Dr. Scott A. Bildsten, DO | Tacoma, WA | Urology

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Dr. Scott Bildsten is a urologist with over four decades of medical experience serving patients throughout Washington state. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Kansas City University of Medicine & Bioscience College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at the United States Naval Medical Center. With 41 years in practice, Dr. Bildsten brings extensive expertise to his specialty of urology. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Bildsten practices at Saint Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma and Saint Michael Medical Center in Silverdale, providing comprehensive urological care to communities across the region. His long-standing affiliations with these respected healthcare institutions reflect his commitment to quality patient care. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 on Vitals, recognizing his dedicated service to the field of urology.

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3.8

8 Ratings
41 years of experience
speaks English
United States Naval Medical Center
5 written reviews
1 specialty
20 areas of expertise
1 board certification
2 hospital affiliations
2 office locations
Male

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Urology issues & treatments are hard for patients at best but I had great care by Dr Bildsten. CHI network is poor.

March 12th, 2020

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Very pleased. Handled my kidney stones

August 5th, 2016

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Clinically, seems knowledgeable and engaged in my case. Personally, can be ungracious, argumentative and confrontational.

January 25th, 2014

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Very professional and understanding, highly recommend him!

January 24th, 2013

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Did not solve my kidney stones.Refused to refill prescription without another office visit.

April 18th, 2011

Saint Joseph Medical Center

1717 S J StTacoma, WA 98405

Tel: (253) 426-4101

Saint Michael Medical Center In Silverdale

1800 Nw Myhre RdSilverdale, WA 98383

Tel: (564) 240-1000


Dr. Scott Aaron Bildsten, DO	Dr. Brian James Mcardle, MD	Dr. Jonathan Hai-Wu Wang, MD	Dr. Shan Dong, MD
Urology	Urology	Urology	Urology
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.8 (8 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
41 Years of Experience	13 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Tacoma , WA	Tacoma , WA	Tacoma , WA	Renton , WA
Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med	Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med	Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine	Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine
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Urology

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Bladder Issues
Cholesterol Management
Dementia Related Behavioral Disorders
Depression
Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
Dyslipidemias
Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
Geriatric Medicine
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Kidney Stones
Overactive Urinary Bladder
Preventive Medicine
Prostate Cancer
Prostate Cancer (Prostatic Neoplasm)
Prostatitis
Sleep Apnea (Sleep Apnea Syndromes)
Thyroid Diseases
Urologic Emergencies
Women's Health

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Washington, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

United States Naval Medical Center

Medical School

Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic MedGraduated in 1985

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Where is Dr. Scott Bildsten's office located?: Dr. Scott Bildsten's office is located at 1717 S J St, Tacoma, WA, 98405.
Is Dr. Scott Bildsten accepting new patients?: Dr. Scott Bildsten has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Scott Bildsten speak?: Dr. Scott Bildsten speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Scott Bildsten?: You can find contact information for Dr. Scott Bildsten here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. Scott Bildsten affiliated with?: Dr. Scott Bildsten is affiliated with Saint Joseph Medical Center and SAINT MICHAEL MEDICAL CENTER.

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