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Dr. Mark Brakstad, MD

Dr. Mark Brakstad, MD

General Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Mark Brakstad, MD is a general surgeon in Seattle, WA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UW Medical Center-Montlake and UW Medical Center-Northwest. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 5 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

1560 N 115th St Ste 102 Seattle, WA 98133

Make an Appointment

(206) 363-2882

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Brakstad is affiliated with UW Medical Center-Montlake Seattle, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Brakstad specializes in the area of Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Brakstad's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Brakstad

5.0

6 ratings, 2 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Lee G in Seattle, WA – Dec 27, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
TT in Washingtone, WA – Oct 22, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Mark Brakstad, MD is a general surgeon in Seattle, WA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UW Medical Center-Montlake and UW Medical Center-Northwest. He is accepting new patients.

  • General Surgery

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  • Childrens Hospital Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • University Iowa Hosps And Clinics

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Washington School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatrics
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Locations

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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UW Medical Center-Montlake

    1959 NE Pacific St
    Seattle, WA 98195
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • UW Medical Center-Northwest

    1550 N 115th St
    Seattle, WA 98133

  • Skagit Valley Hospital

    1415 E Kincaid St
    Mount Vernon, WA 98274
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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