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Dr. Michael Nuara, MD

Dr. Michael Nuara, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Nuara, MD is a plastic surgeon in Seattle, WA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 2003. He is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Locations

Virginia Mason Medical Center

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

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Dr. Nuara is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center Seattle, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Nuara specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck 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. Nuara's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nuara

4.3

22 ratings, 16 with a written review
5 Star
73%
73%
4 Star
9%
9%
3 Star
5%
5%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
14%
14%

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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 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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Aug 21, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 25, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 24, 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
2 people found this helpful
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YUNALESKA LAW – May 25, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 26, 2024
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  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 16, 2024
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  • Explained conditions well
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Feb 15, 2024
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Oct 27, 2023
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Oct 15, 2023
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Oct 05, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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SadderNowThanThisMorning – Aug 09, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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MAL – Aug 04, 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
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Dec 20, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Jul 18, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
11 people found this helpful
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Mandy Raymond in Seattle – Jul 11, 2018
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biography

Dr. Michael Nuara, MD is a plastic surgeon in Seattle, WA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 2003. He is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Cleveland Clinic

    Fellowship Hospital, 2009
  • University Of Utah Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2008
  • Ucsf Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2004
  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2003
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
Otolaryngology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Self designated 
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  • James Scholar Research Award, 2003

  • Charles F. Ferguson Clinical Research Award, 2007

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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