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David S. Lessman, MD

Orthopedics

  • Accepting New Patients
  • Virtual Visits Available
  • Available within 1-3 Days

Overview

David Lessman, MD, is fellowship trained in non-operative sports medicine for patients of all ages. Though he enjoys seeing all active patients, from weekend warriors to professionals, Dr. Lessman specializes in acute and overuse injuries of the adolescent athlete. He also has specific training in ultrasound and ultrasound-guided injections used for the treatment of arthritis and tendon injuries. He recently moved from Chicago, where he developed a thriving concussion clinic for the largest medical system in Illinois. He prides himself on communication, from explaining the diagnosis to involving the patient in their treatment plan. He is passionate about returning his patients to what they love doing as quickly and safely as possible.

Dr. Lessman is a team physician for the Seattle Thunderbirds hockey team and works with athletes from high schools and colleges throughout the Seattle metropolitan area. Outside of medicine, Dr. Lessman enjoys spending time with his wife and two young boys. He’s been active his whole life and loves baseball, dance, watching all sports, and being in and on the water.

Education

Program: MD
Institution: Rosalind Franklin University

Program: Board certified
Institution: American Board of Pediatrics

Program: Residency
Institution: Advocate Lutheran General Hospital

Program: Fellowship in Pediatric Sports Medicine
Institution: Advocate Lutheran General Hospital

Program: Subspecialty Certificate in Sports Medicine
Institution: American Board of Pediatrics

Associations

Fellow-American Academy of Pediatrics

American Medical Society for Sports Medicine

Services + Specialties

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Patient Resources

Your First Appointment

To ensure that your first appointment runs smoothly here are a few things you can do:

  • Bring insurance card and photo ID
  • Arrive 15 minutes early so that you can fill out any paper work that you were unable to download from the website.
  • Bring all medical records, such as MRIs, x-rays or any information that are important to your injury or condition.