Urology at Group Health Medical Centers

Robots and physicians — both are part of the Group Health urology team, which treats diseases of the kidneys and urinary tract.

Our urologists began using robotic laparoscopic surgery in 2004. "It allows us to do more complex procedures with less invasive techniques, so patients experience significantly less pain and blood loss," says urologist Dr. Cristopher Garlitz.

And our physicians provide a wide array of materials and videos to help our patients be part of informed decisions and treatments.

Our Urology Department treats kidney, bladder, prostate, adrenal, and testicular conditions and diseases, including cancer, kidney stones, infections, prostate concerns, incontinence, warts, and overactive bladders. Our experienced team of board-certified urologists include those who have been named Top Doctors for several years.

Our Urology Specialists

• Cristopher Garlitz, MD
• Christopher Harris, MD
• Josephine Hidalgo-Tamola, MD
• Peter Link, MD
• Marc Lowe, MD
• Jian Ma, MD
• Robert Ostericher, MD
• Francis Schumann, MD
• Wendy Siu, MD
• Lester Thompson, MD
• Jerome Zink, MD

Care Locations and Appointments

Our urology specialists see patients at the following Group Health medical centers:

• Bellevue Medical Center
• Everett Medical Center
• Seattle - Capitol Hill Campus
• Tacoma Medical Center

If you live outside the service area of our medical centers, use our Provider Directory to find a urologist near you. If you need help finding a specialist or have questions about your health plan's coverage, contact Customer Service.