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Dr. Dennis Kao, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
5.0 (3)
Map Pin Small Seattle, WA
Accepting new patients
21 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Dennis Kao, MD

Dr. Dennis Kao, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgery Specialist in Seattle, WA. They specialize in Orthopedic Hand Surgery, has 21 years of experience, and is board certified in Hand Surgery. They graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch and is affiliated with UW Medical Center - Montlake. Dr. Kao, completed a residency at Medical College Wisconsin. Patients rated Dr. Kao an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Kao works at Surgical Services and Hernia Center at Meridian Pavilion in Seattle, WA. They frequently treat conditions like Wrist Fracture, Fracture of Hand and Fingers and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Kao's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion
    11011 Meridian Ave N Ste 101, Seattle, WA 98133 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (206) 520-5000
  2. 2
    Hand, Elbow & Shoulder Center at Harborview Medical Center
    908 Jefferson St Fl 7, Seattle, WA 98104 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (206) 520-5000

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  • UW Medical Center - Montlake

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Peripheral Nerve Injuries
Third-Degree Burns
Wrist Osteophyte
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Arm Surgery
Cubital Tunnel Release Surgery
De Quervain's Release
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Skin Lesion
Fracture Care
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Peripheral Nerve and Brachial Plexus Reconstruction
Skin Grafts
Synovial Biopsy
Wound Repair
Wrist Fusion
Wrist Replacement
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    About Dr. Dennis Kao, MD

    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 21 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Chinese, Mandarin and Mandarin
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    NPI Number
    • 1265503619
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Chang Gung Memorial Hospital|Medical College Wisconsin
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Medical College Wisconsin
    Residency
    Internship
    • Medical College Wisconsin
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Texas Medical Branch
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Hand Surgery and Plastic Surgery
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    Dr. Dennis Kao, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Kao is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Kao works at Surgical Services and Hernia Center at Meridian Pavilion in Seattle, WA. View the full address on Dr. Kao’s profile.

    Dr. Kao has seen patients for Wrist Fracture, Fracture of Hand and Fingers and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Kao on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    Dr. Kao speaks Chinese, Mandarin and Mandarin.

    3 patients have reviewed Dr. Kao. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Kao.

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