Dr. Samuel Koo, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
18100 NE Union Hill Rd, Redmond, WA 98052
At a glance
4.60 stars (5 reviews)
92% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 17 insurances
AARP, Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 15+ years of experience
Graduated from Northwestern University
Works at Orthopedics International
4 office locations
4.60
5 reviews
Bedside manner
5.0
Wait time
4.2
Recent reviews
Dr. Koo has been/ is always a keen balance of professional + compassionate. He has my utmost trust + recommendation - the BEST!
More than 1 year agoDB
Dr. Koo is highly skilled, kind, and caring, accessible and concerned. Other medical professionals think he is top of the line, and they are right.
More than 1 year agoJP
Office locations
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Orthopedics International
18100 NE Union Hill Rd, Redmond, WA, 98052
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2.
Orthopedics International
12917 SE 38th St., Suite 100, Bellevue, WA, 98006
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Orthopedics International
901 Boren Ave, Suite 900, Seattle, WA, 98104
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Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Shoulder arthroscopy/rotator cuff repair
Total shoulder replacement
Pain in joint
Arthritis
Rotator cuff injury
Shoulder arthroscopy/rotator cuff repair
Total shoulder replacement
Pain in joint
Arthritis
More about Dr. Samuel Koo, MD
Dr. Samuel Koo, MD, MPH is a board-certified orthopedic physician and surgeon specializing in minimally invasive arthroscopic shoulder surgery, trauma and fracture care. Dr. Koo is an authority on treating shoulder problems to help patients resume an active lifestyle as quickly as possible. He trained with Dr. Stephen Burkhart, the world's foremost expert in minimally invasive shoulder surgery. Dr. Koo is licensed to practice medicine and surgery in the state of Washington.
I believe all surgeons must have two essential qualities: integrity and empathy. To me, integrity means treating each patient as if I were caring for my wife or children. Family is important to me.
Integrity means offering the highest quality of care available. I am an expert in arthroscopic (minimally invasive) shoulder surgery, but I will not recommend surgery unless all non-operative solutions have been explored and exhausted. The shoulder is an extremely fascinating joint with lots of moving parts. As such, injuries are common and often complex. Over the last few years, there have been dramatic improvements in the way we treat shoulder pathology. We are now able to perform most shoulder surgeries using arthroscopic techniques (small incisions) that are at least as good, if not better than, the open (larger incisions) procedures of the past.
Having trained with the world's expert in minimally invasive shoulder surgery, the care and technical expertise you will receive is cutting-edge and based on the best available research for various shoulder ailments (rotator cuff tears, labral tears and instability, etc.). I am always actively looking for new ways to improve my surgical/nonsurgical treatment methods to help my patients regain their active lifestyle.
Lastly, surgeons are often not associated with empathy. This is unfortunate, because we are in the ideal position to support patients as they recover from difficult procedures. In my practice, your questions will be heard and answered promptly. By working together we can optimize the patient experience and maximize your health and well-being.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Northwestern University
Northwestern University, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
The San Antonio Orthopedic Group, Fellowship in Arthroscopic Surgery
Practice
Orthopedics International
Affiliation
Evergreen Hospital Medical Center
Swedish Medical Center / First Hill Campus
Swedish Medical Center / Issaquah Campus
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Professional memberships
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
Arthroscopy Association of North America
Washington State Medical Association
Awards and publications
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Background
Languages spoken
English
Korean
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1467626374
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.60
Wait time
4.20
Bedside manner
5.00
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Dr. Koo is very proffesional and very thourgh I would highly recomend him to others
More than 1 year agoDB
Dr. Koo has been/ is always a keen balance of professional + compassionate. He has my utmost trust + recommendation - the BEST!
More than 1 year agoDB
Dr. Koo is highly skilled, kind, and caring, accessible and concerned. Other medical professionals think he is top of the line, and they are right.
More than 1 year agoJP
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Which hospital is Dr. Samuel Koo affiliated with?
Dr. Samuel Koo is affiliated with Evergreen Hospital Medical Center, Swedish Medical Center / First Hill Campus, and Swedish Medical Center / Issaquah Campus.
What practice does Dr. Samuel Koo work with?
Dr. Samuel Koo works with Orthopedics International.
Where is Dr. Samuel Koo's office located?
Dr. Samuel Koo has 4 office locations, including in Seattle, Bellevue, Redmond, and Kirkland, view full addresses on Dr. Koo's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Samuel Koo have?
Dr. Samuel Koo is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
What languages does Dr. Samuel Koo speak?
Dr. Samuel Koo speaks English and Korean.
How do patients rate Dr. Samuel Koo in reviews?
5 patients have reviewed Dr. Samuel Koo. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.6/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.2/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.