RenalTransplant near Yakima, WA

Biography: Nick Cowan, MD, is a board certified urologist and transplant surgeon specializing in kidney transplant, kidney cancer, kidney stones, and laparoscopic and robotic urologic surgery._x000D_ Dr. Cowan is the Urology Residency Program director at Virginia Mason and a clinical assistant professor of urology at the University of Washington. He is a member of the American Urologic Association, and the Urologic Society for Transplantation and Renal Surgery. He serves as a manuscript reviewer with Urology Practice, Urology, Journal of Urology and Clinical Transplantation._x000D_ Away from work, Dr. Cowan enjoys surfing, skiing and backpacking.

Care Philosophy: Richard Johnston, MD, is a urologist and robotic surgeon, with dual fellowships in treating urologic cancer and kidney stones. He sees adults with any urologic condition, including cancer of the kidney, prostate and bladder, as well as kidney stones (both surgical and medical management). He performs kidney-sparing robotic partial nephrectomies, as well as active surveillance of a wide range of conditions. Dr. Johnston treats each patient with compassion and respect. He ensures that they have access to every state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment option available, and takes the time to discuss each option so patients can actively participate in their own care.

Care Philosophy: 'Practicing medicine today involves forming a partnership between the patient and physician, so that decisions can be made together.'

Biography: Alvaro Lucioni, MD, is a board-certified urologist with subspecialty certification in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery. His areas of expertise include urinary incontinence (female and male), pelvic organ prolapse, voiding dysfunction, pelvic floor reconstruction, neurourology, urodynamics, erectile dysfunction, sexual health, kidney stones and urinary diversion.Dr. Lucioni enjoys interacting with his patients and assisting them through shared decision-making. He feels on top of the world when he can help a patient to get their life back.Dr. Lucioni is a member of the American Medical Association, American Urological Association, Northwest Urological Society, Washington State Medical Association and Washington State Urological Society. He holds committee memberships with the National Association for Continence and Society of Urodynamics and Female Urology.Away from work, Dr. Lucioni enjoys spending time with his family, along with swimming, playing tennis and listening to music.

Biography: Damon Pierce, MD, has expertise in vascular and endovascular surgery, peripheral vascular disease, venous disease and varicose vein treatment. He also has expertise in carotid artery disease, abdominal aortic aneurysms, complex abdominal and thoracic aneurysms, TransCarotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR) and carotid stent placement, and wound care.Dr. Pierce considers communicating effectively - helping patients understand their problem and how it can be fixed - to be one of the most important aspects of being a doctor. He enjoys making a difference in his patients' lives, considering it a privilege and honor to help people. He is also pleased to be able to offer his patients access to many new therapies and options.During his free time, Dr. Pierce enjoys skiing and golfing.

Biography: Dr. Kevin Ward, MD is an Urology Specialist who practices in Federal Way, WA. He is 71 years old and has been practicing for 41 years. Dr. Kevin Ward, MD is affiliated with St. Francis Hospital.

Biography: Dr. Yi Hsieh, MD is an Urology Specialist who practices in Auburn, WA. He is 54 years old and has been practicing for 28 years. Dr. Yi Hsieh, MD is affiliated with St. Francis Hospital.