My approach is to put myself in my patients shoes and treat them how I would want to be treated. My goal is to make sure that no one feels like they have to deal with their problem alone. We are here to help at every step. Dr. Menon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Bladder Reconstruction, and Colostomy.

Dr. Porter provides state-of-the-art, minimally invasive treatment options to patients with urologic cancer and stone disease to reduce the pain and recovery from surgical treatment. He stays current on the latest available treatments by teaching at national and international urologic meetings as well as publishing his outcomes. Dr. Porter was the 2023 recipient of the Menon Award in Robotic Urologic Surgery. Dr. Porter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are Clear Cell Sarcoma, Wilms Tumor, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Vasectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

Dr. Bastawrous (He/Him/His) most recently won the 2023 Seattle Met and Seattle Magazine Top Doctor Award and has won for multiple years. Dr. Bastawrous believes in a multidisciplinary team approach to patient care in which the patient, health care professionals and support personnel work together for the efficient and optimal care of the patient. In this way each member maximizes their skills. In the end, the patient is better off. Dr. Bastawrous is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Bowel Incontinence, Encopresis, Colostomy, and Endoscopy.

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 Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Levator Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

Dr. Dan Veljovich is a multiple time recipient of the Seattle Top Doctor Award and most recently received the 2024 Seattle Magazine Top Doc Award. With an attention to respecting autonomy, calming fears and partnering with patients to help them make treatment decisions in line with their own goals, Dr. Veljovich embodies compassionate care. He feels blessed to be able to help women maintain their dignity and preserve their quality of life while undergoing surgical or medical treatments. Dr. Veljovich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are Ovarian Cancer, Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Testicular Yolk Sac Tumor, Oophorectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Dr. Hawkins is a multiple time recipient of the Seattle Top Doctor Award and most recently received the 2024 Seattle Magazine Top Doc Award. She likes to take a full body approach to patient care, recognizing that the effects of a patient's disease can be taxing to both their physical and emotional well-being. Dr. Hawkins specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of disease of the colon, rectum and anus. This includes an interest in minimally invasive surgical approaches to colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease and diverticulitis, pelvic floor disorders such as fecal incontinence, colonoscopy and basic anorectal disorders. Dr. Hawkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. Her top areas of expertise are Levator Syndrome, Rectal Prolapse, Bowel Incontinence, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

I seek to establish an open physician-patient partnership to help guide concerned patients in making informed decisions regarding their care. Dr. Mullen's medical interests include: urologic oncology including robotic surgery and other minimally invasive treatments, bladder cancer and urinary reconstruction, surgical and medical management of kidney stones. Dr. Mullen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, UPJ Obstruction, Obstructive Uropathy, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

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 Advanced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. Her top areas of expertise are Encopresis, Hernia, Bowel Incontinence, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery.

Christopher Breed is a Gynecologic Oncologist and an Oncologist in Gig Harbor, Washington. Dr. Breed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Endometrial Cancer, Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma, Ovarian Cancer, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Breed is currently accepting new patients.

Luay Ailabouni is a Colorectal Surgeon in Richland, Washington. Dr. Ailabouni is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Proctitis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Ailabouni is currently accepting new patients.

Bradford Nelson is a Urologist in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Nelson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are UPJ Obstruction, Urinary Incontinence, Prostate Cancer, Bladder Reconstruction, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Nelson is currently accepting new patients.

Joseph Frankhouse is a Colorectal Surgeon in Vancouver, Washington. Dr. Frankhouse is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are Rectal Prolapse, Proctitis, Hemorrhoids, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery.

Una Lee, MD, is a board-certified urologist with subspecialty board certification in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery (FPMRS)/urogynecology. She specializes in female urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse (hysterectomy for prolapse, vaginal native tissue prolapse repair and robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery), overactive bladder, fistula repair, urethral diverticulum, and complications related to vaginal mesh or prior sling. Dr. Lee is passionate about delivering compassionate patient-centered care.Dr. Lee is the Head of the Section of Urology and Renal Transplantation at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. She is an Associate Clinical Professor of Urology at the University of Washington and serves as Associate Program Director of the FPMRS fellowship at Virginia Mason. Dr. Lee is President-Elect and Women's Health Chair of the Washington State Urology Society. She is a member-at-large of the Society for Urodynamics, Female Pelvic Medicine, and Urogenital Reconstruction (SUFU), and serves on an American Urological Association guidelines committee.Dr. Lee serves as lead investigator in collaborative patient engagement work on amplifying women’s voices in stress urinary incontinence surgery research prioritization. She volunteers to provide obstetric fistula and childbirth injury care and medical education in Uganda. She served as Guest Editor of a special edition of Urology focused on Women's Health. She hopes to raise awareness of urologic issues related to advancing women's health, lead positive change within health care, and continue to improve the quality of life of women through clinical care, teaching, advocacy and research.Curriculum Vitae. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. Her top areas of expertise are Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Frequent or Urgent Urination, Sacral Nerve Stimulation, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery.

Val Simianu, MD, specializes in surgery for conditions of the colon, rectum and anal canal, such as cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. He also treats pelvic floor problems such as prolapse and incontinence. He has specialty training in laparoscopic, robotic and trans-anal approaches for these conditions.Dr. Simianu works very closely with other specialists, such as gastroenterologists, oncologists, radiation oncologists and urogynecologists, to plan the best course of treatment for each patient. He enjoys playing a part in his patients' journeys to recovery.Beyond his clinical expertise, Dr. Simianu actively conducts research studies on colorectal cancer, diverticulitis, inflammatory bowel disease and pelvic health problems. He has a special interest in population health, health-services research and surgical education, and serves as the Medical Director of the colorectal service line for Virginia Mason Franciscan Health's Center for Digestive Health.Away from work, Dr. Simianu enjoys hiking, mountaineering, soccer, and traveling and exploring local cuisine with his wife.Watch Dr. Simianu on King 5 Seattle:Dispelling common myths around colon health - New Day NW. Dr. Simianu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Colostomy, and Appendectomy.

I am a board-certified gynecologic oncologist who specializes in the treatment of ovarian, endometrial, cervical and vulvovaginal cancers. I have expertise in complex abdominopelvic surgery as well as minimally invasive surgery including both laparoscopic and robotic procedures. Additionally, I administer chemotherapy for gynecologic cancers. I take pride in being able to provide comprehensive care to my patients throughout their cancer journey. I strongly value shared decision making and patient education to ensure the best care possible. Dr. Adams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. Her top areas of expertise are Lump in the Abdomen, Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Endometrial Cancer, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hysterectomy.

Marc Mitchell is a Urologist in Silverdale, Washington. Dr. Mitchell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Kidney Stones, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Mitchell is currently accepting new patients.

Nick Cowan, MD, is a board certified urologist and transplant surgeon specializing in kidney transplant, kidney cancer, kidney stones, and laparoscopic and robotic urologic surgery. He also offers aquablation treatment for benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH).Dr. Cowan is the Urology Residency Program director at Virginia Mason and a clinical assistant professor of urology at the University of Washington. He is a member of the American Urologic Association, and the Urologic Society for Transplantation and Renal Surgery. He serves as a manuscript reviewer withUrology Practice, Urology, Journal of UrologyandClinical Transplantation.Away from work, Dr. Cowan enjoys surfing, skiing and backpacking. Dr. Cowan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Ureterocele, UPJ Obstruction, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Nephrectomy.

Rajeev Misra is a General Surgeon in Silverdale, Washington. Dr. Misra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Varicose Veins, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Misra is currently accepting new patients.

Richard Johnston is a Urologist in Auburn, Washington. Dr. Johnston is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are UPJ Obstruction, Kidney Stones, Boils, Ureteroscopy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Johnston is currently accepting new patients.

Bahman Saffari, MD, PhD, is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and fellowship trained in gynecologic oncology. Dr. Saffari is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for his patients by providing nurturing, compassionate care using the most effective, innovative surgical and medical treatments possible.Dr. Saffari is a diplomat of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, an affiliate investigator for the Gynecologic Oncology Group and a member of the Pierce County Medical Society. Dr. Saffari is fluent in Farsi and can speak medical Spanish.In his spare time, Dr. Saffari enjoys outdoor activities such as biking, hiking and kayaking. Dr. Saffari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Bladder Reconstruction. His top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix, Cervical Cancer, Neonatal Ovarian Cyst, Oophorectomy, and Hernia Surgery.