Summary

Dr. Karen Spizer is a board-certified internal medicine physician who also specializes in hospice and palliative medicine. She earned her medical degree from Sackler School of Medicine and completed her residency training at both Vassar Brothers Hospital and California Pacific Medical Center. With 27 years of experience in practice, Dr. Spizer brings extensive knowledge to caring for patients with complex medical needs. She is fluent in Vietnamese, Spanish, and English.

Dr. Spizer practices at Kaiser Permanente locations throughout the Bay Area, including facilities in Walnut Creek, Martinez, Oakland, and Vallejo. She has particular expertise in managing chronic kidney disease, including advanced stages that may require specialized care. Her experience includes performing blood tests and managing dialysis treatments, including continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis. Patients rate Dr. Spizer 4.3 out of 5 stars for her compassionate approach to complex medical conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 27 years of experience
  • 5 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Vietnamese, Spanish, English
  • Vassar Brothers Hospital
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Karen Dawn Spizer has 4 locations

Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center

1425 S Main StWalnut Creek, CA 94596
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm

Kaiser Permanente Martinez Medical Offices

200 Muir RdMartinez, CA 94553
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Kaiser Foundation Hospital

975 Sereno DrVallejo, CA 94589

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Dr. Karen Dawn Spizer, MDDr. Angela Brennan, DODr. Amanda Adkins, MDDr. Kulbir Bajwa, MD
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
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4.3 
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27 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Vietnamese, Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English
Walnut Creek , CAFairfield , CAFairfield , CAVacaville , CA
Med School: Sackler School Of Medicine Med School: Touro University California College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Manitoba
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Dawn Spizer

  • Aetna
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karen Dawn Spizer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karen Dawn Spizer has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Vassar Brothers Hospital
Ca Pacific Medical Center

Medical School

Sackler School Of MedicineGraduated in 1999

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Dr. Karen Spizer is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center.
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Dr. Karen Spizer speaks Vietnamese, Spanish, and English.
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