Matthew S Blessing, MD

Matthew S Blessing, MD

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  • On Staff Since: November 2019
"During my career, I have developed close, longstanding relationships with my patients, their families, and a multidisciplinary team of colleagues. Over time, I have become most passionate about working with patients with complex medical issues; I emphasize a holistic approach, with a focus on quality of life and wellness as the overarching goals of the care I provide. I prefer mutual decision-making with patients and families, and love to collaborate with other providers to develop the ideal care plan. My interests in challenging medical issues, strong relationships with patients and families, and teamwork across specialties forged my interest in craniofacial medicine, and prompted my move to this discipline after 11 years in pediatric primary care. "

  • Biography

    Matthew Blessing, MD, is an attending physician at Seattle Children's Hospital and an assistant professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He completed residency in pediatrics at Seattle Children's Hospital in 2008.

    Dr. Blessing focuses on clinical care and medical education in his role in the Division of Craniofacial Medicine. He had similar responsibilities at the UW Neighborhood Kent/Des Moines Clinic, where he practiced as a primary care provider for eleven years. In addition, he had administrative responsibilities regarding pediatric residents' education at his previous clinic.

    Board Certification(s)

    Pediatrics

    Education

    Michigan State University at East Lansing, East Lansing, MI

    Residency

    University of Washington, Seattle, WA

    Clinical Interests

    Dr Blessing has a particular clinical interest in patients' quality of life and mental health, especially in the setting of complex, chronic medical issues. He believes that a multidisciplinary team, with a diversity of viewpoints, is essential to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. He loves working with pediatric residents and medical students in the clinical setting, as well.

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