Dr. Karen S. West, MD | Indianapolis, IN | Obstetrician-Gynecologist

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Dr. Karen West is an experienced obstetrician and gynecologist who has been providing comprehensive women's healthcare for 31 years. She earned her medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed her residency training at Clarian Health Partners. Dr. West is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and speaks English with her patients.

Dr. West practices at multiple locations throughout Indianapolis, including Community Hospital East, Community Hospital North, and Franciscan Saint Francis Health Indianapolis. She specializes in caring for patients with skin conditions such as unusual moles and breathing difficulties. Her expertise includes performing chest imaging studies and specialized breast imaging procedures. Patients consistently rate Dr. West highly for her care, giving her an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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4.4

22 Ratings
31 years of experience
speaks English
Clarian Health Partners
8 written reviews
1 specialty
11 areas of expertise
1 board certification
4 hospital affiliations
3 office locations
Female

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Dr West is an extremely warm, friendly and competent Doctor. I am a career RN and 70 years old so I have known many Dr's. Dr West is the best.

May 4th, 2019

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This is one of the most impersonal, discourteous staffs I've ever experienced. Dr. West was just ok, nothing worth putting up with such a rude staff. There are other doctors out there that are a lot better.

August 23rd, 2016

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I started with Dr. West when she came to the aid of our daughter and an emergency gyn issue. The way she calmed our daughter yet talked to her frankly and professionally was fabulous and I've been with her ever since.

February 17th, 2015

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I saw Dr. West from 6 weeks to 25 weeks. First appointment was ok minus the fact that she didn't explain at all why I had to have a repeat c-section. Had to ask over several visits till she finally semi explained it. She dressed inappropriate half the visits, has no bedside manner and was late by over 30 mins for all visits except the first 2. She may be a great Doctor for some but I will never see her again or refer others to her.

April 27th, 2014

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Dr West is an amzing Doctor, she cares about her patients and has the best bed side manor of ny Doctor I have even been to!

July 25th, 2012

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I have never met a more caring professional doctor. I trust her with my life, she is the best!!

June 20th, 2012

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Dr west has been my doctor through the birth of our 2 children. She is the most caring and wonderful doctor. We would not want anyone else to deliver our children. Both boys were early and large, 9 pounds and over. She knew I did not want to end up in a cesarean and did everything to keep an eye on me and the babies to make sure I delivered normally. I trust her completely and my husband even liked going to appointments!!

June 13th, 2012

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I was so pleased with Dr. West. She was very caring and personable. I almost felt like family. She is always asking about my life and is interested in knowing about my children. I hope to be a patient of Dr West as long as she is in practice.

May 23rd, 2012

Community Hospital East

1500 N Ritter AveIndianapolis, IN 46219

Tel: (317) 355-1411

Community Hospital North

7150 Clearvista DrIndianapolis, IN 46256

Tel: (317) 621-6262

Franciscan Saint Francis Health Indianapolis

8111 S Emerson AveIndianapolis, IN 46237

Tel: (317) 528-5000


Dr. Karen Sue West, MD	Jennifer Marie Brown	Dr. Neal Patrick Simon, MD	Dr. Wayne Brian Conover, MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology	Nurse Practitioner	Neonatology	Maternal & Fetal Medicine
	Accepts New Patients
4.4 (22 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	3.8 (5 Ratings)
31 Years of Experience		47 Years of Experience	49 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks Spanish, English
Indianapolis , IN	PLAINFIELD , IN	Indianapolis , IN	Indianapolis , IN
Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine		Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Obstetrics & Gynecology

Birth Control
C-section
Child Birth
Hot Flashes
Infertility
Menopause
Menstrual Pain
Pap Smear
Pelvic Exam
Pregnancy
Women's Health

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Indiana, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Clarian Health Partners

Medical School

Indiana University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1995

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Dr. Stephanie L Scherrer
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Nurse Practitioner
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Dr. Patricia Grabinski
Nurse Practitioner
| Indianapolis, IN
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Dr. Sandra Jayne Mc Carty
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Dr. Derek Lewis Tennenhouse, MD
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What languages does Dr. Karen West speak?: Dr. Karen West speaks English.
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Does Dr. Karen West accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Karen West has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Karen West's office located?: Dr. Karen West's office is located at 1500 N Ritter Ave, Indianapolis, IN, 46219.
Which hospitals is Dr. Karen West affiliated with?: Dr. Karen West is affiliated with Community Fairbanks Recovery Center, Franciscan Health Indianapolis, Community Hospital East, and Community Health Network South Campus.

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