IntestinalDiverticulitis near Tacoma, WA

Care Philosophy: Andre C. Joseph, Jr., MD, is a board-certified general surgeon providing both open and minimally invasive (laparoscopic) surgery for a range of conditions, including complex hernia repair, gallbladder removal and colon cancer management. Dr. Joseph has practiced in the Pacific Northwest for more than two decades and brings with him a warm, personable style and commitment to quality care. He takes the time to ensure that patients undergoing surgical procedures understand both the risks and benefits, and he encourages them to ask questions.

Biography: Dr. Mark Potter, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist who practices in Tacoma, WA. He is 57 years old and has been practicing for 28 years. Dr. Mark Potter, MD is affiliated with St. Michael Medical Center-Silverdale.

Care Philosophy: Each patient requires creativity and insight on the part of the physician to tailor surgical intervention. This process involves understanding the patient's subtle needs as well as their physiology. The side effects of surgery can often be minimized by planning and the selective use of complementary therapies.

Care Philosophy: Eugene Cho, MD, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon specializing in laparoscopic procedures, with special interest in surgery for heartburn, hernias, gallstones, spleen and adrenal problems. Drawn to medicine for the ability to help others, Dr. Cho believes the most important aspect of care is educating his patients about their health problem and treatment options. Dr. Cho is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is also a member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract, and many others.

Care Philosophy: Preventive medicine is the best medicine. Care for the patient like caring for your own family.

Care Philosophy: Nicholas Sich, MD, is board-certified in general surgery and complex general surgical oncology. His areas of expertise include pancreatic cancer, liver cancer, upper and lower gastrointestinal cancer, advanced gynecologic cancer, melanoma, sarcoma and metastatic cancer. He performs minimally invasive and robotic cancer surgery. Dr. Sich strives to ensure his patient's retain a sense of control over their care by working as an equal partner throughout their cancer journey. He emphasizes open and honest communication, works to understand his patients' priorities and keep those at the center of their treatment plans, and strives to maintain his patients' dignity. Dr. Sich eschews the formality of the traditional doctor-patient approach for one that is more informal and relaxed. Dr. Sich is a Fellow of the Society of Surgical Oncology (FSSO) and Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). He is a member of the Society of Surgical Oncology and Americas Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association. Dr. Sich is driven to advance cancer care in his community and minimize barriers to treatment. In his free time, he enjoys building and renovating homes with his wife and father as a hobby, along with spending time with his two children.