Overview
Dr. Sean Toomey is a fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon who specializes in primary and revision hip and knee replacement. He performs over 300 hip and knee replacement procedures each year in addition to many knee arthroscopies. He is actively involved in clinical research on alternative bearings for hip replacement surgery, and newer more innovative designs of knee replacement, including performing the first Robotic Assisted knee replacement in Seattle. Dr. Toomey has performed over 130 MAKOplasties, the most in the greater Seattle region. Dr. Toomey has published research in peer-reviewed journals and has given lectures on joint replacement topics both nationally and internationally. Dr. Toomey is committed to using the best techniques available for patients today, while actively working to improve surgical options for patients in the future.
Dr. Toomey is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Tenosynovitis, Synovitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.
Dr. Toomey is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Toomey is currently accepting new patients.
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Accepted insurance plans:
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- STATE MEDICAID
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- 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
601 Broadway, Floor 7, Seattle, WA
500 17th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122
747 Broadway, Seattle, WA 98122
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Toomey 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.
1 Clinical Trials
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Seattle Children's Hospital
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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. Sean D. Toomey
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sean D. Toomey?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sean D. Toomey by calling their office at 206-386-2600. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sean D. Toomey a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sean D. Toomey is classified as an Distinguished 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. Sean D. Toomey specialize in?
While Dr. Sean D. Toomey is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Tenosynovitis, and Synovitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Sean D. Toomey participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sean D. Toomey has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteoarthritis. You can view a list of Dr. Sean D. Toomey's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Sean D. Toomey accept my insurance?
Dr. Sean D. Toomey accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-386-2600 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.
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- Distinguished
- OsteoarthritisDr. Toomey isDistinguished. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- Advanced
- Acute PainDr. Toomey isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Pain.
- Baker CystDr. Toomey isAdvanced. Learn about Baker Cyst.
- BowlegsDr. Toomey isAdvanced. Learn about Bowlegs.
- BursitisDr. Toomey isAdvanced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Knock KneesDr. Toomey isAdvanced. Learn about Knock Knees.
- SynovitisDr. Toomey isAdvanced. Learn about Synovitis.
- Experienced
- Adolescent Idiopathic ScoliosisDr. Toomey isExperienced. Learn about Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis.
- Hip ReplacementDr. Toomey isExperienced. Learn about Hip Replacement.
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Toomey isExperienced. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.
- Knee ReplacementDr. Toomey isExperienced. Learn about Knee Replacement.
- Spinal StenosisDr. Toomey isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
- SpondylolisthesisDr. Toomey isExperienced. Learn about Spondylolisthesis.