About
Phil Kramer, MD grew up in Montreal and built an academically distinguished medical career before bringing his skills to Seattle. He earned his MD at McGill University, finishing in the top 10 percent of his class and receiving Dean's Honor Roll recognition. He began radiology training at the University of Montreal before redirecting his focus to family medicine, drawn by the opportunity to develop long-term relationships with patients and practice comprehensive care.
Dr. Kramer has published research on Parkinson disease and myasthenia gravis and conducted work in nuclear medicine and language disorders. He holds dual US-Canadian nationality and speaks English, French, and Hebrew fluently, with some proficiency in Japanese and Mandarin. Outside the office, he enjoys hiking with his dogs Kendall and Chewy, cross-country skiing, and spending time with his wife Gloria.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Dawson College, Quebec
Medical School
McGill University, MD (Dean's Honor Roll, top 10% of class)
Residency
Family medicine training
Additional Training
Radiology training, University of Montreal; pre-medical curriculum, McGill University
Languages
English, Hebrew, French, Japanese, Mandarin
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Kramer right for?
Dr. Kramer is a strong fit for patients who value a physician with deep academic training and broad clinical experience. His multilingual abilities make him an excellent choice for patients who prefer communicating in French, Hebrew, Japanese, or Mandarin. Patients seeking comprehensive primary care with a long-term relationship orientation will find his approach well-suited to their needs. His research background in neurology also benefits patients managing complex or nuanced chronic conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Kramer treats the full range of primary care conditions, including high blood pressure, diabetes, thyroid disorders, high cholesterol, and chronic disease management. He also addresses mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, and chronic insomnia. His clinical scope includes women's health, weight management, and preventive care.
Dr. Kramer holds an MD from McGill University, where he graduated in the top 10 percent of his class with Dean's Honor Roll recognition. He trained in both radiology at the University of Montreal and family medicine before focusing his career on comprehensive primary care.
Dr. Kramer speaks English, French, and Hebrew fluently. He also has some proficiency in Japanese and Mandarin. Patients who prefer to communicate in any of these languages are welcome to do so.
Dr. Kramer has published research on Parkinson disease and myasthenia gravis. He also conducted work in nuclear medicine and language disorders. This academic foundation informs his evidence-based approach to primary care.
Dr. Kramer initially pursued radiology training at the University of Montreal before redirecting to family medicine. He chose the specialty for its focus on long-term patient relationships and the opportunity to practice truly comprehensive care.
Dr. Kramer completed his pre-medical curriculum and MD degree at McGill University in Montreal, graduating on the Dean's Honor Roll. He then began radiology training at the University of Montreal before transitioning to family medicine.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026