Esselman, Peter C.

Peter C. Esselman, M.D.

Dr. Esselman is a UW professor and chairman of the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine and chief of rehabilitation medicine at Harborview Medical Center. His clinical interests include the rehabilitation of individuals after traumatic injuries with a focus on traumatic brain injury and burn injuries. He is also interested in quality improvement.

Patient Care Philosophy
The patient and family are the most important part of the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team.

Languages
English

Expertise
Brain Injury, Rehabilitation Medicine, Stroke

Clinical Interests
Inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation management of individuals with traumatic injuries and stroke.

Research Interests
Improving the outcome of individuals after burn injuries, especially regarding return to work.

Education History
Univ. of Washington, School of Medicine, Medical education, 1986
Univ. of Washington, Internship
Univ. of Washington, Residency
Univ. of Washington, Residency

Board Certifications
Certification Board NameSpecialtyYear Certified
American Board of Physical Medicine & RehabPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation1992

Clinics
Comprehensive Outpatient Rehabilitation Program at Harborview
Harborview Medical Center
4th Floor, Maleng Building
Box 359859
325 Ninth Ave.
Seattle, WA 98104
(206) 744-5862
Rehabilitation Medicine Clinic at Harborview
Harborview Medical Center
4th Floor, Maleng Building
Box 359859
325 Ninth Ave.
Seattle, WA 98104
(206) 744-5862

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