Summary

Dr. Nathan Christensen is an otolaryngologist specializing in head and neck surgery who earned his medical degree from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine. He completed his residency training at the University of Rochester and brings over two decades of experience to his practice. Dr. Christensen speaks English and has dedicated 22 years to helping patients with ear, nose, and throat conditions.

Dr. Christensen practices at multiple PeaceHealth locations, including Sacred Heart Medical Center at Riverbend in Springfield, Oregon, and McKenzie Willamette Medical Center in Springfield. He also serves patients at Cottage Grove Community Medical Center in Cottage Grove, Oregon, and PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center in Ketchikan, Alaska. His expertise includes treating sleep apnea and tonsillitis, while performing specialized procedures such as middle ear surgery and tonsillectomy for patients age 12 and older. Patients rate Dr. Christensen 5.0 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 22 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • University Of Rochester
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Nathan Paul Christensen has 4 locations

Peacehealth Ketchikan Medical Center General Surgery

3100 Tongass AveKetchikan, AK 99901
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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Speaks English
Cottage Grove , OREugene , OREugene , ORKetchikan , AK
Med School: Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School Med School: Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Nathan Paul Christensen

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Nathan Paul Christensen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Nathan Paul Christensen has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Facial Trauma
  • Hearing Loss
  • Polyps
  • Sino-Nasal Disorders
  • Smell Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Tumors

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

Dr. Nathan Paul Christensen holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Alaska and Oregon.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Alaska that expires in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Oregon that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Rochester.

Medical School

Graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine in 2006 and Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine in 2004.

NPI Number

Dr. Christensen's NPI number is 1952324907.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Nathan Christensen accepting new patients?
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What languages does Dr. Nathan Christensen speak?
Dr. Nathan Christensen speaks English.
Does Dr. Nathan Christensen accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Nathan Christensen accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Nathan Christensen affiliated with?
Dr. Nathan Christensen is affiliated with Peacehealth Ketchikan Medical Center, Cottage Grove Community Medical Center, Mckenzie Willamette Medical Center, and Peacehealth Sacred Heart Medical Center At Riverbend.

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