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Michelle Valerie Carle, MD
My gender: Female
This clinician requires a referral
Where I practice
About me
I grew up in Alberta, Canada. My father pursued his fellowship in Seattle, Washington. My brother was also born here, which is why this place is so special to me and my family. After residency, my husband and I moved to Los Angeles for fellowships. Shortly thereafter, we began our careers in Fresno, California, and welcomed two wonderful children into our lives. A classically trained pianist and vocalist, I ran varsity track and cross country during college. I speak fluent French, English, and ophthalmic Spanish.
About my practice
I'm inspired by ongoing advances in ophthalmology, specifically new research in the field of retina/vitreous. Fixing problems and helping patients through difficult times make my job incredibly rewarding. Joining Kaiser Permanente allows me to be part of a team that delivers excellent eye care, from primary care and prevention to sub specialty surgery. Here, patients receive seamless care with an emphasis on treating the whole person, not just a single organ. This allows patients to take optimum care of themselves and their families while allowing me to collaborate with other providers to offer the best care overall. My goal is to provide my patients with tailored care for their specific retinal/ophthalmic diagnoses. I understand the fear of vision loss and want to help reverse that whenever possible. My patients range in age from preemies to centenarians. I love the art of surgery and the long-term patient-provider relationships that form in ophthalmology.
How I thrive
I enjoy spending time with my family (two kids, my neurosurgeon husband, and Yorkshire terrier). I love running, biking, hiking, and camping, as well as cooking and eating with my family.
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
- Main Number
- 1-800-562-6300 (toll free)
- Main Number
- 206-326-3000
- TTY Washington Relay Service
- 1-800-833-6388 (toll-free TTY for the hearing/speech impaired)
My training, certifications & licensing
Medical school
University of Alberta School of MedicineBoard certification
This information is not available at this time.Medical training
Fellowship
Retina Vitreous Associates Medical GroupInternship
University of Alberta HospitalResidency
University of Alberta HospitalJoined Kaiser Permanente
2024Provider ID
074519License information
Look up this clinician’s credentials at the Washington State Department of Health website.
National Provider Identifier (NPI)
1649556523Cultural 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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03/01/2026