Eczema and Contact Dermatitis near Lakewood, WA

Care Philosophy: As a dermatologist I am a specialist in the skin, hair and nails. Treatment of skin disease is complex and many options are often available. Listening to patients and coming up with a plan that fits each individual's lifestyle and habits is critical.

Biography: Dr. Eric Rasmussen, MD is a Dermatologist who practices in Tacoma, WA. He is 74 years old and has been practicing for 48 years. Dr. Eric Rasmussen, MD is affiliated with St. Michael Medical Center-Silverdale.

Biography: Dr. Andrew Pace, MD is a Dermatologist who practices in Tacoma, WA. He is 43 years old and has been practicing for 16 years. Dr. Andrew Pace, MD is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Jacobs lives in Tacoma with his wife and son. He enjoys fishing, gardening, traveling and caring for his numerous pets.

Care Philosophy: Offer dedicated compassinonate care with the latest medical treatment.

Care Philosophy: I chose the field of Pediatrics to improve the health of children and started Pediatrics Northwest along with Dr. Tanbara to provide the highest quality of care to all children of our region. I chose Allergy and Immunology as a subspecialty for the love of research, new discoveries in medicine and the application of this science to the practice of Medicine. My practice philosophy is to provide competent, kind, and compassionate care to all patients in an equitable manner. And to improve the health of our community through medicine and participation.

Care Philosophy: As an allergist I feel it is important to treat all aspects of my patients issues. Environment, food and lifestyle choices are all important issues in their treatment.

Biography: Christine Macatuno, MD, provides high quality, compassionate care to adults, with special medical interest in geriatrics and experience in treating patients with complex medical conditions. _x000D_ Dr. Macatuno emphasizes preventive care and encourages open communication, cooperation and respect. While she serves as a strong advocate for her patients, she also believes each patient plays a starring role in their own well-being.

Biography: Russell L. Steffensen, DO, offers comprehensive, evidence-based primary care that is tailored to the individual. He enjoys building relationships with patients and their families, watching them grow and working with them to help them achieve their wellness goals. _x000D_ Dr. Steffensen is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, American Osteopathic Association and American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians. _x000D_ Away from work, he enjoys spending time with his family in the outdoors, including fishing, camping, scuba diving, skiing and four-wheeling.

Care Philosophy: Paul Schmidt, DO, provides primary care for families with special interest in pediatrics, sports medicine, women's health and osteopathic medicine. Drawn to medicine by the desire to help others, Dr. Schmidt pursues every avenue necessary to help each patient achieve optimal health and wellness. Dr. Schmidt also serves as the Peninsula High School team physician.

Care Philosophy: Joanna Polistico, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician who cares for patients of all ages. Dr. Polistico believes that optimum health care is a right that everyone should have. Toward this end, she serves as a committed advocate for her patients’ needs, working in partnership with her patients to offer up-to-date, evidence-based care and recommendations, and collaborating with specialty providers to whom they may be referred. She seeks to ensure her plan of care is fully understood so that patients may make informed health care decisions. Dr. Polistico is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, American Medical Association and American Board of Family Medicine.