinus Disease. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Femoral Hernia, Hernia, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, and Umbilical Hernia.

    Advanced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery

    Multicare General Surgery-Puyallup

    1519 3rd St SE Ste 230, 
    Puyallup, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Petty is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Puyallup, Washington. Dr. Petty is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pilonidal Sinus Disease. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Advanced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery

    Uw Medicine/Valley Medical Center

    400 S 43rd St, 
    Renton, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Phillip Dean is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Renton, Washington. Dr. Dean is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pilonidal Sinus Disease. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Colorectal Cancer, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    Colorectal Surgery

    Office

    1231 116th Ave NE Ste 555, 
    Bellevue, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mitra Ehsan is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Bellevue, Washington. Dr. Ehsan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pilonidal Sinus Disease. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Bowel Incontinence, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Proctitis, and Hemorrhoidectomy. Dr. Ehsan is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery

    Proliance Surgeons

    7320 216th St SW, Suite B-20, 
    Edmonds, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Olsen grew up during his early childhood in Gig Harbor, WA before moving to Helena, MT prior to high school. He attended the University of Montana for his undergraduate degree, earning a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology; graduating with high honors while playing football for the National Champion Griz program. He obtained his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Washington here in Seattle. His general surgery residency was completed in Denver, CO at Saint Joseph Hospital. Following residency Dr. Olsen spent 7 years as a military surgeon in the United States Air Force, highlighted by earning a Bronze Star during his deployment to Afghanistan in 2012. He was the Chief of Surgery at RAF Lakenheath in the United Kingdom from 2014-2016. He joined Proliance Surgical Specialist of Edmonds in June of 2016. Dr. Olsen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pilonidal Sinus Disease. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Rectal Prolapse, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Olsen is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Olsen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery

    Franciscan Center For Weight Management At St. Michael

    1950 NW Myhre Road, Floor 2, 
    Silverdale, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Angel Reyes, MD, FACS, FASMBS, DABOM, is a distinguished Fellow of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.  He specializes in minimally invasive, laparoscopic and robotic-assisted bariatric procedures. Dr. Reyes believes first-rate medical care must be holistic and attend to mind, body and spirit. It must also emphasize patient education, ensuring patients understand the disease process, how medical and surgical interventions can help, and the path to a healthy lifestyle.A veteran of the United States Army, Dr. Reyes served as Director of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, WA.Dr. Reyes is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) and American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). He is a member of The Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES), American Hernia Society (AHS), Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (AGES), and a Diplomat of the American Board of Obesity Medicine (DABOM).Dr. Reyes' areas of expertise include:Robotic gastric bypassRobotic sleeve gastrectomy (gastric sleeve)Robotic duodenal switchRobotic and laparoscopic bariatric revisionsLaparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LAP-BAND) managementLaparoscopic gastric bypassLaparoscopic sleeve gastrectomyMinimally invasive surgeryAway from work, Dr. Reyes-Villanueva enjoys outdoor activities including hiking and skiing with his family and motorcycle riding. Dr. Reyes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pilonidal Sinus Disease. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Reyes is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Reyes is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery

    Franciscan Surgical Associates At St. Francis

    34509 9th Ave S, Suite 204, 
    Federal Way, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jihui Li, MD, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon with special interest in advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery. Dr. Li cares for patients with his heart and heals them with his hands. He works in partnership with his patients to diagnose and treat their health concerns.Dr. Li is a member of the American Medical Association and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He looks forward to working with referring physicians to achieve the best surgical outcome for patients.Conditions and Procedures:Abdominal herniaAdvanced laparoscopic surgeryBreast cancerColon cancerColonoscopyGastroesophageal reflux diseaseGallbladder diseaseGastrointestinal diseaseHiatal herniaUpper endoscopyRobotic surgery. Dr. Li is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pilonidal Sinus Disease. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Endoscopy. Dr. Li is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Li is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery

    Kitsap General Surgery, PLLC

    9927 Mickelberry Rd., Suite 121, 
    Silverdale, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Wixted is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Silverdale, Washington. Dr. Wixted is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pilonidal Sinus Disease. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Epidural Lipomatosis, Hernia, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Wixted is board certified in General Surgery. Dr. Wixted is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery

    Franciscan Surgical Associates - Enumclaw

    1818 Cole Street, 
    Enumclaw, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anita Pabani, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon with special medical interest in breast surgery and critical care.Dr. Pabani takes the time to listen to her patients, educate them on their diagnoses, discuss available treatment options and work as a team to make informed decisions regarding their care. She is dedicated to achieving excellent surgical outcomes.Dr. Pabani is an Associate Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a Junior Fellow of the International College of Surgeons. She is a member of the Canadian Association of General Surgeons, Newfoundland and Labrador Medical Association, and Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons MOC. Dr. Pabani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pilonidal Sinus Disease. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Umbilical Hernia, and Gallbladder Disease. Dr. Pabani is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Pabani is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery

    Franciscan Surgical Associates At St. Francis

    34509 9th Ave S, Suite 204, 
    Federal Way, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anna Hubbard, MD, is a well-rounded general surgeon with exposure to both acute care surgery and bread-and-butter general surgery, including hernias, gallbladder disease, breast surgery, benign anorectal conditions, skin and soft tissues masses, diverticular disease and colon cancer. She also has experience with basic endoscopy, robotic surgery and complex laparoscopy. Dr. Hubbard strives to provide high-quality, evidence-based management of surgical disease. She has a thoughtful, compassionate approach to every patient interaction.Away from work, Dr. Hubbard enjoys hiking, sailing, badminton, singing karaoke, and spending quality time with family and friends. Dr. Hubbard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pilonidal Sinus Disease. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, and Ogilvie Syndrome. Dr. Hubbard is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Hubbard is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    Surgical Oncology | Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    Surgical Oncology | Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Franciscan Surgical Associates At St. Anne

    16259 Sylvester Road SW, Suite 401, 
    Burien, WA 
    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 Pilonidal Sinus Disease. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Fleisig is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Fleisig is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery

    Franciscan Surgical Associates At St. Anthony

    11511 Canterwood Blvd NW, Suite 140, 
    Gig Harbor, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Barrington Murrell, DO, is a general surgeon who is personable, friendly, thoroughly informative and dedicated to offering  high-quality surgical care. He offers minimally invasive surgery (laparoscopic and robotic) for gastroesophageal reflux (GERD), inguinal hernias, paraesophageal hernias/hiatal hernias and gallbladder disease, along with complex abdominal wall reconstruction.Dr. Murrell strives to establish a trusting relationship with his patients. He assists them to be well-informed and to understand all aspects of the surgical management of their condition so that they can make the best decisions for their health. His goal is for his patients to leave his office feeling heard, comfortable with him as their surgeon and empowered to take charge of their health.Dr. Murrell is a member of the Society of Black Academic Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons.Away from work Dr. Murrell enjoys spending time with his wife and three children and being the best husband and father he can be. He also enjoys whitewater rafting, percussion and snowboarding. Dr. Murrell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pilonidal Sinus Disease. His clinical expertise encompasses Juvenile Angiofibroma, Epidural Lipomatosis, Ogilvie Syndrome, and Gallbladder Disease. Dr. Murrell is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery

    Providence General Surgery - North Everett

    1330 Rockefeller Avenue, Suite 310, 
    Everett, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I enjoy working closely with my patients, their families and other involved health care professionals for an optimal outcomes. Dr. Quade is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pilonidal Sinus Disease. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Encopresis, Hernia, Bowel Incontinence, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Quade is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery. Dr. Quade is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    Internal Medicine

    Franciscan Medical Clinic - Bonney Lake

    9230 Sky Island Drive E, 2nd Floor, 
    Bonney Lake, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    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 Pilonidal Sinus Disease. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Vitrectomy, and Trabeculectomy. Dr. Vaziri is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Vaziri is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Pilonidal Sinus Disease
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
    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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pilonidal Sinus Disease. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Encopresis, Colostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Kaplan is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery. Dr. Kaplan is currently accepting new patients.

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    What is the definition of Pilonidal Sinus Disease?

    Pilonidal sinus disease is an inflammatory condition involving the hair follicles that can occur anywhere along the crease between the buttocks, which runs from the bone at the bottom of the spine (sacrum) to the anus. The disease is benign and has no association with cancer.

    Pilonidal disease may appear as:

    • A small pit or pore in the skin that contains dark spots or hair
    • A pilonidal sinus, in which a tract grows under the skin or deeper from the hair follicle
    • A pilonidal cyst, in which a pocket of fluid forms underneath the pit or sinus
    • A pilonidal abscess, in which the pilonidal cyst becomes infected and pus collects in the adjacent fat tissue

    When should I see a Pilonidal Sinus Disease doctor near Bellingham, 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 Pilonidal Sinus Disease doctor near Bellingham, 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 Pilonidal Sinus Disease doctors near Bellingham, 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 Pilonidal Sinus Disease doctors near Bellingham, 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 Pilonidal Sinus Disease doctor near Bellingham, 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 Pilonidal Sinus Disease doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Pilonidal Sinus Disease 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 Pilonidal Sinus Disease doctor near Bellingham, 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 Pilonidal Sinus Disease 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 Pilonidal Sinus Disease 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 Pilonidal Sinus Disease doctors near Bellingham, WA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Pilonidal Sinus Disease 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 Pilonidal Sinus Disease doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Pilonidal Sinus Disease 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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