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Dr. Kara Carlson, MD

Dr. Kara Carlson, MD

Breast Radiology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Kara Carlson, MD is a breast radiology specialist in Issaquah, WA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 1992. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Providence Regional Medical Center Everett and Swedish First Hill Campus. She is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

1301 4th Ave NW Ste 203 Issaquah, WA 98027

Make an Appointment

(425) 637-0951

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Carlson specializes in the area of Diagnostic Radiology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Carlson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Carlson

4.3

12 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Heidi Howard Harder – Jan 08, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 07, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 06, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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J Christopherson – Oct 08, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 05, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Feb 07, 2020
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About Me

biography

Dr. Kara Carlson is a board certified diagnostic radiologist specializing in breast imaging and interventions. She is the medical director of the Rayus Radiology Issaquah Breast center offering the latest in breast imaging technology with 3D tomosynthesis...read more

  • Breast Radiology

  • Diagnostic Radiology

  • Mammography

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  • University Mich

    Fellowship Hospital, 1998

  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1997

  • Evanston Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1993

  • University Of Iowa Carver College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Radiology®
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Diagnostic Radiology
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  • Fellow of the Year, Univ. Of Michigan, 1998

  • Marilyn Willingham Memorial Award, 2006

  • Nom. Top Doctor for Women, Breast Cancer Imaging, 2003

  • Promise of One Award, Susan G Komen for the Cure, 2009

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Locations

Practice

Rayus Radiology Issaquah Breast Center1301 4th Ave NW Ste 203 Issaquah, WA 98027
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Rayus Radiology- Bellevue Breast Center1810 116th Ave NE Ste 101 Bellevue, WA 98004
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Swedish Issaquah Campus

    751 NE Blakely Dr
    Issaquah, WA 98029
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Swedish First Hill Campus

    747 Broadway
    Seattle, WA 98122
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • Providence Regional Medical Center Everett

    1700 13th St
    Everett, WA 98201
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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