Shayan Irani, MD, specializes in pancreaticobiliary diseases, gastrointestinal oncology, Barrett's Esophagus, gastrointestinal stenting, endoscopic mucosal resection, submucosal dissection, radio frequency ablation and other advanced therapeutic and emerging techniques.Dr. Irani enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter, the outdoors, traveling and Scuba diving. Dr. Irani is highly rated in 45 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Gallbladder Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.

As the medical director of therapeutic Endoscopy at Swedish, I am dedicated to providing care that is both comprehensive and compassionate, uniquely tailored to your individual needs. My goal is to ensure your health journey is supported with expertise and understanding. After graduating from Madras Medical College in India, I completed my residency in Internal Medicine at Wayne State University in Detroit, where I also served as the Chief Resident in patient safety and quality (CRQS). Further honing my skills, I pursued a fellowship in Gastroenterology at the Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN and received advanced endoscopy training at Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle. These experiences have equipped me with expertise in managing pancreaticobiliary disease, esophageal disorders, and early GI malignancies. In addition to my clinical practice, I am actively engaged in research and have contributed to over 50 peer-reviewed publications. As an invited reviewer for leading journals, I remain committed to staying at the forefront of medical advancements, ensuring the highest quality of care for my patients. I look forward to partnering with you in your healthcare journey. Dr. Krishnamoorthi is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Bile Duct Obstruction, Cholestasis, Endoscopy, and Gastric Bypass.

Dr. Guo is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology with professional interests in general gastrointestinal disorders and endoscopic interventions. Dr. Guo is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Jason Schneier is a provider with privileges at a Swedish Medical Center. Dr. Schneier is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, and Endoscopy.

Gautam Mankaney, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who specializes in hereditary cancer syndromes (lynch syndrome, familial adenomatous polyposis, PTEN-tumor hamartoma syndromes, juvenile polyposis, Peutz-Jeghers, Li-Fraumeni, MutYH-associated polyposis, sessile serrated polyposis), fecal microbiota transplantation, endoscopy, gastroenterology and gastrointestinal cancer.Dr. Mankaney has a special medical interest in treating individuals with a personal or family history of a hereditary cancer syndrome, or at high risk for developing cancer.Dr. Mankaney serves as both the Director of Endoscopy and Director of Gastrointestinal Cancer Prevention. Previously, he has served as a Committee Chair for the Collaborative Group of Americas on Inherited Gastrointestinal Syndromes, and as a Training Committee member with the American College of Gastroenterology. He has received multiple teaching awards.Away from work, he enjoys tennis, bouldering, hiking and traveling. Dr. Mankaney is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Stomach Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

Communication with patients builds strong relationships and helps understandings of each individual's condition. As being a health care provider, she recognizes the privilege of being a part of their unique journey and importance of making decisions together. She strives to deliver accurate evidence-based information and available technology to provide the best clinical outcome to her patients. Dr. Jhun is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Colonic Malakoplakia, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Encopresis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Klaus Mergener is a Gastroenterologist in Edmonds, Washington. Dr. Mergener is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Mallory-Weiss Syndrome, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Robert Palmer is a Gastroenterologist in Shoreline, Washington. Dr. Palmer is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Collagenous Colitis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colitis, Crohn's Disease, and Endoscopy. Dr. Palmer is currently accepting new patients.

My approach to patient care is grounded in empathy, evidence-based practice, and a commitment to integrated health. Understanding that digestive health is fundamental to overall well-being, I prioritize clear communication, personalized treatment plans, and staying informed about key trends and insights in gastroenterology. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Gastritis, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Diverticular Disease.

Darik Taniguchi is a provider with privileges at a Swedish Medical Center. Dr. Taniguchi is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Volvulus, Portal Hypertension, Indigestion, Diarrhea, and Endoscopy.

Aditya Gutta is a Gastroenterologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Gutta is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Pancreatitis, Acute Pancreatitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Gutta is currently accepting new patients.

Qing Zhang, MD, PhD, specializes in general gastroenterology, gastroesophageal reflux disease, dysphagia and GI motility disorders. Dr. Zhang is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Encopresis, Bowel Incontinence, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

In medical school I would never have imagined that I would choose Hepatology as a specialty. However I was fortunate to train at the National Institutes of Health and UCSF and was mentored by some of the preeminent Hepatologists in the world. As such I have developed a great interest in liver disease and liver transplant. I find great satisfaction in making a difficult diagnosis and seeing my patients transform after their liver transplant. My research interests are viral hepatitis and liver cancer. Dr. Lutchman is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Liver Transplant, and Hepatectomy.

Dr. Bernstein enjoys hiking, travel, cooking, and movies. Dr. Bernstein is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Tenesmus, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

Nanda Venu, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who specializes in inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, celiac disease, esophageal diseases, colon cancer, endoscopy and food allergies. He strives to offer his patients good treatment options and helps them to make informed choices.Dr. Venu enjoys building long-lasting relationships with patients and helping them to stay well and maintain a high quality of life over a lifetime. He feels he learns a lot from his patients, as he listens to their stories and witnesses their health journeys. Dr. Venu is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Turcot Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

Otto Lin, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who specializes in colonoscopy. Other areas of expertise include inflammatory bowel disease, hepatitis B and C, gastroesophageal reflux disease and peptic ulcer disease. He is also active in outcomes research, particularly as it relates to colon cancer screening.Dr. Lin finds it highly rewarding to follow patients over time. He believes that a positive physician-patient relationship can promote healing.Dr. Lin is the medical director of Quality Improvement for the Digestive Disease Institute at Virginia Mason, a clinical assistant professor of medicine at the University of Washington and a consultant for the Radiological Devices Panel at the FDA. He is also the recipient of several awards including the Franklin Ebaugh Award for Outstanding Research (Stanford Hospital), Glaxo Institute of Digestive Health Resource Award, Cabot Prize (Harvard Medical School) and Clinical Research Award (Benaroya Research Institute at Virginia Mason). Dr. Lin is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gas Bloat Syndrome, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gardner Syndrome, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

Scott Lee is a Gastroenterologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Lee is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Parasa believes that the physician/patient relationship is crucial to accomplishing best outcomes, and strives to provide patients with accurate, up-to-date information about their condition and diagnosis. As a gastroenterologist, she applies best practices and judgement, along with the latest technologies to improve patient outcomes. Her background in research, health care quality and costs, give her unique insights in disease management. Dr. Parasa is interested in understanding the natural history, epidemiology and risk factors involved in the progression of various gastrointestinal disorders, and has published several papers related to these interests. Dr. Parasa serves as a director of ISDE (The Society for Diseases of the Esophagus). Her efforts foster the development of the next generation of esophagologists, equipping them with the skills to handle the multidisciplinary and global challenges of modern healthcare, underscored by technology and innovation. Dr. Parasa is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Barrett Esophagus, Colorectal Polyps, Hepatorenal Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

James Lord, MD, PhD, specializes in immunological disorders of the bowel, teaching and research.Dr. Lord enjoys hiking, fishing and playing musical instruments. Dr. Lord's wife is also a physician of internal medicine, and trained at Virginia Mason in the 1990s. They have two sons. Dr. Lord is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Dr. Zia believes that listening to her patients is the most important part of her job. Only by carefully listening to her patients can she fully understand their symptoms and concerns. This will enable her to reach the right diagnosis and treatment for her patients. Dr. Zia also strongly believes that her patients should be actively involved in developing a treatment plan that best fits their lifestyle and core values. Dr. Zia is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gastroparesis, Gastric Dysmotility, and Bowel Incontinence.

Philosophy of Care: I believe that one’s digestive health is key to their overall sense of wellness. As physicians, we have the tools to educate our patients so that they can be active participants in their treatment. Good communication is the foundation of good care. Dr. Padhya is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Diverticular Disease, Esophagitis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Arema Pereira is a Gastroenterologist in Shoreline, Washington. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Crohn's Disease, Painful Swallowing, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Pereira is currently accepting new patients.

Wataru Tamura is a Gastroenterologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Tamura is highly rated in 41 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Indigestion, Portal Hypertension, Childhood Volvulus, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

Gregory Bernstein is a Gastroenterologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Bernstein is highly rated in 40 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Tenesmus, and Ulcerative Colitis.

Mohit Girotra is a Gastroenterologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Girotra is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Jaundice, Choledocholithiasis, Bile Duct Obstruction, Endoscopy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Girotra is currently accepting new patients.