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Dr. Cary Kaufman, MD

Dr. Cary Kaufman, MD

Breast Surgical Oncology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Cary Kaufman, MD is a breast surgical oncology specialist in Bellingham, WA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine in 1973. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center and Island Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

2075 Barkley Blvd Bellingham, WA 98226

Make an Appointment

(360) 671-9877

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Kaufman is affiliated with Island Hospital Anacortes, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Kaufman specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Kaufman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kaufman

4.2

17 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
76%
76%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
18%
18%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Lise D. – Jul 02, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
Helpful
Ash G – Aug 13, 2021
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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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 01, 2020
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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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 11, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Apr 04, 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 26, 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
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Bellingham WA – Mar 07, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Providing comprehensive breast health and cancer care.

biography

As a Breast Surgeon and Professor of Surgery in practice for over 30 years, Dr. Kaufman's professional life has focused on individual patient care, with special interests in research, teaching and physician education.  He has lectured on the...read more

  • Breast Surgical Oncology

  • Breast Surgery

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  • Harbor Ucla Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1979

  • University Of Washington

    Internship Hospital, 1974

  • University Of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1973

  • University Of California At Los Angeles

    Undergraduate School, 1969
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office2075 Barkley Blvd Bellingham, WA 98226
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Island Hospital

    1211 24th St
    Anacortes, WA 98221
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center

    3100 Tongass Ave
    Ketchikan, AK 99901

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    11% higher than the national average

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • PeaceHealth United General Medical Center

    2000 Hospital Dr
    Sedro Woolley, WA 98284

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    85%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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