Dr. Karen L Starr MD
Internist
17 Centre Ct Palmyra VA, 22963About
Dr. Karen Starr is an internist practicing in Palmyra, VA. Dr. Starr specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Starr provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Univ of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md 1986
University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools 1986
University of Maryland School of Medicine 1986
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Geriatric Medicine
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Anxiety
- Sciatica
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Pain
- Ear Wax
- Vascular Disease
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