Summary

Dr. Kai Engstad specializes in cardiovascular disease with extensive expertise in thoracic and cardiac surgery. He earned his medical degree from St. George's University and brings 25 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Engstad holds certifications from both the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery, demonstrating his comprehensive surgical training. He provides care in English for his patients.

Dr. Engstad practices at Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center and sees patients in Portland, Oregon and Tacoma, Washington. He treats conditions such as lung nodules, collapsed lung tissue, and fluid buildup around the lungs. His procedural expertise includes chest imaging with fluoroscopy, chest X-rays, and CT scans to diagnose and monitor heart and lung conditions. Patients rate Dr. Engstad 4.8 out of 5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 25 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • St George',s University
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. Kai Engstad has 2 locations

Legacy Medical Group-Cardiothoracic Surgery at Emanuel

501 N Graham St Medical Office Bldg 2, Ste 220Portland, OR 97227
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Pulse Heart Institute Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery - Tacoma

419 S L StTacoma, WA 98405
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Kai Engstad, MDKathleen E KriderDr. Jeffrey Michael Drood, MDDr. Herbert J Semler, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
3.9 
25 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 73 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Portland , ORHillsboro , ORVancouver , WAPortland , OR
Med School: St George',s University Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University Med School: Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kai Engstad

  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • First Choice Health
  • Health Plus
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Select Health of South Carolina
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kai Engstad has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kai Engstad has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
  • Pacemaker Implantation
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Thoracic Surgery

Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery

American Board of Surgery

Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Washington, 2026, Expired
Medical Doctor, Oregon, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

St George',s UniversityGraduated in 2001

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Kai Engstad's office located?
Dr. Kai Engstad's office is located at 501 N Graham St Medical Office Bldg 2, Ste 220, Portland, OR, 97227.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kai Engstad affiliated with?
Dr. Kai Engstad is affiliated with Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center.
What languages does Dr. Kai Engstad speak?
Dr. Kai Engstad speaks English.
Does Dr. Kai Engstad accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Kai Engstad has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kai Engstad?
You can find contact information for Dr. Kai Engstad here on Vitals.

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