Brian C. Liem, MD, RMSK, FAAPMR
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Brian C. Liem, MD, RMSK, FAAPMR
Medical Specialties
- Sports medicine
- Physical medicine and rehabilitation
- Musculoskeletal medicine
- Spine care
Locations
Languages
- English
Patient Ratings and Reviews
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The resident I initially saw was excellent as was Dr. Liem.
I would highly recommend Dr. Liem, he was knowledgeable, personable and put me very much at ease.
I have recommended Dr Liem to many friends and associates.
I appreciate how Dr. Liem explained the mechanics of my problem and was patient and honest about risks. I also I appreciate that he approached the problem from different angles, suggesting other treatment and activities I could try. I felt like he was partner in my healing journey.
Dr. Liem is always caring, thoughtful, and a good listener
Dr Liem is incredibly thorough and informs every step of the way through exams and procedures while remaining personal and relaxed.
Dr Liem is fantastic!
I was very impressed by Dr. Brian Liem. This was my first visit with him (my former Dr. Left/moved from the practice). He was very knowledgeable, friendly and explained my options clearly.
Dr.Brian is very good and easy to understand and follow, I like him
The doctor was friendly and attentive
The Dr was professional and understanding. Answered all my questions and was very through
Doctor was very understanding of my condition.
Dr. Liem is great! He truly listens and explains everything.
Dr. Liem was wonderful! Lots of clear info, thorough, efficient, [...] discussed every option for care and was very concerned about me and the process going forward.
He talked really really fast. I felt rushed and it made it difficult to understand and process what he was saying.
Dr. Liem is excellent. Every time.
Dr. Liem is very good explaining concepts with visual aids, checking in repeatedly to make sure I understand what's going on and to see if I have questions. I've seen many doctors in my lifetime and I would rate him the best at patient interaction and explaining things so they are easy to understand. He's also very good, including the patient in the discussion and decision making. He could teach a master class on effective Dr/ patient interaction.
I have total confidence in Dr. Brian Liem and his team. I have been seeing him for a number of years and highly recommend him to anyone who needs care.
Dr. Leim [...] showed concern for my comfort and regularly checked in to make sure I understood what was happening.
Dr. Liem is very thorough and always checks to see how I am doing
About Brian C. Liem
Brian Liem, MD, RMSK, FAAPMR, is a board-certified physician at the Sports Medicine Center at Husky Stadium and a UW Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine. He is board-certified in both Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine. He holds a certification in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound (RMSK), attesting to proficiency in diagnostic and interventional ultrasound procedures.
He serves as the Associate Program Director of the PM&R Sports Medicine Fellowship. He is a team physician for Ballard High School and is actively volunteers at community sporting events. Dr. Liem believes in a collaborative approach to patient, providing education about conditions and evidence-based treatment options. He is a big proponent of utilizing medical technology such as Musculoskeletal Ultrasound to enhance care.
Dr. Liem's clinical interests include the non operative management of musculoskeletal and sports injuries, tendon and ligament injuries, and regenerative treatments such as PRP and Tenex.
Awards:
- Seattle Met Magazine, Top Doctor
- Seattle Magazine, Top Doctor
- Castle and Connolly Top Doctor
- Outstanding Teaching Award, UW School of Medicine
His research interests include musculoskeletal ultrasound, regenerative medicine and tendinopathy. Dr. Liem earned his M.D. from New York University School of Medicine.
Personal Interests
Dr. Liem spends his free time hiking, biking, and jogging.
Education and Training
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UW - Dept. of Orthopaedics & Sports MedicineFellowship, 2013, Sports MedicineMcGaw Medical Center of NorthwesternResidency, 2012, Physical Medicine & RehabilitationVirginia Mason Medical CenterInternship, 2009, Internal MedicineNew York University SOM-Ofc. of Registration & Students RecordsMedical education, 2008
Board Certifications
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, 2013, American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehab
- Sports Medicine, 2013, American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehab