King county, WA

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King County, Washington[edit | edit source]

King County is located in the U.S. state of Washington. The county seat is Seattle, which is the state's largest city. King County is one of Washington's 39 counties and is the most populous county in Washington, and the 12th-most populous in the United States. The county was formed out of territory within Thurston County on December 22, 1852, by the Oregon Territory legislature, and was named after Alabama resident William R. King, who had just been elected Vice President of the United States under President Franklin Pierce.

Healthcare in King County, Washington[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in King County is diverse and comprehensive, with numerous hospitals, clinics, and healthcare facilities serving the residents of the county. The healthcare system in King County is designed to meet the needs of its diverse population, providing services ranging from primary care to specialized treatments.

Hospitals in King County[edit | edit source]

Harborview Medical Center is the only Level I adult and pediatric trauma and burn center in the state of Washington. It is owned by King County, governed by a county-appointed board of trustees and managed by the University of Washington. The hospital has 413 beds and over 4,000 employees.

Swedish Medical Center is the largest nonprofit health provider in the Greater Seattle area. It operates five hospital campuses (First Hill, Cherry Hill, Ballard, Edmonds and Issaquah), ambulatory care centers in Redmond and Mill Creek, and Swedish Medical Group, a network of more than 100 primary-care and specialty clinics.

Virginia Mason Medical Center is a private, nonprofit organization offering a system of integrated health services, including a large multi-specialty practice and a hospital in Seattle. It also has regional medical centers throughout King County.

Overlake Medical Center is a 349-bed non-profit community hospital located in Bellevue. It offers a comprehensive range of services including cardiac care, cancer care, general and specialty surgery, women’s programs, senior care, and psychiatric services.

Clinics in King County[edit | edit source]

Neighborcare Health is the largest provider of primary medical and dental services for low-income and uninsured families and individuals in Seattle. They operate 28 clinics in schools and neighborhoods throughout Seattle and Vashon Island.

HealthPoint is a community-based, community-supported and community-governed network of non-profit health centers dedicated to providing expert, high-quality care to all who need it, regardless of circumstances. They provide comprehensive, holistic care, including medical, dental, behavioral health, and social services.

Country Doctor Community Health Centers is a non-profit organization that operates two primary care clinics and an After-Hours Clinic that provides medical services to individuals and families regardless of their ability to pay.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in King County, Washington is comprehensive and accessible, with a wide range of facilities and services available to residents. From large hospitals like Harborview Medical Center and Swedish Medical Center, to community clinics like Neighborcare Health and HealthPoint, King County is well-equipped to meet the healthcare needs of its diverse population.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care King county, WA



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Abraham Sumam 1003991837 MD F Other 1992 Family Practice 275 Bronson Way Ne Renton WA 98056 4252352800
Acher Nathalie 1801180799 F Other 2008 Family Practice 1310 116th Ave Ne Suite B Bellevue WA 98004 4252856900
Adatia Alnasir 1164474227 M At Still University Of Health Sciences, College Of Osteo Med, Kirksville 1983 Family Practice 30809 1st S Ave A Federal Way WA 98003 2539460666
Aguilar Laura 1124478870 F Other 2016 Family Practice 26458 Maple Valley Black Diamond Rd Se Maple Valley WA 98038 4256565577
Ahmad Haris 1609301878 M Pacific Nw Un Of Hs, Col Of Osteopathic Medicine 2018 Family Practice 2211 Queen Anne Ave N Seattle WA 98109 2068618500
Ajmani Garima 1225484926 F Saint Louis University School Of Medicine 2016 Family Practice 521 2nd Pl N 11 103 Kent WA 98032 4256903491
Akavan Shawn 1780882233 M Other 2004 Family Practice Bldg M Renton WA 98055
Aldaw Rana 1174970776 F Other 2016 Family Practice 100 Ne Gilman Blvd Issaquah WA 98027 4255578000
Aldaw Rana 1174970776 F Other 2016 Family Practice 925 Seneca St Seattle WA 98101 2062236600
Alexander Lise 1114020310 MD F University Of Washington School Of Medicine 2003 Family Practice 1101 Madison St Suite 301 Seattle WA 98104 2065051300

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King county, WA - Specialists


Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Barthel Steven 1730128893 M Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine 1995 Addiction Medicine Bothell WA 98011
Eric Krieger 1134231194 M Other 2022 Adult Congenital Heart Disease (Achd) 728 Edmonds Way Edmonds WA 98105 4256732875
Furiasse Nicholas 1154577260 M Georgetown University School Of Medicine 2008 Advanced Heart Failure And Transplant Cardiology Kent WA 98030
Li Song 1376832998 M Other 2011 Advanced Heart Failure And Transplant Cardiology Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) Seattle WA 98104
La Shell Mark 1205825288 M University Of Kansas School Of Med (Kc/wich/sal) 1997 Allergy/immunology Pediatric Medicine Bellevue WA 98004
Mcclean Steven 1780612887 M Creighton University School Of Medicine 1984 Allergy/immunology Suite 310 Renton WA 98055
Park Audrey 1902016314 F Perelman School Of Med At The University Of Pennsylvania 2003 Allergy/immunology Suite 270 Issaquah WA 98029
Regan Jennifer 1548571284 F Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School 2000 Allergy/immunology Suite 270 Issaquah WA 98029
Vadlamudi Anusha 1902217565 F Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University 2014 Allergy/immunology Shoreline WA 98133
Allen Hugh 1417976713 M University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine 1988 Anesthesiology Bellevue WA 98004

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Allied healthcare providers


Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Brantley-dalglish Ariel 1003287749 F Other 2016 Certified Nurse Midwife (Cnm) Suite 100 Auburn WA 98002
Brown Kristin 1174718233 F Other 2002 Certified Nurse Midwife (Cnm) Suite B Federal Way WA 98003
Chandler Sarah 1144649310 F University Of Washington School Of Medicine 2013 Certified Nurse Midwife (Cnm) Seattle WA 98195 2065984333
Danforth Emalee 1407011364 F Other 2007 Certified Nurse Midwife (Cnm) Seattle WA 98195
Given Nicola 1154883494 F Other 2019 Certified Nurse Midwife (Cnm) Enumclaw WA 98022
Swett Jana 1902950595 F Other 1992 Certified Nurse Midwife (Cnm) Seattle WA 98112
Alleman Jessica 1255901484 F Other 2022 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Seattle WA 98101
Anastasio Jessica 1881976090 M Other 2001 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) 1701 Columbia Rd Seattle WA 98195 2065983100
Asbury April 1770812422 F Other 2009 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Suite 570 Bellevue WA 98004
Barrett Tammy 1346248192 CNA F Other 2000 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Suite 570 Bellevue WA 98004

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