Dr. Rajiv Goel, MD
Orthopedic Surgery•Male•Age 52
Accepting new patients
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901 Boren Ave Ste 800 Seattle, WA 98104Dr. Rajiv Goel, MD is a Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Seattle, WA. He is affiliated with Swedish First Hill Campus. He is accepting new patients. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Goel to book an appointment.
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I had a finger trauma (tip cut off) when traveling overseas and my finger was pinned back together. On return to Seattle, Dr. Goel took over my care and with revision surgery, he was able to salvage the maximum length and use of my finger. He always explained the options and tradeoffs, so that I could make the best decisions. I highly recommend him.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Peter – Jun 03, 2021
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Dr. Goel treated me for tennis elbow and tendonitis. He knew immediately what was wrong and unlike my family doctor, he immediately suggested for me to start hand therapy. At first I was skeptical but I can honestly say he sent me to just the right place (Danielle at Cascade Hand Therapy) and I am making excellent progress. A month in and I can write, lift and hold my phone again. Sounds ridiculous but I couldn’t even hold my phone. His office assistant, John, is very soothing and professional and they make the best team around. You won’t be disappointed!
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
C Taylor – Feb 25, 2021
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I’m an artisan and woodworker. I depend on my hands to do my work. Unfortunately I took my hands for granted until recently. I grabbed a board and a large splinter drove itself deep in my hand down to the bone. I typically remove splinters on my own but this one went deep and remained there for many months. The pain persisted and I finally went to Dr. Goel. He was the only doctor I trusted to resolve this problem. He was a consummate professional, easy to talk to and a self described perfectionist. Our hands are a miracle of biological physics and unspeakably complex. Dr. Goel understands how they work and more importantly how to repair them when they fail us. I could not recommend Dr. Goel more highly. I’m now back to work after a remarkably short recovery.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Rob Wilkinson – Feb 06, 2021
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Dr Goel is an excellent doctor and surgeon! Highly recommend!
I had been having wrist/hand pain for years. After seeing another doc without success, I made an appt with Dr Goel. I was able to get an appt fairly quickly and at the first appt he spent nearly an hour listening to my past medical history, drawing pictures of the hand and wrist and coming up with a plan going forward. He ordered the correct test (MRI) and we were able to figure out the main source of my pain. He was conservative with treatment, sent me for other treatments prior to deciding on surgery and when the time came, made sure we mutually agreed surgery was the best option. Fast forward... I am 7 weeks post surgery and between that and PT my wrist hasn’t felt this good in years! Thank you Dr Goel!
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Janet – Jul 22, 2020
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When I first Dr Goel, I was there because another surgeon didn’t have the time for. Dr Goel was a miracle worker with that hand and when I had to have my other one done he was the best. He explained everything in detail, drew me a picture, suggested some exercises for me to do (my first surgeon just didn’t seem interested. I had a carpal tunnel release).
He is serious and focused but also has that kind of dry personality that you’re not sure of (which I appreciate) I would recommend him to any of my family or friends.
Oh and he’s not bad on the eyes either!
(maybe I shouldn’t put that in the review but it’s true)
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Mary – Feb 07, 2020
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I went to Dr. Goel for a possible wrist fracture. x-rays were taken - Dr. Goel went over the x-ray carefully with me. He also explained two possible issues that could come up in the next few weeks and how to recognize them. I truly felt that my issue had been handled well, and it was a relief to know what I could possible expect when I walked out the door.
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No results
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Clydia Valibeigi – Dec 07, 2019
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Dr Goel performed the surgery for my de Quervains issue with my wrist. Dr Goel was patient and helpful with all my questions prior to the surgery. My recovery went as planned, I feel so much better after many years of pain. I highly recommend Dr Goel.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
H.Wang – Aug 23, 2019
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I highly recommend Dr. Goel if you are looking for an orthopedic surgeon. I went to him twice; once for treatment of de Quervain's tenosynovitis, and once for a needle aponeurotomy treatment for Dupuytren's contracture. Both procedures went well. He took care to explain the procedures, what to look out for in the recovery period, and what to expect long-term. Dr. Goel is a good listener as well, and has a great sense of humor which made an ordeal into a more positive experience.
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No results
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No results
Mike in Seattle, WA – Jun 15, 2016
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Dr Goel has treated a knee and collarbone fracture for me and a collarbone fracture for my son in the past year. He has been highly impressive in these ways: Communicating clearly what your condition is and how best to treat it explaining options you may have, listening actively to your questions and concerns, responding to them in a respectful and kind manner, and being reassuring and confident as to your treatment outcome. Additionally, Dr Goel is very personable with a good sense of humor!
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What could be improved
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Mary Edsel RInggenberg in Bellevue, WA – Jun 08, 2016