Imka Lavinder, DO, FAAP
General Pediatrics
Location(s):
Gig Harbor Office
In Office: Mon, Wed, Thu
Joined Pediatrics Northwest: 2001
Education: Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, CA
Internship/Residency: Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital, Loma Linda, CA
Board Certification: Pediatrics
“I enjoy working with families to provide compassionate care and education that will build the foundation for a lifetime of good health. Prevention is the key. I believe each patient/provider relationship is a unique partnership that provides optimal, ‘whole person’ care. I encourage early childhood education and sports safety for all ages.”
Dr. Lavinder stays active in the community by participating in Docs for Tots, a program encouraging awareness for early childhood education. She also is the office chairperson for the Reach Out and Read program at Pediatrics Northwest’s Gig Harbor office. Dr. Lavinder and her growing family enjoy outdoor recreation, including boating, swimming and kayaking. Dr. Lavinder is married with three active children.
