Estell J. Williams M.D.

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Estell J. Williams M.D.
Medical Specialties
- General surgery
- Hernia repair
- Gastrointestinal (GI) dietary disorders
Locations
General Surgery Clinic at UW Medical Center - Montlake
Meet the Provider
Languages
- English
Patient Ratings and Reviews
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Estell established herself as a teustworthy provider very early on by acknowledging that BMI is not indicative of health. She also showed me my CT images from the ED a week prior--something none of my other providers have done
Dr. Williams was excellent in all respects. I greatly appreciated her personable and educational approach.
Estelle is superb. I am thrilled to have her be the one to perform my surgery.
Dr. Estelle Williams was extremely thoughtful and considerate during my exam---explaining gently every steip of the procedure. Her explanation of my problem and her suggestion of her recommendation was very clear. She listened carefully to me and took my feelings into consideration. She is a top notch doctor in every way and I would recommend her to other people.
Very professional, kind, intelligent and answered all my questions.Dr. Williams always makes me feel that we are in this together. And that is a wonderful safe feeling. [...]
Unfortunately getting in to this clinic as a new patient was quite a wait but my experience otherwise was outstanding. I felt heard, valued and my concerns addressed. I left very impressed. I would recommend Dr. Williams as an incredibly good choice with the added bonus of clear empathy and concern for her patients. I feel very fortunate to have been assigned to her.
Dr. Williams really enjoys her job. Very good doctor with warm human.
Very knowledgeable and friendly
The Dr listened to my issues, asked questions and discussed her concerns. I finally felt heard and that there was hope that something would be done about my situation! Thank you Dr. Williams!
She was so lovely and made me feel so comfortable. That's the big thing feeling comfortable, I was really nervous going into the appointment.
Excellent provider, very personable and showed genuine concern about my health.
Dr. Williams was incredibly helpful in explaining my condition clearly both verbally and visually on my CT Scan so that I could understand and she answered all of my questions.
*Dr. Williams was awesome! Even though she was not the appropriate surgeon for my needs, she coordinated with other physician to get me to right doctor. Very pleased with my experience.
Dr Williams is the best doctor I've ever had
Dr Williams has done a previous operation on me and I have always been impressed by her professionalism and her positive attitude.
Very knowledgeable
About Estell J. Williams
Estell Williams, M.D., is a board-certified general surgeon, an Assistant Professor of Surgery, and Executive Director of the Doctor For A Day outreach program through the UW School of Medicine.
Dr. Williams specializes in open and laparoscopic procedures including cholecystectomy, appendectomy, bowel resection, splenectomy, peritoneal dialysis (PD) catheter placement, and hernia repairs for umbilical, incisional, and inguinal hernias. Dr. Williams also has expertise in the treatment of benign anorectal diseases such as hemorrhoids and fissures, as well as skin conditions such as lipomas, epidermoid cysts, sebaceous cysts, and hidradenitis. Dr. Williams is an advocate for increasing access to quality, well-informed surgical care that will improve the overall well-being of all patients. She takes pride in helping patients carefully plan their needed surgery.
Dr. Williams research interests include health disparities within surgical disease, STEM education and healthcare outreach programming. She is also passionate about resident and medical student education and is actively involved in medical school education, serving as a mentor and educator. She directs an outreach program through the School of Medicine that works with medical students, residents, and attendings to provide underserved K-12 students in the Seattle and Greater Seattle area exposure to medicine and surgery.
Personal Interests
In her free time she enjoys baking or trying new recipes, traveling to explore new things, taking dance classes including Afro-Brazilian and Tap dance and raising her 2-year old daughter and 14-year old niece.
Education and Training
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UW - Dept. of General SurgeryResidency, 2018, General SurgeryUW - Dept. of General SurgeryInternship, 2014, General SurgeryUniversity of Washington School of MedicineMedical Education, 2013
Board Certifications
- Surgery, 2020, American Board of Surgery