
Overview
Dr. Anderson specializes in non-operative sports medicine. Dr. Anderson sees all age groups of active and athletic individuals but has a special interest in problems unique to the pediatric and adolescent age athlete. In evaluating patients, Dr. Anderson takes the time to identify the underlying causes of sports injuries and complex musculoskeletal conditions. After establishing an accurate diagnosis, he orchestrates conservative treatment programs that are comprehensive, multidisciplinary and intended to address both the causes and effects of injury. In addition to caring for active individuals of all ages, Dr. Anderson has provided medical care for the United States Diving Team, Pacific Northwest Ballet, NCAA and Pac 12 sports, numerous local high schools and club teams. He is also actively involved in teaching sports medicine and primary care orthopedics to medical students, residents, specialty fellows and practicing physicians both locally and nationally. Dr. Anderson was the editor of both editions (2000, 2010) of Care of the Young Athlete, a textbook on sports medicine published jointly by the American Academy of Pediatrics and American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Anderson has served as Chair of the Committee on Sports Medicine and Fitness for the American Academy of Pediatrics, a member of the Examination Committee for the American Board of Pediatrics, the Physician Director for the Board of Certification of the National Athletic Trainer Association and on the Medical Advisory Committee for the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association. He is also a founder and director for Seattle Pediatric Sports Medicine. Dr. Anderson has been a Seattle Magazine and/or Seattle Metropolitan Magazine “Top Doctor” on multiple occasions. Outside of work, Dr. Anderson enjoys swimming, golf, travel, urban exploration, home remodeling projects and spending time with family and friends.
Dr. Anderson is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tendinitis, Herniated Disk, Distal Arthrogryposis Type 6, and Congenital Contractures.
Dr. Anderson is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. Dr. Anderson is currently accepting new patients.
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- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- PPO
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- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
500 17th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98122
747 Broadway, Seattle, WA 98122
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Anderson 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.
Swedish Cherry Hill
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. Dr. Yaszay is currently accepting new patients.
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 13 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. Steven J. Anderson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Steven J. Anderson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Steven J. Anderson by calling their office at 206-320-2000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Steven J. Anderson a top-rated expert for Tendinitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Steven J. Anderson is classified as an Advanced expert for Tendinitis, 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. Steven J. Anderson specialize in?
While Dr. Steven J. Anderson is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Tendinitis, Herniated Disk, and Distal Arthrogryposis Type 6. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Steven J. Anderson accept my insurance?
Dr. Steven J. Anderson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-320-2000 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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- Advanced
- Achard SyndromeDr. Anderson isAdvanced. Learn about Achard Syndrome.
- Congenital ContracturesDr. Anderson isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Contractures.
- Distal ArthrogryposisDr. Anderson isAdvanced. Learn about Distal Arthrogryposis.
- Distal Arthrogryposis Type 6Dr. Anderson isAdvanced. Learn about Distal Arthrogryposis Type 6.
- Herniated DiskDr. Anderson isAdvanced. Learn about Herniated Disk.
- Lethal Congenital Contracture Syndrome
- Sandhaus Ben-Ami SyndromeDr. Anderson isAdvanced. Learn about Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome.
- Small Patella SyndromeDr. Anderson isAdvanced. Learn about Small Patella Syndrome.
- TendinitisDr. Anderson isAdvanced. Learn about Tendinitis.
- Trismus-Pseudocamptodactyly SyndromeDr. Anderson isAdvanced. Learn about Trismus-Pseudocamptodactyly Syndrome.
- Trochlear DysplasiaDr. Anderson isAdvanced. Learn about Trochlear Dysplasia.
- Experienced
- Achilles Tendon RuptureDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Achilles Tendon Rupture.
- Adolescent Idiopathic ScoliosisDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis.
- Baker CystDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Baker Cyst.
- Brachial PlexopathyDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Brachial Plexopathy.
- BursitisDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Caffey DiseaseDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Caffey Disease.
- Caudal Regression SyndromeDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Caudal Regression Syndrome.
- Cervical SpondylosisDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Spondylosis.
- Common Peroneal Nerve DysfunctionDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Common Peroneal Nerve Dysfunction.
- Fibrous DysplasiaDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Fibrous Dysplasia.
- Freiberg's DiseaseDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Freiberg's Disease.
- Frozen ShoulderDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Frozen Shoulder.
- Ganglion CystDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Ganglion Cyst.
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.
- KyphosisDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Kyphosis.
- Macrodactyly of the FootDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Macrodactyly of the Foot.
- MetatarsalgiaDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Metatarsalgia.
- Osgood-Schlatter DiseaseDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Osgood-Schlatter Disease.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- Osteochondritis DissecansDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Osteochondritis Dissecans.
- Radial Nerve DysfunctionDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Radial Nerve Dysfunction.
- ScoliosisDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Scoliosis.
- Spinal StenosisDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
- Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis SyndromeDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Spondylocarpotarsal Synostosis Syndrome.
- SpondylolisthesisDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Spondylolisthesis.
- Synovial OsteochondromatosisDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Synovial Osteochondromatosis.
- Tennis ElbowDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Tennis Elbow.
- TenosynovitisDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.
- Thoracic Outlet SyndromeDr. Anderson isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.

