Douglas S. Paauw M.D.
Medical Specialties
- HIV care
- Internal medicine
Locations
General Internal Medicine Center at UW Medical Center – Roosevelt
Languages
- English
Patient Ratings and Reviews
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Dr Paauw is the best doctor anywhere!! He's very knowledgeable and yet listens to my concerns.
As a physician myself, I can recognize that Dr.Paauw is a great doc.
Dr. Paauw listened carefully to my health concerns and to my responses to his questions. He created plenty of space for me to ask as many questions as I wanted to ask. We discussed my care plan and my active role in it. And he Identified for me the three main changes in my health that would trigger a more aggressive care plan. I have full confidence that my health is in good hands with Dr. Paauw. He's an excellent doctor with an exceptional bedside manner.
Always great experience with Dr Paauw!
Excellent in listening and explains recomendations
Dr Douglas Paauw is an amazing physican. He is extremely patient, thorough and instructive.
Doug Paauw is amazing called me with my results promptly arranged a clinic visit within days. He is wonderful and so knowledgeable
Dr. Paauw is a fantastic Doctor, [...]
Dr. Paauw is simply the best. He listens, cares, advises, takes his time to address every concern. I trust him completely.
[...] and Dr. Paauw were very thorough and informative in my health care process.
Dr. Paauw is a very thoughtful, kind, caring physician who takes his time with his patients and it's very much appreciated.
Dr. Paauw is the best Doctor I have ever seen. And I have seen a lot!
Dr. Paauw is the most incredible physician I've ever had.
Dr. Paauw was Inquisitive and diligent about investigating the problem I saw him for. He's got a very caring demeanor. He reached out to me immediately after lab results were posted with a follow up plan. I've seen lots of doctors over the years and his medical knowledge is unparalleled. Top notch!
I have extreme confidence in Dr Paauw and find his knowledge and explanation beyond compare!
Excellent visit with nurse and doctor Paauw.
Dr. Paauw is the best!!
Dr. Paauw is always amazing [...]
Doctor was very thorough, in his discussion. [...]
Dr.Paauw has been my primary physician for many years and I think he is wonderful. He always provides helpful information and shows sincere concern for my well-being. I am always impressed with his depth of knowledge. I am grateful for his care.
Dr Paauw is the best of best!
Excellent care. Dr Douglas S. Paauw has been my physician for several years now. My health has improved since coming to see Dr. Paauw at UW Medicine. I'm feel I have expert care and guidance with Dr. Paauw and the medical students in the Virology Clinic where I have interacted at UW Medicine.
Very good service Exteme level of caring
Dr. Paauw is fabulous! He cares about his patients and doesn't rush the appointments
Doug Paauw provided an excellent experience.
Great Experience and all parties including the Student were more than attentive and helpful! Dr Paauw of course is amazing!
BEST DOCTOR ANYBODY COULD HAVE
Dr. Paauw always treats me with such care and concern. Explaining everything well and making sure I understand. [...]
Dr Paauw was outstanding as always
Dr. Pauuw is outstanding. Always has been.
Dr Paauw, & student showed great professionalism & concern as well providing solutions to my concerns!
Dr Paauw is an excellent doctor. Good communication, experienced, knowledgeable, and caring. He has given me trusted advice over many years.
No better drs. than Doug Paauw & his students.
Dr Paauw is a remarkable physician. I am honored to be his patient.
I've been a patient of Doug Paauw for over [...] years, and I feel deep gratitude for his depth of knowledge, compassion, resourcefulness, and intelligence. I'm sure he's a major part of the good health that I enjoy. I rue the day when he retires. I can't imagine ever finding a PCP that I like and respect as much as Dr.Paauw. He is also exceptionally generous and encouraging to the students who I see under his guidance.
Dr. Paauw is always patient to answer all my questions and always shows genuine care and concern for me and what is going on in my life.
Dr. Paauw is the best primary-care doctor I've ever had.
Dr. Paauw is always attentive, listens and communicates well.
I love Dr. Paauw. He was my mothers' physician and now he continues to take care of me. I trust and have the most confidence in his medical knowledge in all that pertains to my health.
Dr. Paauw is the best!!
Doctor Paauw is exactly what you hope for when looking for a Doctor
Outstanding service and very high quality care
Dr. Paauw is AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I appreciate Dr Paauw and his concern and expertise!
Dr Paauw is so personable. I feel very fortunate to have him as my provider
Outstanding medical care. Just disappointed that the doctor is so busy that my next appointment is a month past when I am suppose to be seen next. But understandable because Dr Paauw is so good.
Dr. Paauw is a wonderful doctor. I am so very glad I transferred my care from the Polyclinic/now Optum to UW Medicine and Dr. Paauw.
Outstanding clinician and humanitarian.
Dr. Paauw as always is engaged and focused on me and my issues. I always feel heard, cared for, and treated!
Dr Paauw always listens very carefully to my concerns, I never feel rushed during my visits with him. I am blessed to have him as my doctor.
About Douglas S. Paauw
Douglas Paauw, M.D., is a board certified physician at the General Internal Medicine and Virology clinics at UWMC-Roosevelt, the UW’s Rathmann Family Foundation Endowed Chair in Patient-Centered Clinical Education and a UW professor of General Internal Medicine. He is also director of the UW Medical Student Program.
Dr. Paauw enjoys getting to know his patients and providing personalized comprehensive care. He feels his role is to help educate patients, listen to their needs and together work on appropriate goals and treatments.
Dr. Paauw earned his M.D. at the University of Michigan. His clinical and research interests include primary care of patients with HIV disease and sarcoidosis.
Personal Interests
In his free time Dr. Paauw enjoys softball, basketball, professional sports and travel.
Education and Training
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Univ. of Michigan Medical SchoolMedical education, 1985UW - Division of General Internal MedicineResidencyUW - Division of General Internal MedicineInternship
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine, 1988, American Board of Internal Medicine