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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Gallbladder Disease, and Hernia Surgery.

Dr. Andrew Ting, MD is a general surgery specialist in Seattle, WA and has been practicing for 23 years. He graduated from McGill University Faculty Of Medicine in 1990 and specializes in general surgery. Dr. Ting is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, and Gallstones.

In his practice, Dr. Wells works to uphold the ideals of a doctor/patient relationship by providing the best medical care possible and always making the interests of the patients his highest priority. Dr. Wells is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery.

I feel that patients deserve to have a true understanding of their medical problems so that they can play the primary role in their recovery. Dr. Tschirhart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery.

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 Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery.

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 Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, and Cholecystitis.

Dr. Heinberg is a 2019 Seattle Met Top Doctor Award winner. A Louisiana native, Dr. Heinberg came to Seattle to undertake his surgical residency at Swedish Medical Center in 2006. Upon completion of his training in 2010, he served 3 tours in Afghanistan with the Army Medical Corps before returning to the Pacific Northwest in 2013. Dr. Heinberg believes in providing exceptional care to all patients using minimally invasive techniques that allow for rapid recovery and eary resumption of daily activities. Dr. Heinberg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Hernia Surgery.

Heather Wheeler is a General Surgeon and a Thoracic Surgeon in Renton, Washington. Dr. Wheeler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Breast Cancer. Dr. Wheeler is currently accepting new patients.

Trisha Unger is a General Surgeon and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist in Renton, Washington. Dr. Unger is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Hernia, and Umbilical Hernia. Dr. Unger is currently accepting new patients.

Wayne Lau is a General Surgeon and a Thoracic Surgeon in Renton, Washington. Dr. Lau is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Umbilical Hernia, Epidural Lipomatosis, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Lau is currently accepting new patients.

Tori Mcfall is a General Surgeon and a Thoracic Surgeon in Renton, Washington. Dr. Mcfall is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, and Breast Lump. Dr. Mcfall is currently accepting new patients.

Dylan Tracy, DO, is a board-certified physician who practices broad-spectrum family medicine for patients of all ages, including specialty procedures such as osteopathic manipulation, joint injections and simple dermatology. Recognizing the difficulty of staying healthy, he strives to assist his patients in removing the obstacles that stand in the way of good health. This involves staying abreast of the latest research and receiving input from a variety of experts: support staff, consultants and the patient before him.Dr. Tracy is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and ACUS Acupuncture Foundation.He values spending time with his wife and four children, as well as sports, fishing and playing music. Dr. Tracy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Insomnia, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Cirrhosis.

Erina Kansakar MD FACS is a general surgeon who practices evidence-based medicine offers current treatment options including minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgery and strives for excellent patient outcomes. She serves adults and children eight years of age and older.Dr. Kansakar treats patients as she would wish to be treated - with professionalism knowledge and compassion. She believes in holistic patient care. Her goal is to ensure that treatment plans and outcomes for every patient are well communicated to referring providers.Dr. Kansakar is a member of the American College of Surgeons American Society of Breast Surgeons and American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. Dr. Kansakar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

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 Umbilical Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

Dr. Chisum is a general surgeon with training in a wide range of surgical procedures and techniques. He understands surgery can be a daunting experience for patients and their families. As such, he considers it his responsibility and privilege to guide patients through this experience, and achieve their desired outcomes. Dr. Chisum believes the best surgical care is accomplished through a partnership with patients. This patient-centered approach motivates him to understand the experience and goals of each patient, and provide the excellent care they deserve. He has a particular interest in minimally invasive techniques, including laparoscopic and robotic surgery. He embraces the value of these platforms to provide improved care through smaller incisions, less pain, and faster recovery. Dr. Chisum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hemorrhoids, and Appendectomy.

A strong physician / patient relationship with good communication is the key to excellent healthcare. A general Internist is uniquely trained to provide and coordinate high quality medical care focusing on prevention as well as acute and chronic disease management. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Low Sodium Level, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, Subacute Combined Degeneration, and High Cholesterol.

David Rothstein is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Rothstein is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Biliary Dyskinesia, Omphalocele, Umbilical Hernia, Appendectomy, and Gastrostomy.

Michael Burke is a General Surgeon in Renton, Washington. Dr. Burke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Liposarcoma, Mesenchymoma, Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma, and Parathyroidectomy.

James Taggart is a General Surgeon in Renton, Washington. Dr. Taggart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Umbilical Hernia, Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, and Gallstones. Dr. Taggart is currently accepting new patients.

Ekaterina Knowlton is a General Surgeon in Renton, Washington. Dr. Knowlton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Perforation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Knowlton is currently accepting new patients.