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Dr. Melinda Hawkins, MD

Colorectal Surgery* Age 48
Dr. Melinda Hawkins, MD
4.9 (120 Ratings)
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Dr. Melinda Hawkins, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in Seattle, WA.
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Dr. Melinda Hawkins, MD

Colorectal Surgery* Age 48
Seattle, WA
Accepting new patients
18 years of experience
Dr. Melinda Hawkins, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in Seattle, WA.

About

Dr. Hawkins graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences. Dr. Melinda Hawkins, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in Seattle, WA and has 18 years experience. Dr. Hawkins currently practices at Swedish Colon & Rectal Clinic - First Hill and are affiliated with Swedish Edmonds Campus, Swedish First Hill Campus and Swedish Cherry Hill Campus. Dr. Hawkins has experience treating conditions like Rectal Prolapse and Colorectal Cancer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Hawkins received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 120 times. Dr. Hawkins' office accepts new patients. Dr. Hawkins is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Rectal Prolapse
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Colorectal Cancer
Rectal Prolapse
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Colorectal Cancer
Rectal Prolapse
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Colorectal Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Constipation
Hemorrhoids
Intestinal Obstruction
Pelvic Abscess
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Anoscopy
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Colectomy
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Proctectomy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Sigmoidoscopy
Abdominal Pain
Acute Bowel Infarction
Anal Sphincter Dysplasia
Appendicitis
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gastric Ulcer
Gynecologic Cancer
Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Lung Cancer
Meckel's Diverticulum
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Rectovaginal Fistula
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Thyroid Nodule
Tubo-Ovarian Abscess
Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Anal Cauterization
Bladder Surgery
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colostomy
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Anal Tags
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Fecal Impaction Removal
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Robotic Assist
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Lap Vaginal Hysterectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection of the Rectum With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Colectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Liver Tumor Ablation
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Port Placements or Replacements
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctosigmoidopexy with Robotic Assist
Proctosigmoidoscopy
Renal Transplant
Repair of Rectocele with Robotic Assist
Salpingo Oophorectomy with Robotic Assist
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Tracheal Surgery
Trigger Point Injection
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Vaginectomy
Wound Repair

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Locations

  1. 1 Swedish Colon & Rectal Clinic - First Hill
    1101 Madison St # 5, Seattle, WA 98104
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Feb 20, 2025
Doctor Hawkins is amazing. She and her staff have helped me save my life.
— Feb 20, 2025
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Specialties*
Colorectal Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences
    2007
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Board Certifications

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  • General Surgery
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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Melinda Hawkins, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Hawkins' profile.

Dr. Hawkins frequently treats the following conditions: Rectal Prolapse and Colorectal Cancer. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Melinda Hawkins, MD is affiliated with Swedish Edmonds Campus, Swedish First Hill Campus and Swedish Cherry Hill Campus.

Yes, Dr. Melinda Hawkins, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Swedish Edmonds Campus

    21601 76th Ave W, Edmonds, WA

  • Swedish First Hill Campus

    747 Broadway, Seattle, WA

  • Swedish Cherry Hill Campus

    500 17th Ave, Seattle, WA