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Dr. Richard Kovar, MD

Family Medicine* Age 69
Dr. Richard Kovar, MD
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Dr. Richard Kovar, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in Seattle, WA.
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Dr. Richard Kovar, MD

Family Medicine* Age 69
Seattle, WA
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44 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Richard Kovar, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in Seattle, WA.

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Dr. Kovar graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences. Dr. Richard Kovar, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in Seattle, WA and has 44 years experience. Dr. Kovar currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with St. Anne Hospital, St. Joseph Medical Center, Valley Medical Center, Swedish Cherry Hill Campus and Swedish First Hill Campus. At present, Dr. Kovar received an average rating of 2.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 8 times. Dr. Kovar's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Kovar also speaks Khmer. Dr. Kovar is board certified in Family Practice and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Country Doctor Community Clinic
    500 19th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (206) 299-1600
  2. 2 Carolyn Downs Family Medical Center Pharmacy
    2101 E Yesler Way, Seattle, WA 98122
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (206) 299-1900
  3. 3 Nova Wellness Center
    2410 E Cherry St, Seattle, WA 98122
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (206) 709-7166
  4. 4 Interpath-World School
    301 21st Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (206) 709-7190

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2.4
Based on 8 Reviews
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May 20, 2022
Dr. Kovar is a no nonsense, thorough, patient doctor. He's the best in Seattle.
AutumnBorn — May 20, 2022
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Languages Spoken
Khmer
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Specialties*
Family Medicine
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Education

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  • George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences
    1980
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  • Family Practice
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Kovar, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kovar's profile.

Dr. Richard Kovar, MD is affiliated with St. Anne Hospital, St. Joseph Medical Center, Valley Medical Center, Swedish Cherry Hill Campus and Swedish First Hill Campus.

Yes, Dr. Richard Kovar, MD holds board certification in Family Practice.

Hospital Affiliations

  • St. Anne Hospital

    16251 Sylvester Rd SW, Burien, WA

  • St. Joseph Medical Center

    1717 S J St, Tacoma, WA

  • Valley Medical Center

    400 S 43rd St, Renton, WA

  • Swedish Cherry Hill Campus

    500 17th Ave, Seattle, WA

  • Swedish First Hill Campus

    747 Broadway, Seattle, WA