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Dr. Brian Chi-Ming Fong, MD

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(220 Ratings)

Specializes in: Urology (Urinary Tract Disease)

Professional interests include: benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate), inguinal hernia, kidney cancer, and more.

4310 Colby Avenue Suite 203
Everett, WA 98203

(425) 252-8102

Dr. Brian Chi-Ming Fong, MD is an urologist in Everett, WA specializing in urology (urinary tract disease). Dr. Brian Chi-Ming Fong, MD is affiliated with PROVIDENCE HEALTH AND SERVICES- WASHINGTON.

Office Locations

Address:

4310 Colby Avenue Suite 203
Everett, WA 98203

Some issues Dr. Brian Chi-Ming Fong, MD can help you with:

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (Enlarged Prostate)

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a noncancerous condition in which the prostate gland becomes enlarged. BPH affects about half of men between the ages of 50 and 60, and approximately 80% of men over 80. As the prostate grows in size, it can press down on the tube where urine flows out of the body (the urethra) and cause urinary problems.

Medication can relieve mild to moderate symptoms of BPH, such as frequent urination, incomplete bladder emptying, a weak urine stream, and straining while urinating. However, other forms of treatment may be more appropriate if an individual has pain with urination, frequent urinary tract infections, or is unable to urinate. The size of the prostate and the severity of their symptoms will determine the type of treatment they need. If the prostate is not very large, doctors will likely recommend a transurethral procedure. This minimally invasive technique involves the insertion of a scope into the urethra. The most common transurethral procedures for BPH are:

Transurethral incision of the prostate or TUIP, where the surgeon uses the scope to make small cuts in the area of the prostate that meets the bladder. These cuts will open up the pathway for urine and allow it to flow with more ease.
Transurethral needle ablation or TUNA, where needles are inserted through the scope and into the prostate. The needles use radiofrequency waves to destroy excess prostate tissue.
Laser prostate ablation, where lasers pass through the scope to melt away the part of the prostate causing urine blockage.
Transurethral resection of the prostate or TURP, where the inside of the prostate is trimmed and removed one tiny piece at a time using the scope.

If the prostate is too big for a transurethral procedure, an individual may need a simple prostatectomy, which can be done in one of three ways: laparoscopic, robotic, or open. During a laparoscopic simple prostatectomy, a surgeon makes several small incisions on the belly. Then they insert a long tube with a camera into one of the cuts and surgical instruments into the others. Using the camera to see inside the belly, they carefully removes the enlarged part of the prostate. Robotic simple prostatectomy uses the same techniques as the laparoscopic method, but the surgery is done with the help of a robot. For men with very large prostates, open simple prostatectomy may be the best treatment option. This surgery differs from the other approaches in that it requires a much larger incision.

Most transurethral treatments for BPH, like TUIP, TUNA, and laser prostate ablation, are done in the doctor's office or outpatient surgery center. TURP and simple prostatectomy, however, need to be performed in the hospital and require an average stay of one to three days. Patients should wait a week before doing any strenuous activities after a TUIP, TUNA, or laser prostate ablation, and about four to six weeks after a TURP or simple prostatectomy. Although these treatments improve BPH symptoms for most patients, it is important to be aware of the risks involved, such as urine control issues, tightening of the urethra, and erectile dysfunction.

Kidney Stones

Kidney stones are hard deposits that form in the kidneys, made up of minerals that are normally present in urine. They can vary in size, from as small as a grain of sand to as large as a nickel, occasionally even larger. Sometimes they lodge in the kidney, and sometimes they break free and make their way out through the urinary tract, which can be extremely painful.

Kidney stones can be smooth or jagged and are yellow to brown in color. They are mostly comprised of the minerals calcium, oxalate, and phosphorus. Examining the stones to see what they are made of can show what caused the stone to be formed in the first place. For example, a stone made of mostly calcium, which is the most common type, can happen any time the urine becomes too concentrated due to dehydration or a blockage in the kidney. A uric acid stone forms when acid levels in the urine get too high, usually due to excessive consumption of animal protein such as meat and fish. A struvite stone is a sign of certain infections, and a cystine stone can be due to a genetic disorder that raises the risk of kidney stones.

The most common symptom of kidney stones is pain, either in the back or lower abdomen, or severe pain when urinating. There may also be blood in the urine. Treatment for kidney stones depends on how large the stone is. Very small stones can pass out of the body on their own, and they do not require treatment other than drinking adequate water and taking pain killers. Larger stones need to be broken apart and removed. The main treatment options are:

Shock wave lithotripsy, which uses sound wave vibrations to break apart the stone
Percutaneous nephrolithotomy, or the use of a very tiny tool (like a wire inserted through the back) to break apart and remove the stone
Ureteroscopy, a thin tube inserted through the urethra and bladder to the stone, where tiny tools can grasp the stone and remove

People who have had one kidney stone are at risk of developing another. To reduce this risk, patients are given instructions specific to the type of stone they developed. Generally the instructions will include drinking more water to dilute the urine, but it may also involve lowering sodium intake or eating less meat.

Robotic Surgery

Robotic surgery is a type of minimally invasive surgery, using a tiny opening to get inside the body instead of making a large cut. It uses small tools attached to a thin robotic arm, which is controlled by the surgeon. Robotic surgery may be referred to by the specific kind of robot that is used. The most advanced robot currently in use is called the da Vinci, and surgery using it is sometimes called da Vinci surgery.

There are many benefits to robotic surgery, both for the patient and the surgeon. Robotic surgery allows for more precise movements and increased control during very delicate surgical procedures. This makes performing surgery accurately much easier for surgeons and reduces fatigue. The smaller 'hand' of the robot can enter the body via a much smaller opening, which reduces the risk of infection and scarring and leads to a faster recovery. The robotic hands also contain tiny moveable cameras among their tools, giving surgeons a much closer view of the procedure than would be possible with traditional surgery.

catheterization	36
doctor visit	577
lab tests	373
minimally invasive procedures	64
potassium test	33
urologic procedures	298

**Gender**
Male	290
Female	87

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	343
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	12
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	173
From 75 to 84	110
85 and over	51
Less than 65	43

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	4
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	32
Dementia	9
Cancer	25

biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	37
catheterization	59
chemotherapy	37
doctor visit	628
lab tests	411
minimally invasive procedures	66
potassium test	18
urologic procedures	356

**Gender**
Male	342
Female	87

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	392
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	14
Other	11
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	205
From 75 to 84	123
85 and over	57
Less than 65	44

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	3
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	32
Dementia	9
Cancer	21

catheterization	55
diagnostic procedures	11
doctor visit	652
lab tests	310
minimally invasive procedures	95
minor procedures	11
potassium test	16
urologic procedures	383

**Gender**
Male	658
Female	230

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	804
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	32
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	400
From 75 to 84	284
85 and over	118
Less than 65	86

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	30
Dementia	9
Cancer	23

cancer surgery	12
catheterization	54
diagnostic procedures	13
dissection	12
doctor visit	765
excision	12
hormone therapy	22
lab tests	198
lymph node procedures	12
minimally invasive procedures	114
minor procedures	13
pelvic surgery	12
potassium test	21
urologic procedures	460

**Gender**
Male	380
Female	97

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	421
Black	0
Hispanic	19
Asian	18
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	204
From 75 to 84	164
85 and over	56
Less than 65	53

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	44
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	4
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	32
Dementia	10
Cancer	25

diagnostic procedures	16
doctor visit	826
hormone therapy	33
lab tests	211
minimally invasive procedures	128
minor procedures	16
potassium test	18
stent placement (stenting)	11
urologic procedures	480

**Gender**
Male	407
Female	107

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	460
Black	0
Hispanic	15
Asian	20
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	235
From 75 to 84	170
85 and over	59
Less than 65	50

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	4
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	32
Dementia	10
Cancer	26

diagnostic procedures	16
doctor visit	689
hormone therapy	22
hospital care	10
inpatient care	10
lab tests	131
minimally invasive procedures	117
minor procedures	16
potassium test	48
urologic procedures	497

**Gender**
Male	381
Female	82

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	411
Black	0
Hispanic	14
Asian	18
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	224
From 75 to 84	147
85 and over	56
Less than 65	36

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	3
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	29
Dementia	9
Cancer	27

catheterization	24
diagnostic procedures	19
doctor visit	666
hormone therapy	24
hospital care	14
inpatient care	14
lab tests	74
minimally invasive procedures	127
minor procedures	19
potassium test	13
urologic procedures	753

**Gender**
Male	400
Female	76

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	429
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	17
Other	15
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	231
From 75 to 84	159
85 and over	55
Less than 65	31

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	3
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	30
Dementia	9
Cancer	28

diagnostic procedures	24
doctor visit	647
hormone therapy	35
hospital care	12
inpatient care	12
lab tests	74
minimally invasive procedures	155
minor procedures	24
urologic procedures	479

**Gender**
Male	426
Female	59

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	445
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	11
Other	16
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	219
From 75 to 84	189
85 and over	57
Less than 65	20

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	4
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	28
Dementia	6
Cancer	29

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Brian Chi-Ming Fong, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Brian Chi-Ming Fong, MD treated as an urologist in Everett, WA were urologic procedures, lab tests, minimally invasive procedures and catheterization.

ablation	39
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	37
cancer surgery	12
catheterization	45
chemotherapy	37
diagnostic procedures	20
dissection	12
doctor visit	764
excision	12
hormone therapy	29
hospital care	12
inpatient care	12
lab tests	225
laser treatment	39
lymph node procedures	12
minimally invasive procedures	148
minor procedures	20
pelvic surgery	12
potassium test	22
stent placement (stenting)	17
urologic procedures	544

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brian Chi-Ming Fong, MD.

**Gender**
Male	328
Female	82

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	14
Non-Hispanic White	370
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	4
Other	4

**Age**
85 and over	50
75 to 84	134
Less than 65	36
65 to 74	189

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Brian Chi-Ming Fong, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Brian Chi-Ming Fong, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	3
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	24
Atrial Fibrillation	11
Dementia	7
Cancer	20

Education & Training

He completed residency at McGill University Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in Washington.

Residency: McGill University Affiliated Hospitals

Licensed In: Washington

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Brian Chi-Ming Fong, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

PROVIDENCE HEALTH AND SERVICES- WASHINGTON

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Dr. Brian Chi-Ming Fong, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.81 out of 5 stars based on 220 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Brian Chi-Ming Fong, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Everett, WA.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-08-10