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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 109 doctor with experience in Acute Pancreatitis near Tacoma, WA. Of these, 101 are Experienced and 8 are Advanced.

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    109 providers found
      Advanced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology

      Washington Gastroenterology PLLC

      2202 S Cedar St, Suite 330, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Castilian, Korean, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jeffrey Tokar is a Gastroenterologist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Tokar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Cholestasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Bile Duct Stricture, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Tokar is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery

      Multicare Health System

      315 Martin Luther King Jr Way, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Korean, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Danny Kim is a General Surgeon in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Hernia, Ileostomy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine

      Franciscan Medical Group

      1608 S J St, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Japanese, Mandarin, Polish, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      John Smoots is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Smoots is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. Dr. Smoots is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Family Medicine

      Franciscan Medical Group

      1608 S J St, Fl 3, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Korean, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Xiaotian Yan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Yan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Sciatica, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Macroamylasemia. Dr. Yan is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine

      Franciscan Medical Group

      1812 S J St, Suite 120, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Filipino, Spanish, Thai
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Christine Macatuno is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Macatuno is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Macatuno is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine

      Franciscan Medical Group

      30809 1st Ave S, 
      Federal Way, WA 
       (7.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Castilian, Dutch, French, Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Thanh Pham is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Federal Way, Washington. Dr. Pham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Osteomyelitis in Children, Chronic Pain, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia. Dr. Pham is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery

      Multicare Health System

      4545 Point Fosdick Dr, 
      Gig Harbor, WA 
       (7.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Kevin Clive is a General Surgeon in Gig Harbor, Washington. Dr. Clive is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Breast Cancer, Hiatal Hernia, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Clive is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology

      Franciscan Medical Group

      1717 S J St, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Filipino, German
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mark Potter is a Gastroenterologist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Potter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Mallory-Weiss Syndrome, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Potter is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology

      Washington Gastroenterology PLLC

      1717 S J St, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Lee is a Gastroenterologist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Volvulus, Portal Hypertension, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Advanced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology
      Advanced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology

      Washington Gastroenterology PLLC

      2202 S Cedar St, Suite 330, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Bengali, Castilian, Hindi, Korean, Spanish, Tamil
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jennifer Higa is a Gastroenterologist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Higa is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Bile Duct Obstruction, Gallstones, Cholecystitis, Endoscopy, and Lithotripsy. Dr. Higa is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery
      Tacoma, WA 
       (0.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Mina Todorov is a General Surgeon in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Todorov is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Pancreatitis, Diverticular Disease, Peptic Ulcer, and Venous Insufficiency. Dr. Todorov is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology

      Franciscan Medical Group

      1112 6th Ave, Suite 200, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Ioannis Papadopoulos is a Gastroenterologist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Papadopoulos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Cholestasis, Bile Duct Stricture, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology

      Franciscan Medical Group

      1112 6th Ave, Suite 200, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Diane Bai is a Gastroenterologist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Bai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine

      South Sound Inpatient Physicians PLLC

      315 Martin Luther King Jr Way, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Drey Pavlov is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Pavlov is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Sepsis, Cellulitis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      General Surgery

      Cascade Trauma And Acute Care Surgery PLLC

      315 Martin Luther King Jr Way, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Thai
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Paulesh Shah is a General Surgeon in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine

      South Sound Inpatient Physicians PLLC

      315 Martin Luther King Jr Way, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (0.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Andre Morgan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Morgan has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Acute Kidney Failure, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Morgan is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Pediatrics | Hospital Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Pediatrics | Hospital Medicine

      Franciscan Medical Group

      1717 S J St, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      William Kim is a Pediatrics specialist and a Hospital Medicine provider in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Acute Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Gastrostomy, and Ureteroscopy.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Gastroenterology

      Franciscan Medical Group

      1717 S J St, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Brian Mulhall is a Gastroenterologist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Mulhall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Gardner Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Swallowing Difficulty, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine

      Multicare Health System

      311 S L St, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Steve Stringfellow is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Stringfellow is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Thrombocytopenia, Lung Cancer, and Hyperlipidemia Type 3.

      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Pancreatitis
      Internal Medicine

      Multicare Health System

      311 S L St, 
      Tacoma, WA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lakshmi Talasila is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Talasila is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Peptic Ulcer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Acute Pancreatitis?

      Acute pancreatitis is sudden swelling and inflammation of the pancreas.

      When should I see an Acute Pancreatitis doctor near Tacoma, 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 an Acute Pancreatitis doctor near Tacoma, 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 Acute Pancreatitis doctors near Tacoma, 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 Acute Pancreatitis doctors near Tacoma, 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 an Acute Pancreatitis doctor near Tacoma, 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 Acute Pancreatitis doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Acute Pancreatitis 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 an Acute Pancreatitis doctor near Tacoma, 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 Acute Pancreatitis 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 Acute Pancreatitis 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 Acute Pancreatitis doctors near Tacoma, WA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Acute Pancreatitis 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 an Acute Pancreatitis doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Acute Pancreatitis 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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