Overview
Kari Keys is a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington.
Dr. Keys is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Necrotizing Fasciitis, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Familial Partial Lipodystrophy, and Congenital Generalized Lipodystrophy.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 18 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
325 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104
1660 S Columbian Way, Seattle, WA 98108
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Seattle Children's Hospital
Dr. Susarla is the Division Chief of Plastic Surgery, the Marlys C. Larson Endowed Chair in Pediatric Craniofacial Surgery, and the Surgical Director of the Craniofacial Center at Seattle Children's Hospital. He is a Professor of Surgery (Plastic) and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Washington.Dr. Susarla is an internationally-recognized expert in pediatric and adult craniomaxillofacial reconstructive surgery. His clinical practice includes management of congenital craniofacial differences such as cleft lip and palate, craniosynostosis, and craniofacial syndromes as well as secondary craniomaxillofacial reconstruction.Dr. Susarla completed his medical degree (MD) at Harvard Medical School and his dental degree (DMD) at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine. He completed residency training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital and Plastic Surgery at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. His fellowship training in craniomaxillofacial surgery was at Seattle Children's Hospital. He is one of the few craniomaxillofacial surgeons in the United States board certified in Plastic Surgery and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.Dr. Susarla has a robust research portfolio, with over 300 publications. He is on the editorial boards for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He has given over 100 invited talks nationally and internationally on craniomaxillofacial reconstructive surgery. Dr. Susarla is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Micrognathia, Metopic Ridge, Craniosynostosis, Osteotomy, and Bone Graft. Dr. Susarla is board certified in Plastic Surgery and Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery.
Seattle Children's Hospital
Craig Birgfeld is a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Birgfeld is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Craniosynostosis, Metopic Ridge, Plagiocephaly, Osteotomy, and Craniectomy.
Otolaryngology-Head And Neck Surgery Center At UW Medical Center - Montlake
Neal Futran is a Plastic Surgeon and an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Futran is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Tongue Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Glossectomy. Dr. Futran is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kari Keys
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kari Keys?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kari Keys by calling their office at 206-520-5000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kari Keys a top-rated expert for Necrotizing Fasciitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kari Keys is classified as an Distinguished expert for Necrotizing Fasciitis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Kari Keys specialize in?
While Dr. Kari Keys is a Plastic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Necrotizing Fasciitis, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, and Familial Partial Lipodystrophy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Plastic Surgery.
Does Dr. Kari Keys participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kari Keys has published 18 articles and abstracts on conditions like Necrotizing Fasciitis. You can view a list of Dr. Kari Keys's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kari Keys accept my insurance?
Dr. Kari Keys accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Community Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-520-5000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Necrotizing FasciitisDr. Keys isDistinguished. Learn about Necrotizing Fasciitis.
- Experienced
- Breast Enlargement In MalesDr. Keys isExperienced. Learn about Breast Enlargement In Males.
- Congenital Generalized Lipodystrophy
- Familial Partial LipodystrophyDr. Keys isExperienced. Learn about Familial Partial Lipodystrophy.
- Hidradenitis SuppurativaDr. Keys isExperienced. Learn about Hidradenitis Suppurativa.
- IntertrigoDr. Keys isExperienced. Learn about Intertrigo.
- KeloidsDr. Keys isExperienced. Learn about Keloids.