Bringing Expert Surgical Care to Port Townsend: Dr. Erica Tirado, DO
Dr. Erica Tirado is dedicated to providing a wide range of top-quality surgical procedures to people in East Jefferson County. Learn more about how Dr. Tirado and the rest of the Jefferson Healthcare team of surgeons provides expert, personalized care, right here at home in Port Townsend.
October 21, 2024
At Jefferson Healthcare, we’re committed to providing top-quality care to East Jefferson County, right here at home in Port Townsend. One of the dedicated healthcare professionals providing surgical care to people in the communities we serve is Dr. Erica Tirado, DO.
Wide-ranging Surgical Services
Dr. Tirado is one of six surgeons at Jefferson Healthcare. Along with the rest of the team, Dr. Tirado’s repertoire includes a broad spectrum of surgeries. “From minimally invasive surgeries—including laparoscopic cholecystectomy, appendectomy, ventral and inguinal hernia repairs—to open surgeries, I perform a range of procedures.” Dr. Tirado explains she also performs “breast cancer surgeries like lumpectomy and mastectomy, both upper and lower endoscopies, and more.”
Top-quality Care, Right Here at Home
Having access to these services locally is a game-changer for patients in East Jefferson County. That’s because Jefferson Healthcare’s ability to provide such services close to home means patients don’t need to travel long distances for specialized care.
We know that traveling to Silverdale, Tacoma, or Seattle for care is not just inconvenient, it can mean a more difficult recovery. Dr. Tirado emphasizes that having an array of minimally invasive surgical services available in Port Townsend means “patients can return to their activities of life quicker and with less pain.”
In addition to making recovery easier, having access to healthcare close to home can be a necessity. In fact, for some people, being required to travel outside East Jefferson County means they may not receive care at all. Research supports this, showing that those who have to drive long distances to access care often choose not to go to the doctor, leading to worse health outcomes. That’s why, at Jefferson Healthcare, we’re committed to providing top-quality care, including surgical care, right here at home in Port Townsend.
Community Impact at Jefferson Healthcare
Dr. Tirado’s decision to practice at Jefferson Healthcare was influenced by both professional and personal reasons. “I chose Jefferson Healthcare because I love the ability to have time to connect with my patients as they go through the stressful time of needing surgery, and smaller hospitals provide that opportunity,” she shares. Port Townsend’s natural beauty also made the location a perfect fit for Dr. Tirado and her family, who enjoy the area’s proximity to both the mountains and the ocean.
Jefferson Healthcare Dedicated Team of Surgeons
What makes Dr. Tirado’s approach to care stand out is her commitment to teamwork. She believes in building strong connections with her patients to achieve the best outcomes. “We are able to provide top-quality services locally and give our patients the care and time they need to successfully recover from their ailments,” she notes. “I believe the best healthcare is through teamwork. Together, we can get through anything.”
At Jefferson Healthcare, Dr. Tirado and her team are proud to provide comprehensive surgical services to the communities we serve. To learn more about the surgical services available at Jefferson Healthcare, visit our website and see how we can meet your healthcare needs, right here at home in Port Townsend.
About Jefferson Healthcare
Jefferson Healthcare is an award-winning, full-service healthcare organization meeting the care needs of East Jefferson County. Jefferson Healthcare offers inpatient and comprehensive outpatient services including primary and specialty physician care.
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