Colon Surgeons & Rectal Surgeons near Bellevue, WA

Biography: Dr. Jenny Kaplan, MD is a Colon /amp Rectal Surgery Specialist who practices in Seattle, WA. She is 40 years old and has been practicing for 14 years. Dr. Jenny Kaplan, MD is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Biography: Val Simianu, MD, specializes in surgery for conditions of the colon, rectum and anal canal, such as cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. He also treats pelvic floor problems such as prolapse and incontinence. He has specialty training in laparoscopic, robotic and trans-anal approaches for these conditions._x000D_ Dr. Simianu works very closely with other specialists, such as gastroenterologists, oncologists, radiation oncologists and urogynecologists, to plan the best course of treatment for each patient. He enjoys playing a part in his patients' journeys to recovery._x000D_ Beyond his clinical expertise, Dr. Simianu actively conducts research studies on colorectal cancer, diverticulitis, inflammatory bowel disease and pelvic health problems. He has a special interest in population health, health-services research and surgical education, and serves as the Medical Director of the colorectal service line for Virginia Mason Franciscan Health's Center for Digestive Health._x000D_ Away from work, Dr. Simianu enjoys hiking, mountaineering, soccer, and traveling and exploring local cuisine with his wife.

Biography: Ravi Moonka, MD, is a specialist in diseases of the colon and rectum, including cancer, tumors, diverticulitis, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, rectal prolapse, ileostomy and colostomy reversal, and any other problem that can afflict the colon and rectum. Dr. Moonka is also an expert in the treatment of hernias, abdominal sarcomas, stomach cancer and gallstones.Dr. Moonka lives to make his patient's lives better. Sometimes he makes them a little better and sometimes a lot better. He does other things with his time, but nothing is more important or brings him more satisfaction than that. _x000D_

Biography: Lauren Van Winkle, PA is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Seattle, WA. Lauren Van Winkle, PA is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Biography: Justin Taylor, PA-C is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Seattle, WA. Justin Taylor, PA-C is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: With the help of my Urology team, I aim to provide high-quality, individualized care to each of my patients. I focus on education and encourage my patients to be more involved in their health care. - Shelby Hill, PA-C