I'm a physician and wanted to write a review as a patient of Dr. Attaman's this past year. I had been having lower back and sacral pain for about 10 years but due to a busy schedule had never gotten it checked out. I knew it wasn't life threatening and that I didn't need surgery. But just wanted to finally address the pain in as noninvasive means as possible. I was trained in the MD track (as opposed to Dr. Attaman's DO track) and know the limitations of training in my field. We are not taught osteopathic manipulation, and I think the DO training in the musculoskeletal system is in general, stronger. I did see an orthopedic doctor who told me I didn't need surgery, but could not offer much in the way of diagnosis or treatment. So I specifically sought out Dr. Attaman's expertise because of his DO background and further training in anesthesiology and pain management. I wanted someone who was capable of doing osteopathic manipulation, but also aware of the care needed in doing a safe manipulation. I brought my medical records and recent films, and he diagnosed and treated me the same day. I have never had an osteopathic manipulation, but about 75% of my pain was addressed with that first treatment. I like that his treatment options are varied, from physical therapy and massage, up to to injections. I was finally able to go to physical therapy because he was able to diagnose my issue. I can't promise that everyone will have the same results as I did, but I was very pleased with my overall experience with Dr. Attaman. He took the time to make an accurate diagnosis, used precautions by reviewing films, explained to me what he thought the issue was, offered effective and diverse treatment options, and was very professional. His office is very pleasant and staff are also very friendly and extremely helpful. I have since moved from Seattle but wanted to post this because my experience was so positive. Best of luck to Dr. Attaman, his staff, and all his patients. read more

My wife has had long term back pain that felt like her back was on fire. After telling our old Primary Care Physician, she was sent to a pain specialist to see if they could help her. After about 6 appointments with this specialist she still had the same back pain as if it was on fire. After we got a new Primary Care Physician, she sent us to Dr. Attaman to see if he could help. After talking to her, he had determined that she had problems in her hips and her lower back. After doing the procedures on her hips, it was the first time in years that she was able to sleep on her side. Dr. Attaman then started working on her back. After injecting Lidocaine in the nerves in her back to insure that he had the correct nerves, he did the first what he called a Nerve Melt in her right side, she has had no pain and now he has started the left side. I hope that she has the same results as the first. She has use less pain pills and we hope that she will not need them. During the procedures, Dr. Attaman explained everything that he was doing. I was with my wife when she had one of the procedures on her hip and Dr. Attaman explained to me what he was doing and showed me how he guided the needle into the area that he was going to inject the pain medication into. He is one of the first Doctor that I have met over the years that has explained every step he was going to do and he really cares about his patients. I hope when I am not on the road so much, that my Primary Care Physician will send me to him to help with the pain from an on the job injury to my lower back so I don't have to take so many pain pills. I would recommend Dr. Attaman to anyone that has any type of pain, because he is one of the best in the business. read more

AVOID! In short, from my experience: not professional, arrogant, neglect doctor's opinion and don't care about patients in general. Story: I was referred to this clinic by a great orthopedic surgeon for pain treatment options. But Jacky (clinic manager - no MD degree) expressed her feelings:"you are not a good fit and we are declining to schedule you". Maybe Jacky posses 2 MD degrees. Cons: 1. Very long and complicated online registration process (as many clients noticed here - 2 hours) with many not med. related questions. If you miss a few questions - you have to start this 2 hour adventure all over again (from beginning) or you will be declining to schedule (if you miss a few not med. related question eg: do you posses GED, tech. education etc) 2. To schedule simple app-t, this clinic will force you to provide them your personal credit card online (with all the credentials) and you have to sign the agreement that they will use it different ways. 3. Complete silent subjugation is required to make your 1st app-t. Reviews mentioned that unexpected extra cost involved, up sales, not approved treatments, etc - don't know about that. And yes - I filled this 2 hours online form 4 times, offered them my credit card (hope they won't do any fraud with it), pointed that I already have MRI on hands and as a result: get decline to schedule by Jacky (clinic manager). In a phone conversation, Jacky mentioned that I was hesitant to provide online my credit card to them and I didn't answered all the questions on the first try. Result: decline to schedule. The Hippocratic oath is not about you? read more

I was referred by my primary physician to Dr. Attaman after a serious fall. I had arthritis in my lower back, a herniated disc and complete numbness in both of my buttocks and partial lower back and leg. I was in terrible pain. Dr. Attaman performed a rhizotomy on both sides of my lower back. The pain is gone and has not returned this was done in 2011. Because of the arthritis I had suffered lower back pain since my early twenties, after wards no lower back pain. He gave me several steroid injections for the disc to reduce inflammation and I regained some feeling in my buttocks. After these injections the pain subsided in that area. In 2012 I herniated another disc and did require surgery, which I believe will be fine after physical therapy. Dr. Attaman recommended my surgeon, Dr. Jayashree Srinivasan who is the best. After having been a patient at his office for almost 2 years now, I can honestly say he is one of the most caring and compassionate Doctors I have ever seen. His staff was accommodating to our schedule. Dr. Attaman made my husband and I feel as though he was focused on both of us as his patients and would help find the best solutions to our health problems. He is certified in the latest procedures available and will always give the extra effort to ensure his patients are given the best care possible. I recommend Dr. Attaman to anyone who is suffering from pain and needs to find a doctor who can help them. Sincerely, Debra Daniels read more

Dr. Attaman clearly invests in and cares about his patients. He listens attentively to concerns, demonstrates a sincere interest in progress and effectiveness of treatments, and is open minded enough to consider as well as offer alternative/natural approaches. Overall I am very happy. I have been seeing Dr. Attaman for the past few weeks for the treatment of muscular related issues. After diagnosis, Dr. Attaman offered a range of treatment options including both traditional Osteopathic medicine (soft tissue manipulation) as well as western approaches (injections). I opted for the Osteopathic approach as it is more or less natural and side effect free. The results have been excellent. I noticed an immediate improvement after my first session and it's been a constant progression towards resolution since. After meeting with Dr. Attaman a few times for soft tissue manipulation, I commented that I really appreciated the personal attention and approach he takes towards medicine (spending *real* time with patients - not a rushed 15 minutes, listening to and dialoging about concerns, discussing my holistic well being). His response? "Yeah, I am trying to run a different type of practice here." I hope his "different" type of practice becomes "the norm", we could sure use more medical professionals like Dr. Attaman. read more

Dr. Attaman has changed my life, in many ways I feel that he has SAVED my life. I have immune related psoriatic arthritis impacting my spine and osteoarthritis in both knees. I was in so much pain that I often could not function effectively. A large portion of my brain was dedicated to not curling up in a ball and sobbing in pain. The chronic pain was causing severe depression along with impact to my mental acuity. I have a 5 year old son and knowing that I could not physically care for him and engage with him to the full extent that he needs was a massive burden of guilt on my heart. My primary care referred me to Dr. Attaman and I am so thankful he did. Dr. Attaman was able to assess my needs and we moved quickly to treatment, which has brought me well over 90% relief across my multiple trouble areas, with 100% relief in my knees and lumbar spine. He has always treated me with compassion and respect, listening to where I am and offering innovative and comprehensive treatment. His staff has been fantastic to deal with. Their communication is thorough and timely and I have had no issues with insurance billing and prior authorizations. I cannot give enough stars to Dr. Attaman and his staff. I will always be thankful to him for giving me my brain back and for giving me the relief I so desperately needed. read more

Dr. Attaman clearly invests in and cares about his patients. He listens attentively to concerns, demonstrates a sincere interest in progress and effectiveness of treatments, and is open minded enough to consider as well as offer alternative/natural approaches. Overall I am very happy. I have been seeing Dr. Attaman for the past few weeks for the treatment of muscular related issues. After diagnosis, he offered a range of treatment options including both traditional Osteopathic medicine (soft tissue manipulation) as well as western approaches (injections). I opted for the Osteopathic approach as it is more or less natural and side effect free. The results have been excellent. I noticed an immediate improvement after my first session and it's been a constant progression towards resolution since. After meeting with Dr. Attaman a few times, I commented that I really appreciated the personal attention and approach he takes towards medicine (spending *real* time with patients - not a rushed 15 minutes, listening to and dialoging about concerns, discussing my holistic well being). His response? "Yeah, I am trying to run a different type of practice here." I hope his "different" type of practice becomes "the norm", we could sure use more medical professionals like Dr. Attaman. read more

I've been a patient of Dr. Jason Attaman's for over a year. I presented to him in 8/10 pain after 7 cervical and lumbar decompression and plate placement spine surgeries. I'd given up and concluded I would spend the rest of my life in chronic discomfort. No golf, no landscaping, no anything of the activities I love. Then I met Dr. Attaman. His expertise in RFA and advanced pain management techniques makes him the only physician you will ever need. His intervention over the past year has saved my life, given me a future and I will be indebted to him forever. He's simply THE BEST! STAFF SHOUT OUT As a critical care trauma flight officer RN, retired senior naval officer and combat vet, I realize medical and surgical practices require the very best; the most qualified, and the genuinely empathetic to represent the mission of the physician and surgeon. The staff at Dr. Attaman's office; appointments, medical assistant's, and Physican Assistant are the top 1% and they treat me like I was a family member. They email and call me for checkup's and appointment confirmations. think about that...they call the patient. I'm purposefully omitting names because I'm sure to forget someone special. In closing, thank you from the bottom of my heart. You all have changed my future! read more

Dr. Attaman worked wonders for me. I had a series of muscles spasms occur throughout almost 14 years. The spasms would occur when I shivered from the cold, or when I stretched my upper torso too far. Years later, the spasms progressed. Then the spasms triggered after exercise. With the procedure done by Jason G Attaman, not only can I get stretch my upper torso, and exercise, I HAVE MY GOLF SWING BACK! The weather outside was very chilly this winter, and I may have shivered in the cold, and from then on (after procedure), no acute muscle spasms. The spasms used to stop me in my tracks. When the muscle spams triggered, I couldn't move, couldn't breathe, and couldn't talk because the pain was so excruciating. Now, I am pain-free and pain medication-free and steroid-free. I do not need medication of any sort, because the muscle spasms stopped 99.9%. I may have had a little spasm after wards three or four times, BUT they were short-lived (5 seconds long) and never an episode like before (lasted for hours). I lost nearly 20 pounds since the procedure (I went back to exercise), and my bad cholesterol went way down and my good cholesterol went up very high. Finally, want to emphasize, I GOT MY GOLF SWING BACK!!!!!!! read more

I have had ACNES (nerve entrapment syndrome) for 4.5 years and was referred to Dr Attaman by my Pain Specialist @ University of Washington to try a procedure called PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma).After extensive research on Dr Arttaman and the PRP i was extremely excited to give this a try and be pain free. In the past 4 years i have seen COUNTLESS doctors... and of them there are only 3 that i would want to treat me and Dr Attaman is one of those 3. His goal is to help me get rid of my pain and he is doing everything that he can to do this. He is KIND and i truly feel that he cares about ME and not just my disease. Each procedure that i have done he has explained to me and to my family so that we can understand how it will fit in the puzzle to fight my pain. I feel that we are a team together to beat the ACNES and i am not just a number as i have felt @ other clinics. I highly recommend Dr Attman and his staff - Aubrey and Consuela - they are THE BEST!! Oh - and it has only been 8 weeks since starting with Dr Attaman and my pain is already at least 50% better and we are still ealry in the recovery process of the PRP and Injections. SO HAPPY! read more

Dr. Attaman is such a blessing. He takes the time to review the history of what the problem is, prior treatments, and is very thorough and precise in identifying the "pain generators". He then takes the time to map out a specific plan to help and answers all questions. He also does every procedure himself. Even if he is teaching someone else, he does the procedure himself. He is very respectful and mindful of my dignity and treats me as a partner in my healthcare and talks to me not at me. My pain has markedly improved with his help. I have referred several of my coworkers to him. His office does have a policy of not "inviting" patients back who miss an appointment without proper notification. I think this is because he is very much sought after and if you're scheduled for an appointment and don't show then you've taken up space from someone else who could use his help. However, they email and/or call to remind you of the appointment so really, be respectful and responsible and either cancel or show up. I recommend him whole-heartedly! Wonderful doctor to have on your side! . read more

I have dealt with chronic lower back pain for years, worsening within the past 5 years. Having two young kids and wanting a better quality of life, this was not an option for me. After PT from three separate providers, chiropractic care, massage therapy, and pilates I still had pain. I was told from two doctors and a back surgeon that the only way I could relieve my back pain was to have surgery. I was not happy with that answer, so I did a search and found Dr. Attaman. I am SO HAPPY I did. Not only am I pain free, but I can sleep at night, I can walk without limping, and more importantly - keep up with my kids! I feel so fortunate to have found Dr. Attaman and have told my primary about him (along with my entire family and friends). It is so refreshing to have a doctor who truly listens, provides honest advice and suggestions, and has an office assistant who is so organized and quick to return phone calls and e-mail. Even though I always see people in his waiting room, he makes me feel as if I am his only patient. read more

I first saw Dr. Attaman in March 2011 after I had been 'fired' by another Dr. who sent me on my way with a prescription for a tens unit and a reference to see a psychiatrist. It was a hopeless feeling with no viable solution to deal with my chronic pain. I did my research and consulted with several people in the health care field and Dr. Attaman was recommended. My pain stemmed from a combination of issues: arthritis, rotator cuff and a failed disc. Over the past year we have picked off all but the disc. He performed an investigational procedure a few months ago and I am enjoying, on average, about a 60 percent reduction in disc pain. Some days more than others. But for the most part, I can do some light yard work and enjoy some of the activities I used to do without 'paying' for it for weeks after. I have come a long way in the past 18 months and I am better today than I was 2 years ago. Dr. Attaman has treated me with respect and understanding and has not been dismissive of my condition. I highly recommend him. read more

Dr. Attaman treated a 10-year-old injury in my shoulder, which had never been correctly diagnosed. During my first appointment, he went over my history with me very carefully. We not only discussed my shoulder, but also my sleep quality and general quality of life. I didn't know that my poor sleep for the past 5 years could contribute so much to my pain levels. He then did an Ultra Sound exam on my shoulder himself and showed me where there was a tear...no other practitioners had spoken of doing any X-ray, MRI or Ultra Sound...so they had been treating me incorrectly - never allowing my shoulder to fully heal. Dr. Attama gave me choices and options for treatment, which was very refreshing. When it came time for him to do an injection in my shoulder, he was so kind and reassuring that any "needle phobia" I have, was calmed. I returned for 2 more injections and enjoyed long stretches without pain. And, after 10 years of living with this injury, I now know exactly what it is - and how to take care of the pain during a flair-up. read more

I went to Dr. Attaman because my tendons and ligaments were stretched from an accident that occured more than 40 years ago. The result is that my ulna bone in my left wrist slides out unexpectedly from time to time, sending me in agonizing pain to the emergency room where I have to be anesthestized before they put it back in its socket. I hear that Dr. Attaman did a fairly new therapy where he injects your own red platelets into the affected area and that, in turn, can help tighten the loose ligaments and tendons. I had the procedure done in January of this year. There's no telling if everything has tightened enough to prevent another dislocation but, for now, all is well. The reason I'm writing this review is that Dr. Attaman and his staff were very friendly, compassionate, and accomodating. They tried very hard to make me feel comfortable and answer my many questions. I would definitely recommend Dr. Attaman to anyone who wanted to have the procedure I did, or who needed assistance with pain management of any type. read more

I am a physician anesthesiologist who has suffered from chronic pain for several years. I have seen many doctors who have not been able to put a complete picture together of my various pain issues. I feel so fortunate that my internist sent me to see Dr. Attaman. He is so thorough in taking a complete medical history, doing a thorough physical exam, and ordering appropriate diagnostic tests to aid him in evaluating a patient's problems. His bedside manner is excellent. He is compassionate and takes time to explain everything. He asks the patient if he/she understands. He is excellent at injections. I have gotten so much relief already. Unfortunately, many physicians today seem to have lost the art of the practice of medicine. The true meaning of the Hippocratic Oath seems to be disappearing. That is why Dr. Attaman is such a gem and a find for any patient with chronic pain issues. He is kind as well as clinically excellent. I would say he is the best physician I have ever had take care of me. read more

I have been a patient of Dr. Attaman's since November of 2010. Due to a fall down my stairs I was severely injured. I was numb in both of my buttocks and lower back. I also was in extreme pain. Dr. Attaman performed procedures on my back which relieved my lower back pain. He was sensitive to my individual needs and explained the procedures thoroughly. He answered any questions my husband and I had. I have had lower back pain since my early 20's. I now have no lower back and are able resume my normal activities. Dr. Attaman has been a wonderful doctor. I feel better than I ever have and now have a very optimistic outlook in regards to a full recovery from my accident. I would enthusiastically recommend him as a Doctor. If you need help and are in pain he is the Doctor to see. He also is just a very nice and caring person. His staff is great, Aubrey handled all the appointments and insurance paperwork. She worked with us to make appointments and procedures as convenient as possible. read more

After many years of back pain, I finally got a GOOD dr who sent me to see Dr Attaman. I had tried everything from chiropractors to physical therapy and everything in between. After seeing Dr Attaman, he diagnosed me with arthritis of my lower back. I have since had 2 rhizotomy's on both sides of my lower back and am mostly pain free. I am able to hike and do all the things I could do before, but was nearly immobile after doing them. Now after I hike, I can drive home and get right outta the car and walk into the house....whereas before, after getting home from a hike, I could barely get outta the car, was unable to bring any of my gear into the house, all I could do was come in and lay flat on the floor for a while. It was awful!!! Now things are fantastic!!! I have climbed Mt St Helens this summer and climbed to Camp Muir on Rainier!!! Thanks Dr Attaman!!! :-) read more

I have observed Jason Attaman treat my wife for a year and am very impressed with his expertise, medical knowledge, professionalism and patient care and caring. He listens to his patients, answers questions in clear and understanding way, and provides the attention and care they need. He truly loves his patients and cares about them as individuals too. With a nurse and 3 doctors in our family, I know and understand what good doctors are and can do. In my book, Jason is clearly in a league of his own. You will be very happy to have him as your doctor, as indicated by his repeat business, referrals and patients willing to pay for his services out of their own pockets, even when they have medical coverage under their regular medical coverage plans. Simply put, Jason is the best of the best. giving his patients the care and caring they deserve, need and want. read more