Dr. Richard G. Ellenbogen, MD | Seattle, WA | Neurological Surgery

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Richard G. Ellenbogen, M.D., F.A.C.S., is an attending surgeon at Harborview Medical Center, Seattle Children’s and UW Medical Center - Montlake. Dr. Ellenbogen is also a professor and chair of the UW Department of Neurological Surgery.

Dr. Ellenbogen’s clinical interests include pediatric and adult brain tumors, craniofacial developmental abnormalities and trauma, Chiari malformations, minimally invasive brain surgery, neuro-trauma surgery and concussion.

accepting new patients
4.6

24 Ratings
43 years of experience
16 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
6 written reviews
2 specialties
22 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location

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Dr. Ellenbogen consulted with us and then performed my daughter Chiari Malformation surgery. It went perfect. Her flow was restore, her scar is minimal. At 82 days out you almost can’t see it anymore. We were out of the hospital in less than 24 hours because my dtr felt so much better and could take medications orally. I couldn’t have asked for a better outcome. He was the second NS that we consulted with. He clearly knew what he was doing. Seattle Children’s Hospital did great things for us and Dr, Ellenbogen changed my child’s life. I say that without reservation.

March 12th, 2019

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Singularly outstanding and compassionate, they do not come any better.

December 11th, 2014

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A truely great doctor I have the upmost respect for his professional abilities. He was formally Chief on Nerosugery at Walter Reed Hospital. A doctor you can trust. Highly recommend.

November 20th, 2012

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I feel so blessed that I was able to have Dr. Ellenbogen as my surgeon for the surgeries I needed to remove my pituitay brain tumors. I was touched by how caring and genuine he was. My surgeries went better then I could have imaged with an amazingly fast recovery. I dont think there is another surgeon that could hold a candle to him. There is no doubt in my mind he is the best you will find!

November 14th, 2012

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Dr. Richard Ellenbogen is amazing. My son had arnold chiari surgery at Children's Hospital and is doing great. Dr. Ellenbogen took so much time with us and assured us that all would be ok. He has been a huge blessing in our lives. I will never forget him and how he has helped our family. He is truly one of a kind.. Thank you!!!!!

June 16th, 2010

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Dr Ellenbogen has been a blessing to our lives through his expertise and compassionayemanner. He is a wonderful surgeon, and he makes you feellike it is his privelege to help you and your family, as much as it is yours to have him on your team. Thanks you Dr. Ellenbogen

November 18th, 2008

Dr. Richard G. Ellenbogen

908 Jefferson StSeattle, WA 98104

Tel: (206) 744-9300


Dr. Richard G. Ellenbogen, MD	Dr. Caroline Campbell Hadley	Dr. Linda M Ojemann	Dr. Louis Elliott Mc Adory
Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery	Diagnostic Radiology
Accepts New Patients
4.6 (24 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	1 (1 Rating)
43 Years of Experience	10 Years of Experience	66 Years of Experience	24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish		Speaks English	Speaks English
Seattle , WA	Albuquerque , NM	Seattle , WA	Seattle , WA
Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University	Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine	Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
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Aneurysm
Arnold-Chiari Malformation
Brain Cancer
Brain Cancer (Medulloblastoma)
Brain Injuries
Brain Surgery
Brain Tumor
Cerebellar Cancer
Concussion
Craniofacial Abnormalities
Craniosynostoses
Craniotomy
Epilepsy
Glioblastoma
Hydrocephalus
Laminectomy
Neurosurgery
Pediatrics
Scoliosis
Spinal Cord Cyst (Syringomyelia)
Spinal Cord Injuries
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Washington, 2026, Expired

Medical Doctor, Montana, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center

Medical School

Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown UniversityGraduated in 1983

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