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Dr. Melinda Hawkins, MD

Colorectal Surgery
4.8 (58)
Map Pin Small Seattle, WA
Accepting new patients
16 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Melinda Hawkins, MD

Dr. Melinda Hawkins, MD is a Colorectal Surgery Specialist in Seattle, WA. They specialize in Colorectal Surgery, has 16 years of experience, and is board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgery. They graduated from GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY / SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES and is affiliated with Swedish First Hill Campus, Swedish Edmonds Campus and Swedish Cherry Hill Campus. Patients rated Dr. Hawkins an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Hawkins works at Swedish Colon & Rectal Clinic - First Hill in Seattle, WA. They frequently treat conditions like Anal or Rectal Pain along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Hawkins' Office Locations

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    Swedish Colon & Rectal Clinic - First Hill
    1101 Madison St Fl 5, Seattle, WA 98104 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (206) 386-6600

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  • Swedish First Hill Campus
  • Swedish Edmonds Campus
  • Swedish Cherry Hill Campus

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Treatment frequency



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Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist Chevron Icon
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy Chevron Icon
Excision of Rectal Tumor Chevron Icon
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags Chevron Icon
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage) Chevron Icon
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft) Chevron Icon
Anorectal Abscess Chevron Icon
Crohn's Disease Chevron Icon
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia Chevron Icon
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Gynecologic Cancer Chevron Icon
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Hyperparathyroidism Chevron Icon
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Lung Cancer Chevron Icon
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Ulcerative Colitis Chevron Icon
Umbilical Hernia Chevron Icon
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines Chevron Icon
Bladder Surgery Chevron Icon
Destruction of Anal Tumor Chevron Icon
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open) Chevron Icon
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer Chevron Icon
Fecal Impaction Removal Chevron Icon
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Robotic Assist Chevron Icon
Hernia Repair Chevron Icon
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy) Chevron Icon
Lap Vaginal Hysterectomy with Robotic Assist Chevron Icon
Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection of the Rectum With Robotic Assistance Chevron Icon
Laparoscopic Appendectomy Chevron Icon
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary Chevron Icon
Laparoscopic Liver Tumor Ablation Chevron Icon
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair Chevron Icon
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Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair Chevron Icon
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure) Chevron Icon
Port Placements or Replacements Chevron Icon
Proctectomy Chevron Icon
Proctosigmoidopexy with Robotic Assist Chevron Icon
Renal Transplant Chevron Icon
Repair of Rectocele with Robotic Assist Chevron Icon
Salpingo Oophorectomy with Robotic Assist Chevron Icon
Splenectomy Chevron Icon
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy Chevron Icon
Tracheal Surgery Chevron Icon
Trigger Point Injection Chevron Icon
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery Chevron Icon
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    4.8
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    About Dr. Melinda Hawkins, MD

    Specialties
    • Colorectal Surgery
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 16 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1932350006
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY / SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Colon & Rectal Surgery and General Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Melinda Hawkins, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Hawkins is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Hawkins works at Swedish Colon & Rectal Clinic - First Hill in Seattle, WA. View the full address on Dr. Hawkins’s profile.

    Dr. Hawkins has seen patients for Anal or Rectal Pain, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Hawkins on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    58 patients have reviewed Dr. Hawkins. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Hawkins.

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