Overview
Dr. Ko is an orthopedic surgeon with specialized training on the treatment of shoulder and elbow disorders. He is dedicated to understanding the needs of his patients and determining the safest and most effective treatment for each individual. He has advanced training in arthroscopic and minimally invasive surgery, joint replacement surgery, and fracture care. For more information about Dr. Ko, please visit his website: www.seattlejointsurgeons.com.
Dr. Ko is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement.
Dr. Ko is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Ko is currently accepting new patients.
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Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
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- HMO
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- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
900 Terry Avenue, Suite 100, Seattle, WA
601 Broadway, Floor 7, Seattle, WA 98122
3216 Northeast 45th Place, Seattle, WA 98105
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Ko has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Philip Louie, MD, specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery, degenerative spinal conditions, complex adult and pediatric spinal surgery, scoliosis, and reconstructive spine surgery.Dr. Louie trained under some of the world's experts in spine surgery, where he learned minimally invasive spine surgery techniques that preserve muscle and decrease blood loss. In addition to focusing heavily on these minimally invasive techniques, he also emphasizes evidence-based medicine and involvement in research studies, when appropriate.Dr. Louie approaches patient care as a journey he takes alongside each patient, where he witnesses their struggles and frustrations, is inspired by their drive to get better, and shares in their victories. He treats each patient as he would a family member, giving them a full understanding of what he is thinking and making recommendations that are in their best interest.Away from work, Dr. Louie enjoys playing sports, fitness, being a Seattle Sports fan, coffee, espresso, family time and traveling.Patient TestimonialMinimally invasive laminectomy helps lifelong athlete Ramer Holtan Jr. get back on the links. Dr. Louie is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Lordosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy. Dr. Louie is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jia-wei K. Ko
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jia-wei K. Ko?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jia-wei K. Ko by calling their office at 206-694-6665. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Jia-wei K. Ko a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jia-wei K. Ko is classified as an Advanced expert for Osteoarthritis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Jia-wei K. Ko specialize in?
While Dr. Jia-wei K. Ko is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Frozen Shoulder. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Jia-wei K. Ko participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jia-wei K. Ko has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteoarthritis. You can view a list of Dr. Jia-wei K. Ko's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Jia-wei K. Ko accept my insurance?
Dr. Jia-wei K. Ko accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cambia Health Solutions. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-694-6665 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- BursitisDr. Ko isAdvanced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Frozen ShoulderDr. Ko isAdvanced. Learn about Frozen Shoulder.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Ko isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- TendinitisDr. Ko isAdvanced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- Experienced
- Acute PainDr. Ko isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pain.
- Caffey DiseaseDr. Ko isExperienced. Learn about Caffey Disease.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Ko isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- Synovial OsteochondromatosisDr. Ko isExperienced. Learn about Synovial Osteochondromatosis.
- SynovitisDr. Ko isExperienced. Learn about Synovitis.
- Tennis ElbowDr. Ko isExperienced. Learn about Tennis Elbow.