Gavin H. Smith, DPM, is a board-certified podiatrist and surgeon of the foot and ankle. He has been practicing medicine since 2004. He feels that his professional responsibility is the successful treatment of foot and ankle disorders. His professional interests include deformity correction, joint disorders, overuse injuries and trauma care. His philosophy of care is that the needs of the patient are the first priorities, and that any intervention, whether it be medical or surgical, should be evidence-based.Dr. Smith has volunteered for The Susan G. Komen 3-Day and is a surgical instrutor in the Franciscan Podiatry Residency Program. In his free time, he enjoys working in his shop and martial arts training with his sons. He and his wife have three energetic children who keep them busy. Mr. Smith is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bunions, Tendinitis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, and Plantar Fasciitis.

Philip Yearian, DPM, is a board-certified surgeon specializing in the lower extremity treatment of the foot and ankle. He believes that staying on the forefront of treatment involves educating his patients, which leads to better outcomes.While competing as a Division I Track and Field athlete in the 3000 meters Steeplechase and Cross Country at the University of Portland, his own injuries introduced him to some of the very treatments he uses today to get patients back on their way to a non-painful walk or ultra-marathon.His training involved specializing in both bone and plastic reconstructive surgery. After over twenty years in practice in Gig Harbor and Tacoma, Dr. Yearian has improved some of these very techniques, which now allow some patients to shorten their recovery and return to play or work sooner.Dr. Yearian coaches basketball at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School. He also enjoys running marathons, skiing, traveling and teaching for the Franciscan Foot and Ankle Reconstructive Residency program. Mr. Yearian is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bunions, Flat Feet, Synovitis, and Tendinitis.

Paul Scott, DPM, is a podiatrist specializing in sports medicine, foot and ankle trauma, and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Scott is compassionate in his approach to alleviating foot and ankle pain and discomfort, utilizing the latest conservative modalities and surgical techniques when necessary. He believes in collaborating with his patients to provide the most appropriate care for each situation.Dr. Scott is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery. Mr. Scott is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Morton Neuroma, Metatarsalgia, and Ingrown Toenail.

Eddie Lo is a Nurse Practitioner in Tacoma, Washington. Mr. Lo is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Corns and Calluses, Fungal Nail Infection, Fibromatosis, and Ledderhose Disease. Mr. Lo is currently accepting new patients.

Walter Payne, Jr., DPM, is a board-qualified foot and ankle surgeon specializing in foot and ankle trauma, reconstruction, arthroscopy and limb salvage. Dr. Payne gets to know his patients as individuals. He feels it is important for him to understand what they do for a living and what is important to them so he can tailor their treatment plan.Away from work, Dr. Payne enjoys hunting, fishing, hiking and camping with his wife and dog.Conditions and procedures:Foot and ankle traumaTotal ankle replacementFlatfoot and cavus reconstructionFoot and ankle arthroscopyFoot and ankle reconstructionCharcot reconstructionLimb salvage. His top areas of expertise are Corns and Calluses, Foot Drop, Ingrown Toenail, and Fibromatosis.

Todd Chappell is a Nurse Practitioner in Tacoma, Washington. Mr. Chappell is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Flat Feet, Bunions, Tendinitis, and Metatarsalgia. Mr. Chappell is currently accepting new patients.

Megan Wilder, DPM, is passionate about providing the best possible foot and ankle care for her patients. Dr. Wilder treats her patients as if they were family, getting to know them and developing an individualized care plan to suit their particular needs and goals. She enjoys improving people's quality of life by keeping them on their feet and active.Dr. Wilder is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association, Washington State Podiatric Association, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, and International Foot and Ankle Foundation.Away from work, Dr. Wilder enjoys hiking, running, camping, fishing, reading, baking and spending time with her two children. Ms. Wilder is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Bunions, High Arch, Flat Feet, and Plantar Fasciitis.

Christina Martinez, ARNP, provides dedicated, compassionate gynecological care that spans the continuum of a woman’s wellness cycle, ranging from adolescence through menopause. She offers the complete scope of women’s health services.Christina’s approach to care is centered around each individual woman and the factors that influence her health and wellness. Christina understands that each woman presents with her own unique health needs, and her goal is to partner with each woman to achieve optimal wellness.Welcoming and warm, Christina prioritizes creating a strong connection with each patient. Christina is a member of the North American Menopause Society and American Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology.In her spare time, Christina enjoys reading, running, hiking, yoga, and connecting with family and friends.Services offered:Adult and Adolescent GynecologyAbnormal Uterine BleedingAnnual ExamsBreast HealthColposcopyEndometrial BiopsyFamily PlanningFemale Adolescent HealthFemale Infection ConcernsHormone ConcernsMenopauseMenstrual Cycle ConcernsPerimenopausePelvic PainSexual HealthVulvar Biopsy. Ms. Martinez is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Menopause, Pelvic Congestion Syndrome, Angiomyoma, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Bridget Lonergan, ARNP, serves as the primary nurse practitioner for the Lung Nodule Clinic. Bridget works closely with a multidisciplinary team including thoracic surgeons, pulmonologist, medical and radiation oncologists, pathologists and radiologist to ensure patients receive the most appropriate and timely care. She also provides ongoing cancer surveillance for established thoracic surgery patients.Bridget believes all persons have the right to access quality, affordable health care. She also believes healthy individuals lead to healthy families and communities. Her approach to care is a holistic one, tailored to meet the needs of each unique individual. Listening to her patients and putting them first are cornerstones of her care.Bridget is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.Away from work, she enjoys exploring the Pacific Northwest, whether hiking, camping, skiing or paddle boarding. Ms. Lonergan is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer and Lung Nodules.

Yuko Yamada, ARNP, is a board-certified family nurse practitioner specializing in rheumatology. Yuko is a strong patient advocate with a passion for quality improvement and patient safety. She strives to build strong patient-provider relationships in order to deliver exceptional, individualized care.Yuko has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings, and she is dedicated to serving her local community.Conditions and procedures:Autoimmune diseasesAxial and peripheral spondyloarthristisGoutJoint injectionsOsteoporosisRheumatoid arthritisPolymyalgia rheumatica (PMR)Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Ms. Yamada is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Non-Radiographic Axial Spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA), Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD), RASopathies, and Systemic Sclerosis (SSc).

Molly Glockling is a Nurse Practitioner in Tacoma, Washington. Her top area of expertise is Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP).

Agatha Cretzu is a Nurse Practitioner in Tacoma, Washington. Her top area of expertise is Schizoaffective Disorder. Ms. Cretzu is currently accepting new patients.

Laura Cornish is a Nurse Practitioner in Joint Base Lewis Mcchord, Washington. Her top areas of expertise are Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Protein Deficiency.

Lorraine Carney is a Nurse Practitioner in Tacoma, Washington. Her top area of expertise is Cri-Du-Chat Syndrome.

Jennifer Manjo is a Nurse Practitioner in Tacoma, Washington. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Saddle Pulmonary Embolism, and Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS).

Kellie Harkness is a Nurse Practitioner in Tacoma, Washington. Her top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Menopause, and Fractured Spine. Ms. Harkness is currently accepting new patients.

Richard March is a Nurse Practitioner in Tacoma, Washington. His top area of expertise is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Mr. March is currently accepting new patients.

Nicholas Heath is a Nurse Practitioner in Gig Harbor, Washington. Mr. Heath is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Ingrown Toenail, Fungal Nail Infection, Tendinitis, and Plantar Fasciitis. Mr. Heath is currently accepting new patients.

Alyssa Demers is a Nurse Practitioner in Lakewood, Washington. Ms. Demers is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top area of expertise is Intrauterine Device Insertion.

Benjamin Matthews is a Nurse Practitioner in Olympia, Washington. Mr. Matthews has been practicing medicine for over 10 years is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top area of expertise is Plaque Psoriasis.

Kenneth Howard is a Nurse Practitioner in University Place, Washington. Mr. Howard is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), Eyelid Bump, and Muscle Spasms.

Natalie Chu is a Nurse Practitioner in Tacoma, Washington. Ms. Chu is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Corns and Calluses, Fungal Nail Infection, and Ingrown Toenail. Ms. Chu is currently accepting new patients.

Ming Hsiao is a Nurse Practitioner in Puyallup, Washington. Mr. Hsiao is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top area of expertise is Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

James Mcalexander is a Nurse Practitioner in Gig Harbor, Washington. Mr. Mcalexander is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gangrene, Hypermobile Joints, Tendinitis, and Corns and Calluses. Mr. Mcalexander is currently accepting new patients.

Jennifer Noyes is a Nurse Practitioner in Joint Base Lewis Mcchord, Washington.