Whitney Wright Mattes, MD
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Whitney Wright Mattes, MD, is a board-certified surgeon specializing in general and foregut surgery. Dr. Mattes has a special interest in robotic and minimally invasive surgery as well as interventional endoscopy. Away from work, Dr. Mattes enjoys hiking, runs with her dog, downhill and cross-country skiing, cycling, and fly fishing. She loves spending time with her family in Montana in addition to traveling to explore new cultures and outdoor adventures.
The conditions Dr. Mattes treats include:
- Esophageal motility disorders
- Gastric tumors
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
- Gastroparesis
The procedures Dr. Mattes performs include:
- Anti-reflux surgery
- Hernia surgery
- Gallbladder surgery
- Small and large bowel resections
- Upper and lower endoscopies
Languages: EnglishCertification: American Board of Surgery; Fellowship Council Advanced GI and Foregut SurgeryProfessional School: University of Washington, School of Medicine (Seattle, WA)Residency: Virginia Mason Medical Center, General Surgery Residency (Seattle, WA)Fellowship: Swedish Medical Center, Foregut Fellowship (Seattle, WA)Medical Groups: MultiCare, MultiCare Medical PartnersPractice Philosophy:I strive to approach my practice with humility and sincere empathy. I want my patients' concerns and goals to be heard and integrated into their care. I am dedicated to helping my patients determine if surgery can allow them to achieve their best quality of life and supporting them on that journey.
