Our Senior Health Experts

Vernan Atienza, MD

Philosophy of Care
As a member of a team that provides comprehensive care to the seniors of our community, I aim to provide an individualized plan of care to each of my patients, taking into consideration the medical and social complexities.  I encourage active participation in this partnership, which may include patients' families, with the goal of reaching reasonable solutions to sometimes difficult conditions.

Medical Degree: University of Santo Tomas
Certification: Geriatric and Family Medicine

Arthur Israel, MD

Philosophy of Care
My goal is to provide each patient with individualized tools necessary to manage his/her own health and improve his/her quality of life, regardless of the medical circumstances, wihle not forsaking personal values.  I, in turn, have learned enormously from the experiences of my senior patients for over 27, and for that I am grateful.

Medical Degree: Georgetown University
Residency: Creighton University
Certification: Internal and Geriatric Medicine

Yen-Tsun “Andy” Lai, MD

Philosophy of Care
It is truly my priviledge to serve the geriatric population.  Through close partnership with my patients and their families, I aim to individualize and optimize their care and quality of life. In turn, I find myself richly rewarded with many new "old" friends who share their lifetime of memories with me.

Medical Degree: Vanderbilt University
Residency: University of Washington
Certification: Internal and Geriatric Medicine

Richard Lipsky, MD

Philosophy of Care
My greatest personal reward comes from being a continuing, personal physician for those of us in the second half of our lives.  I use respect, compassion and humor to help me treat illness and injury, prevent illness and disability and maximize physical functioning, relationships and enjoyment of life for each of my patients.

Medical Degree: University of Wisconsin
Residency: Albany Medical Center Hospitals
Certification: Internal Medicine

Victoria Marxen, MD

Philosophy of Care
Whatever their ages, people have specific needs, goals and dreams.  It is my privilege to assist my patients in maintaining their health and quality of life, so they can pursue what is important to them.  For those patients who are facing challenging health problems, we can work together to find the best possible solutions.

Medical Degree: University of Washington
Residency: Virginia Mason Medical Center
Certification: Internal Medicine

Valeria Siemion, MD, CMD

Philosophy of Care
Geriatrics is my passion!  I find that by listening closely, I can meet the needs of my patients and help them obtain the best quality of life.  I truly take pleasure in the partnership the develops with my patients and their families.  Through this partnership, I am able to help my patients achieve their health goals and live life to its fullest.

Medical Degree: U of CI College of Medicine
Residency: U of CI College of Medicine
Certification: Internal and Geriatric Medicine, Certified Medical Director

Connie Smith, MD, CMD

Philosophy of Care
I am committed to providing individualized care to seniors while incorporating their personal values and "life views" into any medical decisions.  I especially enjoy providing care to patients with dementia and helping those who are facing end-of-life decisions.

Medical Degree: University of Washington
Residency: University of Washington
Certification: Internal and Geriatric Medicine, Certified Medical Director

Reza Tabibi, MD

Philosophy of Care
I find it rewarding to work with the elderly population--listening to and learning from them.  Most of my patients are the same age as my parents and I treat them as I would treat my parents.  Before sharing any thoughts with a patient who is facing a medical decision, I always ask myself what would I recommend to my mother or father?  My goal is to focus on both the patient's function and quality of life.  I prefer a holistic approach.  I do my best to address the psychosocial needs of the patient in addition to his or her medical needs.

Medical Degree: Tehran University of Medical Sciences
Residency: William Beaumont Hospital/Michigan
Certification: Geriatric Medicine and Family Practice

Stephen Price, PA-C

Philosophy of Care
I enjoy working with people who have accumulated a lifetime of memories and experiences.

Bachelors Degree: Duke University
Certification: National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants

Jessa Nunley, ARNP

Philosophy of Care
Working with older adults has been my passion since caring for my own grandfather in the final months of his life.  I make an effort to ensure the best quality of life for my patients by providing the kind of care I would want for my own family.  As a member of an interdisciplinary team which incorporates medical doctors, a nurse practitioner, a physician assistant, a pharmacist, social workers, nurses, and medical assistants, it is clear to me on a daily basis that I'm contributing to a model of care that is much bigger than anything I could do alone.

Bachelors Degree: University of Washington
Certification: Adult Nurse Practitioner

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