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Dr. Steven Counter, MD

General Surgery* Age 54
Dr. Steven Counter, MD
5.0 (4 Ratings)
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Dr. Steven Counter, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Seattle, WA.
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Dr. Steven Counter, MD

General Surgery* Age 54
Seattle, WA
Accepting new patients
30 years of experience
Dr. Steven Counter, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Seattle, WA.
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Dr. Steven Counter, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Seattle, WA and has 30 years experience. They graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin. They currently practice at Optum - Broadway and are affiliated with Optum Care Washington. At present, Dr. Counter received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 4 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Counter is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Low Wait Times

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Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

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Locations

  1. 1 Optum - Broadway
    1145 Broadway, Seattle, WA 98122
  2. 2 Optum - Northgate Plaza
    9709 3rd Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98115

Experience and Background Check

Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Anoscopy
Inguinal Hernia
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Anoscopy
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Inguinal Hernia
Abdominal Pain
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Constipation
Gallstones
Hemorrhoids
Incisional Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Acute Bowel Infarction
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Adrenal Tumor
Anorectal Abscess
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bone Cancer
Brain Injury
Colon Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Crohn's Disease
Diverticulitis
Gallbladder Diseases
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Lung Cancer
Meckel's Diverticulum
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Adrenalectomy
Adrenalectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision
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Excision of Rectal Tumor
Gallbladder Removal
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Colectomy
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Ventral Herniorrhaphy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Port Placements or Replacements
Puncture Aspiration
Skin Grafts
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wound Repair

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About Me

Care Philosophy
  • I provide comprehensive surgical care for both inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures. I place great importance on patient education to help reduce anxiety about surgery. I utilize surgical residents in the office and hospital to maximize continuity of care.
Care Philosophy
Biography
  • Dr. Steven Counter, MD is a general surgery specialist in Seattle, WA and has over 29 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1994. He specializes in General Surgery.
Biography
Specialties*
General Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Medical College of Wisconsin
    1994
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Swedish Medical Center|Swedish Med Center
    1995
Internship
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Steven Counter, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Counter's profile.

Dr. Steven Counter, MD is affiliated with Optum Care Washington.

Yes, Dr. Steven Counter, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Dr. Counter has over 30 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Optum Care Washington

    9709 3rd Ave NE, Seattle, WA

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