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Charles (Steve) Settle, MD

  • 4.9 / 5 (155 ratings)
Pain Management
Not Accepting New Patients
MultiCare Provider
Location
4545 Point Fosdick Dr, Suite 250, Gig Harbor, WA, 98335
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Charles (Steve) Settle, MD is a physiatrist who specializes in the treatment of nerve, muscle, and bone injuries or illnesses that affect the way you move. Dr. Settle's interests include looking at how chronic illness, disability and pain affect his patients' lives, and then exploring ways to minimize the negative impact of their conditions and maximize their ability to function.

Languages: English
Certification: American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Professional School: University of Cincinnati (Cincinnati, OH)
Residency: Highland General Hospital (Oakland, CA); University of Washington (Seattle, WA)
Medical Groups:
  • MultiCare Medical Partners
Medical Association Memberships:
  • American Academy of Pain Management
  • American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
  • Pierce County Medical Society
  • Washington State Medical Society
Practice Philosophy:

I strive to understand how an individual's medical condition impacts them individually, as well as how it impacts their ability to effectively function in their family, community and work. I try to design a treatment approach that will address all of these components, with the goal of improving my patients' overall quality of life. I believe it is imperative that patients play an active role in their health care and that we work together as a team.

Special Interests:

Chronic illness, disability and pain.

  • 5 Provider showed concern
  • 5 Provider explained things clearly
  • 5 Provider included you in decisions
  • 5 Provider discussed treatment options
  • 4.9 Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.9 out of 5 (155 ratings, 43 comments)
  • Mar, 9 2026
    Always for years has been an excellent experience from staff to physician.
  • Jan, 28 2026
    Dr Settle is the Best, sorry to see him Retire,Wish him well.. He will be missed.
  • Jan, 8 2026
    Perfect appointment!! Dr.Settle is the BEST Pain management Doctor in ALL of multicare.
  • Jan, 6 2026
    Dr. Settle has such compassion and kindness and his expertise in pain management is amazing. He is never condescending or dismissive with me. I have been a patient with Dr. Settle for many years and I have recommended him to other people who suffer with chronic pain.
  • Dec, 31 2025
    I see Dr Settle and his staff every 34 months and have for years they know me better than any other medical team I see in the Multicare system. I can say without hesitation, Dr Settle and his team I trust more than anyone else. I don't feel like a number.
  • Dec, 19 2025
    Dr. Settle is very caring and takes all the time necessary to address my concerns.
  • Dec, 8 2025
    Dr. Settle is always very thorough. I leave with all of my concerns addressed. If there are any referrals, prior authorization or other insurance issues, they promptly handle them. This is an overall excellent and efficient office.
  • Dec, 3 2025
    I have referred people to reach iut to dr settle
  • Nov, 6 2025
    Dr settle is a knowledgeable physician, and a great personality he really cares
  • Nov, 5 2025
    Dr has always been professional and caring. I've never had a doctor who listens to me so well. He always comes up with a solution and we try. Beat Dr I've over had.
  • Nov, 4 2025
    Dr Settle is an excellent care provider. I would recommend him.
  • Oct, 2 2025
    Dr. Settle is a caring and compassionate Dr. I am thankful for the service he provides.
  • Oct, 1 2025
    Dr Settle is a very good doctor I would recommend him to anybody I recommended him to my sister who now visits Dr Settle regularly I would recommend him to anybody he is quickly became my favorite doctor and I truly enjoy our visits
  • Sep, 26 2025
    Dr. Settle is the most skilled physician I have ever known. He is personable and has exceptional intuition and professional knowledge. He takes full ownership of his patient's outcomes, and has an even, kind disposition while seeing with great clarity. I wish he could be cloned because we need more like him. I fully believe I am alive although I have very intense chronic pain I have, only because I have the great good fortune of having him as my doctor.
  • Sep, 26 2025
    Basically I'm starting back at the beginning because you have to have x-rays before you can have EMG and MRI or CT so we started at x-rays
  • Sep, 25 2025
    Dr. Settle is the best. He give you the time of day and doesn't try to push you out like other doctors do.
  • Aug, 17 2025
    Dr Settle is the most compassionate Dr I have ever met. Only one other. A rare one!
  • Aug, 15 2025
    Dr Settles explained everything so I understood all of my procedures.
  • Aug, 8 2025
    Very respectful, listens well, addresses the problems & concerns with solutions.
  • Aug, 6 2025
    Dr Settle is kind, he addresses all concerns. He is also efficient.
  • Aug, 5 2025
    I love seeing Dr Settle, he listens, gives advice on what I could do for pain, or any other issue im having. A wonderful, caring, professional Dr.
  • Jul, 23 2025
    I have been seeing Dr Settle for over 10 years and I believe that the quality of life that I enjoyed today he is partly responsible for
  • Jul, 23 2025
    Dr. Settle is a 15/10! I trust him and know he cares about my health.
  • Jul, 17 2025
    Dr Settle gives good options for my concerns, great medical opinions and advice.
  • Jul, 10 2025
    Dr. Settle was very kind and knowledgeable. He was not dismissive as so many doctors can be. He listened to my questions, concerns and my full medical history.
  • Jul, 3 2025
    Dr. Settle was very professional with a lot of caring and always coming up with a plan for me. Makes me feel very comfortable and like my life really matters.