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Betsy M. Kean, PA-C

  • 4.8 / 5 (348 ratings)
Orthopedics
Location
111 S 11th Ave, Suite 320, Yakima, WA, 98902
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Betsy Kean, PA-C received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Central Washington University. She received her Master of Physician Assistant Studies degree and Physician Assistant certificate from Idaho State University in Pocatello, ID.

Betsy is currently certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, and holds a fellowship position in the American Academy of Physician Assistants. She primarily specializes in orthopedics focused on the upper extremity. She has previously worked with the under-served mental health population in Yakima County before joining Orthopedics Northwest in 2014. 

Languages: English
Certification: National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
Professional School: Idaho State University (Pocatello, ID)
Medical Association Memberships:
  • Fellow, American Academy of Physician Assistants
  • 4.9 Provider showed concern
  • 4.9 Provider explained things clearly
  • 4.9 Provider included you in decisions
  • 4.8 Provider discussed treatment options
  • 4.8 Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.8 out of 5 (348 ratings, 54 comments)
  • Mar, 23 2026
    Betsy is very efficient, personal and a pleasure to see. I am very lucky.
  • Mar, 13 2026
    Betsy is the best. She listens, explains and is very pleasant.
  • Mar, 10 2026
    Betsy Kean was a great PA. She listens and explains everything I needed to know about my pain. She also explains what my options are on the procedure that she has to perform on me. She's absolutely the best.
  • Feb, 16 2026
    Betsy was helpful, informative, and really seemed to care. She was friendly and quick to take care of the problem I am having
  • Feb, 5 2026
    I was worried about pain from the injection the MA offered to hold my hand... Lol My whole visit was seamless.
  • Jan, 16 2026
    Annual exam. No actual problem or condition. Answered all questions
  • Dec, 24 2025
    Betsy is great. Offered good next steps for determining a diagnosis
  • Dec, 10 2025
    Betsy was very clear in my proposed treatment plan.She also helped ease my pain during this visit.
  • Nov, 27 2025
    Betsy and the staff are always a pleasure to see
  • Nov, 14 2025
    This was such a positive experience for me (I'm 84 & after experiencing a fall in my home resulting in a fractured wrist that necessitated surgery, casting, & many adaptations to doing things, I felt I had a medical team not only interested in assisting me professionally / but doing so in a caring & positive way.
  • Nov, 4 2025
    Gave me the best 2 choices for my treatment and let me decide which choice I preferred.
  • Oct, 16 2025
    The written instructions given after surgery were then changed by the PA at this visit. it wasn't really clear to me why she was making the changes. This was all done verbally so I went away hoping I had a good memory.
  • Sep, 30 2025
    Betsy was very good in explaining my issue and what my options are without being pushy one way or another. Explained everything and left the final decision up to me.
  • Sep, 25 2025
    You knew she cared about you and the problem I have. She showed me the x,-ray and explained what she saw and what I should have done. She allowed me to respond to her suggestions and what I thought about the suggestions she told me about. I would recommend her for sure.
  • Aug, 19 2025
    Besty was great and caring about me and my problems.
  • Aug, 18 2025
    I was extremely happy with the quality of service that I received!
  • Aug, 10 2025
    Again the staff exceeded my expecations for the outcome of my visit and exam.
  • Jul, 15 2025
    Betsy (PA) very friendly and kind. Listened to what I needed and helped with my concern.I appreciate her positive energy.
  • Jul, 7 2025
    This was my first time seeing Betsy Kean. She was awesome! Explained things very well. Asked lots of questions to determine what was causing my pain. I would definitely see her again.
  • Jun, 9 2025
    I was very impressed by Betsy's extensive knowledge and experience with my condition. In addition to her professionalism, she was very friendly and put me at ease when going over my condition and options. I appreciated that I had her complete attention and I left feeling very well taken care of. I have confidence in following Betsy's recommendations, and look forward to our scheduled follow up.