Prostatectomy with Robotic Assist near Tacoma, WA

Biography: Jaspreet Parihar, MD, is a board-certified urologist with fellowship training in da Vinci robotic and minimally invasive surgeries in urologic oncology. His scope of work includes urologic cancers (with special interest and expertise in kidney/ bladder/prostate cancer) and benign conditions such as BPH and kidney stones. He strives to provide holistic, compassionate care and to treat his patients as he would his family. Dr. Parihar is a member of the American Urological Association, American College of Surgeons Professional Association and American Medical Association. Away from work, Dr. Parihar enjoys hiking and tennis.

Care Philosophy: Richard Johnston, MD, is a urologist and robotic surgeon, with dual fellowships in treating urologic cancer and kidney stones. He sees adults with any urologic condition, including cancer of the kidney, prostate and bladder, as well as kidney stones (both surgical and medical management). He performs kidney-sparing robotic partial nephrectomies, as well as active surveillance of a wide range of conditions. Dr. Johnston treats each patient with compassion and respect. He ensures that they have access to every state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment option available, and takes the time to discuss each option so patients can actively participate in their own care.

Biography: Daniel Willis, MD, is a urologic surgeon who offers care for the full spectrum of urologic disorders, including complex cases. Dr. Willis has fellowship training in urologic cancers with expertise in the treatment of bladder, prostate, kidney, testes and penile cancers, and is trained in robotic surgery. Conscientious, caring and dedicated to patient education, Dr. Willis empowers patients to participate jointly in their care and to make personalized, informed medical decisions. In his off-hours, Dr. Willis enjoys outdoor sports and recreation, home improvement projects and time spent with his children.

Care Philosophy: John B. Bak, MD, is a board certified urologist, specializing in the treatment of adult and pediatric patients with urologic conditions. He has particular medical interest in treating urologic cancers, incontinence and impotence, and laparoscopic surgery for a range of conditions. Dr. Bak believes every patient should be treated with kindness and respect, and that patient education is just as important as treatment. He likes to involve his patients in the decision-making process and overall treatment plan for their health condition.In his leisure time, Dr. Bak enjoys golf, skiing, swimming and travel.

Biography: Alvaro Lucioni, MD, is a board-certified urologist with subspecialty certification in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery. His areas of expertise include urinary incontinence (female and male), pelvic organ prolapse, voiding dysfunction, pelvic floor reconstruction, neurourology, urodynamics, erectile dysfunction, sexual health, kidney stones and urinary diversion.Dr. Lucioni enjoys interacting with his patients and assisting them through shared decision-making. He feels on top of the world when he can help a patient to get their life back.Dr. Lucioni is a member of the American Medical Association, American Urological Association, Northwest Urological Society, Washington State Medical Association and Washington State Urological Society. He holds committee memberships with the National Association for Continence and Society of Urodynamics and Female Urology.Away from work, Dr. Lucioni enjoys spending time with his family, along with swimming, playing tennis and listening to music.

Biography: Nick Cowan, MD, is a board certified urologist and transplant surgeon specializing in kidney transplant, kidney cancer, kidney stones, and laparoscopic and robotic urologic surgery._x000D_ Dr. Cowan is the Urology Residency Program director at Virginia Mason and a clinical assistant professor of urology at the University of Washington. He is a member of the American Urologic Association, and the Urologic Society for Transplantation and Renal Surgery. He serves as a manuscript reviewer with Urology Practice, Urology, Journal of Urology and Clinical Transplantation._x000D_ Away from work, Dr. Cowan enjoys surfing, skiing and backpacking.

Biography: Alex Borchert, MD, is a well-trained robotic surgeon who specializes in repairing and restoring the urinary tract (kidneys, ureters, bladder, prostate and urethra) and genitals. Dr. Borchert builds partnerships with patients, providing them with up-to-date information so they can make informed decisions. He strives to give his patients the time they require and to spend time simply listening._x000D_ Dr. Borchert is a member of the American Urological Association (AUA) and Society of Genitourinary Reconstructive Surgeons (GURS)._x000D_ Away from work, Dr. Borchert enjoys being active in the beautiful Pacific Northwest outdoors, running, kayaking, soccer and spending time with family.

Biography: Dr. Stephen King, MD is an Urology Specialist who practices in Federal Way, WA. He is 51 years old. Dr. Stephen King, MD is affiliated with St. Francis Hospital.

Biography: Dr. Kevin Ward, MD is an Urology Specialist who practices in Federal Way, WA. He is 71 years old and has been practicing for 41 years. Dr. Kevin Ward, MD is affiliated with St. Francis Hospital.