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Emily C Chao, DO
I speak: Mandarin, English
My gender: Female
Where I practice
About me
My family immigrated to the States from Taiwan when I was 13 years old, and I attended high school in the Seattle area. I have always considered Seattle to be home even though I have lived in many other parts of the country. This is also where I met my husband, who has a wonderful sense of humor and is very supportive of my demanding work schedule. Before I became a doctor, I worked as an engineer, and although I enjoyed the analytical aspects of that profession, I missed the human factor. I truly believe medicine is a calling and I appreciate the privilege of caring for my patients every day. I chose to practice at Kaiser Permanente because of its organizational model, with generalists and specialists working side by side to provide coordinated care to all patients. There is also a genuine sense of camaraderie among the staff here.
About my practice
I want my patients to leave each visit knowing that I have addressed their concerns in a compassionate and empathetic manner. I strive to treat as many health problems as I can at each appointment. Although I work with children of all ages, I especially enjoy welcoming babies to the world and watching them grow and thrive. In addition to English, I also speak Mandarin Chinese.
How I thrive
To stay healthy, I practice what I preach to my patients and eat regularly throughout the day with healthy choices. I try to get eight hours of sleep each night and to walk as much as I can. To relax, I enjoy doing yoga, as it provides me with a sense of calm. I am also a big fan of Broadway musicals. On my days off, I spend time with my mother, often taking a walk together or trying a new restaurant. The support of my wonderful family keeps me motivated.
My office
Referral requirements
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Medical groups, locations, and plans
Kaiser Foundation Health Plan - Wa
Plans and networks accepted
- Access PPO
- Boeing HMO Network
- Core
- Elect PPO
- Medicare Advantage HMO Anchor IND Part D
- Medicare Advantage HMO Group
- Medicare Advantage HMO GRP Part D
- Medicare Advantage HMO IND Part D
- Medicare Advantage HMO Individual
- Microsoft
- Options
- Options Federal
- Providence Caregivers
- SoundChoice
- Summit PPO
- Swedish Caregivers
- Virtual Plus - Connect Network
Contact information
- Appointments/Information
- 206-630-3000
- Fax
- 206-630-3001
- TTY Washington Relay Service
- 1-800-833-6388 (toll-free TTY for the hearing/speech impaired)
My training, certifications & licensing
Medical school
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic MedicineBoard certification
Pediatrics
American Board of PediatricsTo verify board certification for an individual practitioner, please visit the American Board of Medical Specialties, the American Medical Association, or the American Osteopathic Association websites.
Medical training
Internship
TCCLINICResidency
TCCLINICJoined Kaiser Permanente
2015Provider ID
024578License information
Look up this clinician’s credentials at the Washington State Department of Health website.
National Provider Identifier (NPI)
1659411718Cultural Competency Training (CCT)
Kaiser Permanente providers complete accredited cultural competency training.My hospitals
I have admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
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08/01/2025