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Tessa Klinkhardt, MD

  • 4.9 / 5 (353 ratings)
Internal Medicine
Not Accepting New Patients
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MultiCare Tacoma Central Internal Medicine
3124 South 19th St, Suite 240, Tacoma, WA, 98405
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Phone: 253-792-6111

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Tessa Klinkhardt, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician who offers full-spectrum primary care to adults. She has clinical interests in diabetes mellitus, hypertension, congestive heart failure, and geriatrics. Away from work she enjoys hiking, white water rafting, board games and spending time with family.

Languages: English
Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine
Professional School: University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Medicine (Kansas City, MO)
Residency: Madigan Army Medical Center (Tacoma, WA)
Medical Groups:
  • MultiCare Medical Partners

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MultiCare Tacoma Central Internal Medicine

Location Tacoma, WA
Phone: 253-792-6111

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  • 4.9 Provider showed concern
  • 4.9 Provider explained things clearly
  • 4.9 Provider included you in decisions
  • 4.9 Provider discussed treatment options
  • 4.9 Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.9 out of 5 (353 ratings, 76 comments)
  • Mar, 26 2026
    Dr. Klinkhardt is very thorough, and asked all the right questions about our health. She recommends more exercise for my husband (which he needs), explained the POLST form and helped up make decisions and then she signed it for us. We look forward to visiting with her. In addition, she is on top of our medications, makes the renewals on a timely basis. We trust her judgement and feel she cares about us. That said, she is efficient, doesn't keep us waiting at all, and finishes the appointment in a timely manner. Though we don't feel rushed and have and answers to all/any of our questions or concerns. She is terrific.
  • Mar, 10 2026
    Again, this was an in-office visit not virtual. Dr. Klinkhardt is top notch. Easy to communicate with. Personable. I feel very comfortable with her as my PCP. And Latasha (staff) deserves a special nod. Very personable and efficient.
  • Mar, 6 2026
    Dr. Klinkhardt is great. She's personable and informed on best practice. I feel lucky to have her as my PCP. I hope MultiCare appreciates excellent physicians like her so they don't burn out.
  • Feb, 17 2026
    This is my third visit with Dr. Tessa Klinkhardt. I feel I have struck gold. She is warm, authentic, listens well and responds very clearly which expands my understanding. I feel she hears my views with respect and we work as I team for my health. I feel grateful to have her as my physician! {patient name removed}
  • Feb, 11 2026
    Dr. KLINKHARDT made time for me in her busy schedule and was wonderful.
  • Feb, 10 2026
    Her beside manner is lacking compassion or empathy and on somethings she seems dismissive. I know my body and she doesn't seem to care.
  • Feb, 4 2026
    Dr Klinkhardt is always nice and easy to understand her recommendations
  • Feb, 2 2026
    Very caring and compassionate. Answered all my questions and very knowledgeable.
  • Jan, 15 2026
    Dr. K always listens to my concerns and includes me in deciding on appropriate treatments.
  • Jan, 14 2026
    Tessa Klinkhardt does a very though appt I am very happy with her concern and determination to better my illness. Very thankful for her.
  • Jan, 9 2026
    Dr. KLINKHARDT is an exceptional doctor and always actively listens to client concerns/issues. She offers sound medical advice and instruction, and she genuinely cares about her patients. I feel fortunate to have her as my primary physician.
  • Dec, 10 2025
    She's fantastic! Very thorough, excellent explanations that I can understand, clear care plan with steps for follow up.
  • Dec, 8 2025
    Dr. Klinkhardt is a bright young doctor, she's up to date medically and with medications. I trust her. She's also friendly and personable and makes sure I understand whatever medical condition we may be addressing.
  • Nov, 27 2025
    Again, medical staff heard what I had to say and offered relevant and reasonable explanation; responses and recommendations.
  • Nov, 21 2025
    She listens, great eye contact, so easy to understand. I felt truly heard and supported.
  • Nov, 18 2025
    Dr. Klinkhardt is excellent at listening and responding to my medical needs. I appreciate her excellent care.
  • Nov, 18 2025
    I feel my doctor knows me as a person and is up to date on my medical needs. She listens, asks questions, and facilitates my medical treatment.
  • Nov, 15 2025
    Tessa explained how to use my sinus spray in which helped me tremendously. Now my sinuses are clear and much easier to breath through.
  • Nov, 6 2025
    Dr Klinkhardt has been very patient and kind with me. She has shown me respect and has been very informative.
  • Nov, 6 2025
    We had a video appointment and she wants to do more testing and got me a next day in person appointment to do that testing. It is very much appreciated.
  • Nov, 4 2025
    Dr. Klinkhardt is a great listener. She listened to her concerns and gave us timely recommendations for vaccines. She took the time to fully explain when we ask questions I feel she went the extra mile. It was a great experience.
  • Oct, 28 2025
    I am lucky to always feel well treated there, with excellent care, and a clear understanding. I love my doctor and all the staff there. I always feel well treated and well cared for. My questions are always answered and clear. I LOVE IT THERE! I feel very reassured there and am always very comforted about whatever advice and treatments I receive. I look forward to working with the doctor to resolve any medical issues I have.
  • Oct, 15 2025
    Dr. Klinkhardt is a good listener and seems knowledgeable about best practices. I appreciate her soft spoken manner.
  • Oct, 12 2025
    We had a good discussion about numerous topics of concern.
  • Oct, 10 2025
    She listened and was genuinely interested in giving me the best treatment for my pain.
  • Oct, 4 2025
    Everything was wonderful when I came and spoke to the nurse and doctor my concerns were taken care of and handled professionally!
  • Oct, 3 2025
    Dr. Klinkhardt is very friendly and efficient, listens to patient concerns and gives options.
  • Sep, 25 2025
    Dr. Klinkhardt is a superior doctor. She asks good questions, has appropriate suggestions and is very concerned about our health and activities to promote good health, like exercise, etc. And she is so cheerful, caring and pleasant, makes us think we are her most important patients.
  • Sep, 25 2025
    Dr. Klinkhardt is great, no nonsense, is truthful, great listener, up beat.
  • Sep, 24 2025
    Dr Klinkhardt is exceptional. Would not want to work with anyone else.
  • Sep, 16 2025
    Excellent A very caring person. Took time to listen and offered helpful Advice
  • Sep, 9 2025
    Professional, caring about patients' needs, and always asking to be sure all needs are met for the visit. Dr. Tessa Kilinkhard is an excellent physician.
  • Sep, 8 2025
    She was excellent, as has been my consistent experience with her in person and via MyChart interactions. She provides excellent care.
  • Aug, 23 2025
    Dr. Klinkhardt went through all of my med history with me and was very helpful and pleasant.
  • Aug, 22 2025
    I have seen Dr. Klinhardt two times. She really listens, responds to concerns in meaningful ways by giving helpful suggestions, she picks up on details and is present and very kind.
  • Aug, 18 2025
    Dr Klinkhardt does an excellent job. Listens, answers questions clearly and explains next steps. Easy to talk to her.
  • Aug, 16 2025
    My care provider did an excellent job in providing me with the care I need and explained everything to me.
  • Aug, 9 2025
    Dr. Klinkhardt is excellent at providing exceptional patient care. She listens to the patient and works within the pt's parameters to provide care that meets both pt and medical needs.
  • Jul, 22 2025
    Dr. Klinkhardt listened to my symptoms, gave her diagnosis, considered my response, and gave me her direction.
  • Jul, 8 2025
    Dr K was great-identified reason for my problem and discussed several options to help me.
  • Jul, 2 2025
    Dr is so busy, I don't think she needs more patients!
  • Jun, 28 2025
    My Dr. Is a very effective listener and she remembers issues that were discussed on earlier appts. She talks with me not at me. She discusses considerations for specific concerns with me. Taking into account my own opinions, feelings, and feedback. Easy for me to talk to her. She is professional, knowledgeable, considerate, and kind. I feel that she is rooting for me to have the best quality of life that I can.
  • Jun, 27 2025
    I've already recommended Dr K to a friend. She listens to all my questions & explains everything, including changed or new meds.
  • Jun, 26 2025
    Dr. Klinkhardt is amazing! She's thorough, never rushes, takes time to ensure you understand everything and helps me set goals for my health.
  • Jun, 25 2025
    My physician is a straight up tell it like it is, offers suggestions, helps you understand what's going on. A real pleasure
  • Jun, 24 2025
    Very thorough. She provide good information and was patient and attentive to my needs and concerns. I felt valued and well cared for.
  • Jun, 23 2025
    My doctor was very knowledgeable and helpful in providing options for me.
  • Jun, 10 2025
    Love the doctor! She listens very well and addresses problem rather than covering up the symptoms, She amazing!
  • Jun, 7 2025
    Dr. Klinkhardt has knowledge, expertise, caring and a great sense of humor.
  • Jun, 7 2025
    Tessa Klinkhardt was professional and friendly and treated me with respect. I was there for my annual physical, and she knew my medical history and showed genuine concern for my overall health.
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