Internal Medicine near Seattle, WA

Care Philosophy: 'The most enjoyable part of my job is my interaction with patients. I find that working together to overcome obstacles and helping my patients stay healthy is very rewarding.'

Care Philosophy: "I chose primary care as my field because I enjoy getting to know my patients and working with them as team to take care of their health care needs."

Biography: Ellen Frechette, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician offering primary care for adults. Dr. Frechette welcomes the opportunity to engage with her patients and get to know them on a personal level. Her goal is to develop a relationship of trust with each patient as quickly as she can, so they know they can come to her with their questions and concerns. Arriving at a diagnosis, implementing treatment and impacting a patient's life in a positive way is a primary source of satisfaction for her.Dr. Frechette is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians.Away form work, Dr. Frechette enjoys spending time with her two girls and husband. Together, they enjoy the outdoors and horseback riding.

Biography: Soheila Hedayati, MD, is a board-certified internal and geriatric medicine physician offering primary care for adults. She is also involved in medical student and medical resident education.Away from work, Dr. Hedayati likes spending time with family and friends, and engaging in outdoor activities and travel.

Biography: Steven Hayashi, MD is a board-certified internal medicine physician offering primary care for adults. He enjoys getting to know each patient over time and accompanying them on their health care journey. As his patient's coach, the more he understands what motivates them, the more likely he is to be able to make recommendations that they will follow. He understands that the health care system can be intimidating for patients and works to provide navigational guidance.Dr. Hayashi is a member of the American College of Physicians. He was voted one of Seattle's Top Doctors by both Seattle Metropolitan and Seattle magazines.Away from work, Dr. Hayashi enjoys outdoor activities with his wife and son, including kayaking, boating, hiking and camping.

Biography: Michael Soung, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician specializing in all aspects of primary and preventive care for adults, with a special interest in patient education. Dr. Soung takes the whole person into consideration when working to improve their health. He sees himself as a guide, assisting his patients to navigate through their health difficulties and develop a plan of care. He considers it an honor and privilege to have patients share their concerns with him and to earn their trust. _x000D_ In addition to seeing patients, Dr. Soung teaches resident physicians through the Virginia Medicine Residency Program. Dr. Soung is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. _x000D_ When not busy practicing medicine, Dr. Soung enjoys running, playing tennis and spending time with his family.

Biography: Jeanne Poole, MD, is a board certified physician at the Cardiology Clinic at UW Medical Center, director of UW Medicine Cardiac Electrophysiology and a UW professor of Cardiology and Medicine.Dr. Poole sees patients with heart rhythm abnormalities or symptoms explainable by a heart rhythm abnormality and offers medical and procedural therapy when appropriate. She performs surgical placement of implantable pacemakers and defibrillators, and other procedures specific to the heart rhythm condition. She strives to create active partnerships with her patients to achieve the best possible outcomes.Dr. Poole earned her M.D. at the UW. She is triple board certified in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, Cardiovascular Disease and Internal Medicine. Her clinical interests include patients with heart rhythm disorders. Her research interests include prevention of sudden cardiac death through technological advancements.

Biography: Dr. Elizabeth Bolen, MD is an Internist who practices in Seattle, WA. She is 42 years old. Dr. Elizabeth Bolen, MD 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.

Care Philosophy: Travis Gerrard, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician offering primary care for adults, with special medical interest in digital health and informatics.Away from work, Dr. Gerrard enjoys computer programming, informatics, bike commuting, vegan cooking and hiking.

Biography: *Accepting new patients, however, there is a waitlist. Please call Concierge Medicine, (206) 341-1557, for additional information.Brandon Auerbach, MD, MPH, is a board-certified internal medicine physician specializing in primary care, nutrition and adult weight management. He practices as part of the Virginia Mason Concierge Medicine program. _x000D_ Dr. Auerbach has written a number of scientific publications, and is particularly interested in nutrition and ``food as medicine.`` _x000D_ When not busy practicing medicine, Dr. Auerbach enjoys tennis, rock climbing, and Lego building with his son.