OsteoarthritisofFoot near Sequim, WA

Biography: Kirsten Gage, MD, is a board-certified physiatrist who specializes in neurorehabilitation and spasticity management. She sees patients with stroke, spinal cord injury, brain injury, multiple sclerosis, ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) and movement disorders.Dr. Gage works with a multidisciplinary team of specialists to provide comprehensive, coordinated care._x000D_ Dr. Gage enjoys interacting with patients and can't imagine doing anything else. By getting to know her patients and their families, she is able to focus her treatment plan toward their specific goals. She is inspired by her patients daily and enjoys their victories, large and small._x000D_ Dr. Gage is a member of the Association of Academic Physiatrists, and the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation._x000D_ Away from work, Dr. Gage enjoys cooking, hiking, rowing and gardening.

Care Philosophy: Daniela Mehech, MD, is a board-certified physiatrist (physical medicine and rehabilitation physician), with a certificate of added qualification in sports medicine. Dr. Mehech enjoys getting her patients of all ages and recreation levels moving and being active. She focuses on musculoskeletal and sports-related conditions, including acute and overuse injuries, as well as osteoarthritis and tendinopathy. Dr. Mehech has a particular interest in using ultrasound not only to diagnose and treat via ultrasound-guided injections and procedures, but also to educate patients on their conditions. She values working in a collaborative environment with both patients and with other medical professionals such as orthopedic surgeons and physical or occupational therapists. Originally from California, Dr. Mehech is happy to call Washington home. Outside of medicine, you can find Dr. Mehech cycling in all forms, swimming, running and spending time outdoors with her family.

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.

Care Philosophy: Julie Tan, DO, is a family medicine physician with special medical interest in adolescent health and lifestyle management support for the control of chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes and high cholesterol. She also enjoys women's health. Dr. Tan strives to provide a friendly and comfortable medical home for her patients. She treats her patients with care and respect, with a focus on caring for the whole person and shared decision-making. She enjoys staying abreast of the latest medical advances and integrating what she learns into her practice. Dr. Tan is a member of the American Medical Association, American Academy of Family Medicine and Washington Academy of Family Medicine. Away from work, Dr. Tan enjoys baking and cooking, traveling, reading, and playing piano. She is also a West Highland White Terrier enthusiast and owner.

Biography: Dr. Heidi Rogers, MD is a Pediatrics Specialist who practices in Kirkland, WA. She is 57 years old and has been practicing for 29 years. Dr. Heidi Rogers, 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.

Biography: Juliet Bliss, DO, is a board-certified family medicine physician who also offers obstetrics. She is passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion, and enjoys partnering with diverse populations to provide equitable and exceptional care to all. _x000D_ Dr. Bliss practices compassionate, full-spectrum primary care, treating newborn infants to elders and everyone in between. Her approach is holistic and osteopathic, encompassing the mind, body and spirit. She uses osteopathic (hands-on) techniques to treat many conditions, including headaches, sprains, sinus and upper respiratory infections, joint pain and chronic body pain. She feels that getting to know everyone in the family is important for the best partnership in care, and she especially loves working with new parents. _x000D_ Away from work, Dr. Bliss enjoys camping, reading, family game night and bicycling.