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Mien-Chi Chen, MD

Mien-Chi Chen, MD

Optum Provider

Specialty

Otolaryngology

Languages

English

Phone Number

1-206-860-2384

Fax Number

1-206-357-5041

Seeing patients at

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35 reviews

    • Reviewed on Aug 29, 2026
    • Verified Review

    I have been a patient of Dr Chen for several years. He is an extremely knowledgeable and skilled EN&T surgeon. I have total confidence in his abilities to proved me exceptional care.

    • Reviewed on Aug 25, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr. Chen was remarkably unprepared for this appointment

    • Reviewed on Aug 24, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr. Chen was clear in his explanations and listened to my problems, showing concern and delineating all the aspects to be considered in treatment. I was also very grateful that he was able to see me on short notice.

    • Reviewed on Aug 9, 2026
    • Verified Review

    I have been seeing Dr. Chen for several years and consider him an excellent physician. He knows his stuff and is personable and caring in his delivery.

    • Reviewed on Aug 7, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr. Chen is a wonderful doctor.

    • Reviewed on Jul 30, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr Chen is one of the few doctors who will actually drill deep In his questions and strategies. I don't feel like it's the same-old same- old with him. I felt like he gave enough time to the issue, which I really appreciate

    • Reviewed on Jul 26, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Very efficient and thorough in addressing my concerns.

    • Reviewed on Jul 23, 2026
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    Every conversation was detailed, thorough and highly professional. I left feeling well cared for and I was extremely impressed with the level of care I received.

    • Reviewed on Jul 22, 2026
    • Verified Review

    M. C. Chen is Excellent. Knowledgeable, compassionate, and a pleasure to talk with.

    • Reviewed on Jul 22, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Ive been a patient of Dr. Chens for many years. He is kind , listens and truly cares.

    • Reviewed on Jun 18, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr Chen found my problem and fixed it, I have been smiling ever since

    • Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr. Chen had my medical records at his fingertips and discussed my prior MRI results in the context of my current issue. He explained what's contributing to my current issue by showing me how it looks on the MRI.

    • Reviewed on Jun 5, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr Chen was great. Explanations were great solutions recommended and plan developed that I can follow.

    • Reviewed on May 29, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr. Chen is an excellent doctor! He is very knowledgeable. He listens well, answers all my questions,works collaboratively, is professional, and kind.

    • Reviewed on May 15, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Compassion for the patient and works well with his assistants and they work well with him.

    • Reviewed on May 6, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Physician is fine. Optum is terrible

    • Reviewed on Apr 18, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Very competent, I would highly recommend him.

    • Reviewed on Apr 18, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr. Chen is remarkably thorough, professional, pleasant, and a great listener.

    • Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr. Chen is an excellent physician with a very warm personality. I got the feeling that he cares for me and spends time explaining.

    • Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
    • Verified Review

    Dr Chen is hands down my favorite clinician in. [omitted]. I pray he doesn't retire soon

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  • About Mien-Chi Chen, MD

    Dr. Chen's special interests include sinus surgery, pediatric otolaryngology, including the placement of ear tubes, adult general otolaryngology, snoring and sleep apnea surgery and Coblation, and head and neck tumor surgery. Dr. Chen sees pediatric patients ages 2+. Dr. Chen is a Clinical instructor of otolaryngology for Swedish Family Medicine and a moderator for otolaryngology at the Head and Neck Radiology Conference.

    Philosophy of care

    I believe in a patient's autonomy and choice in selecting the treatment of his/her illness. My role as a physician is to inform and educate the patient regarding treatment options and to provide guidance in their decision making process.

    Gender

    Male

    Board certifications

    American Board of Otolaryngology

    Network Name

    The Polyclinic

    NPI

    1407822679

    Hospital affiliations

    Swedish Medical Center - First Hill

  • Education

    Residency

    • University of California San Diego

      San Diego, CA

    Internship

    • University of California San Diego

      San Diego, CA

  • Awards and Publications

    Seattle Met Magazine Top Doc