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Dr. Karen Barnard is an endocrinologist who specializes in diabetes and metabolism, as well as internal medicine. She earned her medical degree from the University of the Witwatersrand and completed her residency training at Legacy Health System. With 33 years of clinical experience, Dr. Barnard brings extensive expertise to her practice in endocrine disorders and metabolic conditions.
Dr. Barnard practices at Durham VA Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina. Her extensive background in internal medicine provides her with a comprehensive understanding of how diabetes and metabolic disorders affect overall health. She focuses on helping patients manage complex endocrine conditions through personalized treatment approaches.
Dr. Barnard practices at Durham VA Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina. Her extensive background in internal medicine provides her with a comprehensive understanding of how diabetes and metabolic disorders affect overall health. She focuses on helping patients manage complex endocrine conditions through personalized treatment approaches.
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Quick Facts
- 33 years of experience
- Legacy Health System
- 2 specialties
- 13 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
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| Dr. Karen A Barnard, MD | Dr. Philip John Klemmer, MD | Dr. Serena Maria Chacko, MD | Dr. Christopher John Shoff, MD |
| Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism | Nephrology | Diagnostic Radiology | Infectious Disease |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 33 Years of Experience | 54 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Durham , NC | Chapel Hill , NC | Grand Rapids , MI | Durham , NC |
| Med School: UNIVERSITY OF THE WITWATERSRAND | Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University | Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine | Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Karen A Barnard has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Karen A Barnard has the following 13 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
33 Years Experience
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Legacy Health System
Medical School
UNIVERSITY OF THE WITWATERSRANDGraduated in 1993
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