Summary

Dr. Douglas Sorensen is an otolaryngologist specializing in head and neck surgery who earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences in Bethesda, Maryland. He completed his residency training at Fitzsimmons Army Medical Center in Aurora, Colorado, and the University of Colorado Health Sciences in Denver, Colorado, before pursuing fellowship training at the prestigious MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. Dr. Sorensen holds board certification in otolaryngology from the American Board of Otolaryngology and maintains his Fellowship of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) designation. He 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 focuses on treating sinus conditions, including both acute and chronic sinusitis. He also addresses structural nasal problems such as deviated nasal septum that can affect breathing and quality of life. Among the procedures he performs is radio frequency volume reduction for the nose, which helps patients with nasal obstruction issues. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

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

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

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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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
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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: Wayne State University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by 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

Douglas M Sorensen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

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

Douglas M Sorensen holds an active medical license in the state of Washington. They are board certified in Otolaryngology by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Otolaryngology by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Washington that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX.

Residency

Completed their residency at Fitzsimmons Army Medical Center Aurora CO; University of Colorado Health Sciences, Denver, CO.

Medical School

Graduated from Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD.

NPI Number

Douglas M Sorensen's NPI number is 1669448346.

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