The 20 Best Small Bowel Resection Doctors in Washington, US

"Dr. Evan Ong most recently received the 2023 Cancer Surgery Top Doc designation and has received the Seattle Top Doc award for multiple consecutive years. Dr. Ong's clinical practice focuses on the treatment of all gastrointestinal cancers with particular interest in treatment options for pancreatico-biliary cancers as well as regional and metastatic disease. He offers state-of-the-art treatment including minimally invasive and robotic surgery for hepatic and pancreatic tumors, microwave and bipolar radiofrequency ablation, irreversible electroporation (Nano-knife) as well as Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemoperfusion (HIPEC), a treatment option for cancers that have disseminated to the peritoneal cavity. Dr. Ong's philosophy of care is ""Qui Audet...Cura"" - ""Who Dares...Cures.""". Dr. Ong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Small Bowel Resection. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Ong is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Ong is currently accepting new patients.

"Scott Helton, MD, specializes in minimally invasive and open surgery of the liver, bile ducts, gallbladder, pancreas and spleen. He has a special interest in chronic pancreatitis, pancreatic cancer, liver cancer, bile duct tumors, repair of bile duct injuries, complex abdominal and inguinal hernias, and chronic groin pain after inguinal hernia repair.Dr. Helton is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.In his free time, Dr. Helton enjoys golfing, skiing and surfing.Curriculum VitaeAwards/AccoladesDirector, Liver, Pancreas and Biliary Surgical Center of Excellence, Virginia Mason, 2011-presentSenior Humanitarian Award; University of California, IrvineClosing Speaker, National Youth Leadership Foundation, ChicagoClinical Professor of Surgery, University of Washington, SeattlePast President, Seattle Surgical Society, 2020Past President, American Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association Foundation, 2012-2015Past President, American Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association, 2009-2010Past Treasurer, International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary AssociationTeacher of the Year Award, Department of Surgery, Hospital of Saint Raphael, 2008Chairman, Department of Surgery, Hospital of St. Raphael's, CT, 2006-2011AOA Outstanding Clinical Director Teaching Award, UIC College of Medicine, 2005-2006Gastrointestinal Surgery Advisory Committee, American Board of Surgery, 2004-2009Olga Jonasson Award for Most Outstanding Teacher, Department of Surgery, University of Illinois, 2003Professor and Chair of Surgery, University of Illinois Chicago, 1998-2006Associate Professor of Surgery, University of Washington, 1996-1998Editorial Boards: HPB, Am J Surgery, World J Surgery, J of Pancreas, J Surgical Oncology, J Interventional Oncology, J Surgical Radiology, Gastrointestinal EndoscopySeattle Metropolitan Magazine, ""Seattle's Top Doctors"" 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2019Castle Connolly Regional Top Doctor, 2019". Dr. Helton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Small Bowel Resection. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Hernia, Pancreatectomy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Helton is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Helton is currently accepting new patients.

Juan Mejia is a General Surgeon and a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Moses Lake, Washington. Dr. Mejia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Small Bowel Resection. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Mejia is currently accepting new patients.

Jennifer Pasko is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Moses Lake, Washington. Dr. Pasko is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Small Bowel Resection. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatoblastoma, Small Bowel Resection, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Pasko is currently accepting new patients.

Timothy Feldmann is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Olympia, Washington. Dr. Feldmann is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Small Bowel Resection. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Cholecystitis, Anal Fissure, Small Bowel Resection, and Ileostomy.

Rajeev Misra is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Silverdale, Washington. Dr. Misra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Small Bowel Resection. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Varicose Veins, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Misra is board certified in General Surgery. Dr. Misra is currently accepting new patients.

Mohamed Alassas is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Alassas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Small Bowel Resection. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Pancreatectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery. Dr. Alassas is currently accepting new patients.

Lauren Wancata, MD, specializes in liver, biliary and pancreatic cancer, gastrointestinal cancer, open and minimally invasive surgery of the liver, gallbladder, bile ducts and pancreas.Dr. Wancata enjoys gardening, hiking and skiing/snowboarding. Dr. Wancata is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Small Bowel Resection. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Bile Duct Stricture, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Wancata is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Wancata is currently accepting new patients.

Ravi Moonka, MD, is a specialist in diseases of the colon and rectum, including cancer, tumors, diverticulitis, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, rectal prolapse, ileostomy and colostomy reversal, and any other problem that can afflict the colon and rectum. Dr. Moonka is also an expert in the treatment of hernias, abdominal sarcomas, stomach cancer and gallstones.Dr. Moonka lives to make his patient's lives better. Sometimes he makes them a little better and sometimes a lot better. He does other things with his time, but nothing is more important or brings him more satisfaction than that. Dr. Moonka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Small Bowel Resection. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Moonka is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery. Dr. Moonka is currently accepting new patients.

Thomas Biehl, MD, FACS is a board-certified general surgeon with expertise in laparoscopic procedures (cholecystectomy, splenectomy, adrenalectomy, hernia repair, appendectomy, colon resection), liver resection, pancreatic resection, hernia surgery and adrenal surgery.Dr. Biehl is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) and clinical instructor of surgery at University of Washington. Dr. Biehl is a member of many medical societies including Fellow of American College of Surgeons, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract, North Pacific Surgical Society and Western Surgical Society. Dr. Biehl was selected Seattle Surgical Society Top Doctor, Seattle Magazine in 2009, 2010 and 2019; and Top Doctor, Seattle Met Magazine in 2009, 2010 and 2019. Dr. Biehl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Small Bowel Resection. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Acute Pancreatitis, Hernia, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Biehl is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Biehl is currently accepting new patients.

Clancy J. Clark, MD is a board-certified surgeon specializing in hepatobiliary and pancreas surgery with expertise in minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques. His practice focuses on the surgical management of liver, bile duct, and pancreatic cancers, as well as benign conditions such as bile duct injuries, pancreatitis, and liver tumors. With fellowship training from the Mayo Clinic and extensive experience in complex surgical oncology, Dr. Clark is committed to providing the highest standard of care using the latest advancements in surgical technology.Dr. Clark strives to build trust, transparency, and shared decision-making with his patients. He will take the time to ensure patients and their families fully understand their diagnosis and treatment options, empowering them to make informed decisions. Surgery can be overwhelming, and Dr. Clark helps guide patients through the process with clarity and compassion. By utilizing minimally invasive techniques, Dr. Clark aims to improve surgical outcomes, reduce recovery times, and enhance overall quality of life.Dr. Clark is an internationally recognized surgeon and researcher focused on improving outcomes in hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery, with an emphasis on surgical innovation, healthcare informatics, and clinical trials for gastrointestinal cancers. He has led national studies evaluating surgical risk assessment, perioperative optimization, and novel treatment strategies. Additionally, Dr. Clark is actively involved in shaping surgical education and policy through leadership roles in national surgical societies.Outside of work, Dr. Clark enjoys fly fishing, skiing, and traveling.  He has a passion for Formula One racing, which reflects his appreciation for precision, innovation, and continuous improvement—principles that also guide his surgical practice. Dr. Clark is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Small Bowel Resection. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Acute Pancreatitis, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Clark is board certified in General Surgery, American Board Of Surgery and Clinical Informatics, American Board Of Preventive Medicine. Dr. Clark is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Bethanie White is a skilled general surgeon at Intermountain Health’s Southridge Clinic, serving patients in Riverton and the surrounding areas. She specializes in treating a wide range of conditions, including hernias, gallbladder disease, appendiceal disorders, breast cancer and benign lesions, colon cancer, diverticular disease, hemorrhoids, and fissures. Dr. White performs various procedures such as hernia repairs, robotic fundoplications, cholecystectomies, appendectomies, and more.Originally from southern Idaho, Dr. White earned her undergraduate degree in sociology from the University of Idaho before attending medical school at the University of Utah. After completing her general surgery residency, she and her husband relocated to Olympia, WA, where she became a partner at the esteemed private practice group Surgical Associates. After a successful decade in Washington, Dr. White and her family returned to Utah to be closer to loved ones.Dr. White loves spending time outdoors, especially with her husband and two daughters in the Rockies. Dr. White is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Small Bowel Resection. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. White is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. White is currently accepting new patients.

Mohan Mallipeddi, MD, specializes in minimally invasive (laparoscopic/robotic) surgery for hernias, benign esophageal disorders, stomach and intestinal cancer, and obesity.For all his surgical patients, Dr. Mallipeddi gives them the opportunity to express their own story. As a specialist in bariatric (obesity) surgery, he enjoys the opportunity to follow his patients over a long period of time, getting to know them along the way and witnessing their transformation toward better health.Away from work, Dr. Mallipeddi enjoys board games, movies, travel, family time and playing sports (soccer, volleyball, basketball, ultimate, badminton). Dr. Mallipeddi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Small Bowel Resection. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Short Bowel Syndrome, Hernia, Malnutrition, Endoscopy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery. Dr. Mallipeddi is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Mallipeddi is currently accepting new patients.

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 Small Bowel Resection. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Fleisig is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Fleisig is currently accepting new patients.

Oliver Bellevue is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Edmonds, Washington. Dr. Bellevue is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Small Bowel Resection. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Small Bowel Resection, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Bellevue is currently accepting new patients.

Katherine Mandell is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Mandell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Small Bowel Resection. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Appendectomy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Mandell is currently accepting new patients.

Javier Herrera is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Edmonds, Washington. Dr. Herrera is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Small Bowel Resection. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Herrera is currently accepting new patients.

Darlene Barr is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Barr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Small Bowel Resection. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Pancreatic Adenoma, Pancreatectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Barr is currently accepting new patients.

Nicholas Sich, MD, is board-certified in general surgery and complex general surgical oncology. His areas of expertise include pancreatic cancer, liver cancer, upper and lower gastrointestinal cancer, advanced gynecologic cancer, melanoma, sarcoma and metastatic cancer. He performs minimally invasive and robotic cancer surgery.Dr. Sich strives to ensure his patients retain a sense of control over their care by working as an equal partner throughout their cancer journey. He emphasizes open and honest communication, works to understand his patients’ priorities and keep those at the center of their treatment plans, and strives to maintain his patients’ dignity. Dr. Sich eschews the formality of the traditional doctor-patient approach for one that is more informal and relaxed.Dr. Sich is a Fellow of the Society of Surgical Oncology (FSSO) and Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). He is a member of the Society of Surgical Oncology and Americas Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association.Dr. Sich is driven to advance cancer care in his community and minimize barriers to treatment. In his free time, he enjoys building and renovating homes with his wife and father as a hobby, along with spending time with his two children.Conditions and Procedures:Advanced gynecologic cancerCRS/HIPEC (Cytoreductive surgery/Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy)Liver cancerMelanomaMetastatic cancerMinimally invasive/robotic cancer surgeryPancreatic cancerSarcomaUpper and lower GI malignancy. Dr. Sich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Small Bowel Resection. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery. Dr. Sich is currently accepting new patients.

Ryan Martinez is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Martinez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Small Bowel Resection. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Martinez is currently accepting new patients.