Summary

Dr. Bethlehem Belachew specializes in ophthalmology, focusing on comprehensive eye care and vision health. She completed her medical training with an internship at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, followed by her ophthalmology residency at Washington University in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Belachew is fluent in English.

Dr. Belachew practices at Virginia Mason Medical Center and sees patients at the Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Medical Pavilion in Federal Way, Washington. She treats conditions such as cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. Her expertise includes advanced diagnostic procedures like retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to evaluate eye health. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • speaks English
  • Ophthalmology, Washington University, Saint Louis, MO, 2010
  • 12 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Location

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Medical Pavilion - Federal Way

33501 1st Way S.Federal Way, WA 98003
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SunClosed

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Bethlehem (beti) Belachew, MDDr. Nathan Derek WilbanksDr. Andrew ChenDr. Renato Ambrosio
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients
4.4 
11 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Federal Way , WASeattle , WASeattle , WASeattle , WA
Med School: Internship, Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, TX, 2007 (Education/Training) Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: Escola De Med Souza Marques (Emsm) Fundacao Tecnico Educacao Souza Marques
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Medical Specialties

Bethlehem (beti) Belachew has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Bethlehem (beti) Belachew has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

Bethlehem (beti) Belachew holds an expired medical license in the state of Washington.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Washington that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ophthalmology, Washington University, Saint Louis, MO, 2010.

Medical School

Graduated from Internship, Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, TX, 2007 (Education/Training) and MD, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX, 2006.

NPI Number

Bethlehem (beti) Belachew's NPI number is 1346450376.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bethlehem (beti) Belachew's office located?
Bethlehem (beti) Belachew's office is located at 33501 1st Way S., Federal Way, WA, 98003.
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Which hospitals is Bethlehem (beti) Belachew affiliated with?
Bethlehem (beti) Belachew is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center.
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