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Dr. Gautam Velamoor, MD

Dr. Gautam Velamoor, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*

Dr. Gautam Velamoor, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Seattle, WA. He is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Locations

Virginia Mason Medical Center

Virginia Mason Medical Center1100 9th Ave Seattle, WA 98101
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New Patient?
(206) 693-4970

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Medical Pavilion - Lynnwood

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New Patient?
(206) 693-4970

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Velamoor specializes in the area of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Velamoor's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Velamoor

4.6

15 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
7%
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2 Star
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1 Star
7%
7%

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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 26, 2025
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 07, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 08, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 02, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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John L – Jan 19, 2024
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No results
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Oct 14, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 24, 2023
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Greatful patient – Mar 02, 2023
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Greg Cerenzia – Oct 07, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Ricky L. Johansen, Jr., Ph.D. – Sep 07, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
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Rich Noble – Oct 05, 2019
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biography

Gautam Velamoor, MD, is a board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon with special medical interest in aortic surgery, cardiac surgery, aortic valve replacement, and mitral valve repair and replacement. His areas of expertise include adult cardiac surgery,...read more
  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

  • General Surgery

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  • Endovascular Surgery, Stanford University Medical Center, Ca, 2006; Cardiothoracic Surgery, Oregon Health And Science University, Portland, 2007

    Fellowship Hospital
  • General Surgery, Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle, 2005

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Washington School Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Virginia Mason Medical Center

    925 Seneca St
    Seattle, WA 98101
    Recipient of 16
    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.

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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