4.4
7 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Kelly Puster treats bowel obstruction, acute cholecystitis, and cholelithiasis, and performs laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery and laparoscopy. She has practiced surgery and other specialties for 34 years and speaks English and Spanish.
Dr. Puster earned her medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed her residency at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. She is affiliated with Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital, Multicare Allenmore Hospital, and Multicare Tacoma General Hospital. Patients rate her 4.4 out of 5 on Vitals.
Dr. Puster earned her medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed her residency at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics. She is affiliated with Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital, Multicare Allenmore Hospital, and Multicare Tacoma General Hospital. Patients rate her 4.4 out of 5 on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 34 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
- 1 written review
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Kelly Rae Puster has 3 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Kelly Rae Puster, MD | Dr. Robert Charles Wright, MD | George Stamatoyannopoulos | Anthony Robert Kent Trakas |
| Surgery | Surgery | Medical Genetics | Anesthesiology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 34 Years of Experience | 41 Years of Experience | 68 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, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | ||
| Tacoma , WA | Puyallup , WA | Seattle , WA | Renton , WA |
| Med School: University Of Iowa | Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Athens School Of Health Sciences | Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kelly Rae Puster
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Kelly Rae Puster has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Kelly Rae Puster has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
34 Years Experience
Dr. Kelly Rae Puster 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 Iowa Hospitals & Clinics.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Iowa in 1992.
NPI Number
Dr. Puster's NPI number is 1669477881.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Kelly Puster affiliated with?
- Dr. Kelly Puster is affiliated with Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital, Multicare Allenmore Hospital, and Multicare Tacoma General Hospital.
- Where is Dr. Kelly Puster's office located?
- Dr. Kelly Puster's office is located at 315 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA, 98405.
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