4.3
66 Ratings with 61 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Karen Peterson specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery and plastic surgery, bringing 35 years of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed her residency at UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine. Dr. Peterson is fluent in Spanish and Korean, allowing her to serve diverse patient populations.
Dr. Peterson practices at Swedish Medical Center First Hill Campus and maintains offices in Issaquah, Washington and Pasadena, California. She treats patients with hearing loss, thyroid nodules, and hearing loss in children. Her surgical expertise includes fiberoptic pharyngoscopy, flexible laryngoscopy, and tonsillectomy procedures. Patients rate Dr. Peterson 4.3 out of 5 stars on average for her care.
Dr. Peterson practices at Swedish Medical Center First Hill Campus and maintains offices in Issaquah, Washington and Pasadena, California. She treats patients with hearing loss, thyroid nodules, and hearing loss in children. Her surgical expertise includes fiberoptic pharyngoscopy, flexible laryngoscopy, and tonsillectomy procedures. Patients rate Dr. Peterson 4.3 out of 5 stars on average for her care.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 35 years of experience
- 40 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, Korean
- Ucla David Geffen School Of Medicine
- 61 written reviews
- 1 award
- 2 specialties
- 18 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
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Awards
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Office Locations
Karen Linnea Peterson has 2 locationsSwedish Otolaryngology Specialists - Issaquah
751 NE Blakely Dr Ste 5010Issaquah, WA 98029 Tel: (206) 215-1770
Cedars-Sinai Ear, Nose & Throat - Pasadena
960 E Green St Ste 208Pasadena, CA 91106 Tel: (626) 486-0348
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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| Karen Linnea Peterson, MD | Dr. Michael J. Wolfe, FACS, MD | Dr. Amy S. Anstead, FARS, MD | Dr Daniel Junho Lee, MD |
| Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 35 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Spanish, Korean | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | |
| Issaquah , WA | Edmonds , WA | Edmonds , WA | Edmonds , WA |
| Med School: University Of Iowa | Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine | Med School: University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine | Med School: Florida State University’s College of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Karen Linnea Peterson
Medical Specialties
Karen Linnea Peterson has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Karen Linnea Peterson has the following 18 areas of expertise
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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- Karen Peterson speaks Spanish and Korean.
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- Which hospitals is Karen Peterson affiliated with?
- Karen Peterson is affiliated with Swedish Medical Center First Hill Campus.
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