Summary

Dr. Douglas Sorensen specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, bringing extensive expertise to the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the ear, nose, throat, and neck region. He earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences in Bethesda, Maryland, and completed his residency training at Fitzsimmons Army Medical Center in Aurora, Colorado, and the University of Colorado Health Sciences in Denver. Dr. Sorensen further advanced his expertise through a fellowship at the prestigious MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas, focusing on complex head and neck cancer cases. He holds board certification in otolaryngology from the American Board of Otolaryngology and is also a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Sorensen is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Sorensen practices at Saint Anthony Hospital and sees patients at Franciscan Ear, Nose & Throat Associates in Tacoma, Washington. His clinical expertise includes treating sinusitis and chronic sinusitis, helping patients find relief from these common but often persistent conditions. He also specializes in head and neck cancer care, drawing from his fellowship training to provide comprehensive treatment for these complex cases. Dr. Sorensen utilizes advanced diagnostic tools including CT scans and pathology tests to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. Patients consistently rate their experience with him highly, giving him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 47 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX
  • 24 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Franciscan Ear, Nose & Throat Associates at St. Joseph

1608 S J Street 5th FloorTacoma, WA 98405
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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28 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Tacoma , WAEdmonds , WAEdmonds , WAEdmonds , WA
Med School: Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD Med School: Florida State University’s College of Medicine Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Douglas M Sorensen

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • Coordinated Care Health
  • Devoted Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • First Choice Health
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Optum Health
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Premera Blue Cross - HMO
  • Regence Blue Shield of Washington
  • Regence Blue Shield of Washington - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Zenith

Medical Specialties

Dr. Douglas M Sorensen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Douglas M Sorensen has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Facial Trauma
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Hearing Loss
  • Polyps
  • Smell Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Tumors
  • Voice Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Otolaryngology

Otolaryngology

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Washington, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX

Residency

Fitzsimmons Army Medical Center Aurora CO; University of Colorado Health Sciences, Denver, CO

Medical School

Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD

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Dr. Douglas Sorensen is affiliated with Saint Anthony Hospital.
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Dr. Douglas Sorensen's office is located at 1608 S J Street 5th Floor, Tacoma, WA, 98405.
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