The 20 Best Craniosynostosis Doctors Near Me in Seattle, WA

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The 20 Best Craniosynostosis Doctors near Seattle, WA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 17 doctor with experience in Craniosynostosis near Seattle, WA. Of these, 11 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced, 2 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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17 providers found
    Elite in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery
    Elite in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery

    Seattle Children's Hospital

    4800 Sand Point Way NE, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Craig Birgfeld is a Plastic Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Birgfeld is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top areas of expertise are Craniosynostosis, Metopic Ridge, Plagiocephaly, Osteotomy, and Craniectomy.

    Srinivas Susarla
    Distinguished in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery
    Distinguished in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery

    Seattle Childrens Hospital

    4800 Sand Point Way NE, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Susarla is an Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of Washington School of Medicine, Associate Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Washington School of Dentistry. His primary clinical practice is in craniomaxillofacial surgery at Seattle Children's Hospital, where he also serves as the Division Chief of Pediatric Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.Dr. Susarla completed his undergraduate education at Princeton University. He completed his dental degree at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine, a master of public health degree at the Harvard School of Public Health, and his medical degree at Harvard Medical School. He completed surgical residencies in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the Massachusetts General Hospital and Plastic Surgery at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. These were followed by fellowship training in Craniomaxillofacial Surgery at Seattle Children's Hospital/University of Washington Harborview Medical Center.Dr. Susarla's clinical practice focuses on pediatric and adult craniomaxillofacial reconstructive surgery, including management of craniosynostosis, cleft lip and palate, dentofacial deformities, maxillofacial pathology, and primary and secondary reconstruction following facial trauma.He has an active research portfolio, with over 250 peer-reviewed publications and several dozen book chapters. He currently serves on the editorial boards for a number of journals including Craniomaxillofacial Trauma and Reconstruction, the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Global Open. He has given over 40 invited talks nationally and internationally on subjects related to pediatric craniofacial surgery, orthognathic surgery, and facial trauma reconstruction.Dr. Susarla is one of the few craniomaxillofacial surgeons in the country who is board certified in both Plastic Surgery and Oral/Maxillofacial surgery. Dr. Susarla is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top areas of expertise are Micrognathia, Metopic Ridge, Craniosynostosis, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft.

    Rod Oskouian
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Neurosurgery
    550 17th Avenue, Suite 500, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Oskouian is a neurosurgeon who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of complex spinal disorders. As the Chief of the Complex Spine Department, his clinical practice located on the Swedish/Cherry Hill campus in Seattle focuses on scoliosis, spinal deformities, spine trauma, spine fractures, spinal surgery revisions, osteoporosis, spinal cord injury, degenerative disc disease, spine tumors, stereotactic spinal radiosurgery, spine infections, and minimally invasive spinal surgery. Dr. Oskouian received his medical degree from the University of California, Los Angeles. He completed his residency in neurosurgery at the University of Virginia under the late Dr. John Jane, Sr. Dr. Oskouian completed his neurosurgery fellowship at the New Zealand National Hospital in Auckland. Dr. Oskouian has published in numerous medical journals and textbooks, including Neuroscience, Neurosurgery, Neurosurgical Clinics of North America, the Journal of Neurosurgery, Neurosurgical Focus and Spine. His philosophy of care is to provide comprehensive, individualized medical care for his patients based on the most recent scientific advances. Dr. Oskouian also believes prevention, communication and education are a vital component of a patient’s long-term health and well-being. Dr. Oskouian offers the Digital Surgical Experience to guide his practice and maintain consistent communication with his patients throughout their care. This includes offering virtual visits to patients, timely access to information, and interactive messages, check-ins, and reminders, allowing patients to become custodians of their own care. Dr. Oskouian was selected by Seattle Magazine and Seattle Met Magazine as a Top Doctor. Dr. Oskouian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Epidural Hematoma, Scoliosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

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    Distinguished in Craniosynostosis
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
    Distinguished in Craniosynostosis
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
    4800 Sand Point Way Ne, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Anne Hing is a Medical Genetics specialist and a Pediatrics provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Hing is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. Her top areas of expertise are Craniosynostosis, Micrognathia, Deafness Craniofacial Syndrome, and Acrofrontofacionasal Dysostosis Syndrome. Dr. Hing is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Pediatric Radiology
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Pediatric Radiology

    Gme Office University Of Washington

    1959 NE Pacific St, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Otjen is a Pediatric Radiologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Otjen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top areas of expertise are Micrognathia, Osteomyelitis in Children, Scurvy, and Myocardial Contusion.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Neuroradiology

    Seattle Children's Hospital

    4800 Sand Point Way NE, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ramesh Iyer is a Neuroradiologist in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Iyer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top areas of expertise are Optic Glioma, Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Collins Pope Syndrome, and PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum.

    Advanced in Craniosynostosis
    Advanced in Craniosynostosis

    The Association Of University Physicians

    325 9th Ave, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Ellenbogen is a Neurosurgery provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Ellenbogen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top areas of expertise are Syringobulbia, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Syringomyelia, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Laminectomy.

    Advanced in Craniosynostosis
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Craniosynostosis
    Neurosurgery

    Seattle Children's Hospital

    4800 Sand Point Way NE, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amy Lee is a Neurosurgery provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. Her top areas of expertise are Lambdoid Synostosis, Craniosynostosis, Baller-Gerold Syndrome, and Metopic Ridge.

    Advanced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery
    Advanced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery

    Seattle Children's Hospital

    4800 Sand Point Way NE, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mert Calis is a Plastic Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Calis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top areas of expertise are Velopharyngeal Insufficiency, Cleft Lip and Palate, Craniosynostosis, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft.

    Kristopher M. Day
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery
    1260 116th Avenue Northeast, Suite 100, 
    Bellevue, WA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    From his small-town roots to Ivy League surgical training, specialization in plastic and facial surgery, and academic practice experience, Dr. Kristopher Day brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to serve patients throughout the East Side, Seattle and Tacoma area through Pacific Sound Plastic Surgery. Dr. Day is double-board certified in plastic, reconstructive and general surgery and has completed a competitive sub-fellowship in pediatric plastic and craniofacial surgery. He has held leadership positions within multiple professional organizations and surgical journals, produced dozens of research conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications, and has participated in multiple service, leadership, and teaching endeavors. Dr. Day looks forward to drawing on this wealth of knowledge and experience to deliver each patientʼs best outcome through a thoughtful and evidence-based approach designed to give each patient a safe and effective result. Focusing on reconstructive and aesthetic surgery of the body, breasts, and face, Dr. Day is dedicated to delivering the highest quality surgical care for all patients. Dr. Day loves the opportunity to address each patientʼs unique concerns with a creative and personalized approach that delivers their best outcome and life enhancement. He feels there is no greater fulfillment than a happy patient feeling theyʼve reached their specific goals. Dr. Day is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top areas of expertise are Hyperparathyroidism, Goldenhar Disease, Treacher Collins Syndrome, Osteotomy, and Parathyroidectomy.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis

    Uw Medicine/Harborview Medical Center

    325 9th Ave, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Charles Rodriguez is a Hand Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Rodriguez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top areas of expertise are Breast Enlargement In Males, Metopic Ridge, Plagiocephaly, and Craniosynostosis.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery

    Optum – Nordstrom Tower

    1229 Madison St, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tommy Liu is a Plastic Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Liu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top areas of expertise are Metopic Ridge, Plagiocephaly, Craniosynostosis, Osteotomy, and Orchiectomy. Dr. Liu is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Neurosurgery

    Seattle Children's Hospital

    4800 Sand Point Way NE, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Matthew Recker is a Neurosurgery provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Recker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top areas of expertise are Craniosynostosis, Chiari Malformation Type 1, Metopic Ridge, Posterior Fossa Decompression, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery

    Seattle Children's Hospital

    4800 Sand Point Way NE, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Russell Ettinger is a Plastic Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Ettinger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top areas of expertise are Micrognathia, Metopic Ridge, Plagiocephaly, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Medical Genetics | Pediatrics
    4800 Sand Point Way Ne, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Margaret Adam is a Medical Genetics specialist and a Pediatrics provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Adam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. Her top areas of expertise are Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS), 1p36 Deletion Syndrome, Intersex, and Microcephaly.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Neurosurgery

    Seattle Children's Hospital

    4800 Sand Point Way NE, 
    Seattle, WA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carlo Giussani is a Neurosurgery provider in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Giussani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Glioma, Gliomatosis Cerebri, Thrombectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Craniosynostosis
    Plastic Surgery

    Phase Plastic Surgery

    6100 219th St SW Ste 290, 
    Mountlake Terrace, WA 
     (12.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ameya Chumble is a Plastic Surgeon in Mountlake Terrace, Washington. Dr. Chumble is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Craniosynostosis. His top areas of expertise are Metopic Ridge, Plagiocephaly, and Craniosynostosis.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Craniosynostosis?

    Craniosynostosis is a birth defect in which one or more sutures on a baby's head closes earlier than usual.

    The skull of an infant or young child is made up of bony plates that are still growing. The borders at which these plates intersect are called sutures or suture lines. The sutures allow for growth of the skull. They normally close (fuse) by the time the child is 2 or 3 years old.

    Early closing of a suture causes the baby to have an abnormally shaped head. This may limit brain growth.

    When should I see a Craniosynostosis doctor near Seattle, WA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Craniosynostosis doctor near Seattle, WA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Craniosynostosis doctors near Seattle, WA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Craniosynostosis doctors near Seattle, WA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Craniosynostosis doctor near Seattle, WA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Craniosynostosis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Craniosynostosis doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Craniosynostosis doctor near Seattle, WA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Craniosynostosis doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Craniosynostosis doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Craniosynostosis doctors near Seattle, WA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Craniosynostosis doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Craniosynostosis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Craniosynostosis doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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