IntestinalDiverticulitis near Gig Harbor, WA

Care Philosophy: Diane Bai is a board-certified gastroenterologist. She works hard to provide compassionate, top-quality care to each of her patients. Dr. Bai, focuses on developing relationships with patients and their families in order to help them understand their illnesses and their treatment options. Dr. Bai is affiliated with the American Gastroenterology Association, American College of Gastroenterology, American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, Washington State Medical Association and American College of Physicians - Women in Medicine.

Care Philosophy: Brian Mulhall, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist with fellowship training in gastroenterology and hepatology. Dr. Mulhall also holds a Master of Public Health degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. He served as Director of the Center for Liver Disease at Walter Reed Medical Center. Dr. Mulhall has special medical interests in inflammatory bowel disease, biliary and liver processes, along with functional intestinal disorders. He has received international recognition for his research, teaching and published articles. Dr. Mulhall has been active in the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) and American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.

Care Philosophy: Kyung W. Noh, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist with fellowship training in gastroenterology. During his fellowship, he also received advanced training in endoscopic ultrasound. Dr. Noh specializes in pancreatic diseases and endoscopic ultrasound. He has published numerous articles in major peer-reviewed journals and has presented at national and international meetings. His professional memberships include the American Gastroenterological Association, American College of Gastroenterology and American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.

Biography: Dr. Michael Lee, MD is an Internist who practices in Tacoma, WA. He is 51 years old and has been practicing for 25 years. Dr. Michael Lee, MD is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center.

Biography: Michael Oliver Roxas, MD, is an internal medicine physician who offers comprehensive primary care for adults, with special medical interest in gastroenterology and endocrinology. _x000D_ Dr. Roxas believes medical care should always be patient-centered. As such, he ``thinks like a patient, acts like a doctor.`` His role is to coach and motivate, helping patients make the right decisions for themselves. He serves not only as a patient's physician, but also their partner in health. _x000D_ Dr. Roxas is a member of the American College of Physicians and American Medical Association.

Care Philosophy: Amy Tsuchida, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist with fellowship training in gastroenterology. Prior to joining Franciscan, Dr. Tsuchida served as Chief of the Gastroenterology Service at Madigan Army Medical Center. She is a retired Colonel from the U.S. Army.

Care Philosophy: Thomas Schleichert, DO, is a general surgeon who provides safe, high quality patient care. Understanding that surgery can be a stressful and intimidating event, he strives to ease these sentiments by building a trusting relationship with each patient and creating a supportive environment. His goal is for his patients to feel confident that all their questions and concerns have been addressed and that they will receive the best care possible. He believes in maintaining cost-effective practices, and uses evidence-based medicine to drive and support this approach. Dr. Schleichert trained with renowned colorectal surgeons at the Ferguson Clinic and has extensive experience practicing at a Breast Cancer Center of Excellence (Grand Rapids, Michigan). He is a member of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons, American Osteopathic Association and American Medical Association. Outside of work, Dr. Schleichert enjoys being outdoors with his wife and daughters, ice hockey, baseball and skiing.

Biography: Dr. Darren Schwartz, MD is an Internist who practices in Gig Harbor, WA. He is 53 years old and has been practicing for 27 years. Dr. Darren Schwartz, MD is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center.