Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal Cholecystectomy near Yakima, WA

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: Surgical care for patients is my passion; making sure my patients receive excellent medical and surgical care, with all options; helping each step along the way- to schedule efficiently, and set up followup appointments quickly by friendly caring staff, who answer phones when you call. I am a rare surgeon, completely independent; I hold privileges in all area hospital systems: MultiCare and CHI- Fransican, and out -patient at Meridian Surgery Center. My patient are not just down streamed in referrals loops within a system directed employed providers, but with my independence- my patients have all options, and I help them all through the process.

Biography: Amy Stepan, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon whose special medical interests include breast, colorectal, biliary, endocrine and laparoscopic surgery._x000D_ Dr. Amy feels privileged to get to know her patients and assist them through what is often a stressful time. She enjoys being able to offer her patients quicker recovery times through minimally invasive surgical options, and she brings her passion for technical excellence to every surgical procedure she performs._x000D_ Dr. Stepan is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons._x000D_ Away from work, Dr. Stepan enjoys spending time with her husband, camping, hiking and traveling.

Care Philosophy: Haroon P. Anwar, MD is a board-certified general surgeon who specializes in bariatric and minimally invasive surgery. He practices at Franciscan Center for Weight Management in Federal Way and operates at St. Francis Hospital. A highly skilled surgeon, Dr. Anwar is fellowship trained in laparoscopic, gastrointestinal and bariatric procedures as well as surgical critical care.