IntestinalDiverticulitis near Monroe, WA

Biography: Dr. Michelle Lam, MD is an Internist who practices in Seattle, WA. She is 39 years old. Dr. Michelle Lam, MD is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Biography: Sara May, MD, enjoys running, hiking, traveling, and cooking.

Biography: Dr. Tara Kerr, MD is an Internist who practices in Seattle, WA. She is 50 years old. Dr. Tara Kerr, MD is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: 'I try to give the same care to my patients that I would to my own family.'

Biography: Justin Brandler, MD, cares for patients with gastrointestinal conditions, both general and complex. Dr. Brandler believes it is his calling and responsibility to serve as a healer and teacher for his patients. Through evidence-based medicine and comprehensive, personalized care plans developed through a strong patient-physician partnership, he desires to empower patients with tools for hope and healing._x000D_ In addition to using medication to treat disease, Dr. Brandler thoughtfully harnesses therapeutic tools from nutrition, psychology, integrative medicine and spiritual care. He strives to earn his patients' trust, and seeks to provide a safe and welcoming space through empathetic listening, humor and compassionate care._x000D_ Away from work, Dr. Brandler enjoys sipping coffee with his wife and being a jungle gym for his two energetic young boys. He also enjoys running, swimming and weight-lifting, and is a superhero enthusiast._x000D_ _x000D_ Procedures and conditions treated:_x000D_ _x000D_ Diarrhea and constipation _x000D_ Irritable bowel syndrome and other functional disorders of brain-gut interaction _x000D_ Fecal incontinence and other pelvic floor disorders _x000D_ General gastroenterology _x000D_ Neurogastroenterology and motility _x000D_ _x000D_ _x000D_ Awards/Accolades_x000D_ _x000D_ October 2022 - Awarded the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) ``Social Media Acumen`` award for his ACG magazine article on his Twitter initiative, #GIEmpathyInitiative, where Dr. Brandler put himself through various uncomfortable tests and treatments patients are asked to go through, documenting the process along the way._x000D_

Biography: Alex Chen, MD, provides primary care for patients of all ages. Dr. Chen takes a collaborative approach to care that emphasizes promoting healthy lifestyles and preventive care. He is eager to help each person reach their full potential, whether tackling a new tough hike or keeping up with grandchildren._x000D_ Dr. Chen is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, Washington Academy of Family Physicians and King County Academy of Family Physicians._x000D_ Away from work, Dr. Chen enjoys cycling, reading and spending time outdoors.

Biography: *Accepting new patients, however, there is a waitlist. Please call Concierge Medicine, (206) 341-1557, for additional information.Brandon Auerbach, MD, MPH, is a board-certified internal medicine physician specializing in primary care, nutrition and adult weight management. He practices as part of the Virginia Mason Concierge Medicine program. _x000D_ Dr. Auerbach has written a number of scientific publications, and is particularly interested in nutrition and ``food as medicine.`` _x000D_ When not busy practicing medicine, Dr. Auerbach enjoys tennis, rock climbing, and Lego building with his son.

Biography: Dr. Elise Rasmussen, MD is an Internist who practices in Seattle, WA. She is 38 years old. Dr. Elise Rasmussen, MD is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.