Summary

Dr. Kara Steijlen is a neurologist who specializes in neuromuscular medicine, focusing on conditions that affect the nerves and muscles throughout the body. She completed her medical education at Georgetown University Hospital before pursuing residency training at both Georgetown University Hospital and Mayo Clinic. Dr. Steijlen furthered her expertise through a fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital-Harvard Medical School in 2016. With 15 years of clinical experience, she provides care in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Steijlen practices at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit and Henry Ford Medical Center in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. She treats patients with serious neurological conditions including ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) and muscle weakness. Her approach includes coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients maintain function. She also works with home infusion therapy services when specialized treatments are needed at home. Patients have given Dr. Steijlen an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in her specialized care.
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Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 15 years of experience
  • 39 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Massachusetts General Hospital - Harvard Medical School
  • 68 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

    • Vitals Preferred Provider Award
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Office Locations

Dr. Kara L Steijlen has 2 locations

Henry Ford Hospital

2799 W Grand BlvdDetroit, MI 48202
Mon12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Henry Ford Medical Center - Bloomfield Township

1961 S Telegraph RdBloomfield Hills, MI 48302
Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 2:00 pm
SunClosed

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Dr. Kara L Steijlen, MDDaniel Henry Arndt, MD, FAES, FACNSDr. Thomas Giancarlo, DODr. Cinthi Pillai, MD
NeurologyNeurologyNeurologyNeurology
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15 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Italian Speaks English
Detroit , MIWest Bloomfield , MIClinton Township , MINew York , NY
Med School: Georgetown University Hospital (Medical Education) Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences Med School: Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Newcastle University UK
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kara L Steijlen

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CareSource
  • CareSource - Medicaid
  • CareSource - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Alliance
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • McLaren Health Plan
  • McLaren Health Plan - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Priority Health
  • Priority Health - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kara L Steijlen has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kara L Steijlen has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Internal Medicine
  • Neuromuscular Medicine
  • Neuromuscular Medicine (neurology)

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Michigan, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Massachusetts General Hospital - Harvard Medical School2016

Residency

Mayo Clinic2015
Georgetown University Hospital2012

Medical School

Georgetown University Hospital (Medical Education)Graduated in 2011

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Dr. Kara Steijlen speaks English and Spanish.
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