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Biography: Dr. John Conrad, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Tacoma, WA. He is 58 years old and has been practicing for 25 years. Dr. John Conrad, MD is affiliated with St. Elizabeth Hospital.

Care Philosophy: Offer dedicated compassinonate care with the latest medical treatment.

Care Philosophy: Sriteja Yarlagadda, MD, is board-certified internist specializing in hospital medicine. Dr. Yarlagadda recognizes the uniqueness of each person. She believes everyone is entitled to be treated with compassion and to receive the highest quality of care. Dr. Yarlagadda grew up in India and moved to the United States in 2015. She follows in the footsteps of her grandparents physicians who provided care to very low-income communities in India and dedicated their lives to serving people. Dr. Yarlagadda is a member of the American College of Physicians and Society of Hospital Medicine. Away from work, Dr. Yarlagadda enjoys hiking, yoga, Indian classical music and cooking.

Biography: Dr. Gary Taubman, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist who practices in Tacoma, WA. He is 72 years old and has been practicing for 45 years. Dr. Gary Taubman, MD is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: To help people achieve health for life.

Care Philosophy: As an internist, Dr. Donald Lee specializes in primary care for adults and patients over 16 years old, and has particular interest in geriatrics and general internal medicine. Dr. Lee strives to partner with his patients in decisions concerning their care, and focuses on providing the best patient care experience possible. Dr. Lee does not see patients for pain management or chronic pain. A native of Wisconsin, Dr. Lee has lived in the Pacific Northwest for several years, and enjoys the reprieve from the harsh mid-west winters. In his spare time he enjoys reading, biking and watching football.

Care Philosophy: Kelby Hempel, DO, is a board-certified pulmonary and critical care medicine physician specializing in asthma, COPD, sleep apnea, sepsis and shock. Dr. Hempel enjoys the mix of science and art that medicine provides. He strives to treat everyone with respect and care, taking the time to listen to each patient, approaching their concerns and treatment holistically, providing support, and respecting how they wish to pursue their continued care plan. Dr. Hempel is a member of the American College of Physicians, American Medical Association, Society of Critical Care Medicine, American Thoracic Society and American College of Chest Physicians. Away from work, Dr. Hempel enjoys computers, literature and snowboarding.

Biography: Anna Marie Troncales, MD, is a board certified internist with subspecialty training in advanced geriatrics. Dr. Troncales provides compassionate, personalized care to adults, including addressing acute illness, managing chronic conditions, and maintaining health through preventive care and patient education. _x000D_ Dr. Troncales is a member of the American Medical Association, American Geriatric Society and American College of Physicians.

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. David Kennel, MD is a Family Practitioner who practices in Lakewood, WA. He is 73 years old and has been practicing for 46 years. Dr. David Kennel, MD is affiliated with St. Clare Hospital.