Summary

Dr. Karen Klein is a pediatric endocrinologist specializing in endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism and pediatrics. She earned her medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine and completed her residency at the University of Pennsylvania Health System. With 41 years of experience treating children and adolescents with hormone-related conditions, Dr. Klein brings extensive expertise to her practice. She is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Klein practices at Rady Children's Hospital San Diego, where she focuses on treating young patients with pediatric obesity, short stature, and weight management concerns. Her clinical work includes performing essential diagnostic tests such as complete blood counts and A1c testing to monitor diabetes and metabolic health. She also provides preventive care including flu vaccinations. Patients rate Dr. Klein 4.0 out of 5 stars for her compassionate care and clinical expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 41 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Pennsylvania Health System
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Karen Oerter Klein has 2 locations

Rady Childrens Endocrinology And Diabetes

3030 Childrens Way Fl 4San Diego, CA 92123
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Rady Childrens Hospital San Diego

3020 Childrens WaySan Diego, CA 92123

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Dr. Karen Oerter Klein, MDDr. James Wallace MathewsonDr. Jackson Wushoung ChenDr. Bryan Neil Auerbach
Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismPediatricsPediatricsPediatrics
Accepts New Patients
41 Years of Experience 55 Years of Experience 60 Years of Experience 54 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
San Diego , CASan Diego , CAOceanside , CATucson , AZ
Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine Med School: Vanderbilt University Med School: Coll Of Med Natl Taiwan Univ Taiwan (244-02 Eff 1/1971) Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Oerter Klein

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karen Oerter Klein has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karen Oerter Klein has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Diabetes
  • Growth Disorders
  • Pediatrics
  • Thyroid Diseases

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Pennsylvania Health System

Medical School

Pennsylvania State University College Of MedicineGraduated in 1985

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