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 shows genuine concern and explains everything very well. I feel blessed and thankful he is my doctor.
Telehealth appointment was on time. No waiting. He did an excellent job of going over [...] and explained everything clearly. He listened and responded thoughtfully to my questions.
Dr. Emerson was kind and thoroughly explained my mri results. He answered all my questions very honestly. He patiently explained why my medical problem is best referred to ophthalmology and in no way made me feel like I was wasting his time. I really appreciated that.
We were so impressed by Dr. Emerson. He has a great way about him and was very thorough in describing my condition and the steps to follow. He explained my condition in laymen's terms that we could follow and understand and had us feeling 100% confident in him within 1 minute of meeting him.
Best Dr ever
Very courteous and detailed in explaining care and procedures.
Dr. Sam Emerson was very kind and professional. He listened attentively to my concerns/questions and gave me thorough answers. He was very pleasant and showed that he is a very caring Physician. He also made me feel confident by he being confident himself. He took time to mention what to expect pre and post surgery, and I didn't feel rushed out.
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
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