David R. Clawson, MD, a practicing physical medicine and rehabilitation doctor in Seattle, WA, believes in a conservative and holistic approach to treatment prior to more aggressive care. He believes that the body can frequently heal with activity modification, noninvasive therapies and modalities, safe and strategic use of medications, good nutrition, exercise, stress management and quality sleep. He is the current Medical Director of the Non-Operative Spine Care Center at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle, WA.