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Van Ginger, MD PHD
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Dr. Ginger is very good. She listens, views my records and makes recommendation about my care. She explains why!
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Superb clinician Dr. Ginger, Urology. I feel great confidence in her clinical skills and she is both thorough snd thoughtful. I could not be happier with her and hope she will continue to be availabke in the future. I have the highest degree of confidence in her!
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Dr. Ginger impresses me with the way she thinks about my medical issues, how she reflects on other medical issues she is not even seeing me for and how she is proactive in suggesting other treatments.
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Dr. Ginger exceeded my expectations on every subject.
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Meeting primarily just a status checkin. I am mostly at status quo so little need for changing process.
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Very thorough explanation and good listener
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I have recommended Dr. Ginger and will continue to do so.
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Very attentive to my problem. Gave me information and choices in my care.
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Dr. Ginger is one of the best doctors I've have ever seen. Thorough, patient, and professional.
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I don't need to hear the same speech at every appointment. I'd prefer to have some time to tell the doctor why I'm there and ask my questions. There is too much talking and directing the appointment and not enough listening. It feels like a cookie-cutter approach to medicine. (As an example, I have indicated In several appointments that I will not take solifenacin succinate as it Is known to increase the risk of dementia and I have a parent with dementia. Dr. Ginger continues to prescribe this medication, which makes me feel like she's not listening to my concerns or taking them seriously.) It would also be helpful for her to take the time to review my chart more thoroughly before entering the room. In this last appointment, she started the appointment by noting that there was blood in my urine sample and asked if I was on my period. I am [omitted] and in menopause, which is reflected in my chart. This didn't give me confidence that she was up-to-date on my chart or fully engaged in the appointment. Finally, Dr. Ginger doesn't seem invested in helping to find the root cause of my overactive bladder or providing me with referrals to specialists who can help address this. She only offers treatments for the symptoms. I have had to search on my own for alternative treatments and providers, such as pelvic floor PT, to try to improve the symptoms for the long term.
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Dr Ginger explains well. Kind.
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Dr Ginger is excellent, wish she was at a different location. Much better before Optum took over Polyclinic!
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Dr Ginger is absolutely excellent!
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Dr Ginger is a very high quality doc
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Dr Ginger is wonderful!
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Strong performer.
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This doctor went way above and beyond. Highly recommend her. She is what we need in medicine. Personal care and attention and knowledge.
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This Doctor is very good. Informative, listens, & explains.
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Dr. Ginger thoroughly reviewed my entire history, outlined progress, talked about long-term options, and answered all of my questions
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Dr Ginger and UWMC could not share/access each other's test results/notes of my medical record
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About Van Ginger, MD PHD
Dr. Ginger provides general urological care with a focus in incontinence, neurogenic voiding dysfunction, chronic urinary tract infections, female sexual dysfunction, erectile dysfunction and kidney stones.Philosophy of care
My goal is to provide patients with the education and knowledge to make informed and effective treatment decisions. I believe the best outcomes occur when patients are educated participants in their care.Gender
Female
Board certifications
American Board of Urology
Employed or contracted
Employed
Network Name
The Polyclinic
NPI
1821108309
Hospital affiliations
Swedish Medical Center - First Hill
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Medical School
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University of Chicago
Chicago, IL
Residency
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University of Washington
Seattle, WA
Internship
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University of Washington
Seattle, WA
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Awards and Publications
Seattle Met Best-of-Best Top Doctor
Elisabeth Pickett Society of Women Urology Award
Winner of the Fildes Award
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