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
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Languages
- English
Patient Ratings and Reviews
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Dr. LIem [...] made me feel very comfortable.
Dr. Liem was just fantastic! He was very thorough and answered all of my questions.
Dr. Liem was very patient and courteous in listening carefully to my lengthy explanation of all my issues that were causing pain, and he provided an excellent solution[...] Many thanks!
Appreciate Dr. Liem's responsiveness to see me the same day I called the clinic. X-rays we ordered immediately and he saw me when the results were ready. He is professional, courteous and expert in his medical field.
Dr. Liem has been informative and patient with me since 2016. I trust him and respect him greatly. [...]
Dr Liem always does a great job explaining everything and diagnosing my situation.
Dr. Liem is an intelligent, efficient communicator with a easy going style and confidence that make him an exceptional provider. The experience from reception to exit was excellent - just what one would expect from UW sports medicine. Thank you!
No suggestions. Dr. Liem is the best.
No other suggestions. EVERYONE was excellent
Dr Liem was great. I appreciated how he explained my issue to me. It was a very positive experience.
*Brian C. Liem, MD did a very thorough job of explaining my condition in terms I could understand and showed a great deal of care and compassion to me as a patient.
The entire team was outstanding. I really appreciated my first visit to this clinic and the physician was excellent and provided all of my treatment options. I am very thankful for my visit and physician experience.
Dr. Leim and all of the staff at the Stadium are awesome
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