Intestinal Diverticulitis near Tacoma, WA

Care Philosophy: Shalini Kanneganti, MD, is a fellowship-trained surgeon specializing in the treatment of colon and rectal diseases. Her areas of expertise include the laparoscopic treatment of colon and rectal disease; diagnostic and therapeutic colonoscopy;surgical management of colon and rectal cancer; inflammatory bowel disease; diverticulitis; rectal prolapse; hemorrhoids; fecal incontinence; anal fissures; anal abscesses; and fistulas. Dr. Kanneganti endeavors to deliver care with the highest order of compassion and innovation. She is dedicated to healing patients through surgical intervention.

Care Philosophy: William Hirota, MD has a sincere desire to work closely with his colleagues to provide the highest quality of GI care in a compassionate and timely fashion. Dr. Hirota is actively incolved in physician leadership development, public policy regarding health care delivery, local community charity care and participating in improving quality care measurements in GI.

Biography: Dr. Sanjay Agrawal, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist who practices in Tacoma, WA. He is 59 years old and has been practicing for 34 years. Dr. Sanjay Agrawal, MD is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Kevin Leung, MD is an Internist who practices in Federal Way, WA. He is 50 years old and has been practicing for 23 years. Dr. Kevin Leung, MD is affiliated with St. Francis Hospital.

Care Philosophy: Kalyan Kanneganti, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who is skilled in all areas of adult general gastroenterology and hepatology, with special medical interest in colonoscopy for colon cancer screening and the management of GI bleeding, viral hepatitis, complex liver diseases and GERD. Dr. Kanneganti focuses on providing holistic, compassionate and patient-centered care. He strives to help patients understand their disease process and involve them in shared decision making. Dr. Kanneganti is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, American Gastroenterological Association and American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.

Biography: Delia Viisoreanu, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician who offers primary care for adults. She holds special medical interest in women's health, diabetes and allergy care. Dr. Viisoreanu treats patients as a whole, looking at the entire person and building a relationship over time. She strives to listen to patients and address their concerns through a coordinated, team approach to care.Dr. Viisoreanu is a member of the American College of Physicians and American Medical Association.

Care Philosophy: Alan Urbina-Alvarez, MD, is a gastroenterologist who is skilled in all areas of adult general gastroenterology. He believes communication and compassion are the keys to establishing a successful and trustful relationship with patients. As a colleague, he promotes an interdisciplinary approach to patient care in order to achieve the mutual goal of creating a positive impact on patients' lives. Dr. Urbina-Alvarez is a member of the American Gastroenterological Association, American College of Gastroenterology and American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. Outside of work, Dr. Urbina-Alvarez enjoys hiking, traveling, bicycling and playing tennis.

Care Philosophy: Robert Brasch, MD, is an experienced, board-certified general surgeon who combines compassion, empathy and teamwork to achieve the best overall result for each patient. He enjoys getting to know his patients, is a good listener and has a great sense of humor. Dr. Brasch is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He served as a general medical officer in the United States Marine Corps. Outside of work, he enjoys golf and running.

Biography: Johnathan Ha, MD, is a board-certified internist who specializes in digestive disorders, from acid reflux and gastric ulcers, to hepatitis and other liver diseases, to colonoscopy and bowel disorders. _x000D_ Dr. Ha is a member of the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD) and the American Gastroenterological Association. In 2016, he was awarded the AASLD Emerging Liver Scholar Award and has co-authored many articles in peer-reviewed journals.

Care Philosophy: Steven Larson, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist with fellowship training in gastroenterology and hepatology. Dr. Larson received his undergraduate and medical degrees as part of a United States Air Force scholarship program. Dr. Larson has published numerous research papers and has presented his research at national meetings. He has a strong interest in treating patients with inflammatory bowel disease. Other areas of interest include capsule endoscopy, colon cancer prevention and functional bowel diseases. Dr. Larson is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, American Gastroenterological Association and the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.

Biography: Dr. Shaily Jain, MD is an Internist who practices in Federal Way, WA. She is 52 years old and has been practicing for 27 years. Dr. Shaily Jain, MD is affiliated with St. Francis Hospital.

Biography: Dr. William Holderman, MD is an Internist who practices in Tacoma, WA. He is 65 years old and has been practicing for 38 years. Dr. William Holderman, MD is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: I feel that each patient is an individual who deserves compassionate care that fits their unique concerns and life circumstances

Care Philosophy: With 30 years of family practice experience I see myself as my patient's advisor in managing and choosing wisely in their health care decisions. Each individual is unique and needs to have their own input in medical decisions. I tend to encourage diet, exercise and natural approaches and try to minimize use of medication when possible. I discourage narcotics or tranquilizers on a chronic basis as my experience is patients just develop tolerance and now have two problems instead of one.

Biography: John Sun, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist providing comprehensive digestive care for adults. In addition to general gastroenterology, he has specific experience in the management of inflammatory bowel disease, small intestinal disease and celiac disease. Dr. Sun believes in establishing a therapeutic partnership with his patients, and a close working relationship with his physician colleagues, in order to achieve the best outcomes. He takes the time to educate patients on their condition, treatment options and outcomes so they can make informed choices to feel their best. Dr. Sun is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology.

Biography: Christopher Duncan, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist providing expert digestive disease care for patients ages 18 and older. _x000D_ Dr. Duncan strives to foster a healthy relationship with his patients through patience, understanding and compassion for all individuals with digestive disease. Dr. Duncan also strives to remain on the cutting edge of knowledge. Combining both goals allows him to deliver the highest level of care to his patients.