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Specialty care the way it should be
We specialize in treating illness. And we’re known for catching problems before they become serious — and discovering new and better ways to treat them if they do.
When skill, experience, and passion matter most, we bring our best teams together to help turn your health around.
As one of the nation’s largest multispecialty medical groups, we have thousands of specialists who all work together in one connected system. This coordinated approach enables our teams to think and work as one — to deliver better care and achieve healthier outcomes for our members.
The power of Permanente Medicine — physician-led, patient-centered care
At Kaiser Permanente, your doctors and care teams make decisions with your best interests in mind. We work together, using evidence-based medicine and innovative technology, to deliver better outcomes every time. Our unique integrated model and deep commitment to coordinated care helps remove administrative obstacles, which allows your doctors to focus solely on the care that’s right for you.
Teams of doctors who truly care
Meet some of our specialists. These physicians are some of the brightest minds in medicine — and they’re passionate about delivering excellent care.
“My philosophy of care is that the best way to take care of a patient is to care about the patient, which is why I joined the Kaiser Permanente family.”
PATRICK PEZESHKIAN, MD
Neurosurgery
Redwood City Medical Center
Redwood City, CA
“I truly believe it is a privilege to practice medicine, and it is an honor to be part of my patients’ lives. I strive to treat each of my patients as I would treat my own family and friends. I absolutely love what I do, and I know this is my path in life — and my way of doing good in this world.”
DIANA R. SHIBA, MD
Ophthalmology
Los Angeles Medical Center
Los Angeles, CA
“I chose pediatrics as a specialty because I get to interact with kids all day — what could be better than that? I feel very fortunate to be here at Kaiser Permanente because I can practice prevention-focused, patient-centered care, while also conducting relevant research.”
MATTHEW DALEY, MD
Pediatrics
Skyline Medical Offices
Denver, CO
“I love taking care of babies and helping families who have an infant in the neonatal intensive care unit. I have a special interest in the long-term care and follow up of neonatal intensive care unit graduates. My research in fellowship was on language development in preterm infants.”
MELINDA A. CASKEY, MD
Neonatology
Westside Medical Center
Hillsboro, OR
“I have been interested in women’s health since I was a teenager and saw the challenges many of my peers faced surrounding teen pregnancies. I decided to pursue a career in health care to help promote the value of positive role models, personal support and acceptance, and access to accurate information, all of which can affect a woman’s health.”
LINDA S. CHONG TIM, CNM
Chief of Midwifery
Koolau Medical Office
Kaneohe, HI
“Evidence-based medicine and providing quality of care have always been at the center of my daily practice. I believe in providing every patient with safe and compassionate care. A patient story is personal and requires an understanding of the individual as a whole. Empowering the patient with knowledge and walking them through their journey with compassion and respect leads to shared decision-making and a healthier and happier patient.”
GUNJAN L. TYKODI, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism
Capitol Hill Campus
Seattle, WA
“I enjoy working with the families, alleviating some of their fears and putting them at ease.”
DAKARA WRIGHT, MD
Pediatric Dermatologist
South Baltimore County Medical Center
Halethorpe, MD
“I chose to pursue medicine a long time ago, likely stemming from my passion for teaching and the potential to make a real difference in people’s lives. Cardiology has been a perfect fit for me, allowing me to focus on preventive strategies and further exposing me to sophisticated diagnostic tests to help people feel better.”
ANDREW N. KOBYLIVKER, MD
Cardiologist
Glenlake Medical Center
Atlanta, GA
Specialty care spotlight
Maternity care
With highly trained doctors and midwives, family birth rooms, and breastfeeding and bonding support, you’ll have what you need for a healthy beginning. And we’ll help you and your family feel supported, empowered, and prepared.
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Mental health and wellness
We strive to provide a broad range of care options for members with mental health or addiction challenges. If you need treatment, we’ll work together to help create a care plan based on your unique needs and goals.
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Cancer care
Our approach to cancer treatment starts with proactive screenings — and includes access to innovative clinical trials and talented oncology teams.
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Cardiac care
How do you get to the forefront of reducing heart disease and stroke? With proactive screenings and innovative treatment techniques — and a lot of heart.
cardiac care >
Specialty care spotlight
Maternity care
With highly trained doctors and midwives, family birth rooms, and breastfeeding and bonding support, you’ll have what you need for a healthy beginning. And we’ll help you and your family feel supported, empowered, and prepared.
maternity care >
Mental health and wellness
We strive to provide a broad range of care options for members with mental health or addiction challenges. If you need treatment, we’ll work together to help create a care plan based on your unique needs and goals.
mental health care >
Cancer care
Our approach to cancer treatment starts with proactive screenings — and includes access to innovative clinical trials and talented oncology teams.
cancer care >
Cardiac care
How do you get to the forefront of reducing heart disease and stroke? With proactive screenings and innovative treatment techniques — and a lot of heart.
cardiac care >
