IntestinalDiverticulitis near Mill Creek, WA

Biography: Jimy Gillette, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician offering primary care for adults.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Klaus Mergener is a gastroenterologist based in Edmonds, WA, specializing in colon cancer prevention and the management of biliary and pancreatic diseases. He offers a wide range of general and interventional endoscopic procedures and is now accepting new patients.

Biography: Mohan Mallipeddi, MD, specializes in minimally invasive (laparoscopic/robotic) surgery for hernias, benign esophageal disorders, stomach and intestinal cancer, and obesity._x000D_ For all his surgical patients, Dr. Mallipeddi gives them the opportunity to express their own story. As a specialist in bariatric (obesity) surgery, he enjoys the opportunity to follow his patients over a long period of time, getting to know them along the way and witnessing their transformation toward better health._x000D_ Away from work, Dr. Mallipeddi enjoys board games, movies, travel, family time and playing sports (soccer, volleyball, basketball, ultimate, badminton).

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: Misho Hubka, MD, is a board-certified thoracic surgeon. His special medical interests include Robotic and Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS), lung cancer surgery, esophageal cancer surgery, and complex surgery for benign and malignant disease of the lung, chest wall, esophagus and mediastinum.Dr. Hubka is a member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons, STS Patient Safety Workforce and Western Thoracic Surgical Association. He was named a Top Doctor by Seattle Met Magazine in 2017, 2018 and 2019.

Biography: Cecile Dinh, MD, is a family medicine physician offering full-spectrum primary care to individuals of all ages. She is dedicated to recognizing her patients' social and physical environments, to improve preventive care and promote healthy lifestyles. She especially enjoys working with babies, children and women, along with the multigenerational families she sees. Dr. Dinh strives to understand her patients' perspectives, partner with them and empower them to take the necessary steps to lead a healthy, happy life.Dr. Dinh is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. Outside of work, Dr. Dinh enjoys hiking, camping, road trips, visiting national parks and traveling internationally.

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: Gautam Velamoor, MD, is a board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon with special medical interest in aortic surgery, cardiac surgery, aortic valve replacement, and mitral valve repair and replacement. His areas of expertise include adult cardiac surgery, coronary bypass surgery, transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), aortic valve replacement, mitral valve repair and replacement, and aortic surgery. _x000D_ Dr. Velamoor enjoys the positive, life-altering nature of cardiac surgery. He feels good communication is vital as patient's weigh their treatment choices and take charge of their own health. _x000D_ Dr. Velamoor is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), and a member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and American Medical Association. Formerly Section Head of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Dr. Velamoor now serves as Director of Surgical and Perioperative Quality, and Surgical Director of the Structural Heart Program at Virginia Mason Medical Center. He has been named a Top Doctor with Seattle Metropolitan and Seattle magazines consecutively since 2013. _x000D_ Away from work, Dr. Velamoor enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing golf and traveling.