Ny-Ying Lam, MD

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Ny-Ying Lam, MD
Medical Specialty
- Physical medicine and rehabilitation
Locations
Rehabilitation Medicine Clinic at UW Medical Center - Montlake
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Patient Ratings and Reviews
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I felt Dr Lam listened to me carefully and showed real concern in wanting to help me with my struggles, I didn't feel weird or ashamed about having trouble with my difficulties and it helped a lot to open up about it instead of trying to act like everything was ok
Dr. Lam is Great, all of rehab group are
Dr. Lam and the FND rehab team were so understanding about my specific issues that stem from my condition. They were thorough during the exam and in explaining the program.
Dr. Lam is an amazing physician, I've been with her for years and am very impressed with her.
Dr. Lam is an excellent diagnostician.
Dr. Lam is an amazing doctor, very professional, great personality and I love having her as my care provider!!
I was informed every step the Dr's were taking as we went
Dr. Lam is a rare professional who specializes in post polio syndrome and she knows her stuff!
It was very easy to talk with her and it was clear that what I said was important to her.
DR. LAM IS AN AMAZING INDIVIDUAL AND PHYSICIAN! I HAVE SEEN HER FOR SEVERAL YEARS AND TRUST HER IMPLICITLY.
Doctor made sure we were ask about which areas might need more [treatment] and she always explains where and why she intends to administer tge injections and makes sure we agree.
A very caring Doctor. Listens and documents well.
Excellent experience. Dr. Lam and Resident were both very professional and informative. They listened and answered my questions. Dr. Lam well experienced regarding post-polio syndrome. I feel I have a good team with her and my OT.
Dr. Lam very thorough during the consultation.
Dr. Lam is excellent!!
Dr. Lam was amazing.
Dr. Lam explained things so well, I didn't have questions about her information or instructions; when I did have question of my own that I brought up, she thoughtfully answered my questions so well. She listened carefully to my questions and and considered my reasoning; I very much appreciated her for her careful respectful listening and wisdom, and Knowledge. I definitely would recommend Dr. Lam for these reasons. She has my respect!!!
Considering that there is no cure for my condition [...], the physician did more than I would have expected.
Very good experience, friendly and in my language very good thanks
Very intelligently focused and professional.
Provider seemed to be in a bit of a rush for the majority of the appointment.
Dr. Lam is amazing, I really enjoy and value seeing her
Dr. Ny-Ying Lam is: astute, ready, easy to talk with, wonderfully knowledgeable, good energy, confident, and gave me confidence because she Listens understands, has deeply studied and such appreciation of excellence in her Craft, and it shows such: happiness In her ability to make a difference: can see clearly, Impart more knowledge, appreciates her Patients, has patience. Finally, I Am so very very appreciative.
About Ny-Ying Lam
Ny-Ying Lam, MD, is a board-certified physiatrist and Associate Professor of Rehabilitation Medicine at UW School of Medicine. Dr. Lam is the Service Chief of Rehabilitation Medicine at UW Medical Center, Medical Director of intrathecal baclofen pump therapy, and Director of Consultative Services at the University of Washington Medical Center - Montlake.
In her practice, Dr. Lam focuses on helping patients achieve a functional and fulfilling life. She enjoys assisting patients in achieving their goals, no matter how big or small. Her clinical interests include neurorehabilitation (brain injury and stroke), cerebral palsy, post-polio rehabilitation, and spasticity management.
Personal Interests
Dr. Lam enjoys hiking and spending time outdoors during her free time.
Education and Training
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McGaw Medical Center of NorthwesternResidency, 2015, Physical Medicine and RehabilitationUniversity of Maryland Medical CenterInternship, 2012, Internal MedicineEmory UniversityMedical education, 2011
Board Certifications
- Brain Injury Medicine, 2018, American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehab
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, 2016, American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehab