Summary

Dr. Michael Doherty specializes in neurology with nearly three decades of experience treating patients with complex neurological conditions. He earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency and fellowship training at the University of Washington School of Medicine, where he developed expertise in epilepsy care and seizure management. His extensive 29-year career has focused on helping patients navigate challenging neurological disorders. Dr. Doherty speaks English.

Dr. Doherty practices at Swedish Medical Center First Hill Campus in Seattle, Washington, where he provides specialized care through Swedish Neuroscience Specialists. He treats patients with epilepsy, non-epileptic seizures, and various seizure conditions. His diagnostic approach includes electroencephalograms to monitor brain activity and blood testing to evaluate patient health. Patients rate Dr. Doherty 3.4 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.4
  • 29 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Washington Department Neurology Fellowship
  • 6 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

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Speaks English Speaks English, Russian Speaks English
Seattle , WASeattle , WALas Vegas , NVEdmonds , WA
Med School: Tufts University School of Medicine Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: Oklahoma State Univ Center For Health Sciences College Of Osteopathic Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Michael John Doherty

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO/PPO
  • Aetna PPO
  • Ambetter Casecade Select
  • Carelon Medicare Advantage
  • Coordinated Care Medicaid
  • Evernorth PPO
  • HCSC HealthSpring Medicare Advantage HMO/PPO
  • Health Net Tricare
  • Health Smart PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana HMO
  • Humana Medicaid
  • Humana PPO
  • Kaiser
  • Kaiser Medicare Advantage
  • Pacific Medical Center TRICARE
  • Premera
  • Premera Medicare Advantage
  • Providence Health Plan
  • Regence BlueShield Of Washington Medicare Advantage HMO/PPO
  • Regence BlueShield Of Washington PPO
  • Regence BlueShield Of Washington TRIWEST
  • Seven Corners
  • United Behavioral Health Medicare Advantage-HMO
  • United Behavioral Health PPO
  • United Healthcare Medicaid
  • United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
  • United Healthcare PPO
  • Wellcare Medicare Advantage-HMO
  • Wellpoint Medicare Advantage

Medical Specialties

Michael John Doherty has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Michael John Doherty has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Electroencephalography (EEG)
  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Neurologist
  • Seizure Disorders
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Michael John Doherty holds an active medical license in the state of Washington.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Washington that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of Washington Department Neurology Fellowship in 2003 and University of Washington School of Medicine in 2003.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Washington School of Medicine in 2001 and University of Washington Department Neurology Residency in 2001.

Internship

Completed their internship at University of Washington Department Internal Medicine Program in 1998.

Medical School

Graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine in 1997.

NPI Number

Michael John Doherty's NPI number is 1033299953.

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Where is Michael Doherty's office located?
Michael Doherty's office is located at 550 17th Ave Ste 540, Seattle, WA, 98122.
Which hospitals is Michael Doherty affiliated with?
Michael Doherty is affiliated with Swedish Medical Center First Hill Campus.

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