Our Doctors
Each of our pediatricians has completed a 3-year accredited pediatric residency program and is board certified in General Pediatrics. The physicians also maintain continuing medical education to remain up to date on the latest evidence for addressing the special needs of infants, children, and teens.
We welcome prospective parents and patients to meet the pediatricians with a complimentary “meet and greet” appointment.
T. Ray Cardwell, M.D., F.A.A.P.
After 36 years of work with our clinic, Dr. Cardwell retired at the end of 2011. We salute him as we celebrate his dedication to our practice and his service to the community. May he continue to be successful as he follows his dreams during his retirement. All the pediatricians at our clinic will be happy and available to continue to provide care for Dr. Cardwell’s patients.
Rupin Thakkar, M.D., F.A.A.P.
“I marvel at the differences in development among children, and I respect that each family approaches the challenges of raising children with different strengths and techniques. Keeping that in mind, I strive to educate and support my patients and their families so that we can make health care decisions together.”
Experience
- Children’s Clinic since 2006
- Board certified, American Board of Pediatrics, 2006
- Medical staff member, Swedish-Edmonds Hospital, 2006-present
- Medical staff member, Seattle Children’s Hospital, 2006-present
- Assistant Clinical Professor, University of Washington, 2006-present
Education
- Grinnell College: Bachelor of Arts degree
(Psychology), 1997 - Medical College of Wisconsin: Medical Degree, 2003
- Seattle Children’s Hospital/University of Washington: Pediatric Residency, 2003-2006
Membership
- American Academy of Pediatrics, Washington Chapter Board of Trustees
- National Physicians Alliance, Founding Board Member
- Washington Coalition for Prescribing Integrity, Chair
Agnes Wong, M.D., F.A.A.P.
“I am honored to have a role in the healthcare of my patients, from infancy to adulthood. Through education and encouragement, I enjoy working with my patients and families to be healthy, happy and successful.”
Experience
- Children’s Clinic since 1991
- Board Certified, American Board of Pediatrics,1991, 2004
- Medical staff member, Swedish-Edmonds Hospital since 1991
- (Chairperson, Pediatrics Committee, 1994-1996/High Risk Delivery Team Neonatal Resuscitation 1991-1999)
- Medical staff member, Seattle Children’s Hospital since 1991
- Assistant Clinical Professor, University of Washington 1999-present
- Physicians’ Recognition Award-AMA 1998, 2004
- Cantonese Chinese skills
Education
- University of Wisconsin Madison: Bachelors of Science degree (Microbiology Honors Program) Phi Beta Kappa 1983
- University of Wisconsin Madison: Medical Degree 1987
- State University of New York Syracuse: Pediatric Residency 1987-90
- State University of New York Syracuse: Pediatric Chief Resident 1991
Membership
- American Academy of Pediatrics, Fellow
- American Medical Association
- North Pacific Pediatric Society
- Medical Group Management Association
Gabriel Berson, M.D., F.A.A.P.
“As a physician, I strive to create a true connection with patients and their parents. One of my great pleasures is learning about the things that make your family unique. I believe that better mutual understanding leads to happier, healthier patients.”
Experience
- Children’s Clinic since 2011
- Board Certified, American Board of Pediatrics,2002
- Medical staff member, Swedish-Edmonds Hospital since 2011
- Medical staff member, Seattle Children’s Hospital since 2007
- Staff Pediatrician, Madigan Army Medical Center, 2006-2007
- Language skills in Spanish, French, Japanese, Hebrew and American Sign Language
Education
- University of Pennsylvania: Bachelor of Arts Degree in Biology, 1988
- Albert Einstein College of Medicine: Medical Degree, 1999
- Montefiore Medical Center (Bronx, NY): Pediatric Residency, 1999-2002
- University of Washington: Fellowship in Medical Genetics, 2002-2005
Membership
- American Academy of Pediatrics
- Washington State Medical Association
Annika Sutton-Wolf, M.D., F.A.A.P.
“I am excited to work with families to develop healthcare strategies within the context of their family that will keep their child healthy and happy throughout life.”
Experience
- Children’s Clinic since 2007
- Board Certified, American Board of Pediatrics, 2007
- Medical staff member, Swedish-Edmonds Hospital, 2007-present
- Medical staff member, Seattle Children’s Hospital, 2007-present
Education
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology: Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, 2000
- University of California at Davis School of Medicine: Medical Degree, 2004
- Seattle Children’s Hospital/ University of Washington: Pediatric Residency, 2004-2007
Membership
- American Academy of Pediatrics
- American Medical Association
Terri Graham, M.D., F.A.A.P.
“I love my career as a pediatrician. It is an honor to be a part of the lives of families, and I strive to listen with compassion and educate with the heart of a mother and the mind of a scientist. I promote a collaboration between my work family and yours.”
Experience
- Children’s Clinic since 2010 (locum 2010-2011, full-time starting 2012)
- Board Certified, American Board of Pediatrics, 1990
- Seattle Children’s Hospital, Urgent Care Physician, 2006-2012
- Seattle Children’s Hospital, Medical Director, After Hours Clinics 2000-2006
- Seattle Children’s Hospital, Medical Consultant, Nurse Call Center, 2000-2006
- Private Practice, 1990-1998
- Critical Care Physician, Seattle Children’s Hospital, 1990-1991
- Airlift Northwest Flight Physician, Harborview Medical Center, 1990-1991
- Harborview Sexual Assault Pediatric Team, 1990-1991
- Medical Staff, Seattle Children’s Hospital since 1990
- Medical Staff, Swedish-Edmonds Hospital since 2012
Education
- University of Montana, BS with honor, Microbiology, minor Biochemistry, 1984
- University of Montana, Masters program, Immunology and Microbiology, 1986
- University of Washington School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine, 1990
- University of Washington, Seattle Children’s Hospital, Internship and Residency in Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, 1990-1993
Membership
- American Academy of Pediatrics, Fellow
- Washington Chapter of AAP, Special Achievement Award as Director of WA State “Quit Smoking Around the Kids” Campaign
- Washington State Medical Association
- Best Doctors in Seattle, Seattle Magazine 2002, 2003
- Bainbridge-Ometepe Sister Island Association, Health Committee Member, 2008-present
- Global Health Washington, 2011-present
