FamilyCare of Kent — Accepting new patients: Yes

F: (253) 850-8894

10024 SE 240th St Suite 201, Kent, WA 98031

Offers telehealth: Yes

Health plans accepted:
Wellpoint — Apple Health (Medicaid),
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan — Apple Health (Medicaid),
UnitedHealthcare — AARP Medicare Advantage PPO & HMO

Languages spoken: English

Gender: Male

Ages treated: All Ages

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Spencer Laine Fodczuk

Physician Assistant-Certified

Professional Background

Spencer is a board-certified physician assistant with more than twenty-three years of clinical experience, dedicated to providing thoughtful and thorough care to every patient he meets. His work spans internal medicine, orthopedic and musculoskeletal assessment, dermatologic evaluation, allergy and asthma management, geriatrics, and long-term management of chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia. He is known for listening closely, evaluating thoroughly, and approaching each case with both clinical precision and genuine compassion.

Military Service

Before entering civilian practice, Spencer served twenty-two years in the United States Army, retiring honorably after a career that took him around the world. His service included three deployments to Iraq and assignments in diverse environments that strengthened his adaptability, resilience, and commitment to caring for others under all circumstances. The discipline and perspective gained through military medicine continue to shape his approach to patient care today.

Personal Life and Interests

Spencer is married and the proud father of five children, and family life is at the center of everything he does. He and his family live in Lake Tapps, where they enjoy boating together and taking in the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Outside of work, he spends his time hiking, fishing, camping with his family, woodworking, biking with the kids. These activities keep him grounded, balanced, and connected to the people and experiences that matter most.

Approach to Patient Care

Spencer's philosophy in medicine is simple: treat every patient as if they were a member of his own family. He strives to create an environment where people feel heard, respected, and supported. Patients often tell him that he listens well and is exceptionally thorough, qualities he considers essential to building trust and delivering high-quality care. Whether managing chronic conditions, evaluating new concerns, or guiding patients through complex decisions, his goal is always to provide clear communication, evidence-based recommendations, and compassionate support.

Commitment to FamilyCare of Kent

Spencer is deeply dedicated to the patients he serves at FamilyCare of Kent in Kent, Washington. This community has become an important part of his life, and it is his intention to remain here for the rest of his career. He understands how frustrating it can be for patients when providers move on before a trusting relationship can be built, and he wants his patients to know that continuity of care is a priority for him. His goal is to be a stable, reliable presence in their healthcare journey, someone they can count on year after year. He values the long-term relationships that develop in primary care and takes pride in being a clinician who stays, listens, and grows with the families he serves.