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Dr. Richard Ellenbogen, MD
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Dr. Richard Ellenbogen, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in Seattle, WA. They specialize in Neurosurgery, has 41 years of experience, and is board certified in Neurosurgery. They graduated from Brown University Alpert Medical School and is affiliated with Harborview Medical Center. Dr. Ellenbogen, completed a residency at Brigham & Women's Hosp/The Chldn's Hosp-Harvard Medical School. Patients rated Dr. Ellenbogen an average 4.6 star rating.
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Digestive Health Center at UW Medical Center – Montlake1959 NE Pacific St Fl 3, Seattle, WA 98195 Directions (206) 520-5000
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About Dr. Richard Ellenbogen, MD
Specialties*
- Neurosurgery
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Years of Experience
- 41 years of experience
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Languages Spoken
- English
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NPI Number
- 1679659478
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Education & Certifications
Residency
- Brigham & Women's Hosp/The Chldn's Hosp-Harvard Medical School
Residency
Internship
- Walter Reed Army Medical Center
Internship
Medical Education
- Brown University Alpert Medical School
Medical Education
Board Certifications
- Neurosurgery
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