Dr. Karen Hougo M.D.
Endocrinology-Diabetes | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
509 Lado Dr Santa Barbara CA, 93111About
Dr. Karen Hougo practices Endocrinology in Santa Barbara, CA. Dr. Hougo specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases related to hormone imbalance, and the bodys glands in the endocrine system. Endocrinologists are trained and certified to treat a variety of conditions, including menopause, diabetes, infertility, and thyroid disorders, among many others. Dr. Hougo examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses, and decides the best treatment methods.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
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