Multicare Health System
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician in Tacoma, Washington
NPI 1942253661
Multicare Health System is a Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Physician based in Tacoma, WA. Multicare Health System practices in Tacoma, WA. The NPI Number for Multicare Health System is 1942253661 and holds a License No. (Washington).
The current practice location address for Multicare Health System is 315 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA and can be reached out via phone at 253-403-1000.
Location: 315 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA, 98415-0299
Provider Profile Details
NPI Number
1942253661
Provider Name
Multicare Health System
Credential
Provider Entity Type
Organization
Address
315 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA, 98415-0299
Phone Number
253-403-1000
Fax Number
Provider Enumeration Date
05/17/2006
Last Update Date
03/12/2024
Provider Business Practice Location Address Details
Address
315 Martin Luther King Jr Way
City
State
Zip
98405-4234
Phone Number
253-403-1000
Fax Number
Provider Business Mailing Address Details
Address
315 Martin Luther King Jr Way
City
State
Zip
98405-4234
Phone Number
253-403-1000
Fax Number
Provider's Taxonomy Details 1
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Emergency Medicine
Speciality
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Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 2
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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Family Medicine
Speciality
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Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 3
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Internal Medicine
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A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 4
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Neurological Surgery
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A neurological surgeon provides the operative and non-operative management (i.e., prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, and rehabilitation) of disorders of the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems, including their supporting structures and vascular supply; the evaluation and treatment of pathological processes which modify function or activity of the nervous system; and the operative and non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon treats patients with disorders of the nervous system; disorders of the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, including the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries; disorders of the pituitary gland; disorders of the spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those which may require treatment by spinal fusion or instrumentation; and disorders of the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their distribution.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 5
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Speciality
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An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 6
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Orthopedic Surgery
Speciality
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An orthopedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 7
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Pediatrics
Speciality
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Definition
A pediatrician is concerned with the physical, emotional and social health of children from birth to young adulthood. Care encompasses a broad spectrum of health services ranging from preventive healthcare to the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases. A pediatrician deals with biological, social and environmental influences on the developing child, and with the impact of disease and dysfunction on development.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 8
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Speciality
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Physical medicine and rehabilitation, also referred to as rehabilitation medicine, is the medical specialty concerned with diagnosing, evaluating, and treating patients with physical disabilities. These disabilities may arise from conditions affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. Alternatively, the disabilities may result from neurological trauma or disease such as spinal cord injury, head injury or stroke. A physician certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation is often called a physiatrist. The primary goal of the physiatrist is to achieve maximal restoration of physical, psychological, social and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation. Pain management is often an important part of the role of the physiatrist. For diagnosis and evaluation, a physiatrist may include the techniques of electromyography to supplement the standard history, physical, x-ray and laboratory examinations. The physiatrist has expertise in the appropriate use of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics and mechanical and electrical devices.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 9
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Plastic Surgery
Speciality
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Definition
A plastic surgeon deals with the repair, reconstruction or replacement of physical defects of form or function involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hand, extremities, breast and trunk and external genitalia or cosmetic enhancement of these areas of the body. Cosmetic surgery is an essential component of plastic surgery. The plastic surgeon uses cosmetic surgical principles to both improve overall appearance and to optimize the outcome of reconstructive procedures. The surgeon uses aesthetic surgical principles not only to improve undesirable qualities of normal structures but in all reconstructive procedures as well.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 10
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Psychiatry & Neurology
Speciality
Psychiatry
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Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 11
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Radiology
Speciality
Body Imaging
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Definition
A Radiology doctor of Osteopathy that specializes in Body Imaging.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 12
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Surgery
Speciality
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Taxonomy
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Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 13
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Urology
Speciality
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Taxonomy
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Definition
A urologist manages benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and the adrenal gland. This specialist has comprehensive knowledge of and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous and open surgery of congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems and their contiguous structures.
Provider's Taxonomy Details 14
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
General Practice
Speciality
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Definition
Definition to come...
Provider's Taxonomy Details 15
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
Speciality
-
Taxonomy
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Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
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