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Care Philosophy: Lisa Britton, MD, is a board certified family medicine physician. Her goal is to provide high-quality care to all her patients. She believes that physicians must partner with patients and work together to achieve optimal wellness. She will always strive to be the best teacher and advocate possible. Her interests in medicine include procedures and working with people of all ages and from various cultures.

Biography: Jane Dunham, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician providing primary care for adults, which a focus on preventive care. Her favorite part of her work is the time she spends with her patients. She enjoys being able to contribute to her patients' education and understanding of their disease and to their feeling more empowered to take charge of their health. She also enjoys playing detective and problem-solving perplexing health issues. Dr. Dunham believes patients know their bodies best, which is why she makes a point to pay attention to what her patients are telling her.Away from work, Dr. Dunham enjoys classical music studies, gardening, reading and physical fitness.

Biography: Dr. Cheryl Collier-Brown, MD is an Internist who practices in Federal Way, WA. She is 62 years old and has been practicing for 36 years. Dr. Cheryl Collier-Brown, MD is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Maria Flores is board certified in family medicine. She believes that one needs to treat a unified human being, not a collection of disconnected symptoms. She believes patients get the best medical care when their physician knows them as a whole - physically, mentally, spiritually and also taking into account their unique social contexts.

Care Philosophy: Archana Rajan, MD, is a board-certified family physician offering a holistic, individualized approach to care. She desires to treat the human being behind the disease, with emotional, physical, spiritual, social and psychological support. She stresses preventive care and education, so that patients can take charge of their own health. She also serves to help patients navigate the complex, multidisciplinary health care system, so they can access the resources needed to enhance and complete their care. Dr. Rajan is a member of the American College of Physicians, American Medical Association and American Association of Family Physicians. Outside of work, she enjoys teaching and playing piano, reading, cooking, traveling and hiking.

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: "I chose primary care as my field because I enjoy getting to know my patients and working with them as team to take care of their health care needs."

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: Kristopher Dunbrack, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician who emphasizes preventive medicine. Dr. Dunbrack strives to educate patients so they can become active participants in their own health care and make informed decisions. He uses empathy and compassion in building relationships with his patients. Dr. Dunbrack believes a team approach, with active communication among specialties, results in improved patient outcomes. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and American Medical Association. Outside of work, Dr. Dunbrack is an avid sports fan. He also enjoys reading, movies and travel.

Biography: Dr. Boris Lazarev, MD is an Internist who practices in Federal Way, WA. He is 53 years old and has been practicing for 30 years. Dr. Boris Lazarev, MD is affiliated with St. Francis Hospital.

Care Philosophy: Jon Bernardo, MD, specializes in internal medicine, with particular interests in diabetes and hypertension. Drawn to medicine by the desire to learn and heal others based on his own experience with doctors as a child, Dr. Bernardo sees care as a team effort. In order to achieve health care goals, both physician and patient must do their part. Treating his patients with the utmost skill and compassion are his priorities. Dr. Bernardo enjoys running, travel and reading. He is fluent in English and Tagalog (Filipino).

Biography: Cameron Smith, MD, is an internal medicine physician who offers primary care for adults, with a focus on patient-centered, evidence-based preventive care and management of chronic medical conditions. _x000D_ Dr. Smith strives to develop a strong doctor-patient relationship and, as a team, provide the best care for his patients. _x000D_ Dr. Smith is a member of the American College of Physicians.

Biography: Lauren Crowley, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician with expertise in preventive care and managing chronic medical conditions. Lauren Crowley, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician offering primary care for adults, with particular emphasis on preventive care and the management of chronic medical conditions. A calm presence, Dr. Crowley enjoys connecting with patients, building trusted relationships, and ensuring patients feel heard and well cared for. In fact, she considers the art of medicine to be the ability to listen to patients and understand their unique stories.Dr. Crowley strives to involve her patients in their own care through a process of open negotiation. Fluent in Spanish, she enjoys working with Spanish-speaking patients.Away from work, Dr. Crowley enjoys cooking, walking her Australian Shepard, reading novels with her book club, and watching her two children play club soccer.Dr. Crowley is fluent in Spanish and enjoys working with Spanish-speaking patients.

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.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Jeffrey Harrison provides personal, comprehensive care for people of all ages, and is particularly interested in sports medicine and women's health care. Dr. Harrison believes in the importance of cooperation between the physician and patient in the prevention of disease and disability. He serves as a diligent patient advocate and works with other medical providers to assure the highest levels of quality and continuity when complicated or chronic medical conditions arise.

Biography: Kanwardeep Sidhu, MD, is a family medicine physician who cares for patients of all ages with acute and chronic medical conditions. Dr. Sidhu is committed to providing comprehensive, high quality health care for the individuals, families and communities she serves, with a special interest in geriatrics and women's health. _x000D_ Dr. Sidhu believes that the patient is the most important member of the health care team. She encourages patients to play an active role in their health and takes a proactive approach to dealing with disease through preventive medicine.

Care Philosophy: Joseph W. Magley, MD sepcializes in family medicine and obstetrics. He believes buidling a relationship based on mutual trust, equality, understanding and caring is the foundation of medicine. Dr. Magley, provides high quality and personalized care to individuals and families. He is passionate about providing the full spectrum of medical care to individuals and families in his community. Dr. Magley, is an Enucmlaw native. Having grown up on the Plateau he enjoys being active and providing medical and obstetric care in the community.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Katherine Hoang is a board certified family medicine physician. She enjoys family medicine because it allows her to take a holistic approach in caring for her patients. She likes getting to know her patients and their families over time. She works hard to establish an atmosphere of respect, compassion and trust, while providing comprehensive care to all patients. With an established relationship, she feels they can work together to achieve the patients best possible health and well-being.

Care Philosophy: Nawang Sherpa, MD, offers personal, comprehensive care for patients of all ages. Additionally, he holds a special medical interest in dermatology. Passionate about medicine, Dr. Sherpa enjoys both scientific problem-solving and building trusted relationships with his patients. He believes that teamwork among patient, clinic staff and physician provides for the highest quality of care.

Care Philosophy: Jon McBride, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician who offers compassionate, collaborative care for the whole family. Dr. McBride practices integrative medicine, using nutrition, vitamins and supplements, when appropriate, along with traditional allopathic medications, as part of his treatment plans. He grew up in a small town in southwest Washington and, in many ways, still practices like a small town doctor. He is an active listener and enjoys teaching others about the body and health. Dr. McBride is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, Washington State Academy of Family Physicians, American Medical Association and Washington State Medical Association. He is actively involved in two organizations for children and families affected by type 1 diabetes and serves as the summer camp doctor for one.