James C. Vary M.D., Ph.D.

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James C. Vary M.D., Ph.D.
Medical Specialties
- Dermatology
- Telehealth services
Locations
Languages
- English
Patient Ratings and Reviews
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[...] was very helpful with BX procedures. Dr Vary was excellent
My interactions with Dr. Vary, his interns and his nurses have always been top flight.
Dr. Vary is a treasure. He Is intelligent, knowledgeable, professional, and thorough, and at all times friendly and open; he explains things well, provides options as appropriate, and evinces real concern for the patient's health. I consider myself to have him as my dermatologist.
Doctor Vary is an outstanding doctor.
Dr. Vary is an excellent physician with a great "bedside manner" and I am extremely fortunate to have him as my dermatologist.
Dr Vary is very thorough and informed, and has correctly diagnosed me with various conditions. I trust him.
Dr. Vary is a fantastic teacher. He explains things well, and I learn something new every time I see him.
Thorough skin cancer screen as well as a rash I was concerned about. Having your entire naked body closely examined is not easy but Dr. Vary was wonderful and explained everything he was seeing and what it means.He explained my rash was likely how my body was reacting to another issue entirely. He assured me it's very easily treatable and suggested "affordable and covered by my insurance" medications. He ordered it from my pharmacy and all the notes were added to the "my chart"app which I love.
EXCELLENT CARE TEAM, I couldn't ask for any better
Dr. Vary Is such a friendly professional and makes everybody feel quite at ease And in expert hands
Dr. Vary is very professional, friendly, and a great listener.
Dr. Vary is always very through in his examination. And deliberate in treatment provided.
My first visit with Dr. Vary (my previous Dermatologist was [...]). He was excellent!
Dr. Vary is a pleasure to deal with.
[...] Dr. Vary, as always, was thorough, considerate, very helpful, and highly skilled.
Took my concerns seriously and took time to listen me, discuss prior treatments and treatments moving forward.
Dr.Vary and his staff are terrific.I could not hope for better treatment.
Dr. Is one of the better doctors. He explains everything, empathizes with my health issues, and is always super nice person
Everyone was great but Dr. Vary the best
Dr. Vary and staff are professional, courteous, and provide the BEST healthcare.
Dr. Vary is an exceptional physician, and I am fortunate to be his patient.
Dr. Vary [...] He was kind and professional.
Dr. Vary was very good explained everything well & very professional.
Dr. Vary is the best! He has the underlying expertise and he listens & considers everything he hears.
It was a very good experience with Dr. Vary he was so warm/kind and very compassionate, he explained everything about my condition and the proposed treatment I will be going throughI can feel his sincerity which I truly appreciate as a patient and it means/helps a lot. He's doing a great job as a doctor.
I experience Dr Vary to be friendly, interested, and knowledgeable
Dr Vary is excellent- his bedside manner, his explanation of medical care and his follow up.
Dr. Vary is a great doctor! He's friendly and very informative, he listens well and explains things in a very understandable way. I would absolutely recommend him to my friends and family for care.
Dr Vary is an excellent doctor. He is very thorough, smart and friendly. His assistant for the day, [...] did a good job as well.
The doctor I see is a dermatologist and I usually see him only once a year. I always look forward to our visits because he is so pleasant in addition to being so professional and knowledgeable. He's the reason I rate this last visit so highly. Showing a little personality and caring goes a long way.
Dr Vary is the best!
Dr Vary was excellent.
Dr. Vary is one of the most thorough doctors I've ever had. Easy to understand, he tells you what, why and what you need to do as t home. Also very personable.
Excellent Doctor and staff!
Dr Vary was the best! I'd recommend him to everyone
Dr. Vary is excellent. He listens, tells me what he's going to do, and follows up afterwards with clear explanations.
Dr. Vary had clearly taken the time to learn something about me and my dermatological history. He was quite responsive to my questions and concerns, and arranged for a consultation with another provider. He showed detailed knowledge of the risks and benefits of a possible treatment for a second issue, and helped me make an informed decision. If possible, I would have rated my experience as "excellent", not just "very good"!
Dr J Vary is knowledgeable, explains exam process, diagnoses, and potential treatments very well. He also takes time, but not too much, for pleasant chit chat. Always pauses to give me time to process info and ask questions. Easily 5/5 stars.
[...] Dr. Vary has been very patient and thorough.
Awesome doc!
Dr Vary, the provider was as usual & expected focused on my care. friendly & professional.
I appreciate Dr. Vary's willingness to consider all the issues I presented [...] so my concerns were handled in a timely way.
I love Dr. Vary and his staff. Been a patient for years and years.
Dr Vary is always thorough, lucid and and friendly.
Dr. Vary was great. He obviously knows his stuff and is easy to talk to. I never felt rushed or felt like he was trying to rush. He was through and very timely.
Dr. Vary continues to provide exceptional care!
If Dr Vary is not the best doctor I've ever had he is close. Smart informed able easy manner diligent and highly skilled. What a package!!!
Exemplary.
Dr. J Vary was the ideal combination of being personable and being a good practitioner which is exactly what each patient needs in a healthcare provider. That is not frequently encountered these days especially due to the current model of healthcare delivery, but he delivered it with apparent ease. It was a breath of fresh air.
After over 20 years of skin issues, the U.W. Dermatology clinic is my shelter in the storm. Dr. Vary is a huge part of this. His skill and knowledge are exceptional.
About James C. Vary
Jay Vary, M.D., Ph.D. is a board-certified physician and Director of Clinical Operations for the Division of Dermatology. He is also a UW Associate Professor of Dermatology and Medicine.
Dr. Vary is interested in general medical dermatology as well as teaching the next generation of dermatologists. He has a specific interest in educating patients about their own skin and skin diseases. Through patient education, he hopes to empower individuals to take command of their own medical care, whenever possible.
Dr. Vary earned his M.D. and Ph.D. at the UW.
Personal Interests
In his free time Dr. Vary enjoys camping and carpentry.
Education and Training
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UW - Division of DermatologyResidency, 2009, DermatologyVirginia Mason Medical CenterInternship, 2006, Internal MedicineUniv. of Washington, School of MedicineMedical education, 2005
Board Certifications
- Dermatology, 2009, American Board of Dermatology