Overview
Michelle Rappaport, MD is board certified in obesity medicine and internal medicine. She completed her internal medicine residency at the University of Washington, focusing on primary care. After residency, she practiced primary care in Seattle, where she observed the limitations of lifestyle changes alone in addressing obesity and related conditions such as diabetes. Her experience led her to pursue additional training and board certification in obesity medicine. Dr. Rappaport subsequently shifted her clinical practice to focus on the medical management of obesity. In February 2022, she joined Swedish Weight Loss Services, where her practice is dedicated to obesity medicine. Her approach emphasizes evidence-based treatment strategies for obesity as a chronic and complex disease.
Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Obesity, and Saddle Pulmonary Embolism.
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Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Rappaport has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Thien Nguyen is a Bariatric Medicine provider in Bellevue, Washington. Dr. Nguyen is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrectomy.
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Kevin Clive is a Bariatric Medicine provider in Silverdale, Washington. Dr. Clive is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Breast Cancer, Hiatal Hernia, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrectomy.
Franciscan Center For Weight Management
Shanley Deal, MD, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive (laparoscopic and robotic) surgery for obesity (bariatric surgery), benign esophageal disorders (reflux disease, paraesophageal hernias, achalasia) and gastrointestinal surgery. She also has a special interest in complex abdominal wall hernias, inguinal hernias and gallbladder surgery.Dr. Deal practices with a friendly, straightforward style that focuses on educating patients and identifying what matters in their care in order to provide a holistic experience as they navigate surgery. She enjoys the opportunity to develop meaningful relationships with her patients while improving their quality of life.Dr. Deal is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Association of Program Directors in Surgery, Association of Surgical Education, American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, and Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons.Away from work, Dr. Deal loves spending time with her husband, two children, family and friends. She enjoys running, playing volleyball, hiking, traveling and cooking. Dr. Deal is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Short Bowel Syndrome, Obesity, Hernia, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michelle Rappaport
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michelle Rappaport?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michelle Rappaport by calling their office at 206-215-2090. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michelle Rappaport a top-rated expert for Obesity in Children?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michelle Rappaport is classified as an Experienced expert for Obesity in Children, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Michelle Rappaport specialize in?
While Dr. Michelle Rappaport is a Bariatric Medicine, they have specific expertise in Obesity in Children, Obesity, and Saddle Pulmonary Embolism. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Bariatric Medicine.
Does Dr. Michelle Rappaport accept my insurance?
Dr. Michelle Rappaport accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-215-2090 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- ObesityDr. Rappaport isExperienced. Learn about Obesity.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Rappaport isExperienced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
- Saddle Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Rappaport isExperienced. Learn about Saddle Pulmonary Embolism.