Overview
A native of Yakima, Dr. Schwaegler did his undergraduate work at Gonzaga University. He completed medical school in St Louis, and continued his orthopedic and advanced spine training at Loyola University Medical Center in Chicago. He has been practicing in Seattle for more than twenty years. Dr. Schwaegler is committed to providing his patients the greatest amount of pain relief with the least amount of surgery. He is highly trained in the most innovative techniques. Most recently this has included minimally invasive surgical techniques which speed up patient recovery, as well as motion sparing techniques, which allow improvement of symptoms without resorting to fusion procedures. He is often found travelling the country teaching these techniques and procedures to other interested spine surgeons.
His clinical expertise encompasses Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Stenosis, Herniated Disk, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.
Dr. Schwaegler is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
550 16th Avenue, Suite 404, Seattle, WA
500 17th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122
747 Broadway, Seattle, WA 98122
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Schwaegler 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.
Spine Specialists At SNI
Dr. Chapman is keen on understanding the underlying pathology as clearly as possible and finding the best possible non-operative or surgical options for patients to be able to achieve a lasting, improved quality of life. Dr. Chapman is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Scoliosis, Diskitis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion. Dr. Chapman is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Chapman is currently accepting new patients.
Seattle Children's Hospital
Burt Yaszay is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Yaszay is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Kyphosis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.
Virginia Mason Medical Center
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. Paul E. Schwaegler
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Paul E. Schwaegler?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Paul E. Schwaegler by calling their office at 206-322-1765. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Paul E. Schwaegler a top-rated expert for Invertebral Disc Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Paul E. Schwaegler is classified as an Experienced expert for Invertebral Disc Disease, 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. Paul E. Schwaegler specialize in?
While Dr. Paul E. Schwaegler is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Stenosis, and Microdiscectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Paul E. Schwaegler accept my insurance?
Dr. Paul E. Schwaegler accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-322-1765 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Cervical Disc SurgeryDr. Schwaegler isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Disc Surgery.
- Herniated Disc SurgeryDr. Schwaegler isExperienced. Learn about Herniated Disc Surgery.
- Herniated DiskDr. Schwaegler isExperienced. Learn about Herniated Disk.
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Schwaegler isExperienced. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.
- MicrodiscectomyDr. Schwaegler isExperienced. Learn about Microdiscectomy.
- Spinal StenosisDr. Schwaegler isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.