IntestinalDiverticulitis near Snoqualmie, WA

Biography: Nanda Venu, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who specializes in inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, celiac disease, esophageal diseases, colon cancer, endoscopy and food allergies. He strives to offer his patients good treatment options and helps them to make informed choices. Dr. Venu enjoys building long-lasting relationships with patients and helping them to stay well and maintain a high quality of life over a lifetime. He feels he learns a lot from his patients, as he listens to their stories and witnesses their health journeys.

Biography: Dr. Walter Hassig, MD is an Internist who practices in Auburn, WA. He is 66 years old and has been practicing for 39 years. Dr. Walter Hassig, MD is affiliated with St. Francis Hospital.

Biography: Shayan Irani, MD, specializes in pancreaticobiliary diseases, gastrointestinal oncology, Barrett's Esophagus, gastrointestinal stenting, endoscopic mucosal resection, submucosal dissection, radio frequency ablation and other advanced therapeutic and emerging techniques. _x000D_ Dr. Irani enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter, the outdoors, traveling and Scuba diving.

Care Philosophy: Gautam Mankaney, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who specializes in hereditary cancer syndromes (lynch syndrome, familial adenomatous polyposis, PTEN-tumor hamartoma syndromes, juvenile polyposis, Peutz-Jeghers, Li-Fraumeni, MutYH-associated polyposis, sessile serrated polyposis), fecal microbiota transplantation, endoscopy, gastroenterology and gastrointestinal cancer. Dr. Mankaney has a special medical interest in treating individuals with a personal or family history of a hereditary cancer syndrome, or at high risk for developing cancer. Dr. Mankaney serves as both the Director of Endoscopy and Director of Gastrointestinal Cancer Prevention. Previously, he has served as a Committee Chair for the Collaborative Group of Americas on Inherited Gastrointestinal Syndromes, and as a Training Committee member with the American College of Gastroenterology. He has received multiple teaching awards. Away from work, he enjoys tennis, bouldering, hiking and traveling.

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: Jennifer Sweet, DO, is a family medicine physician who provides primary care for patients of all ages, with an emphasis on a holistic approach that integrates prevention, osteopathic manipulation and nutrition. Dr. Sweet's goal is to educate patients on lifestyle choices that can promote good health and prevent future problems. She also treats both acute and chronic conditions, educating patients on available treatment options so they can make informed health care decisions. Treatment may include osteopathic manipulation for a variety of complaints, including headaches, neck and back pain, muscle spasms and strains, and constipation. Dr. Sweet is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians.