Theodore C. Koutlas, MD

Alexi C. Matousek, MD in Spokane, WA is a board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon specializing in lung and esophageal cancer, as well as non-cancer diseases. Dr. Matousek brings over 25 years of experience to his practice, focusing on surgeries within the chest including the lungs, esophagus, diaphragm, throat, and airway. He also performs general thoracic surgery, including minimally-invasive robotic procedures. With a background that includes residency and fellowship programs at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Dr. Matousek has a strong commitment to community healthcare. He has extensive experience working in rural Haiti and has published research on esophageal diseases and surgical care for vulnerable populations. Fluent in English and Haitian Creole, Dr. Matousek's dedication to global surgery and social change is evident in his approach to patient care. Generated from the website content

Justin W. Sassone, PA-C, is a certified primary care physician assistant based in Spokane, WA, dedicated to delivering compassionate and thorough healthcare to his patients. He is a graduate of Eastern Virginia Medical School, holding a Master's degree, and completed his Bachelor's degree in psychology from Old Dominion University while serving as a hospital corpsman in the US Navy. At Providence Primary Care Cowley Park, Sassone emphasizes patient empowerment through evidence-based information, fostering autonomy in healthcare decisions. He is committed to addressing a wide range of medical conditions, from chronic illnesses to acute health issues, ensuring every patient receives tailored care. Generated from the website

Dr. McCarthy specializes in surgery of the aorta and the aortic valve including aortic valve repair, bicuspid aortic valve repair, valve-sparing aortic root replacement, transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), ascending aorta and aortic root replacement, aortic arch replacement, endovascular repair of the aortic arch and descending thoracic aorta (TEVAR), coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), multi-arterial and total arterial CABG. Dr. McCarthy is also involved in research at Providence Sacred Heart as well as multi-institutional collaborations in the field of aortic surgery and aortic valve repair.