Read interview with Dr. Pourmassina, Blogging Doctors, Capitol Hill Times.

Board Certification:

American Board of Internal Medicine

Education and Background:

Dr. Pourmassina comes to The Polyclinic from Virginia Mason’s Federal Way Clinic. She earned her bachelor’s degree in biochemistry from Boston University, received her medical degree from Rush Medical College in Chicago, and completed her internship and residency at Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Special Interests:

All aspects of Internal Medicine, with particular interest in preventive care.

Philosophy of Care:

“My goal is to have my patients walk out of my office with a better understanding of their bodies and their health. Armed with that knowledge, together we can better tackle and prevent disease.”

Presentations:

April 2012: Finding Credible Health Information Online

Personal Interests:

Art, music, and writing.

Dr. Pourmassina’s blog may be found at: www.pulsus.wordpress.com