IntestinalDiverticulitis near Poulsbo, WA

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: Dr. Kevin Means, MD is an Internist who practices in Seattle, WA. He is 40 years old. Dr. Kevin Means, MD is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

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.

Care Philosophy: Robert Platt, MD, is a family medicine physician offering comprehensive primary care for all ages. Dr. Platt is passionate about preventive care and earning the trust of his patients. He strives to make the doctor's office a comfortable and judgment-free environment that helps to empower patients to share in health decision-making. With all the stressors of a rapidly changing world, he seeks to treat patients holistically, with mental health, sleep, exercise, nutrition and social well-being taking equal parts in his practice. Dr. Platt is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. Away from work, he enjoys music, the outdoors, yoga and cooking.

Biography: Dr. Micah Mack, DO is an Internist who practices in Bellevue, WA. He is 37 years old. Dr. Micah Mack, DO is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Biography: Joy Bucher, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician offering primary care for adults, with special medical interest in heart disease and diabetes. Dr. Bucher strives to spend quality time with her patients, getting to know them and ensuring optimal care decisions are made. She also maintains ongoing communication with the specialists involved in her patients' care.As part of her primary care work, Dr. Bucher teaches medical students and residents, which keeps her up-to-date on the latest evidence-based medicine and always learning.Dr. Bucher is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians.Away from work, Dr. Bucher enjoys bicycling, running, and family time with her husband and daughters.

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

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.

Care Philosophy: The human body is self-regulating and self healing. It has inherent capabilities to heal itself, however sometimes help is required. Disease and dysfunction are not the same and must be treated by the physician in such a way in order to achieve the best possible outcome for the patient.

Biography: Dr. Garrett Thompson, MD is an Internist who practices in Seattle, WA. He is 38 years old. Dr. Garrett Thompson, MD is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Biography: Mar Marallag, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician who offers primary care for adults. She provides both preventive care and treatment for illness and injury.Dr. Marallag strives to understand what is most important to each patient and to get to know them personally so that the treatment plan they develop together best fits with the patient's lifestyle and support system. She also takes a team-approach to care, obtaining input from other providers and specialists when needed to ensure her patients receive optimal care.Away from work, Dr. Marallag enjoys travel, cooking and hiking.