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Dr. Richard Kozarek, MD

Dr. Richard Kozarek, MD

Gastrointestinal Oncology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Kozarek, MD is a gastrointestinal oncology specialist in Seattle, WA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in 1973. He is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Office Hours

Monday

8 am
to
5 pm

Tuesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Wednesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Thursday

8 am
to
5 pm

Friday

8 am
to
5 pm
Call us 24/7 to securely book an appointment
1100 9th Ave
Seattle, WA 98101

Locations

Franciscan Orthopedic Associates - Port Orchard

Virginia Mason Medical Center1100 9th Ave Seattle, WA 98101
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions
New Patient?
(206) 693-4970

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Kozarek is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center Seattle, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Kozarek is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Kozarek specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital SatisfactionPatients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Kozarek's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kozarek

4.5

16 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
  • 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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Rebekah Reardon – Jul 26, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jun 12, 2020
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Apr 15, 2019
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Apr 05, 2019
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Linda Hagan in Allyn – Mar 23, 2018
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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
6 people found this helpful
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Ellensburg, WA – Jun 14, 2017
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care philosophy

Most illness can be adequately diagnosed but not all illness is curable My job as a physician is to diagnose the cause of patient signs and symptoms and cure with behavior modification medication or the least invasive form of surgery Or if a cure...read more
  • Gastrointestinal Oncology

  • Gastroenterology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Ariz-va Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1978
  • Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1976
  • Dalhousie University

    Internship Hospital, 1974
  • University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine And Public Health

    Medical School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Dr. Kozarek is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

  • ASGE Rudolf V. Schindler Award, 2005

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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Virginia Mason Medical Center

    925 Seneca St
    Seattle, WA 98101
    Recipient of 16
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 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.

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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