ChronicDepressionDysthymia near Covington, WA

Care Philosophy: Dr. John Sashko provides health care for the whole family, from preventive care to acute and chronic conditions. He encourages his patients to take an active role in their health care, and strives to see patients the same day they call for an appointment. As a former pharmacist, Dr. Sashko embarked on his medical career in order to have a more active role in caring for patients. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Medicine and the Pierce County Medical Society. A long-time resident of the Pacific hobbies include fly fishing and fly tying.

Biography: Dr. Marse McNaughton, MD is a Family Practitioner who practices in Tacoma, WA. He is 77 years old and has been practicing for 49 years. Dr. Marse McNaughton, MD is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Stephen Hillis, MD is a Family Practitioner who practices in Tacoma, WA. He is 60 years old and has been practicing for 33 years. Dr. Stephen Hillis, MD is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: Yilei Gu, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician who offers primary care for patients of all ages. Dr. Gu strives to provide comprehensive and compassionate care guided by the latest medical guidelines. Dr. Gu is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. Outside of work, Dr. Gu enjoys piano, cycling, traveling and cooking.

Biography: Dr. Joan Halley, DO is a Family Practitioner who practices in Gig Harbor, WA. She is 65 years old and has been practicing for 38 years. Dr. Joan Halley, DO is affiliated with St. Anthony Hospital.

Biography: Dr. Val Lev, MD is a Cardiology Specialist who practices in Puyallup, WA. He is 65 years old and has been practicing for 41 years. Dr. Val Lev, MD is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Loren Betteridge, MD is a Family Practitioner who practices in Tacoma, WA. He is 65 years old and has been practicing for 37 years. Dr. Loren Betteridge, MD is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: Jeff Gao, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician who offers primary care for patients of all ages. Dr. Gao strives to listen to his patients, present their options for care and help them make the best medical decision possible. He believes every patient has his or her own unique set of health challenges and deserves the personalized, multidisciplinary approach to care needed to overcome them. He treats his patients as individuals, not as conditions to be treated. Dr. Gao is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians.

Biography: Dr. Jack Choi, MD is a Family Practitioner who practices in Burien, WA. He is 70 years old and has been practicing for 43 years. Dr. Jack Choi, MD is affiliated with St. Anne Hospital.

Biography: Traci McDermott, MD, is a board-certified general pediatrician who cares for children and adolescents. Dr. McDermott enjoys getting to know her patients and families over time, and feels it is important to remember the personal things happening in each child's and family's life. Her favorite part of the day is when she can reassure a parent by offering a trusted opinion. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, she is able to consult with other specialists to provide optimal care.