Kevin Hatfield, MD

Doctor Hatfield is great — well-​informed, practical, and has a great bedside manner.

It’s been years since I’ve written about my doctor and I suppose that it’s time to update my review since all these years later I still see him and still think he’s outstanding!
Let me start off by admitting I’m a terrible patient. I should be seeing my doctor at least once a year and it has been… err… a few. But even with a gap in time Dr Hatfield was quick to pick up where we last left off. My favorite thing about our appointments is that he makes fun little notes to himself about each patient. Not just questions pertaining to your health but about your line of work, if you’re single, what your hobbies are, etc. It might seem strange at first but it actually brings down a lot of the nerves and tension that come with seeing a doctor. It’s fun to exchange pleasantries that aren’t just about cholesterol, allergies, and blood pressure. Because let’s face it — that stuff is a drag! So it’s fun to spend a couple mins talking about what’s new and just having a very casual, friendly conversation.
Another thing I need in a doctor is someone that isn’t just kind, but knowledgeable. I’ve always trusted and followed Dr. Hatfield’s advice. And hey, that could be directly related to why I don’t see him too often. I don’t need to! He’s been great with suggestions for over the counter options for allergies, he’s helped me find the right dose of prescription meds I take, and he’s very thorough when it comes to uncovering what any issues might be that you’re having relating to your health.
I also appreciate that he reserves a few slots a day for last minute, emergency appointments. I’ve only had to do this once, many years ago, but I much preferred seeing my own doctor than having to go to the ER or see another doctor that doesn’t know much about me or my health history.
You also can’t beat his office location! I’ve never had to wait more than 5 mins to see him and once the appointment is over I can walk just 50 ft to get my blood work done, and then over to Pacific Place or Nordstrom to shop my heart out. Pacific Place’s parking garage is also among the most affordable garages in the city, so it’s nice to pay $ 6 to park for an hour and only walk a half block to get to the building.
The only thing I still need to know is who Dr. Hatfield’s dentist is. Whitest, cleanest teeth ever! I’ll have to remember to ask him next time I see him.

Kevin is the best. He has been my personal physician for nearly 10 or more years now since he was just starting out. He cares about people. He has literally saved my life at least 3 times when things came out of nowhere on me during the past. He is very busy now as he is so popular but that never has stopped him from taking notice of the little things. I hope to have him for my primary care physician for years to come.

Dr. Hatfield is the best. I have been seeing him for almost 9 years now, and I tell anyone who is looking for a PCP to see him. He always takes the time to hear what your issue is, and is willing to work with you when it comes to treatment plans. I feel very lucky to have found him, and would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone. In fact, my boss is one of his patients now too, thanks to me letting her know about him. She loves him too!

My physician retired last year, and I saw Dr. Hatfield because he is my boyfriend’s doctor. He put me at ease immediately, did some simple in-​office tests and sent me on my way with the prescription I needed and physical things I could do/​not do to speed healing. His demeanor is awesome, and if he thinks you will get optimal results from a specialist, he will not hesitate to tell you.

I’ve been seeing Dr. Hatfield for a couple years now, mostly just for my routine check-​ups, and once because I was feeling dizzy for no particular reason. He’s always friendly and I feel comfortable asking him any kind of question.
As for prescribing drugs, he hasn’t tried to prescribe me anything in particular, and when I was complaining of dizziness he addressed my diet and recommended a couple vitamins I could get from GNC or any drugstore. He also has a lot of experience with sexual health and well-​being.

I went to Dr. Hatfield for several years. It wasn’t until I scheduled a physical, and him and his staff all questioned me as to why since it was 9 – 10 months since my last one. Instead, I was lectured on what is involved in a physical then he billed it as a regular visit not a physical. It was a huge waste of my time. When I went to complain to his boss about it, his response was it was a misunderstanding and that if they didn’t waive the charge he would write it off. I question his ethics, and most of all his intent to provide health care to patients. I have high cholesterol and this physical was important to me. Now, after several months of fighting a $ 200 medical bill which I received nothing but grief, I have the time to find a new Dr. I would think twice before going to the Polyclinic. My wife and I have not been there without having a billing issue, tests that we were charged for that were not authorized by us, etc. If you want to have high bills, incorrect billing, and have no one give a crap on following your health plan than this place will drive you right into the ground.

I saw Dr. Hatfield numerous times for various ailments. I felt that he always rushed me out the door and never really took my needs and concerns seriously. In fact, it seems like he wanted to prescribe drugs that were all-​the-​rage (like Lyrica for Fibromyalgia). He is a nice guy, I just felt that he could care less about what was going on.
Also, I don’t like the fact that the Polyclinic would not let me go to a different Polyclinic location because I had DSHS insurance. I was stuck going to the downtown clinic even though I live in Shoreline. This made it difficult for me especially since I didn’t care for Dr. Hatfield. It doesn’t matter anymore since, as of Jan 09, the Polyclinic no longer accepts DSHS at all.

Dr Hatfield really listens to my concerns and takes them seriously. He does something many doctors I’ve been to have failed at: he updates his theories and his view of his patient based on new information. And most of all, he is very approachable. There is no question I feel I can’t ask him. I highly recommend him to anyone.