Sam Emerson, MD, PhD
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Sam Emerson, MD, PhD
Medical Specialties
- Neurosurgery
- Skull base tumors
Locations
Neurological Surgery Clinic at UW Medical Center - Montlake
Alvord Brain Tumor Center at UW Medical Center - Montlake
Meet the Provider
Languages
- English
Patient Ratings and Reviews
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Dr Emerson & team are the BEST. I couldn't have been happier with the procedure. I was treated Great.
Entire staff acted in a professional manner and was very pleasant. Dr. Emerson explained the results of my recent MRI procedure in a manner I could understand. The folks at the front desk were very friendly.
Very comfortable experience felt I would always be in great hands with Dr. Emerson
Dr. Emerson was outstanding. He was very receptive to my concerns, and gladly answered all my questions. He was also thorough while explaining the MRI results. He mentioned options and guided me how to proceed. He is very professional.
I felt I was a participant in the decision to proceed.
Dr. Emerson got right to the point and included me in his plan to treat my condition. He answered my questions and included me in the reasons why he picked this particular treatment plan. Dr. Emerson is kind and easy to talk to. I feel well cared for by him.
[...] Dr. Emerson answered all the questions I asked. It was a very nice visit.
Dr Emerson was thorough, explained the concerns, clarified, and stopped to make sure I understood. I felt heard.
I felt heard and seen by the providers I saw. They were very thorough in explaining everything and provided excellent, skilled, compassionate care.
Dr Emerson is the best! Very caring and explains things well.
He answered all of my questions & showed concern for my condition
Dr. Emerson was so patient [...]
He did not explain the risks for this surgery.
Everyone there was extremely kind. Dr. Emerson seemed to be a very compassionate.
About Samuel Emerson
Sam Emerson, MD, PhD is a board-eligible neurosurgeon specializing in brain tumors. Dr. Emerson believes the relationship between patient and surgeon matters most in navigating a brain tumor diagnosis that often brings uncertainty. It is important that patients know they are not alone in dealing with this problem.
Dr. Emerson's primary clinical interests include skull base tumors, primary brain tumors, metastases, clinical trials. He is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurological Surgery at the University of Washington School of Medicine.
Personal Interests
Dr. Emerson enjoys photography, watching USC football and spending time with his wife and daughter.
Education and Training
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Brigham and Women's HospitalFellowship, 2022UW - Dept. of NeurosurgeryResidency, 2021University of Washington School of MedicineMedical Education, 2014Univ. of Washington, School of MedicinePh.D, 2012