LaparoscopicUmbilicalorVentralHerniaRepair near Longview, WA

Care Philosophy: Shalini Kanneganti, MD, is a fellowship-trained surgeon specializing in the treatment of colon and rectal diseases. Her areas of expertise include the laparoscopic treatment of colon and rectal disease; diagnostic and therapeutic colonoscopy;surgical management of colon and rectal cancer; inflammatory bowel disease; diverticulitis; rectal prolapse; hemorrhoids; fecal incontinence; anal fissures; anal abscesses; and fistulas. Dr. Kanneganti endeavors to deliver care with the highest order of compassion and innovation. She is dedicated to healing patients through surgical intervention.

Care Philosophy: Robert Brasch, MD, is an experienced, board-certified general surgeon who combines compassion, empathy and teamwork to achieve the best overall result for each patient. He enjoys getting to know his patients, is a good listener and has a great sense of humor. Dr. Brasch is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He served as a general medical officer in the United States Marine Corps. Outside of work, he enjoys golf and running.

Care Philosophy: Linda Pai, MD, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon specializing in advanced laparascopy. She has special interest in breast surgery, colonoscopy, hernia surgery and thyroid surgery. Drawn to medicine for the opportunity to help others, Dr. Pai believes in educating her patients to help them make informed decisions about their disease. Dr. Pai is an experienced surgeon with excellent outcomes. She is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and is fluent in Chinese.

Care Philosophy: Andre C. Joseph, Jr., MD, is a board-certified general surgeon providing both open and minimally invasive (laparoscopic) surgery for a range of conditions, including complex hernia repair, gallbladder removal and colon cancer management. Dr. Joseph has practiced in the Pacific Northwest for more than two decades and brings with him a warm, personable style and commitment to quality care. He takes the time to ensure that patients undergoing surgical procedures understand both the risks and benefits, and he encourages them to ask questions.

Care Philosophy: Eugene Cho, MD, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon specializing in laparoscopic procedures, with special interest in surgery for heartburn, hernias, gallstones, spleen and adrenal problems. Drawn to medicine for the ability to help others, Dr. Cho believes the most important aspect of care is educating his patients about their health problem and treatment options. Dr. Cho is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is also a member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract, and many others.