Karen S Stark MD
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
10101 N 92nd St Suite 101 Scottsdale AZ, 85258About
Dr. Karen Stark is a cardiologist practicing in Scottsdale, AZ. Dr. Stark specializes in diagnosing, monitoring, and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels and the cardiovascular system. These conditions include heart attacks, heart murmurs, coronary heart disease, and hypertension. Dr. Stark also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Univ of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx 1982
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Cardiovascular Disease
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Conservative management complications after thrombolytic therapy.
- Quantification of ST-segment changes during coronary angioplasty in patients with
- Intervention in acute myocardial infarction.
- The effect of porous infusion balloon-delivered angiopeptin on myointimal hyperplasia after balloon injury in the rabbit.
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