About Swedish Primary Care - West Seattle
Swedish Primary Care - West Seattle is a busy clinic that serves a diverse population. It offers convenient access for patients who walk, take public transportation, or drive. The whole care team, including the front desk, assistants, lab staff, nurses, doctors, and specialists, is known for its patience and willingness to answer questions, making patients feel supported in managing their health. Patients consistently praise the clinic for its competent and empathetic doctors. Many highlight the excellent care provided by Dr. Ramakrishnan, Dr. Butler, and Dr. Simmons, noting their knowledge, kindness, and patient approach. Dr. Simmons is particularly commended for her holistic approach to medicine and her helpful cooking class. The clinic also offers online access to patient records and notes, which patients find helpful and timely. While the clinic is popular and can be busy, leading to occasional wait times, patients appreciate the overall care and service they receive. One patient noted a quick and efficient blood draw, emphasizing the skill of the staff. Swedish Primary Care - West Seattle is part of the Swedish network, which provides additional access to hospitals and specialty care physicians. The clinic also hosts the Swedish Breast Care Express every Monday, making breast cancer screenings more accessible. With many doctors available, it is a solid choice for usual health care issues and monitoring chronic conditions like high blood pressure or diabetes.
I have been using the Swedish West Seattle clinic for almost ten years, but I think it may be time to look elsewhere for care. Generally, all of the doctors and ARNPs I have seen are kind and competent, but the business/administrative side of this clinic is a nightmare. First, it is nearly impossible to get an appointment. To see my PCP there is a two month wait. If you call and try to schedule with another provider, you are lucky if they can cut that wait to within a month. Today, might be the final straw for me: I scheduled an appointment and was told it was virtual. When I didn’t receive a link for the appointment, I called the clinic and was told that it was an...read full review
The whole care team helps you out - the front desk, the assistants, the lab staff, nurses, doctors, and specialists. Lots of patience (ha, ha) and willing to answer your questions. Feel like I have a plan and support to manage my health.
I had a blood draw here for the first time. I’m a notoriously hard draw! It took Stan 1 small quick poke. I was in and out in 5 minutes!! Honestly my best draw ever and I get blood draws every 6 months.