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Dr. Philip Downer, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
3.9 (65)
Map Pin Small Seattle, WA
Accepting new patients
28 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Philip Downer, MD

Dr. Philip Downer, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Seattle, WA. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 28 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from Memorial University of Newfoundland Faculty of Medicine and is affiliated with Swedish Ballard Campus. Patients rated Dr. Downer an average 3.9 star rating.

Dr. Downer works at Orthopedic Specialists Of Seattle in Seattle, WA. They frequently treat conditions like Osteoarthritis of Hip along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Downer's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Seattle Orthopedic Surgery Center
    2409 N 45th St, Seattle, WA 98103 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (206) 633-8100
  2. 2
    Orthopedic Specialists of Seattle
    5350 Tallman Ave NW Ste 500, Seattle, WA 98107 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (206) 784-8833

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  • Swedish Ballard Campus

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Arthritis of the Elbow Chevron Icon
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Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head Chevron Icon
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Bursitis Chevron Icon
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Bursitis of Hip Chevron Icon
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Chevron Icon
Cervical Spine Myelopathy Chevron Icon
Chronic Pelvic Pain Chevron Icon
Coccygeal Pain Chevron Icon
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) Chevron Icon
Complications of Joint Prosthesis Chevron Icon
Difficulty With Walking Chevron Icon
Dupuytrens Contracture Chevron Icon
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis) Chevron Icon
Femoral Stress Fracture Chevron Icon
Femur Fracture Chevron Icon
Foot Fracture Chevron Icon
Gait Abnormality Chevron Icon
Herniated Disc Chevron Icon
Hip Dysplasia Chevron Icon
Hip Fracture Chevron Icon
Hip Osteophyte Chevron Icon
Hip Sprain Chevron Icon
Hip Tendinitis Chevron Icon
Intervertebral Disc Disease Chevron Icon
Knee Fracture Chevron Icon
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip) Chevron Icon
Lumbar Radiculopathy Chevron Icon
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Chevron Icon
Miner's Knee Chevron Icon
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve) Chevron Icon
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures Chevron Icon
Osteoarthritis of Foot Chevron Icon
Osteoarthritis of Hand Chevron Icon
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh Chevron Icon
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder Chevron Icon
Ottos Pelvis Chevron Icon
Pelvic Fracture Chevron Icon
Piriformis Syndrome Chevron Icon
Sacrum Disorders Chevron Icon
Sciatica Chevron Icon
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Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis Chevron Icon
Sjögren's Syndrome Chevron Icon
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear) Chevron Icon
Systemic Chondromalacia Chevron Icon
Tenosynovitis Chevron Icon
Hip Arthroscopy Chevron Icon
Hip Dislocation Chevron Icon
Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Open Chevron Icon
Hip Labral Repair Chevron Icon
Hip Replacement Revision Chevron Icon
Hip Resurfacing Chevron Icon
Joint Drainage Chevron Icon
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment Chevron Icon
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open Chevron Icon
Periacetabular Osteotomy Chevron Icon
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment Chevron Icon
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment Chevron Icon
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    3.9
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    About Dr. Philip Downer, MD

    Specialties
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 28 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1700855343
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Mueller Fdn
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • McGill University School of Medicine
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Memorial University of Newfoundland Faculty of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Philip Downer, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Downer is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Downer has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Downer works at Orthopedic Specialists Of Seattle in Seattle, WA. View the full address on Dr. Downer’s profile.

    Dr. Downer has seen patients for Osteoarthritis of Hip, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Downer on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    65 patients have reviewed Dr. Downer. The overall rating for this provider is 3.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Downer.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Downer, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Downer appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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