Summary

Dr. Lessasris has special interests in neonatal ECMO and infant apnea.

Quick Facts

  • 33 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • Medical University Of South Carolina
  • 3 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Karen Joyce Lessaris has 2 locations

Atrium Health Cleveland

201 E Grover StShelby, NC 28150

Frye Regional Medical Center

420 N Center StHickory, NC 28601

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Dr. Karen Joyce Lessaris, MDDr. David LefkowitzDr. Erin King Crane, MDDr. Olivia Bridget Mijumbi, MD
NeonatologyPediatricsGynecologic OncologyPediatrics
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.6 
33 Years of Experience 61 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 35 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
Shelby , NCCharlotte , NCCHARLOTTE , NCGastonia , NC
Med School: Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine Med School: Tulane University Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med Med School: Makerere University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Joyce Lessaris

  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karen Joyce Lessaris has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karen Joyce Lessaris has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Congenital Anomalies
  • Congenital Heart Disease
  • Congenital Heart Disease (Patent Ductus Arteriosus)
  • High-Risk Deliveries
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology
  • Pediatrics
  • Premature Infants

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, North Carolina, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Medical University Of South Carolina

Medical School

Southern Illinois University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1993

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Dr. Karen Lessaris's office located?
Dr. Karen Lessaris's office is located at 201 E Grover St, Shelby, NC, 28150.
Does Dr. Karen Lessaris accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Karen Lessaris has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Karen Lessaris affiliated with?
Dr. Karen Lessaris is affiliated with Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center.

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