I did some research on various otologists in Seattle before finding Dr Schwartz. I'm glad I did. Dr…read moreSchwartz was patient, analytical, and explained the problem and treatment options thoroughly. The Listen for Life Center at Virginia Mason seems pretty well run in general, as well.

I straddled the gray area of meeting the threshold for cochlear implantation for a couple years,…read moreand I was frustrated beyond belief that I wasn't getting the help I needed. During one such visit when I missed qualifying for the CI by a hair, Dr. Schwartz met with me for an hour to talk about my health history and life in general. I knew he really wanted to help me, and I couldn't believe that he cared that much. When I finally qualified for the CI, he was informative and honest about the side-effects to look out for. The surgery was easy. He didn't need to shave my head, and he didn't leave a big scar. Dr. Schwartz used wax on the cut, so I was able to wash my hair the next morning. I've heard from others with CI's that they had to wait a week or longer to wash their hair. My activation was six days after the surgery, not the usual two weeks!! I'm so very grateful for all he did. I hear great now.

I really can't recommend Dr. Farid highly enough. She's incredibly knowledgeable and takes the time…read moreto ask detailed questions and discuss options thoroughly in order to ensure that I understand her treatment plan. She goes out of her way to make me feel like a partner in my own care. I completely trust that she stays informed about the most current scientific information available, and I'm very comfortable asking her detailed questions. When Dr. Farid moved from Providence to the Polyclinic, I transferred my care in order to keep working with her. She is an excellent physician.

This doctor was very dismissive and unprofessional. He talked over me, told me to "respect him,"…read moreand treated me like a child. When I came in for nasal surgery, he even said, "I wouldn't be able to make your nose smaller." I left feeling disrespected and unheard.

I've been seeing Dr Maurice for several years now. Every visit is a pleasant experience and I…read morealways feel heard and my concerns are properly addressed. He's an excellent surgeon and has improved my life greatly!

I cancelled an appointment with them. I don't know if the doctor is good or not. The receptionist…read moreis horrible, rude and not professional. Her name is Julie or something. I will never go to this place just because of the inappropriate behavior of the receptionist.

Dr Green worked with my 87 year-old father at Highline Medical Center ER when he had a severe nose…read morebleed. He took time with us every day Dad was in the hospital. He fully explained in layman's terms the issues causing and surrounding the bleed. I felt very comfortable knowing my dad was in such good care. We have at least one follow up appointment with Dr Green soon. We have been very pleased with the staff at Dr Green's office. And Dad is doing very well!

Yesterday with a fever of 101.8, an absist the size of a golfball in my throat, and the flu to top…read moreit off, I road a bus to the Highline medical center ER. Unable to swallow my own saliva, unable to speak, unable to eat, good luck sleeping, and trying not to caugh, I was given a bed first priority. The initial Dr said she was going to call this EMT specialist or something, whatever, it came to be Patrick H McClean, MD. She went on giving me pain, nausea, antibiotics, IV's medications for awhile, I lay there slowly feeling a bit better. After 3 hours I could speak slightly better, but still the absist remained. The lady Dr came in saying she finally spoke with McClean, and he wanted her to give me a steroid for tonight and have me follow up with him in the morning, I honestly didn't want to leave without the operation but he gave me little choice. So in compliance this morning I called his office, and a secretary won't let me speak to him because my insurance isn't covered with his office. The absist remains, this asshole cost me whatever bills I get from last night at the ER, and I still have to go get it taken care of. I know my insurance isn't accepted by his office, but I would never go there even if I did, this is a most unprofessional Emergency Room release I have ever had in my life, and you mcclean owe me probably $1000, and 7 hours of my life back.

I have been going to Patrick McLean for the last 10 years. He has performed 3 necessary surgeries,…read moretonsils, uvula, and sinus on me. Being 40 years old, I had searched for 10 years to find someone to do a tonsillectomy. He is an expert surgeon and a 2nd generation ear nose throat physician. I feel lucky to have found him. The office runs like a well oiled clock, punctual, friendly, etc. I hope this review helps!

Proliance ear nose and throat…read more Accident delayed caused lateness and it took over an hour and half to get there! Then it took another half a hour to get through the building, parking and two elevators!!!! All to be told, come back another day! With a nonchalant attitude! No empathy, understanding or compassion, just plain BLAH! After all the time to get there and another month to reschedule!

Dr. Knapp is a god-send! I have been miserable the last 5-6 years. I couldn't breathe, was coughing…read moreconstantly, couldn't lose my baby weight because I'd go to the gym and be wheezing and have to stop. Probably worst of all were the constant sinus infections, 5-8 infections each year. I was always on antibiotics--the last infection took me through four different antibiotics and none would help. I was referred to Dr. Knapp's office a couple months ago, and he went through my CT scans, did an exam, and determined the root cause of my problems: small cavities, infected tissue that no medication would help, deviated septum, and just very small airways. He gave me lots of options, and also mentioned surgery. I have heard how awful sinus surgery is, but he told me that while he can't guarantee it to cure 100% of my ailments, that it would make my life significantly better. So, I went in a month ago and had turbinate reduction (he took an inch off from one cavity!), removal of the infected tissue and opening of my passageways, as well as a septoplasty. A month after the surgery now, I feel like my entire life has changed. I haven't coughed once! I used to stay up all night coughing, every night. The recovery has had some pretty disgusting parts, but I can't tell you how amazing it is to be able to breath. I only had dissolvable packing, which I heard is the worst part of the recovery, and no bruising at all. He's a miracle worker, and his staff is fantastic: his nurse was always available to me, (he even called me twice on the phone, which I have never heard of a doctor doing before), and his billing staff worked diligently to get my stubborn insurance to cover the cost. Another reassuring point is that I see an amazing doctor for my asthma and allergy issues, and he and Dr. Knapp told me the same things about treatment, ailments, recovery, without ever even talking to each other. I was very impressed that these doctors were on the same page. :) He's amazing!

The front desk staff of the Otolaryngology were pleasant and helpful…read more Dr. Palaskas' nurse was quite smart and competent in her assisting role. Dr. Palaskas seemed like a kind person and had a professional yet very affable demeanor. He seemed up-to-date on new technology pertinent to otology and yet patient with simple ear complaints. Overall, I don't have experience with a complex procedure performed by this physician, but I was nonetheless very impressed by my office visit.

I've visited Dr. Palaskas twice for ear issues. He takes the time necessary to fully understand…read moreyour issues and does his best to resolve them in a way that makes sense for your life and budget. The other nurses and staff were friendly and stayed late to ensure Dr. Palaskas and I got the results of a hearing test I ended up needing, and to help me get some earplugs to use while swimming. I'll be visiting Dr. Palaskas again for a follow up.

Dr Wemple has been voted on of the best rheumatologists in the country and for good reason. I have…read morebeen seeing her for several years after trying 3 different rheumatologists in Seattle. She has the ability to really listen to you and work for you as a provider. The other amazing thing about her is that she is so up to date on all things a great rheumatologist needs to be in a very challenging area of medicine.