February 2016

Top Doctors 2016: Ophthalmology

These surgical and medical specialists focus on the anatomy, physiology and diseases of the eye. Bruce D. Cameron, M.D., glaucoma, cataract surgery, refractive surgery; Northwest Eye Surgeons, 10330 Meridian Ave. N, Suite 370, Seattle, 206.528.6000; Northwest Hospital & Medical Center; Baylor College, 1991 Philip P. Chen, M.D., glaucoma, cataract surgery; Eye Institute at Harborview, UW…

Top Doctors 2016: Obstetrics & Gynecology

Susan S. Block, M.D., comprehensive gynecology, menopause problems, laparoscopic gynecologic surgery; Minor & James Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1229 Madison St., Suite 1500, Seattle, 206.292.2200; Swedish Medical Center–First Hill; University of Southern California, Keck School of Medicine, 1981 Mary N. Brumfiel, M.D., gynecologic surgery, incontinence, menopause problems; Evergreen Women’s Health Center, 12333 NE 130th Lane, Suite…

Top Doctors 2016: Nuclear Medicine

These practitioners deal with the use of radioactive substances in research, diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as cancer, heart disease, and gastrointestinal and neurological disorders. Virginia E. Klaas, M.D., nuclear radiology; Vantage Radiology & Diagnostic Services, 400 S 43rd St., Renton, 253.661.4755; Valley Medical Center, Auburn Regional Medical Center; University of California, Irvine, 1989…

Top Doctors 2016: Neuroradiology

These radiologists use imagining procedures relating to the head, neck and spinal cord. Jeffrey G. Jarvik,** M.D., spinal imaging, brain imaging; UW Medicine, Radiology, 325 Ninth Ave., Seattle, 206.744.3561; Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center; University of California, San Diego, 1987 Bart Keogh, M.D., Ph.D., neuroradiology, brain imaging; Radia Inc., PS, 19020 33rd Ave. W,…

Give the One You Love a Special Valentine This Year

Give the One You Love a Special Valentine This Year

Show a little love this Valentine’s Day with cards created by local printers

Valentine’s Day cards shown from left to right: 1. Valentine’s Day cards, from left: Seattle-based BDR-studio’s letterpress “Ampersand” card ($5.50), available at Velouria (Pioneer Square, 145 S King St.; 206.788.0330; shopvelouria.com). // 2. “Tea for Two” card ($4.50), hand-drawn in sumi ink, from Honeyberry Studios in Columbia City (honeyberrystudios.com). // 3. BDR-studio’s letterpress-printed “Love You”…

Top Doctors 2016: Neurology

Neurologists focus on disorders of the nervous system. Kyra J. Becker, M.D., stroke, neuro-immunology, stroke in young adults; UW Comprehensive Stroke Center, 325 Ninth Ave., Seattle, 206.744.9340; Harborview Medical Center; Duke University, 1989 James Duane Bowen, M.D., multiple sclerosis; Swedish Neuroscience Institute, 1600 E Jefferson, Suite A, Seattle, 206.320.2200; Swedish Medical Center–Cherry Hill; Johns Hopkins…

Top Doctors 2016: Neurological Surgery

These surgeons specialize in diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the nervous system. Richard G. Ellenbogen, M.D., Chiari’s deformity, brain tumors, minimally invasive surgery; Seattle Children’s Hospital, 4800 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, 206.987.2544; Seattle Children’s, Harborview Medical Center; Brown University, Warren Alpert Medical School, 1983 Marc R. Mayberg, M.D., pituitary surgery, skull base tumors,…

Top Doctors 2016: Nephrology

Nephrologists treat kidney disorders, diabetes, renal failure and other illnesses. Andrew Brockenbrough, M.D., kidney transplant medicine, hypertension; Valley Nephrology, 24920 104th Ave. SE, Kent, 425.227.0231; Valley Medical Center, Auburn Regional Medical Center; Vanderbilt University, 1998 Cyrus Cryst, M.D., diabetes, fluid/electrolyte disorders, kidney transplant medicine; Virginia Mason Medical Center, Nephrology, 1100 Ninth Ave., Seattle, 206.223.6673; Virginia…

Top Doctors 2016: Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine

These specialists focus on comprehensive care for critically ill newborn and premature infants. Richard Badura, M.D., prematurity/low-birth-weight infants, breathing disorders; Pediatrix Medical Group, 10700 Meridian Ave. N, Suite 503, Seattle, 206.526.2600; EvergreenHealth Medical Center, Swedish Medical Center–First Hill; University of Nebraska, 1979 Barry M. Lawson, M.D., prematurity/low-birth-weight infants; Pediatrix Medical Group, 10700 Meridian Ave. N,…

Top Doctors 2016: Maternal & Fetal Medicine

These obstetricians and gynecologists are high-risk pregnancy experts who focus on the management of care during pregnancy and childbirth. Brigit Brock,** M.D., diabetes in pregnancy, high-risk pregnancy, infectious disease in pregnancy; Swedish Maternal & Fetal Specialty Center, 1229 Madison St., Suite 750, Seattle, 206.386.2101; Swedish Medical Center–First Hill; University of Washington, 1991  Edith Y. Cheng,…

Top Doctors 2016: Internal Medicine

Internists focus on prevention, diagnosis and treatment of adult diseases, usually long-term, comprehensive care. Internal medicine specialists and family medicine specialists serve as primary care physicians. 10 YEARS Henry J. Williams,* M.D.; internal medicine, concierge medicine, geriatric medicine; Bellevue Medical Partners, 11711 NE 12th Street, Suite 2B, Bellevue, 425.637.1022; Overlake Hospital Medical Center; University of Arizona,…

Top Doctors 2016: Infectious Disease

These physicians are experts in diagnosing and treating infections.  William F. Ehni, M.D., AIDS/HIV, hepatitis, fevers of unknown origin; Northwest Hospital & Medicine Center, Infectious Disease, 1550 N 115th St., Suite D-101, Seattle, 206.368.1630; Northwest Hospital & Medical Center; University of Washington, 1982  Peter Hashisaki, M.D., infectious disease; Office of Peter Hashisaki, M.D., 1200 116th…