Gastroenterology
Michael Chiorean, MD
Seattle, WA
Dr. Michael Vasile Chiorean is a gastroenterologist with over 30 years of clinical experience specializing in advanced endoscopic interventions and inflammatory bowel disease management. Based in Issaquah, Washington, he provides comprehensive care for complex gastrointestinal conditions including Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and Clostridioides difficile infections. Dr. Chiorean performs advanced diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures to visualize and treat diseases affecting t
19+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Gastroenterology (American Board of Internal Medicine)
- Internal Medicine (American Board of Internal Medicine)
Education & Training
- Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Romania — M.D. (1992)
- Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Rochester) — Residency, Internal Medicine (1998-2000)
- Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science (Rochester) — Fellowship, Gastroenterology (2000-2003)
Peer Recognition
- ACG — Fellow (FACG)
2026
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2017-2026 (10 years)
- Seattle Magazine — Top Doctor
2022-2025 (4 years)
- Seattle Magazine — Featured Physician
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Conditions & Treatments
Crohn's DiseaseUlcerative ColitisInflammatory Bowel Disease
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Swedish First Hill
- Swedish Issaquah
- Swedish Edmonds Hospital
- Swedish Medical Center
Languages
English
Experience
19+ years in practice