Andrea Kussman, MD, CAQSM
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Andrea Kussman, MD, CAQSM
Medical Specialties
- Family medicine
- Sports medicine
Locations
Languages
- English
Patient Ratings and Reviews
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Andrea Kussman MD was outstanding. I can hardly wait to see her for my follow up. She prescribed six weeks of physical therapy 2 x a week. She carefully examined/described the x-ray results and had the images on her computer monitor for me to view.
Dr. Kussman was kind, considerate, and patiently answered my questions.
Dr kussman is terrific
Dr Kussman is a very caring and knowledgeable practitioner.
[...]. Dr Kussmam was lovely as well-very compassionate and clear about next steps.
Dr. Kussman was compassionate, very skilled and engaged. She gave an easy-to-understand explanation about the potential cause of [...]. And she worked well with the resident who saw me first. Very effective and efficient appointment. Thank you!
Dr. Kussman was very helpful and pragmatic, first helping establish a firm assessment of my condition through ultrasound, etc, and then offering multiple ways of dealing with my Achilles tendon issues, inlcuding possible therapeutic alternatives and various stretching and PT exercises.
Really excellent, felt very listened to and recommendations were clearly explained.
Dr. Kussman provided excellent care. She answered my question thouroughly.
I LOVE Dr. Kussman. Andrea was thorough, took my concerns seriously, discussed the cons so I could make an informed decision, and NEVER ONCE dismissed my symptoms as a common complaint of pregnancy as they were impeding my quality of life. From a procedural standpoint, it was very efficient and comfortable experience. I felt Improvement Immediately. She also ensured my and my baby's safety by noting abnormal vitals and directly contacting my midwives; which is helping me with an early intervention for preeclampsia. I came in for tendonitis.
Dr. Kussman is always fantastic and the resident that day was wonderful as well
Excellent care, instructions, really liked clinic and Dr K. Will be back.
Dr. Kussman and [...] (Intern) were amazing. Dr. Kussman listened to my concerns and readily came up with a solution. She was very compassionate and made it clear to me, to call her should the pain return [...]. I'm so glad I was able to meet with Dr. Kussman, it's been months since I was out of pain. [...]
Really appreciated the thoroughness and thoughtfulness shown by Dr. Kussman and the PA who checked me in.
Andrea was phenomenal in her evaluation and proposed treatment plan.
Dr. Kussman anticipated most of the questions I had and gave clear responses and explanations. She gave me 4 options of treatment and allowed me to choose the one that was the best option for me.
Very good, dedicated and professional
About Andrea Lynn Kussman
Andrea Kussman, MD, CAQSM is an Associate Professor in the Department of Family Medicine, and is board certified in Sports Medicine and Family Medicine. Dr. Kussman is passionate about helping people of all ages to remain physically active and pursue their wellness goals. She takes a collaborative approach to the care of her patients, getting to know each of them and partnering to find solutions for their health concerns.
Dr. Kussman is particularly interested in preventing and treating sports injuries, bone health, mental health in athletes, care of endurance athletes, and supporting women’s physical activity across their lifespans. This includes an interest in menstrual dysfunction in athletes, exercise during pregnancy, return to exercise postpartum, and eating disorders in athletes. She has published research in several of these areas. She is the Associate Director of Female Athlete and Bone Health Research and Co-Chair of the Wellness Health and Energy Availability Team with UW Athletics. She is skilled in using ultrasound for diagnostic and procedural purposes, including ultrasound-guided injections such as platelet-rich plasma or hyaluronic acid.
Education and Training
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UCLA - Sports Medicine ProgramFellowship, 2017, Sports MedicineUCLA - Family Medicine ResidencyResidency, 2016, Family MedicineUCLA - Family Medicine ResidencyResidency, 2015, Family MedicineUniv. of Michigan SOMMedical Education, 2012
Board Certifications
- Sports Medicine, 2017, American Board of Family Medicine
- Family Medicine, 2015, American Board of Family Medicine