Dr. Yi Kao, MD, Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist - State College, PA | Sharecare (2024)

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4.1 (27 Ratings)

Ear, Nose, and Throat* Age 70

State College, PA

Accepting new patients

48 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Yi Kao, MD is

an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist

in State College, PA.

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Dr. Yi Kao, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in State College, PA and has 48 years experience. They graduated from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College in 1976 and completed a residency at Portsmouth Naval Hospital.They currently practice at Mount Nittany Physician Group Ear, Nose & Throat/Audiology and are affiliated with Mount Nittany Medical Center. At present, Dr. Kao received an average rating of 4.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 27 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Kao also speaks Chinese. Dr. Kao is board certified in Otolaryngology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. Mount Nittany Physician Group Ear, Nose & Throat/Audiology

    3901 S Atherton St Ste 6, State College, PA 16801
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Mar 21, 2024

I’ve been a patient of Dr. Kao for over 25 years. He is an awesome ENT. He listens to all your concerns. I?ve had several procedures done recent, fully awake, and I had no fear or pain. My parents, husband, daughter and friends are his patients. Dr. Kao has perfected techniques and patented other surgical procedures. He is always the first ENT to use the newest technology. You?ll never find a better doctor.

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Languages Spoken

Chinese

Languages Spoken

Specialties*

Ear, Nose, and Throat

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Education

Education

Medical Education

  • Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College
    1976

Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications

  • Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

Board Certifications

What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship

  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
    1977

Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital

  • Portsmouth Naval Hospital
    1983

Residency Hospital

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Yi Kao, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kao's profile.

Dr. Kao in specializes in Ear, Nose, and Throat. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Kao's office is located at 3901 S Atherton St Ste 6 State College, PA 16801. You can find other locations and directions on Sharecare.

Dr. Kao is able to speak Chinese. View profile to see all.

Dr. Kao provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.

Dr. Yi Kao, MD is affiliated with Mount Nittany Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Yi Kao, MD holds board certification in Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Dr. Yi Kao, MD has a star rating of 4.1/5. See more patient feedback on Sharecare.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Mount Nittany Medical Center

    1800 E Park Ave, State College, PA

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