IntestinalDiverticulitis near Bainbridge Island, WA

Biography: Sam Rosenfeld, MD, PhD, offers evidence-based, patient-centered, digestive disease care, balancing patient goals and interests with the newest data. Dr. Rosenfeld recognizes that every patient experiences their digestive issues differently and has unique expectations for their medical care. He strives to meet patients where they are and form an alliance to provide the best care possible.Dr. Rosenfeld focuses primarily on treating patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Crohns disease and ulcerative colitis. His IBD team is at the forefront of advanced therapies, including clinical trials, and novel diagnostics including intestinal ultrasound.

Biography: Otto Lin, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who specializes in colonoscopy. Other areas of expertise include inflammatory bowel disease, hepatitis B and C, gastroesophageal reflux disease and peptic ulcer disease. He is also active in outcomes research, particularly as it relates to colon cancer screening.Dr. Lin finds it highly rewarding to follow patients over time. He believes that a positive physician-patient relationship can promote healing.Dr. Lin is the medical director of Quality Improvement for the Digestive Disease Institute at Virginia Mason, a clinical assistant professor of medicine at the University of Washington and a consultant for the Radiological Devices Panel at the FDA. He is also the recipient of several awards including the Franklin Ebaugh Award for Outstanding Research (Stanford Hospital), Glaxo Institute of Digestive Health Resource Award, Cabot Prize (Harvard Medical School) and Clinical Research Award (Benaroya Research Institute at Virginia Mason).

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: 'I enjoy the opportunity and challenge of helping patients navigate through difficult medical problems.'

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: Dr. Amita Buddhdev, MD is a Hospitalist who practices in Seattle, WA. She is 41 years old and has been practicing for 13 years. Dr. Amita Buddhdev, MD is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Biography: Gautam Velamoor, MD, is a board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon with special medical interest in aortic surgery, cardiac surgery, aortic valve replacement, and mitral valve repair and replacement. His areas of expertise include adult cardiac surgery, coronary bypass surgery, transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), aortic valve replacement, mitral valve repair and replacement, and aortic surgery. _x000D_ Dr. Velamoor enjoys the positive, life-altering nature of cardiac surgery. He feels good communication is vital as patient's weigh their treatment choices and take charge of their own health. _x000D_ Dr. Velamoor is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), and a member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and American Medical Association. Formerly Section Head of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Dr. Velamoor now serves as Director of Surgical and Perioperative Quality, and Surgical Director of the Structural Heart Program at Virginia Mason Medical Center. He has been named a Top Doctor with Seattle Metropolitan and Seattle magazines consecutively since 2013. _x000D_ Away from work, Dr. Velamoor enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing golf and traveling.

Biography: Elizabeth Gold, MD, is a board-certified cardiologist with special interest in women's cardiovascular health, primary prevention of cardiovascular disease, risk factor reduction and research into the underlying cause of atherosclerosis. _x000D_ Dr. Gold enjoys working with patients over time, empowering them to make healthy lifestyle choices and making a positive difference in their lives. As a researcher studying the interaction between inflammation and lipid metabolism, she is able to bring the latest scientific insights into her conversations with patients. _x000D_ Dr. Gold is a senior scientist with the Institute for Systems Biology and a Fellow with the American College of Cardiology. _x000D_ Away from work, Dr. Gold spends time riding and competing with her horse, and enjoying the outdoors with her dogs.

Biography: Dr. Ty Chun, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Silverdale, WA. He is 66 years old and has been practicing for 39 years. Dr. Ty Chun, MD is affiliated with St. Michael Medical Center-Silverdale.

Biography: Sarah Sprouse, MD, specializes in gastroenterology. _x000D_ Dr. Sprouse enjoys cooking, gardening, hiking and spending time with her husband and daughter.