Summary

Dr. Karen Peterson specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, focusing on comprehensive care for ear, nose, and throat conditions. She earned her medical degree from the University of Iowa College of Medicine in Iowa City and completed her residency training in otolaryngology at UCLA Medical Center in 1993 and 1994. With 35 years of experience in the field, Dr. Peterson is board-certified in otolaryngology by the American Board of Otolaryngology. She provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Peterson practices at Swedish Medical Center First Hill Campus and sees patients at locations in Issaquah, Washington and Pasadena, California. She treats conditions such as tonsillitis, hearing loss, and thyroid nodules. Her expertise includes performing diagnostic procedures like CT scans, MRI, and cranial ultrasound to help evaluate and diagnose ear, nose, and throat conditions. Patients rate Dr. Peterson 4.3 out of 5 stars for her care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 35 years of experience
  • 40 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Otolaryngology; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Otolaryngology
  • 61 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 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

Dr. Karen L 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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4.3 
4.7 
35 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Issaquah , WAEdmonds , WAEdmonds , WASeattle , WA
Med School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine Med School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen L 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

Dr. Karen L Peterson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karen L Peterson has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Endoscopy (Endoscopic Surgery)
  • Facial Trauma
  • Hearing Loss
  • Meniere's Disease
  • Neck Injuries
  • 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

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Otolaryngology

Otolaryngology

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Otolaryngology; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Otolaryngology
UCLA Medical Center1994
UCLA Med Center1993
University Of California Los Angeles1993

Medical School

University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City IaGraduated in 1991
Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United StatesGraduated in 1991

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Dr. Karen Peterson's office is located at 751 NE Blakely Dr Ste 5010, Issaquah, WA, 98029.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Karen Peterson affiliated with?
Dr. Karen Peterson is affiliated with Swedish Medical Center First Hill Campus.

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