Lewis Steven T MD

I went to see Dr. Lewis based on the recommendation of my doctor, who had heard good things from another patient. I was concerned about a possible health condition, and my anxiety had reached a peak. My friend who agreed to take care of me after the procedure, though, had seen Dr. Lewis in the past, and when I’d told her that he was the doctor I’d be seeing, she sighed and said, «Oh, he’s great! You’ll be fine.» Dr. Lewis is a gentle​listener, and he was able to help me to sort out the science and the myths I’d come across about the ways the stomach works. He knew what I needed before I had to ask, recommending some testing that was the easiest course of action. His​specialized​training​and​experience​as​well​as​his​kind,​down-​to-​earth​manner​are​gifts​to​his​patients.

My husband and I have both been patients of Dr. Lewis for several years. My family doctor always recommends him when either of us has a gastrointestinal problem or needs a routine exam. He listens carefully, answers questions in language I understand, and demonstrates the highest level of professional care and concern. I also enjoy working with his staff, who treat me as an adult who is part of my own healthcare team. They recently worked me into his very busy schedule, which I understand and appreciate. Dr. Lewis makes sure I understand the problem and involves me in finding a solution. I have the highest regard for him and recommend him to anyone who needs care. He’s kind, caring, knowledgeable and thorough.

I’ve been a patient of Dr. Lewis for perhaps seven years at this point and in my book he’s about the best doctor one could hope for. Originally I was referred to him because of a diagnosis by my primary care physician that warranted the evaluation of a specialist. That led to procedures that Dr. Lewis performed that have been instrumental in prolonging my life expectancy. Subsequently I was hospitalized for a condition that is also in Dr. Lewis’s area of specialty and I ended up needing exploratory procedures as well as medical advice on lifestyle changes. Dr. Lewis listens very well, is patient with endless questioning, welcomes patient’s own efforts to educate themselves and come prepared with questions and concerns, and is tactful in the way he delivers both news as well as medical advice. I will admit that I have been kept waiting for an incredibly excessive amount of time on one occasion and it could have been handled better by the office staff and Dr. Lewis, but that is the only complaint I can voice and the real question is «Would I recommend him to my friends and family?» and I can easily say I would do more than that — I would nag and pester them to see Dr. Lewis if a gastroenterologist is needed. I know that they would receive the best care possible in Seattle.