Dr. Larisa A Kaukonen M.D.
Emergency Physician
12040 Ne 128th St Kirkland WA, 98034About
Dr. Larisa Kaukonen practices Emergency Medicine in Kirkland, WA. Dr. Kaukonen assesses patients who seek immediate medical attention at any time of day or night. Emergency Medicine Physicians are trained to efficiently work with each patient and situation no matter how acute or life-threatening. Dr. Kaukonen examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses conditions, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Univ of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca 1987
University of CA/LA School of Medicine/Student Affiars
University of California 1987
Board Certification
Emergency MedicineAmerican Board of Emergency MedicineABEM
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