Summary

Dr. Karen Peterson is a dual-specialty physician practicing otolaryngology-head and neck surgery and plastic surgery. She completed her medical degree at the University of Iowa and went on to complete her residency at UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine. With 35 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Peterson brings extensive expertise to her patient care. She is fluent in Korean and Spanish, allowing her to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Peterson practices at Swedish Medical Center First Hill Campus and sees patients at locations in both Issaquah, Washington and Pasadena, California. She specializes in treating hearing loss in both adults and children, as well as managing thyroid nodules. Her surgical expertise includes performing fiberoptic pharyngoscopy to examine the throat and voice box, flexible laryngoscopy for detailed vocal cord assessment, and tonsillectomy procedures. Patients have given Dr. Peterson an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 35 years of experience
  • 40 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Korean, Spanish
  • Ucla David Geffen School Of Medicine
  • 65 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 18 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Karen Linnea Peterson has 2 locations

Swedish Otolaryngology Specialists - Issaquah

751 NE Blakely Dr Ste 5010Issaquah, WA 98029

Cedars-Sinai Ear, Nose & Throat - Pasadena

960 E Green St Ste 208Pasadena, CA 91106
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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Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
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4.3 
35 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Korean, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Issaquah , WASeattle , WAEdmonds , WAEdmonds , WA
Med School: University Of Iowa Med School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine Med School: Florida State University’s College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Karen Linnea Peterson

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Pan-American Life Insurance Group
  • Public Employees Health Program (PEHP)
  • Regence BlueShield
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Karen Linnea Peterson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Karen Linnea Peterson has the following 18 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Endoscopy (Endoscopic Surgery)
  • Facial Trauma
  • Hearing Loss
  • Meniere's Disease
  • Neck Injuries
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Polyps
  • Sinus Infection (Sinusitis)
  • Sleep Apnea (Sleep Apnea Syndromes)
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Smell Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Thyroid Diseases
  • Tumors
  • Voice Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Karen Linnea Peterson holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucla David Geffen School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Iowa in 1991.

NPI Number

Karen Linnea Peterson's NPI number is 1518970235.

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What languages does Karen Peterson speak?
Karen Peterson speaks Korean and Spanish.
Where is Karen Peterson's office located?
Karen Peterson's office is located at 751 NE Blakely Dr Ste 5010, Issaquah, WA, 98029.
Which hospitals is Karen Peterson affiliated with?
Karen Peterson is affiliated with Swedish Medical Center First Hill Campus.

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