4.3
66 Ratings with 61 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Karen Peterson specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, bringing 35 years of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the University of Iowa College of Medicine and completed her otolaryngology residency at UCLA Medical Center in 1994. Dr. Peterson is board certified in otolaryngology through the American Board of Otolaryngology. She provides care to patients in English.
Dr. Peterson practices at Swedish Medical Center First Hill Campus and sees patients at locations in Issaquah, Washington and Pasadena, California. She treats conditions such as tonsillitis, hearing loss, and thyroid nodules. Her expertise includes performing diagnostic procedures like CT scans and MRI imaging. Patients have rated her 4.3 out of 5 stars on average.
Dr. Peterson practices at Swedish Medical Center First Hill Campus and sees patients at locations in Issaquah, Washington and Pasadena, California. She treats conditions such as tonsillitis, hearing loss, and thyroid nodules. Her expertise includes performing diagnostic procedures like CT scans and MRI imaging. Patients have rated her 4.3 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 35 years of experience
- 40 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Otolaryngology; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Otolaryngology
- 61 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 17 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Karen L Peterson has 2 locationsSwedish Otolaryngology Specialists - Issaquah
751 NE Blakely Dr Ste 5010Issaquah, WA 98029 Tel: (206) 215-1770
Cedars-Sinai Ear, Nose & Throat - Pasadena
960 E Green St Ste 208Pasadena, CA 91106 Tel: (626) 486-0348
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Karen L Peterson, MD | Dr. Amy S. Anstead, FARS, MD | Dr. Lisa M. Mulligan, MD | Dr. Michael J. Wolfe, FACS, MD |
| Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 35 Years of Experience | 38 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Issaquah , WA | Edmonds , WA | Edmonds , WA | Edmonds , WA |
| Med School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Med School: University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine | Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen L Peterson
Medical Specialties
Dr. Karen L Peterson has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Karen L Peterson has the following 17 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
35 Years Experience
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
American Board of Otolaryngology
Otolaryngology
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Otolaryngology; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Otolaryngology
UCLA Medical Center1994
UCLA Med Center1993
University Of California Los Angeles1993
Medical School
University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City IaGraduated in 1991
Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United StatesGraduated in 1991
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- Dr. Karen Peterson is affiliated with Swedish Medical Center First Hill Campus.
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- Dr. Karen Peterson's office is located at 751 NE Blakely Dr Ste 5010, Issaquah, WA, 98029.
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