Marie A. Kernie | Seattle, WA | Optometrist

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Marie Kernie works in Seattle, WA and specializes in Optometry. Marie Kernie is affiliated with Swedish Medical Center Cherry Hill Campus.

accepting new patients
4.9

459 Ratings
19 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
459 written reviews
1 award
1 specialty
2 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Female

Patients consistently praise Dr. Marie A Kernie for her thoroughness, professionalism, and empathetic nature, noting that she listens attentively, provides detailed explanations, and takes her time to ensure patient understanding and comfort. Many appreciate her ability to address both immediate concerns and long-term vision care, highlighting a strong patient-doctor relationship often built over many years. However, a few patients mention extended wait times for scheduling appointments, indicating that while the care received is excellent, accessing it in a timely manner can be challenging. Additionally, some patients express difficulty in scheduling certain types of appointments online, which they hope could be improved for convenience.

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Dr. Kernie was thorough, professional, and warm. She put me at ease the my problem would be properly addressed

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
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Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

July 18th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Always a good experience

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Staff was courteous

July 17th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Kernie explains all important issues with my eyes. My only complaint is that I seem to always have to wait for her.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

July 13th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Everything is excellent.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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Staff was courteous

July 9th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Kernie is thoughtful and listens, always kind and doesn't rush through the time. She is attentive to the individual person.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

July 5th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Excellent treatment

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Staff was courteous

July 2nd, 2026 | Source: Partner

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MD was very good

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Staff was courteous

June 30th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Very good service

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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Staff was courteous

June 26th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Keep up the good work

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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Staff was courteous

June 23rd, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr.Kernie was very nice and friendly, explaining well until I understood. I loved to visit her, I wish she can come to Renton clinic, too, for time to time.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling
Saw me in a timely manner
Staff was courteous

June 18th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Pacific Medical Centers Specialty Care - First Hill

1101 Madison St Ste 301Seattle, WA 98104

Tel: (206) 505-1300

Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Marie A Kernie	Dr. Jordan E Jin	Dr. Sarbjit Singh Virk, OK, OD, PhD, FIAOMC	Dr. Long Dao, OD
Optometry	Optometry	Optometry	Optometry
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.9 (459 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
		37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English		Speaks English
Seattle , WA	Bellevue , WA	Bellevue , WA	Kirkland , WA
	Med School: Illinois College of Optometry, Chicago, IL.	Med School: University Of New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: State University of New York College
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Optometry

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Vision Therapy

Marie A Kernie holds an expired medical license in the state of Washington.

Medical License

Doctor Of Optometry with an expired medical license in the state of Washington that expired in 2026.

NPI Number

Marie A Kernie's NPI number is 1487643995.

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Which hospitals is Marie A Kernie affiliated with?: Marie A Kernie is affiliated with Swedish Medical Center Cherry Hill Campus.
What languages does Marie A Kernie speak?: Marie A Kernie speaks English.
Where is Marie A Kernie's office located?: Marie A Kernie's office is located at 1101 Madison St Ste 301, Seattle, WA, 98104.
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