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Biography: Jonathan Clabeaux, MD, specializes in hip and knee replacement, including total and anterior hip replacement; anterior total hip replacement; hip resurfacing; total and partial knee replacement; minimally invasive hip and knee replacement; and revision hip and knee replacement. He also specializes in hip fractures, osteoporosis and arthritis. Dr. Clabeaux is a well-practiced hip and knee surgeon, doing approximately 350 total joints each year. He partners with each patient to come up with a treatment plan that is tailored to their wants and needs. Dr. Clabeaux finds it incredibly rewarding to be able to make a positive impact in this patients' lives by helping them return to the daily activities we all take for granted. Away from work, Dr. Clabeaux enjoys rowing, mountain biking and traveling.

Biography: Dr. Michelle Lam, MD is an Internist who practices in Seattle, WA. She is 39 years old. Dr. Michelle Lam, MD is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Biography: Richard Furlong, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician offering primary care for adults, with an emphasis on planned preventive care. _x000D_ Dr. Furlong enjoys being in the privileged position as the steward of his patients' health and well-being. He finds the interaction with his patients to be special, often profoundly personal and highly gratifying. _x000D_ Dr. Furlong is the section head medical director of the Virginia Mason Kirkland Medical Center, where he has practiced for over two decades. He also has been involved in delivering medical care at free clinics in indigent communities overseas.

Care Philosophy: My surgical philosophy is based on patient-centered care. The decision to have an operation is never an easy one, and every patient's circumstances are unique. Every operation involves a partnership of trust between the patient and doctor. My job as a surgeon is to discuss all available treatment options (both surgical and non- surgical), to give honest advice based on the best current evidence, and deliver expertise care using the best techniques available to ensure an excellent outcome.

Biography: Dr. Tara Kerr, MD is an Internist who practices in Seattle, WA. She is 50 years old. Dr. Tara Kerr, MD is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Biography: Andy Pham, MD, is an internal medicine physician offering primary care for adults, with special medical interest in hypertension, diabetes and hyperlipidemia. Dr. Pham enjoys working with patients over time to help them take charge of their health. His approach is one of a partnership, where patients discuss issues important to them, and doctor and patient work together to tailor a path to address those issues and achieve optimal health. He looks forward to getting to know and learn from specialists, and deeply appreciates the care they show his patients.Away from work, Dr. Pham enjoys street, city and nature photography along with digital photo editing.

Biography: Dr. Jonathan Hodax, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist who practices in Seattle, WA. He is 41 years old and has been practicing for 13 years. Dr. Jonathan Hodax, MD is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: Carlos E. Moravek, MD, is a board certified physiatrist with special interest in acute and sub-acute spine disorders from trauma to degeneration; spinal injections and electrodiagnosis. Dr. Moravek provides comprehensive care of the spine in a conservative manner including medication, physical therapy and spinal injections. Dr. Moravek is a member of Pierce County Medical Society and Washington State Medical Society; American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, International Spine Interventional Society and the American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine. Dr. Moravek is fluent in Spanish. In his spare time, he enjoys outdoor activities such as tennis and skiing.

Biography: Alvin Ngan, DPM, is a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon. He specializes in total ankle replacement, foot and ankle deformity, reconstructive surgery, arthroscopic ankle surgery, and foot and ankle trauma surgery. He holds special medical interest in foot and ankle arthritis, reconstructive surgery and total ankle replacement (TAR) surgery.Dr. Ngan treats his patients as he would wish to be treated, speaks to patients on a personal level and encourages second opinions. A Fellow of the American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons, he enjoys both the technological and artistic aspects of surgery. He finds it gratifying to be able to use his skills to restore function and mobility and keep his patients moving.Away from work, he enjoys playing and recording music, guitar, photography and food.

Biography: Rajiv Sethi, MD, currently serves as the executive medical director of the Center of Neurosciences and Spine at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. This includes leadership of the spine program, which employs spinal surgeons across five hospitals in the Pacific Northwest. Dr. Sethi has trained complex spine fellows from America's best neurosurgery and orthopedic programs. He is also a clinical professor at the University of Washington, specializing in health systems research in the Program of Health Economics and Outcomes Methodology in the schools of medicine and public health. Prior to beginning medical school at Harvard, Dr. Sethi was a Fulbright Scholar in the field of public health.Dr. Sethi has been actively involved in the Scoliosis Research Society (SRS), serving on its Board of Directors, as past chair of the Safety and Value committee and recent chair of the Program committee, as well as on the adult deformity, research grant, IMAST, website and worldwide conference committees and multiple task forces. His research around team strategies and multidisciplinary protocols to enhance safety in spinal deformity surgery has led to numerous peer-reviewed manuscripts and podium presentations as well invited visiting professorships in the US and abroad. He has published two textbooks focusing on value-based care in spine care delivery and spine safety protocols.Dr. Sethi's research has been awarded major nominations including the Whitecloud Award by the SRS for best research paper and the Mary McClinton Award for Patient Safety in the United States. His work on the Seattle Spine Team approach and the use of the Toyota Production System to model safety and appropriateness in spine care have led to the designation of ``centers of excellence`` by American purchasers of health care and the introduction of value-based principles to American spine care.Dr. Sethi is fluent in several languages and enjoys cycling, music and spending time with family.

Biography: *Accepting new patients, however, there is a waitlist. Please call Concierge Medicine, (206) 341-1557, for additional information.Brandon Auerbach, MD, MPH, is a board-certified internal medicine physician specializing in primary care, nutrition and adult weight management. He practices as part of the Virginia Mason Concierge Medicine program. _x000D_ Dr. Auerbach has written a number of scientific publications, and is particularly interested in nutrition and ``food as medicine.`` _x000D_ When not busy practicing medicine, Dr. Auerbach enjoys tennis, rock climbing, and Lego building with his son.

Biography: Dr. Elise Rasmussen, MD is an Internist who practices in Seattle, WA. She is 38 years old. Dr. Elise Rasmussen, MD is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Biography: Soheila Hedayati, MD, is a board-certified internal and geriatric medicine physician offering primary care for adults. She is also involved in medical student and medical resident education.Away from work, Dr. Hedayati likes spending time with family and friends, and engaging in outdoor activities and travel.