LaparoscopicGallbladderRemovalCholecystectomy near Renton, WA

Care Philosophy: Andre C. Joseph, Jr., MD, is a board-certified general surgeon providing both open and minimally invasive (laparoscopic) surgery for a range of conditions, including complex hernia repair, gallbladder removal and colon cancer management. Dr. Joseph has practiced in the Pacific Northwest for more than two decades and brings with him a warm, personable style and commitment to quality care. He takes the time to ensure that patients undergoing surgical procedures understand both the risks and benefits, and he encourages them to ask questions.

Biography: Joel Sternbach, MD, is a board-certified thoracic surgeon specializes in the minimally invasive treatment of benign and malignant conditions of the lung, esophagus, mediastinum, pleura and chest wall. He offers surgical solutions for esophageal motility disorders and reflux disease (GERD), and performs robotic and video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS).

Biography: Dr. Lauren Wancata, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Seattle, WA. She is 40 years old and has been practicing for 14 years. Dr. Lauren Wancata, MD is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.