First Choice Health PPO
Dr. Joel Sternbach, MD
Cardiothoracic Surgery*
Age 43
Dr. Joel Sternbach, MD
Seattle, WA
Accepting new patients
Offers telehealth
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Office Locations
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Virginia Mason Medical Center1100 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
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Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Medical Pavilion - Edmonds7315 212th St SW Ste 101, Edmonds, WA 98026
Insurance & Payment Information
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Open Access PlusCigna PPOCigna
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Jun 28, 2026
He has empathy & compassion. Active listening and questioning. Clear communication until I understand 100%. This doctor has all. Hands down.
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Medical Expertise & Background
Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
General Surgery
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Education & Credentials
Education & Credentials
Medical Education
- Tufts University School of Medicine
Board Certifications
- Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Residency Hospital
- General Surgery, McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University, Chicago, 2018
Fellowship Hospital
- Cardiothoracic Surgery, University of Washington Medical Center, Seattle, 2020
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