11 new doctors, other care providers accepting patients in Tri-Cities area
Trios, Lourdes and Kadlec hospital systems in the Tri-Cities and Prosser Memorial Hospital system in Prosser and Benton City have been joined by new health care providers in recent months.
Trios family medicine doctor
Dr. Valerie Fredrickson, a doctor of osteopathic medicine, is joining Trios Care Center at Chavallo as a family medicine provider.
She will treat patients for hypertension, chronic and acute illnesses, preventative health, immunizations and vaccines, diabetes and more at 7211 W. Deschutes Ave., Suite B, in Kennewick.
Fredrickson attended medical school at Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences in Yakima and then completed her family medicine residency at Trios Health.
She has certifications in advanced cardiovascular life support, pediatric advanced life support and basic life support.
For an appointment, call 509-221-6930.
Kadlec occupational medicine doctor
Dr. Lovelyne Sharma has joined Kadlec Occupational Medicine in Richland.
She is a board-certified preventive and occupational medicine physician with a passion for helping individuals maintain their health and safety in the workplace, according to Kadlec.
For an appointment, call 509-942-6020.
Kadlec pediatric cardiologist
Dr. Phat Pham, a pediatric cardiologist with 17 years of clinical experience, has joined Kadlec Clinic in Richland and Providence Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital in Spokane
In Richland he is based at Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital Specialty Clinic, 112 Columbia Point Blvd., where he cares for children with a wide range of congenital or acquired heart conditions using a family-centered care philosophy.
“I’m excited to be back in the area that I know well and call home,” Pham said. “I have a greater appreciation for being here after many years away. I plan to use the skills and vast experience I’ve gained over the years to provide Pediatric Cardiology care in the region.”
To learn more visit provhealth.org/6180lf49E.
Cancer center physician assistant
Nadima Adi, a certified physician assistant, has joined the Kadlec Tri-Cities Cancer Center in Kennewick.
She has seven years of experience in radiation oncology and earned her master’s degree at the physician assistant program at Oregon Health and Sciences University.
She is dedicated to creating meaningful patient and healthcare provider relationships; empowering patients with the knowledge, resources and support they need; and promoting their own health goals in order to live a healthy life, according to Kadlec.
Psychiatric practitioner in Richland
Heather Zaragoza has joined Lourdes Behavioral Health as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.
She will see patients at Lourdes Behavioral Health at 1175 Carondelet Drive, Richland.
She treats patients for psychiatric needs such as depressive mood disorders, psychotic disorders, anxiety disorders, borderline personality disorder, ADHD and other conditions and life issues.
“Outpatient behavioral health services are in high demand throughout Tri-Cities, and we are grateful to be able to add Heather to Lourdes Behavioral Health to meet the needs of our patients and community,” said Enelida Navarrete, Lourdes senior director of behavioral health.
Zaragoza is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 24 years of mental health experience. Her doctor of nursing practice degree is from Washington State University.
To schedule an appointment, call Lourdes Behavioral Health at 509-943-9104.
Prosser internal medicine doctor
Dr. Sirshendu “Dev” Banerjee, a fellow of the American College of Physicians, has joined the Prosser Memorial Health clinic.
He was previously an internal medicine physician at Kadlec Medical Center in Richland and has worked at Evergreen Health in Kirkland, Wash. He is licensed to practice medicine in Washington, Indiana and California.
Banerjee completed his internal medicine residency at Montefiore Medical Center, New York Medical College and earned his medical degree from Calcutta National Medical College in India.
He also holds a master of science in physiology and biophysics from the University of Miami’s Miller School of Medicine, where he also contributed to significant biomedical research.
He is fluent in English, Hindi and Bengali.
To schedule an appointment, call 509-786-1576.
Prosser gastroenterologist
Dr. Jack Brandabur, a board certified interventional and general gastroenterologist with 30 years of experience, has joined the Prosser Digestive Health Center.
He has served as medical director for the Swedish Digestive Health Institute in Seattle and executive medical director for the Providence Digestive Health Institute in Spokane.
In Prosser, he will offer a range of services, including advanced interventional gastroenterology procedures, such as endoscopic ultrasound.
Schedule an appointment at 509-786-5599.
Pain management by Prosser doctor
Dr. Ralph G. Laraiso, a doctor of osteopathic medicine, has joined Prosser Memorial Health’s Prosser Clinic.
He brings experience in physical medicine and rehabilitation, specializing in the management and treatment of acute and chronic pain conditions.
He completed his education at Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and his medical residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at St. Francis Hospital in Pittsburgh, Penn.
He has treated patients at Kadlec Neuroscience Center, Alaska Regional Medical Center and TriHealth Rehabilitation Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio.
His areas of expertise include acute and chronic low back pain, spinal stenosis, radiculopathy, degenerative disc disease, lumbago, degenerative joint disease, sacroiliac joint dysfunction, neuropathy, osteoarthritis, migraine, carpal tunnel syndrome, paraplegia and traumatic brain injury.
Call 509-786-1576 to schedule an appointment.
Benton City dermatology nurse
Registered nurse Taylor Brown has joined Prosser Memorial Health’s Dermatology Center in Benton City and will enhance the clinic’s offerings in cosmetic dermatology services.
A Prosser native, she has a bachelor of science in nursing from Washington State University.
She will provide services including Botox, dermal fillers, ThermiSmooth and chemical peels and laser treatments that include laser hair removal, Vbeam, and intense pulsed light. The clinic’s cosmetic dermatology offerings will be expanded soon.
Make an appointment at the Dermatology Center at prosserhealth.org
Prosser sports medicine doctor
Dr. Teigen Goodeill, a doctor of osteopathic medicine orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist, has joined the Prosser Orthopedic Center.
He brings expertise in sports injuries and advanced arthroscopic procedures to the community, offering comprehensive care to athletes and active individuals throughout the region.
After completing residency at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center in Corvallis, Ore., he completed an arthroscopy and sports medicine fellowship at Orthopedic Research of Virginia.
His awards include a nomination to the Gold Humanism Honor Society for his excellence in academics and patient care. He is a published researcher with studies on orthopedic injury management, including overuse injuries and joint replacement complications, primarily in the knee and shoulder.
To schedule an appointment, call 509-786-5599.
Prosser physician assistant
Rebecca Wray, a certified physician assistant is providing orthopedic services at Prosser Orthopedic Center and wound care at Prosser Memorial Hospital’s Wound Care Center.
She graduated from the Physician Assistant Program at Idaho State University in 2018.
She has worked as a family medicine primary care provider at Yakima Valley Farmworkers Clinic and at Best Med Clinics in Tri-Cities. She is certified in advanced cardiovascular life support, basic life support and pediatric advanced life support.