Many people do not realize the importance of having a family healthcare provider. If you or one of your family members gets sick, can’t you just head to the nearest walk-in clinic for treatment? While this may solve your immediate problem, having a family provider is important for preventing future…
WWMG’s Family Medicine providers are always here for you and every member of your family, young and old. With this in mind, have you ever thought about why it is important to have a family provider? Why not just go to a walk-in clinic or the emergency room when you…
Injuries are a leading cause of disability for people of all ages, and the leading cause of death for Americans ages 1 to 44. When people practice safe behaviors, they can help prevent injuries – and even death. That’s why we’re celebrating National Safety Month. Make a difference: This month,…
For people who are traveling abroad, getting the appropriate vaccinations is an important item on the pre-trip to do list. If your summer travel plans are taking you outside of the United States, make an appointment with your family medicine provider to find out what types of vaccinations…
A podiatrist is a doctor of podiatric medicine (DPM), also known as a podiatric physician or surgeon, qualified by their education and training to diagnose and treat conditions affecting the foot, ankle and related structures of the leg. Podiatrists are uniquely qualified among medical professionals to treat the foot and…
Some people are on their feet all day long with little time to sit and rest. Others may sit at work but wear shoes that don’t properly support their feet when they do get up. And the surfaces we stand and walk on, like cement or concrete, can be very…
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month. WWMG’s Family Medicine and Gastroenterology departments are actively encouraging the public to get screened for colorectal cancer. Colorectal cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths in the United States. Even though most people don’t want to have a colonoscopy,…
Western Washington Medical Group (WWMG) is sad to announce that Dr. Ignatius Marsidi has retired from the Department of Gastroenterology as of January 1, 2013. Dr. Marsidi is the founder of Western Washington Medical Group and is known all over the region for his pioneering spirit. Dr. Marsidi came to…
Western Washington Medical Group continues to grow and expand, providing new options for our patients in the Puget Sound region. Our growth has moved northward and we are pleased to announce the addition of Marysville Family Medicine to our family of primary care clinics beginning January 1, 2013. “Marysville Family…
Congratulations to the following WWMG Top Doc Award winners: Sanjeev Garhwal (Cardiac Electrophysiology), Budge Smith (Cardiology), George Moore (Endocrinology), Mark Gunning (Nephrology), and David Russian (Pulmonology) on this prestigious award. “We are proud to see so many of our members receiving the recognition of their peers and the…
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