Fangyi Zhang M.D.
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Fangyi Zhang M.D.
Medical Specialties
- Neurosurgery
- Spine surgery
- Back/spine injury treatment
- Spine and back injury
- Spine tumors
- Spine care
Locations
Neurological Surgery Clinic at Harborview
Languages
- Chinese
- English
Patient Ratings and Reviews
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My experience was so much more thoughtful than any practice I have been to. *Dr. Zhang
Very knowledgeable & friendly
Doc Zhang is awesome!
We love Dr. Zhang
Dr. Zhang. He addressed me directly by looking into my eyes and answered all my questions. [...] All in all I had a very good outcome to my appointment.
I am indebted to Dr. Zhang for listening to my concerns with great compassion, addressing them in a very clear and concise manner and for his expertise.
[...] The PA was very helpful and knowledgeable
Dr. Fangyi Zhang at the Neurological Surgery department took great time and care thoroughly explaining my issues and courses of treatment options, answering many questions. I apologized for taking up so much time; however, it seemed most important to Dr. Zhang to listen to my questions and provide answers to my full comprehension. Excellent bedside manner shows that Dr. Zhang really cares about his patients and is highly attentive to their needs above his own daily schedule.
My doctors were great! [...]
*Dr. Zhang was, is, & will always be an amazingly talented physician & surgeon. I have complete trust & confidence in his skills & abilities, & judgment.
Dr Zhang is the best doctor I have ever visited and other surgeons should look at what he does for back surgery.
Dr Zhang, [...] were amazing! Such a refreshing change from other doctors I've seen recently in terms of taking all the time needed to answer my questions, expertly guiding me through my medical process, providing clear next steps, and being compassionate.
Dr.Zhang and staff are excellent at what they do, it's great when one can be excited to see their Dr.
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[...] I only saw Dr. Zhang for 5 minutes because [...] had done everything else, but he came in and [...] was impeccable. He made sure I understand my mri and he made sure to let me know the treatment plan. I was so impressed by him, he is amazing simply put. He ordered nerve conduction test, and again as I said told me the next steps. [...] and Dr. Zhang are so good at what they do and took I to account my pain and disability, that I already got a call from the department to get nerve test yesterday, which lets me know they are on top of their work. I am grateful for Dr. Zhang, [...] so much for their compassion and clinical perfection and I left feeling happy, which is huge considering experiences I have had with the pain management doctor I have. In conclusion, the [...] Dr. Zhang are a perfect example of how and why UW surgical specialist are the best around.
About Fangyi Zhang
Fangyi Zhang, M.D., is a board certified neurosurgeon at Harborview Medical Center and a UW professor of Neurological Surgery and Orthopedics and Sports Medicine and an adjunct professor of Global Health.
Dr. Zhang specializes in spine and spinal cord surgery. He strives to create active partnerships with his patients to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Dr. Zhang earned his M.D. at Capital University of Medical Sciences in Beijing. He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. His clinical interests include disorders and trauma of the spine. His research interests include the outcomes study of spine surgery, spinal cord blood flow regulation and acute spinal cord injury. He has published more than 40 articles in peer-reviewed scientific journals.
Education and Training
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Univ. of Texas, HoustonTeaching Appointment, 2009UW - Dept. of Neurological Surgery & Orthopedic SurgeryFellowship, 2006Residency, 2005, Neurological SurgeryUniv. of Texas Health Science CenterResidency, 2003, NeurosurgeryUniv. of Texas Health Sciences CenterInternship, 1999, General SurgeryCapital University of Medical ScienceMedical education, 1986
Board Certifications
- Neurological Surgery, 2012, American Board of Neurological Surgery