Karina V. Mandragon, PA

Karina is medical professional with a strong commitment to providing excellent care in the field of Gastroenterology. She is a certified Physician Assistant (PA) with over 3 years of specialized GI experience. Karina's journey in healthcare began after completing her undergraduate degree in Cell Biology at the University of Puget Sound. Motivated by a desire to serve underserved communities and make an impact she started working as a Nursing Assistant in the Seattle Area, where she gained invaluable hands-on experience and a deeper understanding of true patient care. Driven by her passion for learning and helping others, Karina pursued her graduate degree at University of Washington. After completing her education, she chose to return to her hometown of Spokane, where she remains dedicated to positively impacting the lives of her patients in her role as a GI PA. Karina enjoys the diverse challenges that come with treating disorders of the digestive system as well as the opportunity to continue to help those in need. Her experience in working with diverse patient populations has given her an appreciation for the importance of personalized care.