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Dr. Jennifer Higa, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 41
Dr. Jennifer Higa, MD
3.7 (10 Ratings)

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Dr. Jennifer Higa, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 41
Tacoma, WA
Accepting new patients
14 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Jennifer Higa, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Tacoma, WA.

About

Dr. Higa graduated from NEW YORK Medical College. Dr. Jennifer Higa, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Tacoma, WA and has 14 years experience. Dr. Higa currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with MultiCare Auburn Medical Center, MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital and MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital. Dr. Higa has experience treating conditions like Intestinal Obstruction, Upper Digestive Tract Cancer and Bowel Strangulation among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Higa received an average rating of 3.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 10 times. Dr. Higa's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Higa is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Intestinal Obstruction
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Intestinal Obstruction
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Intestinal Obstruction
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Chronic Gastritis
Abdominal Pain
Acute Gastritis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Barrett's Esophagus
Bile Duct Obstruction
Cirrhosis
Colorectal Polyp
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diarrhea
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Duodenal Cancer
Duodenal Ulcer
Dysphagia
Enteritis
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Esophageal Varices
Esophagitis
Gallstones
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastric Ulcer
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroparesis
Gastroptosis
Hemorrhoids
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Nausea
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Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Pancreatitis
Reflux Esophagitis
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Vomiting Disorders
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Manometry
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Alcoholic Fatty Liver
Anal Sphincter Dysplasia
Ascites
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Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Cirrhosis
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cholangitis
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Crohn's Disease
Dehydration
Diffuse Esophageal Spasm
Duodenitis
Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Ulcer
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Heartburn
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Hepatitis C
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Indigestion
Infectious Diarrheal Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Fistula
Ischemic Colitis
Large Intestine Infarction
Mallory-Weiss Syndrome
Malnutrition
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Non-Neonatal Jaundice
Pancreatic Pseudocyst
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Pouchitis
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Proctoptosis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rectal Ulcer
Stomal Ulcer
Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin_Deficiency
Bile Duct Procedure
Colon Cancer Screening
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Endoscopy
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Gallbladder Scan
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Liver Biopsy
Liver Function Test
pH Probe
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Screening Colonoscopy
Transendoscopic Stent Placement
Ultrasound, Endoanal
Ultrasound, Esophageal
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing

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  • BluePreferred PPO
  • Keystone HMO-POS
  • Heritage and Heritage Plus 1 PPO
    Heritage Prime HMO
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  • MVP Health Plan EPO
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  • Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus

Locations

  1. 1 Digestive Health Specialists PS.
    2202 S Cedar St Ste 330, Tacoma, WA 98405
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (253) 272-5127
    Monday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    07:30 - 17:00
  2. 2 Office
    33915 1st Way S Ste 200, Federal Way, WA 98003
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (253) 838-9839
    Monday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    07:30 - 17:00
  3. 3 MultiCare Auburn Medical Center
    202 N Division St, Auburn, WA 98001
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (360) 491-1399
  4. 4 Office
    3209 S 23rd St Ste 203, Tacoma, WA 98405
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (253) 272-5127

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3.7
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May 02, 2024
I was referred to Dr. Higa by another physician who was unable to complete a previous colonoscopy. I am so completely and thoroughly pleased with Dr. Higa's skill. She began by clearly describing the pending procedure and possible scenarios regarding the size, the location and the possible outcomes for the removal of my polyp. No stone uncovered. She met with me and my son following the procedure and presented us with clear follow-up information. She is so knowledgeable, skilled and professional. I walked out of the office with the best possible prognosis, and no matter where my case goes from here, I can do what is recommended with enhanced confidence. The staff was likewise thorough and patient orientated. My anesthesiologist also deserves five stars. He stayed with us during post-op until all matters were resolved around another issue. A kind and compassionate professional. Thank you Dr. Higa.
Toni Lee — May 02, 2024
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Gastroenterology
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Education

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Medical Education
  • NEW YORK Medical College
    2010
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  • Gastroenterology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Jennifer Higa, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Higa's profile.

Dr. Higa frequently treats the following conditions: Intestinal Obstruction, Upper Digestive Tract Cancer and Bowel Strangulation. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Jennifer Higa, MD is affiliated with MultiCare Auburn Medical Center, MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital and MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Jennifer Higa, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • MultiCare Auburn Medical Center

    202 N Division St, Auburn, WA

  • MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital

    401 15th Ave SE, Puyallup, WA

  • MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital

    315 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA