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Care Philosophy: Karen Schowalter, DO, is a board-certified family medicine physician who sees patients of all ages. Dr. Schowalter focuses on treating the whole person and family. She believes each person is the expert on their own life, and she works in partnership with them to prevent disease through healthy living. She loves genetics and offers osteopathic manipulation. Dr. Schowalter is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, American Medical Association and American Osteopathic Association. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, traveling, gardening and walking her two golden retrievers, Jig and Rodney.

Biography: Dr. Robyn Brand, MD is a Pediatrics Specialist who practices in Gig Harbor, WA. She is 51 years old. Dr. Robyn Brand, MD is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center.

Care Philosophy: ``I enjoy working with families to provide compassionate care and education that will build the foundation for a lifetime of good health. Prevention is the key. I believe each patient/provider relationship is a unique partnership that provides optimal, 'whole person' care. I encourage early childhood education and sports safety for all ages.``

Care Philosophy: ``I chose pediatrics as a profession because I enjoy working with children of all ages. I enjoy watching them grow from infancy through college. I am thankful for the opportunity to provide quality health care services to children of all ages. I consider myself the family's health care consultant and emphasize preventive care.``

Biography: Dr. Marianne Broers, MD is a Family Practitioner who practices in Puyallup, WA. She is 61 years old. Dr. Marianne Broers, MD is affiliated with St. Francis Hospital.

Care Philosophy: To help people achieve health for life.

Biography: Dr. Michael Wukelic, MD is an Internist who practices in Gig Harbor, WA. He is 66 years old and has been practicing for 40 years. Dr. Michael Wukelic, MD is affiliated with St. Anthony Hospital.

Biography: Dr. Jennifer Smith, MD is a Family Practitioner who practices in Gig Harbor, WA. She is 54 years old and has been practicing for 28 years. Dr. Jennifer Smith, MD is affiliated with St. Anthony Hospital.

Biography: Joseph Hwang, MD, is a board-certified maternal-fetal medicine specialist with over 25 years of experience. Dr. Hwang provides compassionate, patient-focused care for complex obstetrical patients, with an emphasis on prenatal diagnosis and prevention of preterm birth. He makes a point to listen to his patients and to understand how they wish their care to be directed._x000D_ Dr. Hwang serves as a clinical associate professor with the University of Washington School of Medicine's Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and member of the Society for Maternal Fetal Medicine, Central Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and Washington State Obstetrical Association._x000D_ Dr. Hwang is happily married and the proud father of two daughters and one granddaughter. Away from work, he enjoys golf, biking, hiking, art and classical music.

Biography: Dr. Ulrich Birlenbach, MD is an Internist who practices in Lakewood, WA. He is 73 years old and has been practicing for 45 years. Dr. Ulrich Birlenbach, MD is affiliated with St. Clare Hospital.

Biography: Dr. David Kennel, MD is a Family Practitioner who practices in Lakewood, WA. He is 73 years old and has been practicing for 46 years. Dr. David Kennel, MD is affiliated with St. Clare Hospital.

Biography: Anna Marie Troncales, MD, is a board certified internist with subspecialty training in advanced geriatrics. Dr. Troncales provides compassionate, personalized care to adults, including addressing acute illness, managing chronic conditions, and maintaining health through preventive care and patient education. _x000D_ Dr. Troncales is a member of the American Medical Association, American Geriatric Society and American College of Physicians.

Biography: Dr. Stephen Egge, MD is a Family Practitioner who practices in Puyallup, WA. He is 72 years old and has been practicing for 46 years. Dr. Stephen Egge, MD is affiliated with St. Clare Hospital.

Biography: Dr. Mark Tomas, DO is a Hospitalist who practices in Tacoma, WA. He is 47 years old and has been practicing for 16 years. Dr. Mark Tomas, DO is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center.

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.