Neurosurgery near Tacoma, WA

Biography: Yelena Golub, PA-C is a Neurosurgery Specialist who practices in Puyallup, WA. Yelena Golub, PA-C is affiliated with St. Clare Hospital.

Biography: Kyle Mahaffey, PA-C is a Neurosurgery Specialist who practices in Puyallup, WA. Kyle Mahaffey, PA-C is affiliated with St. Clare Hospital.

Care Philosophy: Alon Orlev, MD, is neurosurgeon fellowship-trained in neurosurgical oncology, minimally invasive skull base neurosurgery, and cerebrovascular neurosurgery. Dr. Orlev loves to help solve complex surgical problems his patients face. He emphasizes patient education and seeks to ensure his patients feel empowered to make the best decisions for their health. Dr. Orlev served as a cerebrovascular and skull base neurosurgeon at the largest academic neurosurgery department in Israel. He also served as the residency program director. He has an interest and growing experience in using innovative technology that allows precise, minimally invasive neurosurgical treatment of cranial lesions. Prior to beginning his journey in medicine, Dr. Orlev served as a helicopter pilot and flight instructor in the Israeli Airforce, where his experience making high-stakes, swift decisions now guides him in daily critical operative decision-making. Away from work, he loves to spend as much time as possible with his family, on the water or on the ski slopes. He also enjoys flying and hiking.

Care Philosophy: Elizabeth Newkirk, PA-C, works with a team of neurosurgeons to provide quality, efficient, patient-centered care. She strives to find optimal solutions, unique to each patient's needs and goals. She recognizes the value of clear communication and shared decision-making among provider, patient and family in order to achieve the best outcomes.

Care Philosophy: Seong-Jin Moon, MD, is a neurosurgeon who diagnoses and treats conditions that affect the nervous system, including the brain, spine and nerves, with special interest in minimally invasive keyhole techniques for both brain and spine surgery. He employs the latest technology in both minimally invasive brain and spine surgery to achieve the best overall outcome. As a former patient, Dr. Moon understands what it means to be vulnerable and will endeavor to deliver the utmost care as if each patient were his own family member. Dr. Moon is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and Congress of Neurological Surgeons. Outside of work, Dr. Moon enjoys spending time with his family, piano performance and travel.

Biography: Soo Yoon, ARNP is a Neurosurgery Specialist who practices in Puyallup, WA. Soo Yoon, ARNP is affiliated with St. Clare Hospital.

Care Philosophy: Jessica Hansen, PA-C, approaches the care of adult neurosurgery patients with a combination of collaborative expertise, empathy and a commitment to open communication. Warm and understanding, Jessica creates a comfortable environment for patients to ask questions and share their health concerns. Her goal is to empower her patients with knowledge about their condition and its treatment options so they may become active participants in their health care journey. Jessica is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, Washington Academy of Physician Assistants and National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. In her free time, Jessica enjoys singing, gardening, traveling, snowshoeing, hiking, and spending time with friends and family.