Summary

Dr. Douglas King is a surgeon who earned his medical degree from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University. He completed his residency training at the University of Washington Program, building the foundation for what has become a distinguished 42-year career in surgery. His extensive experience spans more than four decades of patient care, and he provides services in English.

Dr. King practices at MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital and sees patients at MultiCare General Surgery in Puyallup, Washington. He specializes in treating various types of hernias, including ventral, inguinal, and umbilical hernias. His surgical expertise includes hernia repair procedures for both adult and pediatric patients, with particular focus on inguinal hernia repair techniques. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 42 years of experience
  • 39 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Washington Program
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area 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

Office Location

MultiCare General Surgery - Puyallup

1519 Third St. SE Suite 230Puyallup, WA 98372
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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SurgerySurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
42 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Puyallup , WAPuyallup , WASeattle , WALakewood , WA
Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Douglas King

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AmeriGroup
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • Devoted Health
  • First Choice Health
  • GEHA
  • Hawaii Medical Assurance Association (HMAA)
  • Health Plus
  • Humana
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Optum Health - HMO
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Regence Blue Shield of Washington
  • Regence Blue Shield of Washington - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Douglas King has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Douglas King has the following area of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Douglas King 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 University of Washington Program and University Of Washington.

Medical School

Graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University in 1984.

NPI Number

Douglas King's NPI number is 1184643611.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Douglas King speak?
Douglas King speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas King?
You can find contact information for Douglas King here on Vitals.
Is Douglas King accepting new patients?
Douglas King is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Douglas King's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Douglas King accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Douglas King accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Douglas King affiliated with?
Douglas King is affiliated with Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital.

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