Overview
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 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Lordosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 192 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1100 Ninth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Philip K. Louie
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Philip K. Louie?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Philip K. Louie by calling their office at 206-624-1144. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Philip K. Louie a top-rated expert for Spinal Fusion?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Philip K. Louie is classified as an Elite expert for Spinal Fusion, 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. Philip K. Louie specialize in?
While Dr. Philip K. Louie is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Spinal Fusion, Spondylolisthesis, and Laminectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Philip K. Louie participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Philip K. Louie has published 192 articles and abstracts on conditions like Spinal Fusion. You can view a list of Dr. Philip K. Louie's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Philip K. Louie accept my insurance?
Dr. Philip K. Louie accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-624-1144 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Elite
- Spinal FusionDr. Louie isElite. Learn about Spinal Fusion.
- Distinguished
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Louie isDistinguished. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.
- LaminectomyDr. Louie isDistinguished. Learn about Laminectomy.
- LordosisDr. Louie isDistinguished. Learn about Lordosis.
- Spinal StenosisDr. Louie isDistinguished. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
- SpondylolisthesisDr. Louie isDistinguished. Learn about Spondylolisthesis.
- Advanced
- Epidural HematomaDr. Louie isAdvanced. Learn about Epidural Hematoma.
- Herniated Disc SurgeryDr. Louie isAdvanced. Learn about Herniated Disc Surgery.
- KyphosisDr. Louie isAdvanced. Learn about Kyphosis.
- MicrodiscectomyDr. Louie isAdvanced. Learn about Microdiscectomy.
- OsteotomyDr. Louie isAdvanced. Learn about Osteotomy.
- ScoliosisDr. Louie isAdvanced. Learn about Scoliosis.
- Experienced
- Acute PainDr. Louie isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pain.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Louie isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- ArthritisDr. Louie isExperienced. Learn about Arthritis.
- Bone GraftDr. Louie isExperienced. Learn about Bone Graft.
- Bone TumorDr. Louie isExperienced. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Cervical Disc SurgeryDr. Louie isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Disc Surgery.