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Akiko Kurachi, MD

Akiko Kurachi, MD

Optum Provider

Specialty

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Languages

English, Japanese

Phone Number

1-206-860-4541

Fax Number

1-206-860-4587

Seeing patients at

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9 reviews

    • Reviewed on Aug 14, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr. Kurachi really put me at ease, and I feel very fortunate to have been referred to her for an important decision. Thanks to her clear communication and insights, I now have a good sense of my issues and my options for treatment, and I have confidence in knowing she will be ushering me through the process.

    • Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026
    • Verified Review

    If I had another uterus, I would have Dr Kurachi remove it. She was thorough and empathetic. She listened and answered my questions and made sure I understood the answer.

    • Reviewed on May 21, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr. Kurachi was great. I appreciated the care and effort she made in explaining health issues and providing options for care and follow-up. I felt informed and respected.

    • Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr Kurachi is a gift.

    • Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Doctor did not remember anything about previous appointment or plan, did not remember why were waiting to start treatment, doctor told me she sent a prescription while we were on the phone because It was time sensitive medicine, then It was never sent. Resulting In waiting another month to start treatment

    • Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
    • Verified Review

    I was very impressed with this doctor. It was a huge comfort to have someone listen and care.

    • Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr addressed me right when she came in, listened to my explanation first, then outlined a plan, explained the benefits of the plan and how it could work for me, reviewed all of my previous labs and told me she was there for me. Made me feel heard and respected

    • Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025
    • Verified Review

    Doctor was passionate about women's health care and explained the test and likely outcomes and follow up treatments

    • Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025
    • Verified Review

    This was my first visit with Dr. Kurachi and I really liked working with her.

  • About Akiko Kurachi, MD

    Dr. Kurachi provides routine and high-risk obstetrical care including annual well-woman visits, office-based care and surgical procedures. She promotes and supports natural childbirth and has a special interest in minimally invasive gynecological surgical options. Outside of work, Dr. Kurachi enjoys listening to and playing music, cooking, baking, hiking, traveling and spending time with family.

    Philosophy of care

    I really enjoy forming a long-term relationship with my patients, through all stages of life. I like to focus on personalizing each plan of care, whether for her pregnancy or for any gynecological issues. I enjoy discussing options so we can make decisions together.

    Gender

    Female

    Board certifications

    American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Network Name

    The Polyclinic

    NPI

    1548372303

    Hospital affiliations

    Swedish Medical Center - First Hill

  • Education

    Medical School

    • University of Michigan

      Ann Arbor, MI

    Residency

    • University of Washington Medical Center

      Seattle, WA

  • Awards and Publications

    Seattle Met Magazine Top Doc