IntestinalDiverticulitis near Seattle, WA

Care Philosophy: Kristy Wells, MD, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon who performs surgery at Virginia Mason Medical Center and St. Anne Hospital. Dr. Wells has a special medical interest in emergency general surgery. Dr. Wells takes a maternalistic approach to patient care. She seeks to understand each patient's goals and to help them achieve them. Her role is to assist, not judge. Dr. Wells' focus on patient-centered care resulted in the receipt of an Award for Outstanding Patient Satisfaction for five consecutive years. Away from work, Dr. Wells enjoys spending time with her kids and dogs, and getting to know the beautiful city of Seattle.

Biography: Andrew Ross, MD, specializes in gastrointestinal oncology, Barrett's Esophagus, endoscopic ultrasound, ERCP, pancreaticobiliary disorders, endoscopic mucosal resection, endoscopic technology, novel technique development and submucosal dissection. _x000D_ Dr. Ross is a fellow of the American Society for GastrointestinalEndoscopy. _x000D_ When not practicing medicine, Dr. Ross enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter, road trips, the outdoors and adventure travel. _x000D_

Biography: Dr. Alvin Calderon, MD is a Hospitalist who practices in Seattle, WA. He is 57 years old and has been practicing for 25 years. Dr. Alvin Calderon, MD is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Biography: Timothy Zisman, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist with specialty interest in inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis and celiac disease. _x000D_ Dr. Zisman practices shared decision-making, partnering with patients to understand their condition in the context of their life circumstances and, together, developing an individualized plan of care that allows each patient to achieve the health outcomes most important to them. _x000D_ Dr. Zisman is a member of the American Gastroenterological Association; American College of Gastroenterology; American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy; and Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America Chapter Medical Advisory Committee. He is an associate professor of medicine at the University of Washington School of Medicine. _x000D_ Away from work, Dr. Zisman enjoys hiking, camping, cycling, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.

Biography: Blake Wachi, MD, is a general surgeon who is committed to forming strong relationships with his patients through high-quality, evidence-based surgical care. He is experienced with minimally invasive techniques and believes in their benefits, including less pain, quicker recovery and shorter hospital stays. For patients, and their families, he strives to be as approachable and accessible as possible.Dr. Wachi is a member of the American College of Surgeons.Away from work, he enjoys backpacking, volleyball, skiing and photography.