Dr. Tyler Cobb joined Ali’i Health Center in 2022 as a highly skilled general surgeon, specializing in trauma, foregut, endoscopy, and a wide range of subspecialties. He earned his Doctorate of Medicine from Florida State University College of Medicine in 2015 and completed a rigorous general surgery residency at The University of Texas McGovern Medical School at Houston. During his residency, Dr. Cobb trained at Memorial Hermann-TMC, the busiest level 1 trauma center in the nation, and MD Anderson, where he gained extensive experience in managing complex surgical and oncologic cases.

Dr. Cobb employs a minimally invasive laparoscopic approach in most of his operations, prioritizing reduced pain and faster recovery for his patients. Dedicated to delivering the highest quality of surgical care, he consistently incorporates the latest and most appropriate surgical techniques into his practice.

Board-certified through the American College of Surgeons, Dr. Cobb is committed to creating a compassionate and respectful environment for his patients and their families. His practice is built on a foundation of understanding and deep respect for the individual needs of each patient.

Dr. David Huddleston Has joined Ali`i Health Center on June 25, 2019 and is fully trained in general surgery, including endoscopy, trauma and all subspecialties.  Dr. Huddleston earned his Doctorate of Medicine in May 2007 from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas, and completed his general surgery internship/residency at Jackson Memorial Hospital/University of Miami.  Dr .David Huddleston s currently accepting new patients. We welcome both new and existing patients to the practice.

Natasha is a Board-certified Physician Assistant dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to the Kona community, where she was born and raised. She earned her bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo and completed her Master of Clinical Health Services degree at the University of Washington MEDEX Physician Assistant Program in Kailua Kona. Before becoming a PA, Natasha spent five years working as a medical assistant in general surgery and dermatology, gaining valuable hands-on clinical experience.

Maria Oka joined Ali’i Health July of 2009 as a Nurse Practitioner for the general surgery and wound care team. She completed her BSN at Creighton university 2001 and completed MSN family NP degree at university of Nebraska medical center 2005. She also attended the University of Washington’s wound care program in 2006. She is certified through the WOCN (wound ostomy continence nursing)  as an advanced practice wound care provider since 2006. Maria enjoys caring for those with wounds of all shapes, sizes, and complexities. She also enjoys first assist for general and plastic surgery cases.

Dr. Genia Taitano, our new Trauma Medical Director at Kona Community Hospital, specializes in critical care and colorectal surgery. With her roots in Hawaii, she combines advanced surgical skills with a deep understanding of our community’s needs.

Dr. Conrad Tirre received his medical degree from Saint Louis University and completed his plastic Surgery Residency at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. Dr. Tirre then completed a highly skilled and rigorous Hand and Microsurgical Fellowship at the Oregon Health Sciences Center. Dr. Tirre is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery,as well as holding his Subspecialty Certificate in Surgery of the Hand.

Dr. Conrad Tirre performed plastic, hand, and complex microsurgery (including limb salvage/reattachment) in Denver, Colorado for more than twenty years. After visiting Hawaii Island for several years with his wife, they decided to join the community full time in 2019. Dr.Tirre was excited to join the prestigious Ali’I Health Center and offer plastic, hand, and reconstructive services to the Big Island.

Dr. Tirre is an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and the Northwest Society of Plastic Surgeons. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a former Associate Professor at the University of Colorado Department of Plastic Surgery.

Dr. Zelko joined Alii Health Center in October of 2024. She is a graduate of Kealakehe High School. She graduated with her BA in Biology from Mills College. She attended John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawaii Manoa. She completed her Residency at Riverside University Health System. She is Board Certified and is a recipient of Certificate of Distinction (COD) in Rural Health.