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| Providers Andrew Appelbaum, M.D.  | Dr. Appelbaum was born and raised in South Africa, where in 1983, he graduated from the Medical School of the University of Stellenbosch. After moving to the United States, he completed his residency training in Family Medicine at Valley Medical Center which is affiliated with the University of Washington. Dr. Appelbaum has been practicing Family Medicine for more than 20 years in South Africa, Canada, and the United States, and holds medical licenses in both the U.S. and Canada. He is married with two children and resides in Bellevue. When he is not attending his children’s soccer games, he enjoys running and keeping fit. “My approach to Family Medicine is to treat each person’s individual needs. I strive to maintain the physical as well as the emotional well-being of my patients and their families.” Memberships: - Diplomate of the American Board of Family Practice
- American Academy of Family Practice
- King County Medical Society
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| Louise Berkowicz, M.D.  | Dr. Berkowicz was born in South Africa, and graduated from the University of Cape Town Medical School in 1973. She worked and trained in family medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics, gynecology and emergency medicine in several countries including England and Bermuda. In 1993, she moved to the U.S. and her training has taken her to the University of Texas for hyperbaric medicine and wound care, as well as to the V.A. Hospital in Tacoma, Washington for a fellowship in geriatrics. Dr. Berkowicz joined Overlake Family Medicine in 2001, and has a special interest in energy medicine. She is married with two sons, and enjoys running, reading, kayaking, and spending time with her family. “I believe in the holistic care of each person including physical, emotional, mental and spiritual aspects.” Memberships & Certifications: - Diplomate of the American Board of Family Practice
- Board Certified in Family Practice in Australia and South Africa
- Board Certified in Hyperbaric Medicine
- Certified Wound Specialist
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Mark Fishman, M.D.  | Dr. Fishman was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan and received his medical degree from the University of Michigan. He interned at Virginia Mason Hospital and received further training at Group Health Hospital. He was the founding Medical Director of Providence Factoria and practiced there until 1995, leaving to enter his present practice. Dr. Fishman is married with two grown children. In his spare time, he enjoys reading science fiction, flying kites in Cannon Beach, Oregon, and fitness training. The diversity of Family Practice is something he enjoys immensely. “It truly brings me great pleasure caring for a newborn, watching them grow, and getting to know their entire family.” Memberships: - Diplomate of the American Board of Family Practice
- American Academy of Family Practice
- King County Medical Society
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Martha Riggers, M.D.  | Dr. Riggers is a graduate of Pacific Lutheran University and the University of Washington School of Medicine. She completed her residency at Tacoma General Hospital and Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Riggers is board certified in Family Practice, and has special interests in women’s health, pediatrics (including newborns), and diabetes. A native of Western Washington, she has been in practice in the Puget Sound area since 1998. At the conclusion of her training she served as chief resident, and has also been a community instructor for residents in Family Practice in Tacoma. She practiced in the cities of Kent and Covington before joining Overlake Family Medicine. In her spare time, Dr. Riggers enjoys spending time with her husband and three children, backpacking, camping, and gourmet cooking. “I look forward to partnering with patients to help them achieve their health care goals.” Memberships: - Diplomate of the American Board of Family Practice
- American Academy of Family Physicians
- Washington State Medical Association
- Washington Academy of Family Physicians
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Sean Mackie, PA-C  | Sean Mackie, PA-C was born and raised in the Seattle area. After 7 years of active duty in the US Navy, he returned home and graduated from PA school at the University of Washington. Sean has prior experience as a National Registered Paramedic, and had focused his training in the areas of Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Sports Medicine, and Orthopedic Surgery. He is a board certified Physician Assistant, and his special interests include orthopedics and metabolic syndrome. Along with practicing Family Medicine, Sean also assists in orthopedic surgery with Proliance Surgeons at Evergreen Hospital. Sean is currently in the Naval Reserves and serves as a Medical Service Corps officer for the 4th Medical Battalion. In his free time, Sean enjoys the natural outdoors of Washington along with hobbies including cooking, wrestling, and cardiovascular conditioning. Memberships: - American Academy of Physician Assistants
- Washington Academy of Physician Assistants
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