Radiculopathy near University Place, WA

Biography: Dr. Keyi Yang M.D., Ph.D. Our founder and medical director, Dr. Keyi Yang is an American Psychiatry and Neurology Board certified Neurologist. He received his medical degree from the Shanghai No.2 Medical College in Shanghai, China, and a Ph.D. in Physiology/Neuroscience at the Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Yang completed his residency training in neurology at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, and he also received additional training in electrophysiological studies (EMG), Botulism Toxin Therapy, and sleep studies at the VA Medical Center Houston and the Institute of Sleep Medicine in Houston, Texas. Before moving to Tacoma, Dr. Yang was an assistant Professor of Neurology and Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas. Dr. Yang was actively involved in research in developing new therapy for brain injury and Parkinson's disease while simultaneously teaching at the neurology resident program of Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Yang was an attending physician and staff neurologist at the VA Medical Center Houston. Dr. Yang has developed 12 years of academic neuroscience research experience in the world renowned Houston Texas Medical Center. He is the principal investigator for the National Institute of Stroke and Neurological Disorder with funded research programs for the development of neurotrophic gene therapy for treatment of brain injury. In addition, Dr. Yang functioned as the principal investigator for the Department of Veteran Affairs gene therapy study of treatment for Parkinson's Disease. Dr. Yang has published 40 medical research papers in prestigious medical journals, received numerous grants and rewards from the National Institute of Health, Department of Veteran Affairs and Texas High Education Committee. After many neuroscience medical research achievements, Dr. Yang decided to apply his research and teaching experience to the neurology clinical private practice. In 2004, Dr. Yang opened the Mount Rainier Neurology Clinic and focused on serving his patients. In the last 8 years, Dr. Yang has efficiently diagnosed and kindly treated the various difficult neurological diseases of patients in the Puget Sound area. From 2012, Dr. Yang added a satellite weekend clinic in the city of Bellevue, to better serve the patient needs. Dr. Yang's unique training and considerable experience in clinical neurology and neurosciences research provides him an advantage in diagnosing difficult neurological disorders. His expertise in both current Western medicine and traditional Chinese medicine equips him with a broad spectrum of evaluation and treatment modalities for difficult-to-treat neurological disorders.

Care Philosophy: Carrie Jenner, MD, enjoys working with children and their parents to develop healthy lifestyles that will continue into adulthood. She especially likes working with newborn and adolescent patients and provides continuity of care as they grow and mature. Dr. Jenner enjoys spending time with her family,swimming and gardening.

Care Philosophy: John Smoots, MD, provides complete care for adults. He is here to treat you when you are ill, and to help you achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle through ongoing preventive care and education. Dr. Smoots believes that the doctor and patient are a team, and that a commitment to patient education helps maximize the benefits of treatment.

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: Lawrence Tsai, MD, provides care for the whole family, with a special focus on prevention. Dr. Tsai treats the whole person, considering mind, body and spirit along with evidence-based medicine. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and board certified by the Americal Board of Family Medicine.

Care Philosophy: Brendon Hutchinson, MD, is a family practitioner with special medical interests in cholesterol and hypertension management, diabetes management, routine and preventive medicine, and travel counseling. An ambassador of good health, Dr. Hutchinson is passionate about providing personalized, compassionate care for the whole family.

Care Philosophy: Jessy Ang, MD, is a family medicine physician who offers compassionate, competent, committed primary care to patients of all ages, newborns to seniors. Dr. Ang was drawn to medicine because it allows him to help people and form lasting relationships with his patients. The overall well-being of his patients is his top priority. His philosophy of care is reflected in a quote from the American physician Francis Peabody: ``The secret of the care of the patient is caring for the patient.`` Dr. Ang is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and American Medical Association.

Biography: Dr. Charles Weatherby, MD is a Family Practitioner who practices in Tacoma, WA. He is 73 years old and has been practicing for 47 years. Dr. Charles Weatherby, 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: David Timme, MD, specializes in otolaryngology, including the medical and surgical management and treatment of patients with disorders of the ear, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck.Dr. Timme places a strong emphasis on listening carefully to each patient in order to obtain a thoughtful and accurate diagnosis. He offers care that is tailored to each patient in accordance with the latest technology and accepted medical standards.Dr. Timme is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy and American Medical Association.

Care Philosophy: I strive to provide comprehensive and effective allergy, asthma, and immunology care. I believe that by thoroughly evaluating patients and teaching them about asthma and other allergic diseases, it will reduce time and performance loss from school or employment, need for emergency treatments, and possible overall costs. Importantly, your quality of life and sense of well-being could improve.

Care Philosophy: Seth John Stankus, DO, is a board-certified neurologist with over 20 years of experience. Dr. Stankus enjoys all aspects of clinical neurology with particular interest in epilepsy, electroencephalography and multiple sclerosis.

Biography: Dr. Stacie Donion, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist who practices in Tacoma, WA. She is 56 years old and has been practicing for 28 years. Dr. Stacie Donion, MD is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: Douglas Sorensen, MD, FACS, is a head and neck surgeon with advanced training in head and neck surgical oncology. He has extensive experience in thyroid and parathyroid surgery, including minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Sorenson also offers treatment for general ear, nose and throat disorders. He retired from a distinguished military career as a head and neck surgeon. Passionate about patient care, he remains current in the latest technology, and provides education to his peers regionally and nationally. In his off hours, Dr. Sorensen enjoys family, water sports, running, and exploring the Cascades.

Biography: Dr. Stephen Hillis, MD is a Family Practitioner who practices in Tacoma, WA. He is 60 years old and has been practicing for 33 years. Dr. Stephen Hillis, MD is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center.

Biography: Stephen Ou, DO, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon with proficiency in minimally invasive sports medicine; total shoulder, hip and knee replacements; and community fracture care. Dr. Ou works in partnership with his patients to address each individual’s specific concerns and deliver the best care possible. Dr. Ou is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine and Western Orthopaedic Association.