James Babington, MD
Edmonds, WA 98026
Swedish Edmonds Specialty Clinic
21616 76th Avenue West, Suite 212, Edmonds, WA 98026
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About James Babington
Almost all of us experience pain at some time in our lives and many suffer from persistent pain which can disrupt life. Dr. Babington is passionate about providing the highest quality of patient focused care. His collaborative approach relies on a thorough assessment of what is causing the pain and then developing a multidimensional treatment plan with a focus on improving function. Treatments he often recommends include therapies, injections, medications, and as a last resort surgery. Dr. Babington's research interests center around improving delivery of health services as well as patient reported outcomes and their integration into clinical care. Dr. Babington was selected by Seattle Magazine as a Top Doctor in 2019 and 2022.
University of Washington
2006
Virginia Mason Medical Center
2007
University of Washington
2010
Virginia Mason Anesthesiology Pain Management Fellowship
2011
Seattle Magazine Top Doctor, Seattle Met Top Doctor, Benaroya Neuroscience Research Chair, AOA Medical Honor Society
- American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Pain Medicine
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Outside the office, Dr. Babington keeps busy with his children, hiking, gardening, and has recently developed an interest in woodworking.
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Was a great experience for a new patient experience !
Swedish Patient
Dr Babington always explains things in terms, I can understand and he always includes me in decision-making.
Swedish Patient
Dr Babington has worked hard to get my problems figured out and I have hope we will get me feeling the best that I can.
Swedish Patient
Everyone was nice from start to finish, thank you all very much.
Swedish Patient
The Doctor was very helpful and told me things about my back that I didn't know where happening and offered help to fix things
Swedish Patient
Of all my doctors I've seen over the years Dr. Babbington listens to my issues, and cares for his patients, I just hope he knows how much I appreciate all that he does.
Swedish Patient
My provider very good service thank you
Swedish Patient
I've been coming to this practice for a while. My questions to the receptionist, MAs , and provider have been there when I needed them . Dr. Babington tries to help me with my intractable chronic pain while keeping me safe I am glad they are part of my healthcare team
Swedish Patient
Always good service
Swedish Patient
I have seen a number of "pain" doctors. Dr Babington is by far the most educated, kind, caring and compassionate doctor!! He listens to what you say and works to find solutions that work for you!
Swedish Patient
Dr.Babington is a very caring Doctor. He always makes you feel that you are part of your health team. I hope there is time for him to take care of himself.
Swedish Patient
Always friendly and very informative I would give swedish as a whole a ten for their willingness to help me with my health problems
Swedish Patient
Good experience.
Swedish Patient
Excellent
Swedish Patient
Dr. Babington has been a fantastic advocate for my pain management. I feel he listens and tries to provide me the best possible's options.
Swedish Patient
"This doctor is a professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and experienced healthcare provider."
Swedish Patient
Dr. Babington really listens to my concerns.
Swedish Patient
So good that recommended another family member who now has an appointment
Swedish Patient
Dr. Babington is a favored provider of mine
Swedish Patient
Dr Babington is my favorite doctor! I wish I could see him for everything. He is so patient and kind and explains everything to you. He's the best doctor I've ever had
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Service I was expecting
Swedish Patient
Dr. Babbington has been my pain specialist for several years now and I can't imagine what my life would be like without him in it. He's a very understanding and caring person as well as Dr. And I am lucky to have him
Swedish Patient
Highly recommend
Swedish Patient
I feel comfortable speaking my mind which says a lot about his "bedside manor" so to speak.
Swedish Patient
Hes the best doctor I've ever had!!
Swedish Patient
Dr Babington is always thorough and caring.
Swedish Patient
Dr James Babington is competent and sympathetic. I cannot say enough good things about him.
Swedish Patient
I have minor problems contacting the correct staff to schedule an appointment, but when I do the staff is always very kind and responsive.The reception staff, nurses, and Dr are all very friendly and informative. I have never left Dr. Babington's office with more questions
Swedish Patient
Dr. Babington was patient, empathetic and made me feel at ease! He also suggested a few resources for to read/watch which I appreciated!
Swedish Patient
Dr. Babington is always so understanding and gives me positive responses to my questions and/or concerns so I always feel that I can discuss anything with him.
Swedish Patient
I am very satisfied with the treatment I have been receiving.
Swedish Patient
My answers of all 10s obviously indicate how pleased I am with the doctor. Dr. Babington was recommended to me perhaps 5-6 years ago and he's been terrific on multiple levels. Besides helping me with severe pain, he's shown insight and care and always takes time. I've had serious issues and he was the first to provide any help with pain from a very impactful accident. Over time he's dealt with my knees and my back and besides the medical care, he's provided guidance on a variety of programs. He recently recommended a knee surgeon within the Swedish system who seemed excellent in my one pre-op meeting. I've already recommended Dr. Babington to others and I know that one older patient found him very helpful. My gen'l dr is at another hospital as is my cardiologist and nephrologist. But I've been very pleased at the multiple doctors I've seen at Swedish and Babington has been a dramatically positive force in helping me medically and psychologically, too.
Swedish Patient
I personally think for the most part everyone is great. Excluding my last visit (receptionist was very personable) the front receptionist could use some training in being more understanding and courteous to the people checking in
Swedish Patient
Dr. Babington is an excellent physician and caring provider. He listens carefully and discusses treatment plans in clear, understandable language. He did not give up looking until he was able to make the correct diagnosis and he referred me swiftly to the right provider, a neurosurgeon, for my problem.
Swedish Patient
Thank you for understandingAnd everything you do for me Dr. Babington. I appreciate you and your help. God bless you
Swedish Patient
Every 3 months when I go see Dr I'm at ease to speak about everything that concerns my health. I'm treated w/respect & I trust what info I'm given. Dr's team is very good. In fact I have recommended him to a couple of my friends that have pain issue's. I'm given as much time as I need at my appointments. I'm very happy.
Swedish Patient
I had a good experience and I would recommend him"
Swedish Patient
Top-notch. Excellent care.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Babbington provides feedback and coaching as I participated in the Swedish Functional Restoration and Pain Management "Boot Camp." That office sets the appointments w. The doctor and that process was seamless. The doctor's feedback and suggestions were very helpful; he's very knowledgeable about chronic pain.
Swedish Patient
He's the BEST!!
Swedish Patient
Dr Babington is always professional, kind and explains everything in easy to understand ways.
Swedish Patient
I have been seeing Dr Babbington for several years now and have recommended him to many people
Swedish Patient
I've always had very good care
Swedish Patient
Doing every thing they can to take away the pain.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Babington is knowledgeable and compassionate. My pain experience over the past year and a half has had a significant negative impact on my life and I feel that I finally have a physician who understands the issues and is willing and able to help. I'm very grateful.
Swedish Patient
This doctor is caring and intelligent.
Swedish Patient
Very good service and very helpful
Swedish Patient
I have great confidence in the care that Dr Babington provides and that he listens to what I have to say.
Swedish Patient
He is just brilliant. Smart, personable, keeps it simple.
Swedish Patient
I was referred to Dr. Babbington by a co-worker. I am very pleased with his professionalism, and the care I receive.
Swedish Patient
Everyone is nice. Knowledge about me. My needs. Thx
Swedish Patient
Dr Babington is the best! He always has the right answers and I have deep respect and confidence in his suggestions and we always work together for positive results. Thank you for taking care of me for years. You are No 1, as far as Im concerned and great at what you do.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Babington is compassionate, kind and helpful. I feel heard and I trust his judgment regarding my care.
Swedish Patient
Very easy to speak with and had answers to all and any questions
Swedish Patient
Dr. Babbington is caring and professional.
Swedish Patient
Excellent physician, office staff, etc.... Very knowledgeable and respectful. I highly recommend.
Swedish Patient
I did have some issues in the way that I was treated but that has been resolved and I'm now happy with my care. Everyone makes mistakes.
Swedish Patient
I'm extremely pleased with Dr Babbington he listens very carefully and shows complete empathy for your situation. I'm confident in his expertise and believe we will find a long-term solution to my medical issue.
Swedish Patient
Everything was as I expected.
Swedish Patient
I'm not satisfied with my visit.
Swedish Patient
I like doctor babington. He understands me and has helped me over quite a few times
Swedish Patient
Extremely good doctor.
Swedish Patient
Knowledgeable, empathetic, well informed, eager to help.
Swedish Patient
very good service
Swedish Patient
For the first time in 15 months of dealing with my injury. I feel like doctor babbington really went above and beyond with me. And Showed me he cared.
Swedish Patient
Good
Swedish Patient
I love Dr BabingtonIf he could be my regular care provider he would be
Swedish Patient
Dr. Babington makes sure that I feel like we are in this as a team instead of just coming in the room for 5 minutes and leaving. He makes sure that I'm doing ok, as much as possible. He's very respectful and kind.
Swedish Patient
I had a family emergency and rather than cancel my appt I was able to change it to a telehealth appt. This allowed me to be home to deal with the emergency and still see the Dr. I really appreciated and was grateful that we could do that since it was an unusual situation. This doctor has been treating me for quite a few years now. I appreciate his willingness to answer questions, be respectful and kind, and his expertise.
Swedish Patient
Always a good visit with Dr Babyington.
Swedish Patient
I'm thankful for the care provided by Dr Babington! Also the up front staff support!!
Swedish Patient
All ways helpful. He is the best
Swedish Patient
Overall very pleased with both doctors that I see at this office.
Swedish Patient
I have seen Dr. Babington for years as my pain management. It took me time to find him after he moved to Swedish but I was thrilled when I finally did.
Swedish Patient
The doctor listens
Swedish Patient
Dr. Babington has a great bed side manner and I have recommended him to a neighbor who was already scheduled to see him but had concerns about seeing a new provider. Dr. Babington has always answered my questions clearly and concisely as well as clarifying issues raised by other providers.
Swedish Patient
I have recommended Dr. Babington to others. I have seen him for serious pain issues, including severe back problems (crushed nerves) from a fall and also for arthritis issues. He's been terrific. On a level inquired about in your survey, everyone on his staff have been excellent and I couldn't be treated any better or respectfully. And regarding the procedures, he's been pretty amazing. I still suffer severe pain, but I've had a spinal implant, various injections and fluid removed from my knees, etc I have limited experience with other pain docs but none have compared. I hope these comments provide feedback that is helpful and serve as reinforcement of the doctor and his staff.
Swedish Patient
I have never regretted choosing Dr Babington. He comes across as someone who genuinely cares about your health and well being.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Explained what he needed to do for my back
Swedish Patient
Dr. Babbington and staff are excellent, extremely the best! And I've had the worst.
Swedish Patient
Doctor Babington always shows he cares about how I'm dealing with the pain I live with everyday. He listens to my issues, and offers advice, I truly appreciate everything he has done for me. Good doctors are hard to find, he's excellent.
Swedish Patient
Babbington is an excellent, very knowledgeable, understanding, extremely intelligent and overall fabulous specialty Dr.
Swedish Patient
He ,from day one, relieved allot of questions from me, and replaced my cares with cures
Swedish Patient
I know Dr babington is my pain doctor but I refer to him more than my family practice he seems to respond to my needs better and quicker
Swedish Patient
Dr. Babington is very informative and explains what course of action I need to help in my overall care! I am very pleased to be receiving such great care from a doctor that is professional and understanding.
Swedish Patient
Good experience, as he had knowledge of my condition and offered resolution
Swedish Patient
Great
Swedish Patient
All went fine w/ all providers
Swedish Patient
I was grateful he actually Listened to me. He heard me. He understood my pain.
Swedish Patient
Dr and staff have treated me with respect listened to my pain concerns, not making me feel ....why are you here ??Dr administered a treatment..didn't work..Dr hasn't given up on me...Dr babington definitely is #1 in his field...If Dr babington hasn't been honored with Dr of the year In the seattle are...he should be...shame on those who nominate Dr's for this honor/ you have over looked the best...after meeting...being a patient....Dr babington's beyond a doubt...simply the best!!I'm blessed... Being referred as a patient....
Swedish Patient
Very good service thank you
Swedish Patient
Dr babbington save my life I never had any relief from pain from anybody nobody seemed to care that I hurt all the time my pain was awful and he helped me through that he's been a great great person to me and I love him dearly he's been super great to me and I would recommend anybody to Dr babington and have sent people to him and he's such a gentle soul I treat him like he's my son cuz I'm old and I love him he's special and he cares about everybody that's my story.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Babington is an exceptional physician a great person listens to what you have to say and does everything to accommodate you.
Swedish Patient
All is just fine
Swedish Patient
Dr is very competent and careful.
Swedish Patient
Dr B immediately knew what the problem seems to be. I'll have MRI today to confirm his Rx. He was such a good listener and kind. (?and easy on the eyes)
Swedish Patient
One of the better offices with Swedish
Swedish Patient
He made me feel "seen", that he understood my challenges and displayed active listening. I came into the appt overwhelmed and exhausted from my condition. I left with clarity, resources, a plan moving forward as a provider that I am thrilled to now have on my team. He expressed emotions and opinions which helped me to get a sense of his personality (this was our first appt) and that made me feel comfortable. I felt valued.
Swedish Patient
Dr. Babington was present, aware, knowledgeable, and compassionate. He really listened with the intention to understand me and the nuances of my situation and my healthcare needs. I felt like a respected collaborator In the process.
Swedish Patient
I LOVE Dr. Babington. He takes the time to provide his patients with all the aspects of their treatment options so that they can make educated decisions.
Swedish Patient
Babington cares about his patients, he isn't doing this just because of the pay. It's easy to see that he actually wants to help you. Quality human, as well as a great doctor.
Swedish Patient
Dr Babington is the best provider because he listens to my concerns and finds ways to help me. I hope he wins the best Doctor, surgeon every year, He is the Best thank you for great service, thank you.
Swedish Patient
Dr Babbington is a very good doctor. He has a kind and gentle bedside manner. He is knowledgeable about pain management. He cares about his patents from my experience.
Swedish Patient
I have received the best of care from Dr Babingtons office. I've recommend his care to several friends and other doctors. I think he's the best.
Swedish Patient
He was kind and compassionate. I felt he understood and cared about my situation.
Swedish Patient
I feel like he listens to my concerns and helps me.
Swedish Patient
I have been seeing Dr. Babbington for more than 3 years and have always received the best care possible. My health care is always most important to these doctors and this clinic. I would recommend them to anyone for their pain and specialty needs.
Swedish Patient
I really appreciated Dr. Babbington's nice demeanor. He seems to really care about his patients. Which I really appreciate.
Swedish Patient
No comment thank you for the good care
Swedish Patient
Very positive to speak with
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Always great experiences!
Swedish Patient
Great doctor, knew what was going on. Really helped me. I look forward to seeing him again!
Swedish Patient
Very satisfied
Swedish Patient
I am so excited to be working with Dr. Babington and I left my appointment feeling more hopeful than I've felt in a while. Thank you!
Swedish Patient
Very professional
Swedish Patient
So impressed that Dr. Babington noticed my left foot "dragging" and no other doctor has noticed it or offered a treatment as he did! He listens with his ears, observes with his eyes, speaks kindly with his voice, and treats you with his heart! Great doctor!
Swedish Patient
Dr Barrington is a great clinician
Swedish Patient
It was the first visit with this doctor. It went ok but not great.
Swedish Patient
Really like Dr.Babington very knowledgeable and listens to me about my issue.
Swedish Patient
Clinical Interests
- Acute Back Pain
- Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome (Amps)
- Back Injury
- Back Muscle Injury
- Back Muscle Pain
- Back Pain
- Baclofen Therapy
- Brachial Plexopathy
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Caudal Injection
- Celiac Plexus Nerve Block
- Cervical Spinal Stenosis
- Cervical Spine Evaluation
- Cervical Spine Injection
- Cervical Spine Injection Evaluation
- Cervical Spine Injury
- Cervical Spine Steroid Injection
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Chronic Lateral Ankle Pain
- Chronic Migraines
- Chronic Pain
- Chronic Tendinosis Of The Ankle
- Chronic Tendinosis Of The Foot
- Complex Spine Deformities
- Cooled Radiofrequency Ablation
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- Deconditioned Knee
- Degenerative Joint Disease Of The Cervical Spine
- Degenerative Joint Disease Of The Lumbar Spine
- Degenerative Joint Disease Of The Spine
- Degenerative Joint Disease Of The Thoracic Spine
- Degenerative Spine Pain
- Epidural Blood Patch
- Epidural Injection
- Erythromelalgia
- Facet Injection
- Facet Joint Syndrome
- Failed Back Surgery Syndrome
- Fibromyalgia
- Functional Pain Disorders
- Gait Analysis
- Geriatric Pain Management
- Headache
- Herpes Zoster
- Hip Preservation
- Hip Sprain
- Interventional Pain Management
- Intractable Abdominal Pain
- Intractable Pain
- Intrathecal Drug Delivery
- Intrathecal Pump
- Joint Injection
- Kyphosis
- Lesions Of Sciatic Nerve
- Lower Back Pain
- Lumbar Herniated Disc
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spine Epidural Steroid Injection
- Lumbar Spine Evaluation
- Lumbar Spine Injection
- Lumbar Spine Injection Evaluation
- Lumbar Spine Injury
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Medial Branch Blocks
- Meralgia Paresthetica
- Musculoskeletal Pain
- Neck Arthritis
- Neck Muscle Injury
- Neck Pain
- Neck Sprain
- Nerve Block
- Nerve Compression Syndrome
- Neuralgia
- Neuritis
- Neuromodulation
- Neuropathic Arthritis
- Neuropathy
- Non Surgical Treatment For Disc Herniation
- Non Surgical Treatment Of Back Pain
- Opioid Issues
- Orthotics
- Pain Clinic
- Pain Disorder
- Pain Management
- Paresthesia
- Patella Injury
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (Pns)
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Peroneal Neuropathy
- Persistent Pain After Orthopedic Surgery
- Phantom Limb
- Pinched Nerve
- Post Laminectomy Syndrome
- Post Radiation Pain
- Post Thoracotomy Chest Pain
- Posterior Tibial Tendon Tear
- Postherpetic Neuralgia
- Primary Spine Care
- Radial Nerve Neuropathy
- Radiculopathy
- Radiofrequency Rhizotomy
- Reflex Neurovascular Dystrophy
- Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
- Repetitive Stress Injury
- Rib Pain
- Sacroiliac (Si) Joint Injection
- Sacroiliac Joint Block
- Sciatica
- Severe Pain
- Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation
- Spinal Cord Stimulator
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spine Arthritis
- Spine Injection
- Spondylosis
- Sports Injury Rehabilitation
- Sports Related Injury
- Sympathetic Nerve Block
- Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
- Tendon Injury
- Tens Therapy
- Thoracic Spinal Stenosis
- Thoracic Spine Evaluation
- Thoracic Spine Injection
- Thoracic Spine Injection Evaluation
- Thoracic Spondylosis
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Trigger Point Injection
- Ulnar Neuropathy
- Upper Back Pain
- Virtual Care
- Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders
Very satisfied
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