LaparoscopicAppendectomy near Tacoma, WA

Care Philosophy: Troy Houseworth, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon who specializes in bariatric and minimally invasive surgery. A highly skilled surgeon, Dr. Houseworth is a veteran of the United States Army, where he served as chief of general surgery and developed a bariatric surgery program for Keller Hospital in West Point, New York.

Biography: Erina Kansakar, MD, FACS, is a general surgeon who practices evidence-based medicine, offers current treatment options including minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgery, and strives for excellent patient outcomes. She serves adults and children eight years of age and older. _x000D_ Dr. Kansakar treats patients as she would wish to be treated - with professionalism, knowledge and compassion. She believes in holistic patient care. Her goal is to ensure that treatment plans and outcomes for every patient are well communicated to referring providers. _x000D_ Dr. Kansakar is a member of the American College of Surgeons, American Society of Breast Surgeons and American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.

Care Philosophy: I believe in educating my patients about their disease and condition and the expected results so they can make an educated decision about their care. I will counsel and advise them about what i think is the best option based upon their particular situation, my education and 25 years of experience. I strongly believe in crafting a highly individualized treatment plan, based upon the patient's physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs.

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).

Care Philosophy: 'I try to give the same care to my patients that I would to my own family.'

Biography: Abigail Wiebusch, MD, FACS, has special interest in gallbladder disease, hernias, appendicitis, colon cancer, anorectal disorders, bowel obstruction, vascular access and soft tissue infections, and acute care surgery._x000D_ Dr. Wiebusch enjoys snowboarding, hiking, snowshoeing and soccer.

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.

Care Philosophy: I strive to develop a partnership with each patient in order to provide not just the best surgical care, but also personalized care to achieve optimal health for every individual.