In 1972, Dr. F. Dennis Waldron founded the first gastroenterology practice in Tacoma, Washington. Over the years, Dr. Waldron continued to grow his practice through the recruitment of additional gastroenterologists. The practice has evolved in its nearly 40 years of service. Partnerships with other gastroenterology groups, continuous physician recruitment efforts, and construction and expansion of practice sites has made Digestive Health Specialists the pinnacle of digestive health care in the Puget Sound.
Our goal is to provide patients with the best comprehensive care for all their digestive health needs. Patients at Digestive Health Specialists receive highly competent care and service from an amazing medical, nursing and administrative staff. Our staff includes board-certified physicians, nurse practitioners, and certified physician assistants, along with nurses and administrative employees, all with a wealth of knowledge and experience.

*Nine modern clinics and five state-of-the-art endoscopy centers as well as a patient infusion center. With practice sites throughout South Puget Sound in Covington, Federal Way, Auburn, Downtown Puyallup, Sunrise Puyallup, Gig Harbor and Tacoma, you’re never far from quality digestive health care.
* Inpatient and outpatient medical services for the diagnosis and treatment of patients with illnesses and diseases of the digestive tract, including the esophagus, stomach, small and large intestine (colon), pancreas and liver, and the gallbladder and attached bile duct.
* Three pathologists that provide a full range of highly complex laboratory services to include histology for all of our sites
*Competent care. Not only are your physicians at Digestive Health Specialists knowledgeable and experienced, but they know how to put you at ease. Any medical procedure can be daunting. Our physicians and staff provide comforting bedside manner and an honest and direct approach to your care. Thoughtful dialogue with physicians and staff leaves patients feeling confident about the care they are receiving.
*Easy scheduling. Make an appointment with our friendly and efficient staff or use our online scheduler and a staff member will contact you within 48 hours of your request.
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*We are Medicare Certified and proudly accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC), the leader in ambulatory healthcare accreditation. This accreditation means our providers meet a high-level of quality care.