Summary

Dr. Kelly Puster is a surgeon with 34 years of experience providing comprehensive surgical care. She earned her medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed her residency at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. Dr. Puster is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve diverse patient populations throughout the region.

Dr. Puster practices at multiple MultiCare facilities in Tacoma and Puyallup, including Good Samaritan Hospital, Allenmore Hospital, and Tacoma General Hospital. She specializes in treating gallbladder conditions such as gallstones and gallbladder inflammation. Her expertise also includes managing bowel obstructions and other complex surgical conditions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Puster highly, giving her an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.4
  • 34 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Kelly Rae Puster has 3 locations

Multicare Tacoma General Hospital

315 Martin Luther King Jr WayTacoma, WA 98405

Multicare Allenmore Hospital

1901 S Union AveTacoma, WA 98405

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Dr. Kelly Rae Puster, MDDr. Robert Charles Wright, MDDr. Bryce Robert Robinson, MDDr. Andrew John Saxon, MD
SurgerySurgeryCritical Care MedicinePsychiatry
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
4.5 
34 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English
Tacoma , WAPuyallup , WASeattle , WASeattle , WA
Med School: University Of Iowa Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kelly Rae Puster

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Kelly Rae Puster has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kelly Rae Puster has the following area of expertise

  • Other

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Washington, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics

Medical School

University Of IowaGraduated in 1992

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Which hospitals is Dr. Kelly Puster affiliated with?
Dr. Kelly Puster is affiliated with Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital, Multicare Allenmore Hospital, and Multicare Tacoma General Hospital.
Does Dr. Kelly Puster accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Where is Dr. Kelly Puster's office located?
Dr. Kelly Puster's office is located at 315 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA, 98405.
Does Dr. Kelly Puster accept my insurance?
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