Dr. Mark W. Layton, MD | Olympia, WA | Rheumatology

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Dr. Mark Layton is a rheumatologist who specializes in treating conditions affecting joints, bones, and muscles. He earned his medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Michigan Medical School. With 44 years of clinical experience, Dr. Layton brings extensive expertise to his rheumatology practice. He is fluent in both Korean and English, allowing him to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Layton practices at Olympia Arthritis Clinic in Olympia, Washington. His clinical focus includes treating rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, helping patients manage these chronic conditions that affect joint function and mobility. He also addresses various bone, joint, and muscle conditions that can impact daily activities. Dr. Layton performs comprehensive metabolic panels and complete blood count tests to monitor patient health and treatment progress. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 …stars.

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accepting new patients
3.4

30 Ratings
44 years of experience
speaks Korean, English
University of Michigan Medical School
9 written reviews
2 specialties
6 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 office location
Male

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Horrible. Did not answer my questions, laughed at me at several points. Run away!

May 25th, 2018

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You can't call and speak to a real person even to make an appointment. Phones go straight to voicemail and you have to leave a message no matter how urgent it is. They do not call back the same day so you don't know if they got the message or not. Never notified about lab results until the next appointment which is generally 3 months. There is no emergency number for after hours or when he's on vacation.

June 12th, 2017

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Prescribing Prednisone to a Type II Diabetic negates the precepts of legal medical practice. When the patient complained about blood sugar spikes, he LIED and insisted that the patient remain on Prednisone because he claimed Medicare rules prevent him from prescribing any other drug from the next tier of available treatments. He is flirting with causing a diabetic coma and death for the patient. Because of Medicare? Right. When a doctor places a patient in danger that is a red flag. Trust your healthcare to a true physician who will attend to your health needs.

March 15th, 2017

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I just Love Dr. Layton,He is so Professional Listens to me ! Not Alot of Chit chat ,which I like he is precise and to the point !! ALSO Th front desk Staff are so nice and polite gets u in before you even get in your chair !!

July 1st, 2016

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Dr Mark Layton and His staff are an asset to us people suffering from RA. World Class Treatment. Thank you Mr Layton !

April 9th, 2016

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I found Dr. Layton to be extremely caring and competent. He went out of his way to make sure I got the treatment I needed from another specialist I needed to see regarding my condition. He always returned calls in a timely manner, and even called me at home without my initiating a call in order to see how I was doing. I would recommend Dr. Layton to anyone. His staff was also extremely knowledgeable and helpful!

June 4th, 2015

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Very amiable , knowledgeable, and pleasant Dr., spent extensive quality time with me.

May 4th, 2015

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A smart and caring doctor.

April 2nd, 2015

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I have been a patient for some time now. He seems like a nice guy and he does spend time with me when I'm in the office, but in all the time I've been seeing him, he has never returned a phone call. No matter how serious the issue is, messages left with his office staff are not answered.

September 5th, 2014

Olympia Arthritis Clinic

1212 Harrison Ave NWOlympia, WA 98502

Tel: (360) 754-6700

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 3:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. Mark Walter Layton, MD	Dr. Arthur Benjamin Vegh, MD	Dr. Laurie Grace Jacobson, MD	Dr. Andrew Mark Thompson
Rheumatology	Allergy & Immunology	Dermatologic Surgery	Family Medicine
Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
3.4 (30 Ratings)	4.5 (35 Ratings)	4.6 (12 Ratings)	4 (1 Rating)
44 Years of Experience	43 Years of Experience	28 Years of Experience	50 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Korean, English	Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks Spanish, Russian
Olympia , WA	Tacoma , WA	Seattle , WA	Tacoma , WA
Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid

Hip Osteoarthritis
Knee Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Other
Rheumatic Diseases
Rheumatoid Arthritis

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Washington, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University of Michigan Medical School

Medical School

University Of Washington School Of MedicineGraduated in 1982

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What languages does Dr. Mark Layton speak?: Dr. Mark Layton speaks Korean and English.
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