Mien-Chi Chen, MD
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Jul 30, 2026
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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
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Jul 26, 2026
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Very efficient and thorough in addressing my concerns.
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- 5.0 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.
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Jul 22, 2026
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M. C. Chen is Excellent. Knowledgeable, compassionate, and a pleasure to talk with.
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Jul 22, 2026
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Ive been a patient of Dr. Chens for many years. He is kind , listens and truly cares.
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Jun 18, 2026
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Dr Chen found my problem and fixed it, I have been smiling ever since
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026
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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.
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Jun 5, 2026
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Dr Chen was great. Explanations were great solutions recommended and plan developed that I can follow.
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- 5.0 Reviewed on May 29, 2026
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Dr. Chen is an excellent doctor! He is very knowledgeable. He listens well, answers all my questions,works collaboratively, is professional, and kind.
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- 5.0 Reviewed on May 15, 2026
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Compassion for the patient and works well with his assistants and they work well with him.
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- 4.0 Reviewed on May 6, 2026
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Physician is fine. Optum is terrible
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Apr 18, 2026
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Very competent, I would highly recommend him.
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Apr 18, 2026
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Dr. Chen is remarkably thorough, professional, pleasant, and a great listener.
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
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Dr. Chen is an excellent physician with a very warm personality. I got the feeling that he cares for me and spends time explaining.
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
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Dr Chen is hands down my favorite clinician in. [omitted]. I pray he doesn't retire soon
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026
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Dr Chen is an excellent doctor
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026
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Dr. Chen is very thorough and I'm always impressed with how well he remembers me and the issues we are dealing with! He is also very friendly and caring! He has been really helpful in helping me to find answers to my health even outside my ENT issues.
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
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Dr Chen takes time to listen and explain carefully.
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026
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Dr Chen is always very thorough and I feel his judgment is to be trusted on recommendations.
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- 5.0 Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
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Very thorough and on top of things. Answered my questions effectively, with metaphors I can remember.
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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
Employed or contracted
Employed
Network Name
The Polyclinic
NPI
1407822679
Hospital affiliations
Swedish Medical Center - First Hill
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Education
Residency
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University of California San Diego
San Diego, CA
Internship
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University of California San Diego
San Diego, CA
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Awards and Publications
Seattle Met Magazine Top Doc
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