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Kim Abson, MD

Specializes in Dermatology


Not accepting new patients

Board certifications

  • American Board of Dermatology

Overview

Philosophy of care

Applying the latest knowledge in medical dermatology to patient care. Treating every patient as if they were a family member.

Dr. Abson's interests include adult and pediatric dermatology, the detection and management of skin cancers, and helping patients who have undergone solid organ or bone marrow transplants manage their increased risk of skin cancer.

Dr. Abson emphasizes medical dermatology over cosmetic. She is a clinical professor at the University of Washington Dermatology Department and Medical Director of Recruitment and Retention, and Clinical Research at The Polyclinic.

Qualifications

Medical School

University of Washington, Seattle, WA

Residency

Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC

Provider Professional Associations
  • Medical Dermatology Society
  • Society of Dermatology Hospitalists

Accomplishments

Awards
Seattle Met Best-of-Best Top Doctor, Seattle Magazine Top Doc
Sage award outstanding clinical - Optum 2023
Distinguished Teaching Award, UW, Dermatology Department, 1999-2000 and 2012

Hospital affiliations

Affiliated with
Swedish Medical Center

Languages

I speak English

Gender

Female
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Patient comments

  • February 26, 2025
    5 out of 5 patient rating

    I've been seeing Dr. Abson for many, many years. She's wonderful and has always given me the best care.

  • February 26, 2025
    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Dr. Abson and her team are awesome. I have a very severe medical condition and they have been so helpful!

  • February 21, 2025
    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Dr. Abson is the best! I've been going to her for years. She really cares about her patients.And she's always on time!

  • February 20, 2025
    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Again, Dr Abson is extremely knowledgeable and professional, along with friendly and kind.

  • February 18, 2025
    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Dr. Abson is a wonderful doctor. She's extremely knowledgeable, she's caring, and she never seems rushed. She's simply the best!

  • February 18, 2025
    5 out of 5 patient rating

    No complaints at this time (five days after clinic visit)

  • February 14, 2025
    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Dr. Abson is always welcoming, very approachable and thorough will excellent and timely follow up.

  • February 13, 2025
    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Dr Abson is fantastic!

  • February 12, 2025
    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Dr Absen is outstanding in every way. She always goes above and beyond to meet my needs. She is the most competent physician I have ever been to. I can't say enough about her and couldn't ask for anything more.

  • February 12, 2025
    5 out of 5 patient rating

    Dr Abson is the best ever. Timely, professional, friendly, a great listener. I am at the zpolyclinic because of her.

Rated: 5.0 out of 5 stars (1473 ratings)

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Contact information

Fax
  • 1-206-860-2219

Locations (1)

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Employed
NPI # 1215902135