I went in to see Dr. Christopher Boone at Bellevue Bone and Joint Physicians (BBJP) regarding…read moreswelling in my knee which had been replaced via a total knee replacement l5 years ago. After Dr. Boone x-rayed my knee, he determined that the swelling was due to the uneven wear of the original plastic spacer, in my knee which he indicated needed to be replaced. Dr. recommended that a MRI be performed so he could "study" what the best options were. After Dr. Boone presented the options, he recommended that the plastic spacer in the original knee replacement be surgically removed and replaced as well as the removal of 3 cysts around the knee joint. The surgery performed required opening up my knee just like in the original knee placement procedure to have access to the knee prosthesis and the plastic spacer. The surgery results were excellent. Ten (10) days after the surgery, I was able to return to my Bike Spinning Classes. Dr. Boone is an outstanding Orthopedic Surgeon. I give him my highest recommendation. Lynn Caldwell 12/2017

I chose Dr. Boone out of 5 surgeon consults. However, I haven't had the hip revision surgery yet…read more(20 year old metal on metal replacement) so too early to know. I picked him because he answered two key questions I had w/o my having to ask, none of the others did. Update later. So tje 5 star rating is based on one initial consult with Dr. Boone.

Saw another reviewer mention a failed surgery with Keem and that "complications occur," as if this…read moreisn't what so often happens with Keem (I've met people who've known physical therapists who work with numerous butchered Keem patients at a time) - so I'm back to update my review. This is a placeholder until I type out another banger lambasting Keem for being a terrible surgeon. Keem told me my artificial disc migrated - in actuality, a team of Virginia Mason neurosurgeons investigated, and found the disc was installed in the wrong place (which took a while to diagnose, as Keem refused to release intra-operative imaging for close to a year). Entire steps of my surgery were skipped. And he lied to my face about it - and to the Polyclinic ... just before mysteriously leaving his cushy position as their sole spinal surgeon. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Keem is a lazy, incompetent butcher. I still experience daily pain and take daily pain medications after what he did to me as a young athlete. He mysteriously vanished from the Polyclinic after multiple government investigations of my surgery, including a winning ruling by the Washington state AG's office because Keem was double-paid by both me and my insurance, and his office said I'd have to sue him directly to be reimbursed. He's corrupt, and a liar. After some time floating around, it appears he's been hired by Swedish. They should be ashamed of themselves - I reached out directly to share the results of my surgery. Clearly, Swedish doesn't care about the longevity of their patients, or keeping them safe, functional, and pain-free. Keep in mind that this man has a long and extensive history of "complicated" surgeries, as well as kickbacks into the millions from the manufacturer of the only artificial disc he installs. (They also cover fusion equipment, etc.) I could find no other surgeon who only uses equipment from one company ... let alone ones paid by them on the side. More corruption to the absolute core. More coming. I have other reviews for him in my profile, including one in which I caught him leaving himself a fake positive review. Don't be fooled by this slimy, unctuous guy who has a long history of leaving his patients immediately post-op to go get paid by Medtronic while they suffer through permanent and life-changing complications. Expect a PA to see you for your first post-op appointment (dangerous and insidious scope creep, going against all advice of the American Medical Association), and expect them to misread your imaging and gaslight you about your pain because they have no idea what they're talking about. This is an established pattern of Keem's. If Keem has 5,000 haters, I'm one of them. If Keem has 1 hater, it's me. If Keem has 0 haters, it's because his rotten surgery finally killed me Lmaoooo. If Shakespeare knew this guy, he'd call him an egg.

In July, I had an anterior fusion surgery performed by Sean Keem. My surgery did not go as…read moreexpected and there were complications that kept me in the hospital for 14 days as opposed to the 2 that was anticipated. I'm 52 and totally understand the complications and risks with this type of surgery. I felt what could go wrong went wrong. The problem with a lot of people is they do not understand that when something goes wrong, almost all of the time it has nothing to do with the surgeon performing the procedure. Things just happen. Dr. Keem has always been professional and straight forward with me as well as the staff that works around him. I knew the risks and accepted what happened as part of that but Dr. Keem is great. I'd go to him again (this was my second procedure with him...the first being 7 years ago). The staff at the surgery center was amazing. All of them were great compared to my previous visit. I'd like to give a huge shout out to all of those who cared for me but the one that stood out the most was Morgan. She seemed so much of a real person than a robotic nurse that i had experienced with my previous surgery. She was easy to talk to and seemed relatable to my life experiences. Again...all of the nursing staff was amazing this visit but Morgan stands out the most. Thanks again.

Dr peterson has done 3 of my surgeries. An amazing guy and such a good doctor! I love him so much!…read moreThank you for taking care of my body!!! You are awesome!!!

Nice guy, spent a lot of time with me going over my knee issues. Gave me time and asked a lot of…read morequestions, and did a good explanation of my knee problems. Unfortunately he couldn't offer me help, just the, "have to deal with it" that I've gotten from SO many other Orthopedic doctors about my knees. Was so hopeful but left appointment with no help and no treatment for my knees. Nice guy but nothing new up his sleeve in regard to knee issues for me.

I have been seeing Zach since 2023. From the very first visit, it was an outstanding experience. I…read moream very selective when choosing a chiropractor and now I will not see anyone else. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere was welcoming, professional, and calming. He is friendly and efficient, making the entire process smooth and stress-free. He took the time to really listen to my concerns, thoroughly explained what was going on, and outlined a clear, personalized treatment plan. I have never felt rushed or pressured--just genuinely cared for. Upon our first meeting, his knowledge and expertise were immediately evident and he made sure that I was comfortable every step of the way. After just a few sessions, I noticed a significant improvement in my pain levels, mobility, and overall well-being. The adjustments were precise and effective, and I appreciated the additional advice on posture, stretching, and long-term care. If you're looking for someone who is skilled, attentive, and truly dedicated to helping you feel your best, this is the place to go! I'm incredibly grateful for the care that I've received and will definitely continue coming back.

An absolute godsend. I've had intermittent (yet semi chronic) neck issues for a couple of years and…read moreZach was so helpful in giving me the proper tools to work that out. I haven't had much, if any, neck issues since then. And even if I get some flare ups, I feel confident to resolve that with the exercises he's given me, and it resolves within a week (usually less). I recently started having really bad lower back pain for about the last 1-2 months and I finally made an appt to see him today. Zach gave me such an informative rundown on the root issues and the assessment was spot-on to my bad [posture] habits. He assured me in the way I needed it and again gave me the proper tools and exercises to feel confident that I can tackle this. I left feeling much less stiffness and tension in my lower back bc he spent some time loosening it up and adjusting my back. Can't say enough wonderful things about the guy and his knowledge. I already recommended him to some of my gfs.

I had tremendous pain for the 1st month after surgery. After going through prescribed physical…read moretherapy, I didn't reach desired flexibility so I had to have a manipulation under anesthesia. I am now 16 months after surgery and I continue to have nerve pain from my shin to my foot. I am very unhappy and I would recommend going to a different Dr. for knee replacement surgery!

I cannot say enough to warn you all. If you have a good experience FINE, lucky you! If not???????…read moreWell, your life as you knew it is over. She did not give two Sheets for what she did to screw me over. I used to be fit, tiny, exercised all the time. Fast forward to - Post hip replacement. I'm Effed! I NEVER had the issues prior to hip replacement that I have now. NONE! Immediately after surgery I knew something was wrong. And I TOLD her so! I am a 5'4" 110 lb woman who has always been healthy and fit. Now? Now, I can barely run a mile or let's be serious, put on my socks or underwear without pain lifting that leg she operated on. Post-op, all she did is repeat ad nauseum that I need to "heal." I am 47!!! I am FIT and HEalthy! No health issues. She undermined me and treated me like I didn't know what I was talking about. My life has never been the same. That was 2019. Fast forward to 2025. Still curse her name for dismissing me everytime I came back hoping for post-care and answers. She actually tried to sell me PRP which was going to cost me MORE money out of pocket that insurance won't cover and has an extremely low success rate. Never would have fixed the issue she caused which is called, IMPINGEMENT OF THE ILEOPSOAS TENDON! Several doctors later diagnosed me. Again, if you go to her and your surgery is a slam dunk, well her ego is satisfied and she is a "good surgeon." But, ask yourself this, what happens when surgery "isn't, a slam dunk?" What then? Medicine is a practice after all, which is why they call it that. What IF IT DOESN'T go as planned? IS SHE the surgeon you want? READ THE REVIEWS! ALL OF THEM! The reviews that are favorable are the ones who's surgeries went well. When they didn't (and let's be clear, not all will go perfectly), how did she and her team treat you? What solutions were offered? Was there ANY ACCOUNTABILITY? And I mean ANY? What about the kindness!? NONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I hate my life now. And it's because of her. I could have gone to anyone!!!! She is full of herself and only wants a patient she can handle. She NEVER tried to call me or check back on Anything! NOTHING! There are so many ortho surgeons out there folks. Do ALL of your vetting and think CAREFULLY!

This is the best healthcare in terms of responsiveness. Barring emergencies, if I have a 11:00…read moreappointment I typically get to an examining room within 15 minutes of my appointment time ... usually sooner. Dr. Wagner is great with diagnosis and has a calming bedside. In terms of stem cell treatment, I had my left hip done and while it took a good 6 months for the treatment to start reducing pain within a year I was like brand new. He never guarantees results carefully pointing out that while his success rate is very good some treatments don't work. And be careful getting counter advice from surgeons. There is big money in hip/knee replacement and the last thing they want is for some non-invasive treatment to cut into their cash cow.

I've seen Dr. Wagner since the early 1990's. He's been my primary physician. I have always had…read moreexceptional care. Last week I came in for leg pain. He made a diagnosis of possible blood clots and sent me for some scans. He was correct my left leg had some blood clots. Prescribed Eliquis and will do a follow up in a month. I had a severe limp and I now can walk normally. I've never had a problem getting a timely appointment. This time I called 8am and was able to see Dr. Wagner at 11am. Can't recommend Dr Wagner enough.

Got a hip preservation surgery done with Dr Downer. 5 stars for him and his careful approach to my…read moresurgery. Also consulted with Dr. Shafer and am very pleased with his approach to my back issues and making sure that my care path for the pain I was experiencing was fully understood. All the rest... needs work. My major complaints: 1: impossible to get my scheduler on the phone. Left voicemail after voicemail trying to get in touch, only after digging through old papers was I able to find a direct number that got me on the phone. The attitude of the people answering the phone is poor and caused unnecessary stress pre-operation. The scheduler was helpful once getting in contact, but it should not have been that difficult. 2: called 3 times (yes, 3) before my surgery to make sure they had tall crutches for me. I am a person of exceptional height and i made sure to call ahead of time to verify that crutches for me would be available and was blown off as if it was a stupid question. On the day of my surgery, they came in and said that they didnt have tall enough crutches for me. Had to buy some online and went home with a walker that's too small and now have to haggle with insurance to get my crutches. They were rude to my caretaker when they attempted to ask about the crutch situation as well. In general, the support staff acts like doing their job is an inconvenience. If you value a fully supportive care experience, it could be hit or miss here. I am extremely happy with my choice to work with Dr. Downer, but I have learned that his expertise comes at the price of flaky support staff.

Awful experience! waited 1 hour after my scheduled time to see the doc and it was a brusque rushed…read morevisit, no apologies. This was exactly what had happened the first time with this provider but I had forgotten about it. Stereotypical surgeon bedside manner, shook hands and then it was a whirlwind and over. I could see him stiffening when I started to ask a question. Probably because the outcomes of the procedure were not as expected? There was zero compassion. You just know when you don't want to go back to a provider because of their demeanor and this was one of those encounters. The front desk and MA were definitely more personable and interactive. And I agree, the one scheduler who answers the phone is likely overworked, but boy she was a ding-dong and rude to boot. The confirmation text message was for the wrong clinic! When I called back to check she was indifferent and unapologetic: well, 'our message system is wonky' sometimes! What?! I could have gone to the wrong clinic and missed my appointment altogether. Who hires and trains these people?? And...I am a medical provider myself, don't expect special treatment, but I like to be treated the way I treat my patients which is not in this manner. Humility should be the bedrock of the bedside approach, but providers like these give all docs a bad name. I apologize on behalf of this provider to patients and caregivers who have been been at the receiving end of such impersonal and condescending interactions with a doc.

"I gotta guy." is usually reserved for a good mechanic, electrician or plumber and not so much for…read moresurgeons as you may see one, once or twice in your lifetime. But as you see, I have Dr. Schwartz on that list to whomever asks me about a great shoulder-guy. (I work in the electrical industry; we get a lot of shoulder and knee problems.) Anyway, I was warned by my coworkers who've gone through similar shoulder surgeries about all the post-surgery problems, mainly pain and recovery I will encounter. Not true after my surgery with Dr. Schwartz. Yes, your mileage may vary but the worst part for me was having to wear a sling. My pain was minimal and recovery was very quick. (I had the full-meal deal; rotator cuff and bicep reattachment and I guess my collarbone had to be shaved.). Dr. Schwartz was very patient and actually listened to my concerns both pre and post-op. He explained everything from my injuries, my upcoming surgery and what to expect afterwards. He's pretty proud of his work, even showing me a video of my surgery. And his staff was awesome! I liked his work so much, I had my other shoulder repaired three months after my first.. this shoulder's recovering fine as well. One thing to note: getting something surgically repaired is not like taking your car to the mechanic. You can't expect to just go take boxing lessons after you leave the shop. It takes time and a lot of physical therapy to properly heal, as Dr. Schwartz told me on my very first visit. Follow your post-op instructions handed to you and actually DO your physical therapy routines and you'll be fine. So if you're looking for a really great shoulder-surgeon, "I gotta guy...."

I had been dealing with shoulder pain for over a year when I finally saw Dr. Schwartz. He decided…read morethat surgery would be the next logical step and said that he would find a repair whatever was wrong. He did find and fix a couple things that were wrong, and said that if I followed my PT my shoulder would be as good as new. Almost 6 months after surgery and following PT strictly, my shoulder is in more pain than before the surgery with no end in sight. Dr. Schwartz ordered another MRI and I feel like I'm right back where I started, having wasted 6 months and a lot of money. I was terrified of having surgery by Dr. Schwartz assured me that it would end up solving my problem. Nothing could be farther from the truth.

I had an appointment with Dr. Jurek and as always, she is on time, prepared, friendly and…read moreinformative. She always asks if I have any questions and makes me feel special. I would definately refer her.

They have you come in 30 min prior to appt for precheck which takes 2 seconds if you already didn't…read moredo it online . Then the last two times it's been over a 30 min wait after the appt time. I heard someone else in the lobby have the same appt time with my doctor so apparently they overbook then apologize for the wait .