LaparoscopicGallbladderRemovalCholecystectomy near Tacoma, WA

Biography: Abigail Wiebusch, MD, FACS, has special interest in gallbladder disease, hernias, appendicitis, colon cancer, anorectal disorders, bowel obstruction, vascular access and soft tissue infections, and acute care surgery._x000D_ Dr. Wiebusch enjoys snowboarding, hiking, snowshoeing and soccer.

Biography: Erina Kansakar, MD, FACS, is a general surgeon who practices evidence-based medicine, offers current treatment options including minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgery, and strives for excellent patient outcomes. She serves adults and children eight years of age and older. _x000D_ Dr. Kansakar treats patients as she would wish to be treated - with professionalism, knowledge and compassion. She believes in holistic patient care. Her goal is to ensure that treatment plans and outcomes for every patient are well communicated to referring providers. _x000D_ Dr. Kansakar is a member of the American College of Surgeons, American Society of Breast Surgeons and American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.

Care Philosophy: Kristy Wells, MD, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon who performs surgery at Virginia Mason Medical Center and St. Anne Hospital. Dr. Wells has a special medical interest in emergency general surgery. Dr. Wells takes a maternalistic approach to patient care. She seeks to understand each patient's goals and to help them achieve them. Her role is to assist, not judge. Dr. Wells' focus on patient-centered care resulted in the receipt of an Award for Outstanding Patient Satisfaction for five consecutive years. Away from work, Dr. Wells enjoys spending time with her kids and dogs, and getting to know the beautiful city of Seattle.

Biography: Anna Hubbard, MD, is a well-rounded general surgeon with exposure to both acute care surgery and bread-and-butter general surgery, including hernias, gallbladder disease, breast surgery, benign anorectal conditions, skin and soft tissues masses, diverticular disease and colon cancer. She also has experience with basic endoscopy, robotic surgery and complex laparoscopy. Dr. Hubbard strives to provide high-quality, evidence-based management of surgical disease. She has a thoughtful, compassionate approach to every patient interaction.Away from work, Dr. Hubbard enjoys hiking, sailing, badminton, singing karaoke, and spending quality time with family and friends. She is beginning to dabble in cooking.

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.

Biography: Blake Wachi, MD, is a general surgeon who is committed to forming strong relationships with his patients through high-quality, evidence-based surgical care. He is experienced with minimally invasive techniques and believes in their benefits, including less pain, quicker recovery and shorter hospital stays. For patients, and their families, he strives to be as approachable and accessible as possible.Dr. Wachi is a member of the American College of Surgeons.Away from work, he enjoys backpacking, volleyball, skiing and photography.

Care Philosophy: 'I try to give the same care to my patients that I would to my own family.'