The 20 Best Porphyria Doctors Near Me in Seattle, WA

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The 20 Best Porphyria Doctors near Seattle, WA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 20 doctor with experience in Porphyria near Seattle, WA. Of these, 13 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced, 1 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Porphyria
    Hematology
    Elite in Porphyria
    Hematology

    Rachel Loschiavo PA-C

    825 Eastlake Ave E, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sioban Keel is a Hematologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Keel is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. Her top areas of expertise are Porphyria, Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP), Pure Red Cell Aplasia, Acute Intermittent Porphyria, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Song Zhao
    Distinguished in Porphyria
    Oncology
    Distinguished in Porphyria
    Oncology
    1221 Madison Street, Arnold Pavilion, 
    Anchorage, WA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Zhao believes in providing the best cancer care through multidisciplinary, evidence-based — yet personalized — approaches. Dr. Zhao is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. His top areas of expertise are Variegate Porphyria, Hereditary Coproporphyria, Porphyria, and WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes.

    Laurens Janssens
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Gastroenterology

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Laurens Janssens, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist specializing in the use of advanced, minimally invasive endoscopic procedures to diagnosis and treat complex gastrointestinal conditions. Working in a multidisciplinary environment, Dr. Janssens integrates diverse perspectives to provide care that is comprehensive, personalized and informed by current guidelines and the latest research. Dr. Janssens views every consultation as a partnership and strives to provide thoughtful, clinically relevant impressions that are both actionable and aligned with the referring provider’s goals for the patient.Dr. Janssens is a member of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, American Gastroenterology Association and American College of Gastroenterology.Conditions and Procedures:Barrett’s esophagus treatmentBile duct diseaseEarly detection of pancreatic cancerEndoscopic mucosal resection (EMR)Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)Endoscopic suturingEndoscopic ultrasound (EUS)Luminal stent placementPancreatic disease/cysts. Dr. Janssens is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. His top areas of expertise are Diarrhea, Cholangitis, Porphyria, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.

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    Advanced in Porphyria
    Hematology Oncology
    Advanced in Porphyria
    Hematology Oncology
    1221 Madison Street, Suite 1020, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sheldon Goldberg is a Hematologist Oncology provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Goldberg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. His top areas of expertise are Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia, Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS), Schnitzler Syndrome, Factor V Leiden Thrombophilia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Goldberg is currently accepting new patients.

    Matthew H. Schwede
    Hematology Oncology
    Hematology Oncology
    1221 Madison Street, Floor 10, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Schwede is committed to delivering compassionate and evidence-based care to every patient. His philosophy emphasizes treating the whole person and taking into account the unique circumstances that bring each patient to the hematology clinic. Dr. Schwede collaborates with patients and their families and empowers them to be active participants in their journey with blood disorders or blood cancers. Dr. Schwede is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. His top areas of expertise are Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Leukemia, Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia (CMML), and Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML).

    747 Broadway, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Michelle M. Cole graduated from Mayo Medical School and is affiliated with Swedish Medical Center First Hill. Dr. Cole is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. Her top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Splenomegaly, Anemia, and HELLP Syndrome.

    Claire J. Thomson
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Family Medicine
    1401 Madison Street, Suite 100, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I believe in providing excellent care for all types of families, and at all life stages; from pregnancy to birth, childhood and adolescence, adulthood to old age. I have additional training in pregnancy and newborn care, and love caring for young families. I enjoy forming strong relationships with my patients over time, and partnering with them to help them achieve their goals. My pronouns are She/Her/Hers. Dr. Thomson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. Her top areas of expertise are Porphyria, Menopause, Infertility, and Anemia.

    Advanced in Porphyria
    Advanced in Porphyria

    Rachel Loschiavo PA-C

    825 Eastlake Ave E, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Linenberger is a Hematologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Linenberger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. His top areas of expertise are Acute Intermittent Porphyria, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Multiple Myeloma, Gastric Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Advanced in Porphyria
    Advanced in Porphyria

    Rachel Loschiavo PA-C

    825 Eastlake Ave E, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Livia Hegerova is a Hematologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Hegerova is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. Her top areas of expertise are Porphyria, Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP), Alpha Thalassemia X-Linked Intellectual Disability Syndrome, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Kimberly B. Simmons
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Family Medicine
    4100 Southwest Alaska Street, Suite B, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Simmons strives to be a good listener, in the moment with each patient to help them reach their health goals and be there for them during both good and challenging times. Dr. Simmons is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. Her top areas of expertise are Hereditary Coproporphyria, Variegate Porphyria, Porphyria, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Experienced in Porphyria
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology Clinic At Harborview

    908 Jefferson St, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Ray is a Gastroenterologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Ray is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. Her top areas of expertise are Cronkhite-Canada Disease, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, and Swallowing Difficulty. Dr. Ray is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Porphyria
    Experienced in Porphyria

    Rachel Loschiavo PA-C

    825 Eastlake Ave E, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Janis Abkowitz is a Hematologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Abkowitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. Her top areas of expertise are Aase Syndrome, Pure Red Cell Aplasia, Aplastic Anemia, Transient Erythroblastopenia of Childhood, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Porphyria
    Experienced in Porphyria

    Rachel Loschiavo PA-C

    825 Eastlake Ave E, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kleber Yotsumoto is a Hematologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Yotsumoto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. His top areas of expertise are Sickle Cell Disease, Aplastic Anemia, Hemosiderosis, and Idiopathic Pulmonary Hemosiderosis.

    Experienced in Porphyria
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Hematology | Oncology

    Rachel Loschiavo PA-C

    825 Eastlake Ave E, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Claudia Astigarraga is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Astigarraga is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. Her top areas of expertise are Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Protoporphyria, Erythropoietic Protoporphyria, Porphyria, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

    Experienced in Porphyria
    Hematology | Oncology
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Hematology | Oncology

    Office

    1354 Aloha St, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Prakash Vishnu is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Vishnu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. His top areas of expertise are Thrombocytopenia, Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, Splenectomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Porphyria
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Family Medicine

    DRx WA Urgent Care Providers PLLC

    610 1st Ave N, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jing Jin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Jin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. Her top areas of expertise are Huntington Disease, CACH Syndrome, Sickle Cell Disease, Febrile Neutropenia, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Porphyria
    Experienced in Porphyria

    Office

    1560 N 115th St Ste G16, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (7.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Edmond Marzbani is an Oncologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Marzbani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Posterior Fossa Tumor.

    Experienced in Porphyria
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Internal Medicine

    Evergreenhealth Medical Center

    12040 NE 128th St, 
    Kirkland, WA 
     (10.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Timothy Carlos is an Internal Medicine provider in Kirkland, Washington. Dr. Carlos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. His top areas of expertise are Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Porphyria
    Experienced in Porphyria

    Evergreenhealth Medical Center

    12040 NE 128th St, 
    Kirkland, WA 
     (10.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Erin-siobhain Currin is an Oncologist in Kirkland, Washington. Dr. Currin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer.

    Experienced in Porphyria
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Porphyria
    Family Medicine

    Neighborcare Health At Vashon

    10030 SW 210th St, 
    Vashon, WA 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Erdmann is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Vashon, Washington. Dr. Erdmann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Porphyria. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Chronic Pain, Myotonia Congenita, and Acute Hepatic Porphyria (AHP).

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Porphyria?

    Porphyrias are a group of rare disorders in which an important part of hemoglobin, called heme, is not made properly. Hemoglobin is a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen. Heme is also found in myoglobin, a protein found in certain muscles.

    When should I see a Porphyria doctor near Seattle, 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 Porphyria doctor near Seattle, 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 Porphyria doctors near Seattle, 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 Porphyria doctors near Seattle, 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 Porphyria doctor near Seattle, 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 Porphyria doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Porphyria 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 Porphyria doctor near Seattle, 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 Porphyria 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 Porphyria 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 Porphyria doctors near Seattle, WA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Porphyria 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 Porphyria doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Porphyria 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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