IntestinalDiverticulitis near Sequim, WA

Biography: Shelly Khurana, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician with special medical interest in preventive medicine, adolescent health and general internal medicine.Dr. Khurana treats the whole person, taking the time to understand not only the patient's medical condition but also the patient personally. She feels it takes time and compassion to listen well and to understand where a patient is coming from and how that influences their health and well-being. She strives to provide the best possible care, answering questions fully and referring patients to specialists, when needed, for additional care.Dr. Khurana is a member of the American College of Physicians and American Medical Association.

Biography: Joy Bucher, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician offering primary care for adults, with special medical interest in heart disease and diabetes. Dr. Bucher strives to spend quality time with her patients, getting to know them and ensuring optimal care decisions are made. She also maintains ongoing communication with the specialists involved in her patients' care.As part of her primary care work, Dr. Bucher teaches medical students and residents, which keeps her up-to-date on the latest evidence-based medicine and always learning.Dr. Bucher is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians.Away from work, Dr. Bucher enjoys bicycling, running, and family time with her husband and daughters.

Biography: Amy Rodriguez, MD, is a board-certified family physician who also offers obstetrics. Dr. Rodriguez believes everyone deserves quality health care from a provider they trust. She enjoys taking care of whole families, from newborns to grandparents, and getting to know them well over time. It is important to her that her patients feel heard and valued for their individuality, and she makes a point to explain things in a way her patients can understand.Away from work, Dr. Rodriguez enjoys spending time with her two adult kids and fianc, knitting, long walks, travel and live events such as Seattle Thunderbirds hockey. She volunteers at a dog shelter and shares her home with three rescued shelter dogs.Conditions and Procedures:Adult and family medicine (all ages)Basic skin and joint clinical proceduresDiabetes managementGender-affirming careFamily planningHypertension managementMedication assisted treatment for substance use disorderMental health carePrenatal, obstetrics and newborn carePreventive medicineWomen's health

Biography: Dr. Soraya Chanyasubkit, MD is a Family Practitioner who practices in Edmonds, WA. She is 35 years old and has been practicing for 8 years. Dr. Soraya Chanyasubkit, MD is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Garrett Thompson, MD is an Internist who practices in Seattle, WA. He is 38 years old. Dr. Garrett Thompson, MD is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Biography: Mar Marallag, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician who offers primary care for adults. She provides both preventive care and treatment for illness and injury.Dr. Marallag strives to understand what is most important to each patient and to get to know them personally so that the treatment plan they develop together best fits with the patient's lifestyle and support system. She also takes a team-approach to care, obtaining input from other providers and specialists when needed to ensure her patients receive optimal care.Away from work, Dr. Marallag enjoys travel, cooking and hiking.

Biography: Dr. Lauren Wancata, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Seattle, WA. She is 40 years old and has been practicing for 14 years. Dr. Lauren Wancata, MD is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Biography: Edward Cuaresma, MD, cares for patients with a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions, from celiac and Crohn's disease to irritable bowel syndrome and ulcerative colitis. Dr. Cuaresma is also experienced with endoscopy, a nonsurgical procedure where a flexible tube with a light and camera is used to visualize the digestive tract to aid in diagnosing and treating disease. _x000D_ Dr. Cuaresma understands how medical conditions affect a person's emotional and psychosocial well-being. His approach is that of an ongoing partnership with each patient, with an emphasis on accessibility and open communication as they work toward a common goal. He is dedicated to providing excellent, evidence-based digestive care. _x000D_ Away from work, Dr. Cuaresma enjoys photography, film and literature. He also enjoys hiking as a way to experience the nature unique to the Pacific Northwest.

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.