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National IV Fluids Shortage
A critical national IV fluids shortage is impacting MultiCare. Our highest priority is ensuring our patients continue to get the care they need. We are actively managing our supply, and all facilities remain open. Please contact your provider with questions about your care. Thank you for your understanding.

EPFM Residents

Class of 2025

 Allen Chacko, DO

Allen was born and raised in the Seattle area, went to Pacific Lutheran University for his undergraduate studies, and then attended medical school at A.T. Still University in Missouri. He is particularly interested in palliative care and hospital medicine. His hobbies include camping, hiking, yoga, and he’s recently gotten into coffee brewing and specialty coffees – much to the appreciation of his co-residents on the inpatient service!

Christian Hoag, DO

Christian is happy to remain in the Pacific Northwest, having been raised in Tacoma, completed his undergraduate studies at Gonzaga University, and attended medical school at PNWU. He enjoys the preventative care aspects of family medicine, as well as sports medicine, OMT, and procedures. Outside of work, he is a triathlete and spends his free time cooking, playing sports, getting creative with DIY projects around home, and spending time with his wife and two rambunctious children.

Alex Howells, DO

Alex grew up in Enumclaw, Washington, and attended medical school at Pacific Northwest University COM in Yakima, Washington. She emphasizes continuity of care in her practice and appreciates that she can provide longitudinal care for her patients as a family physician. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, paddle boarding, organizing, and hanging out with loved ones.

Theresa Santos, MD

Theresa grew up in the Seattle area and went to the University of Washington for medical school. She is interested in full spectrum family medicine for underserved communities. She likes cooking and baking, listening to an audiobook or podcast, and having a dance party with her family (cue handsome/selfless husband and three hilarious/wild kiddos!). She especially loves eating her way through adventures, both near and far.

Chandni Sharma, DO

Chandni grew up in Bothell, Washington, and attended medical school at PNWU in Yakima, Washington. Within the broad scope of family medicine, she is particularly interested in OB and inpatient medicine. Her hobbies include reading, working out, and spending as much time as she can with her family and friends!

Emilie Tang, DO

Emilie was born and raised in Shanghai, China but now calls Bellevue home. She went to the University of Washington for her undergraduate studies and attended the Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences for medical school. She loves outpatient OB and procedures. Outside of work, she is very much a home body and enjoys spending time with her family and watching Netflix.

Nina Chan Thach Voigt, MD

Nina’s hometown is Tacoma, Washington, and she attended WSU Elson S Floyd College of Medicine in Spokane, Washington. She is passionate about providing full-scope family medicine to underserved areas and stays grounded by volunteering at local community events including the Daffodil Festival. Nina is a talented artist who enjoys a good cup of coffee, spending time with family, caring for her saltwater reef tank, exploring different food cuisine in the area, and being outdoors – whether it be camping, dirt bikes/ATVs, running, or hammocking.

Class of 2026

Mat Dickson, DO

Mat was born and raised in western Washington and attended Pacific Northwest University for medical school. As an osteopathic physician, he is passionate about approaching patient care in a holistic manner and using OMT to help facilitate healing. In his free time, he love spending time outdoors with his wife, Keisha, and their dog, Pippy! He is also a big Seattle sports fan and spends a lot of time cheering on our local teams.

Palvinder Garcha, DO

Pravi is from Covington, Washington, and she graduated from the Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences medical school. Her interests include reading books, learning new skills (from knitting to languages and more), and spending time with family!

 

Talvinder Garcha, DO

Tally is from Covington, Washington, majored in psychology at the University of Washington, and attended medical school at PNWU in Yakima, Washington. She has particular interests in women’s health and mental health. She enjoys laughing, watching mystery shows, traveling, and expressing her creativity through embroidery, designing, and more!

 

Kimberly Macumber, DO

Kimberly was born and raised in Gig Harbor, Washington. For her undergraduate studies, she attended Central Washington University, then went on to attend medical school at Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine at Midwestern University in Phoenix, Arizona. Her special interests include osteopathic manipulative therapy, wellness/preventative medicine, women’s health, and integrative medicine. Having grown up in the Pacific Northwest, she enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, and recreational fishing, as well as reading, crocheting, and spending time with family and friends.

Rob Meyer, MD

Rob was raised in Seattle and attended medical school at Washington State University in Spokane. He’s thrilled to be back on the west side of the state where he’s able to more closely monitor the comings and goings of Mt. Rainier and enjoy the unparalleled beauty of the region with his wonderful wife and dog. He’s interested in caring for patients across the age spectrum but has a particular interest in behavioral health and addiction medicine. Outside of medicine you can find him frequenting local restaurants, Nordic skiing, or hunting for new music!

Gracie Rubideaux, MD

Gracie is originally from Vancouver, Washington, and attended the University of Washington for medical school. She has always had a passion for family medicine, and is especially passionate about women’s health, addiction medicine, LGBTQ care, and pediatrics. Outside of work, she spends most of her time with her wife, their dog and two cats. She also enjoys trying new recipes, doing DIY projects and being outdoors!

Class of 2026

Ross Budreau, MD

 

 

 

Daniel Garcia Prieto, MD

Daniel was born in Aguascalientes Mexico and grew up in Burien Washington. He did his undergraduate studies at THE Eastern Washington University then attended WSU Elson S Floyd College of Medicine for medical school. His special interests include preventative medicine, integrative medicine, and sports medicine. Outside of work, he enjoys playing sports, taking road trips, gardening, being with his group of best friends, and spending quality time with his fiancée, sons, and pets.

 

Daniel Human, DO

Dan is initially from Ventura California and attended Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences in Yakima, Washington. His special interests include addiction medicine and mental health, OMT, and lifestyle medicine. In his free time you can find him kayaking, hiking, kickboxing, and spending time with his Australian shepherd and Partner Sara.

Jasmeen Pooni, DO

Jasmeen was born and raised in Yuba City, CA. She completed her undergraduate studies at UC Davis and attended PNWU in Yakima, WA for medical school. Her particular interests within family medicine include inpatient medicine, health policy, and preventative & behavioral health. Outside of medicine, she can be found hiking, weight lifting, exploring new cities, being near a body of water, or enjoying time with loved ones!

Nicholas Ragland, DO

 

 

 

Jaymin Sohal, DO

Jaymin is from Kent, WA, and majored in Public Health at the University of Washington before attending medical school at Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences. His particular interests include preventive medicine and working with patients of all ages and backgrounds. His hobbies include everything soccer related, spending time with loved ones, and traveling.