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Dr. Jeffrey Carlin, MD

Dr. Jeffrey Carlin, MD

Rheumatology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Jeffrey Carlin, MD is a rheumatologist in Seattle, WA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Carlin has extensive experience in Vasculitides. He graduated from New York University Grossman School of Medicine in 1975. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Virginia Mason Medical Center and Jefferson Healthcare. He is accepting new patients.

2.8 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 2.8 Star Rating (27 reviews)

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1100 9th Ave Seattle, WA 98101
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Dr. Carlin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Carlin

2.8
27 ratings, 8 with a written review
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I’ve been seeing Dr Carlin for 6 years. I love him! I’ve had my fair share of rheums considering Ive had RA for over 30 years. Dr Carlin is one of the best. He has a no nonsense style but is also VERY caring and empathetic. Highly recommend.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Heather – Feb 15, 2022
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Dr. Carlin has terrible bedside manners. I have been living with RA for 7yrs and he told me I was only drug seeking that was my last appointment with him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Melissa – Sep 15, 2020
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One of the worst doctors I have ever seen. I have no idea why he practices. Incompetent as well as incurious. Described my disfiguring condition in the cruelest terms a high school bully would use. He didn't look at me during the interview, not once, kept his face glued to his computer screen. After a crude examination, he left the room. I waited 15 minutes in my hospital gown for him to come back. Eventually an assistant came in the room to clean up. Told me the appointment was over, he just didn't say so, or terminate it. If I could take away his right to practice I would.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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W in Seattle, WA – Jun 20, 2019
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This guy has an ego that won't quit. He didn't listen to what I had to say, and because of that, instead of having my meniscus repaired, I ended up with a total knee replacement. He also gave me a cortisone shot that only lasted a day because he was acting like such a cowboy. Avoid at all costs!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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WA – Aug 07, 2018
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he loves to sign you up for 'studies' $$$$$ so glad to not be in his "care" anymore!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Seattle, WA – Jun 08, 2017
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As a doctor Dr Carlin is pretty good, but his charges are exorbitant and deceptive. He charges $431 for an appointment (spent 15 minutes with me). I pay $290 of that after insurance negotiates down his rate. On top of that was $170 for the blood test and routine x-ray he ordered. Nearly $500 out the door. Charged me at the new patient rate (higher than followups) even though I'm not a new patient. I first saw him 4 yrs ago. VM refused to adjust and didn't disclose beforehand.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Explained conditions well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
3 others found this helpful
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Patrick in Seattle, WA – Mar 28, 2017
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I would not recommend Dr. Carlin to anyone! He was very unprofessional and made a very crude comment to me when I left after waiting an extended amount of time for him to discuss test results. Long wait times in this office.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Naomi Weatherford in Seattle, WA – Mar 26, 2016
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I thought he was very impatient. I had an injection in my shoulder. I moved a bit and he was not happy about it. I can understand his reaction, but I saw an orthopedic doctor after this. After I had an MRI, It was determined that my pain was not because of arthritis, it was due to a tear in my shoulder. I would have to have surgery to repair it, so the injection was not helpful or needed. Also, I felt he was not understanding or patient about my RA symptoms.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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ackie T in Seattle, WA – Mar 03, 2016
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Dr. Jeffrey Carlin, MD is a rheumatologist in Seattle, WA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Carlin has extensive experience in Vasculitides. He graduated from New York University Grossman School of Medicine in 1975....read more

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  • University Of Washington

    Fellowship Hospital, 1980

  • Medical College Wisc Affil Hosps

    Internship Hospital, 1976

  • New York University Grossman School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1975
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American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Practice

Virginia Mason Medical Center1100 9th Ave Seattle, WA 98101
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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