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Care Philosophy: I partner with families to provide integrative medical care through the full spectrum of life - from basic fertility and low risk maternity care to pediatric care, and all the way through geriatrics. I enjoy helping people to take charge of their lives with behavioral change and innovation.

Care Philosophy: Dr. John Sashko provides health care for the whole family, from preventive care to acute and chronic conditions. He encourages his patients to take an active role in their health care, and strives to see patients the same day they call for an appointment. As a former pharmacist, Dr. Sashko embarked on his medical career in order to have a more active role in caring for patients. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Medicine and the Pierce County Medical Society. A long-time resident of the Pacific hobbies include fly fishing and fly tying.

Biography: Dr. Stanley Flemming, DO is a Family Practitioner who practices in University Place, WA. He is 72 years old and has been practicing for 40 years. Dr. Stanley Flemming, DO is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Cieri is a board certified pediatrician with particular interest in infectious disease and adolescent health. He believes the key to good health is preventive care, so he emphasizes regular visits to help parents manage their children's healthy lifestyle.

Care Philosophy: Yilei Gu, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician who offers primary care for patients of all ages. Dr. Gu strives to provide comprehensive and compassionate care guided by the latest medical guidelines. Dr. Gu is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. Outside of work, Dr. Gu enjoys piano, cycling, traveling and cooking.

Biography: Alma Glamzi, MD, provides comprehensive primary care for the whole family. Dr. Glamzi seeks to build lasting relationships with her patients through open communication. She stresses prevention, along with patient education and involvement, as vital to ensuring good health. Helping each patient achieve and maintain a healthy mind, body and spirit is her goal.

Biography: Dr. Karin Barkin, MD is a Psychiatrist who practices in Tacoma, WA. She is 66 years old. Dr. Karin Barkin, MD is affiliated with St. Michael Medical Center-Silverdale.

Care Philosophy: Rachelle Guinto, MD, provides complete family medical care for all ages, with special interest in women's health and geriatric care. Dr. Guinto believes in the value of listening to her patients and building relationships with them to provide the best care possible.

Care Philosophy: ``I enjoy talking to children and their parents. Being a pediatrician allows me to follow a patient from birth through college. I feel it is my role as the medical provider to continually learn new medical information to keep the family informed and to help them make wise medical decisions. I have a special interest in caring for children with autism and other developmental disabilities.``

Biography: Dr. Megan Struthers, MD is a Pediatrics Specialist who practices in Fircrest, WA. She is 59 years old. Dr. Megan Struthers, MD is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Robyn Brand, MD is a Pediatrics Specialist who practices in Gig Harbor, WA. She is 51 years old. Dr. Robyn Brand, MD is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center.

Biography: Ivy Corro-Casio, MD is a board-certified internal medicine physician offering primary care for adults. She holds special medical interest in the care of elderly patients and enjoys getting to know her patients as individuals. _x000D_ Ivy works hard to build trust with each and every patient, which she believes is critical to a successful treatment plan. She also stresses ongoing collaboration with her colleagues.

Biography: Dr. Di Zhao, MD is a Nephrology Specialist who practices in Tacoma, WA. She is 54 years old and has been practicing for 32 years. Dr. Di Zhao, MD is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: Karen Schowalter, DO, is a board-certified family medicine physician who sees patients of all ages. Dr. Schowalter focuses on treating the whole person and family. She believes each person is the expert on their own life, and she works in partnership with them to prevent disease through healthy living. She loves genetics and offers osteopathic manipulation. Dr. Schowalter is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, American Medical Association and American Osteopathic Association. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, traveling, gardening and walking her two golden retrievers, Jig and Rodney.

Biography: Dr. Ulrich Birlenbach, MD is an Internist who practices in Lakewood, WA. He is 73 years old and has been practicing for 45 years. Dr. Ulrich Birlenbach, MD is affiliated with St. Clare Hospital.