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Summary
Dr. Andrew Karu is an internal medicine physician who specializes in nephrology and hospital medicine. He earned his medical degree from Moi University College of Health Sciences and brings 29 years of clinical experience to his practice. His expertise spans kidney care, comprehensive internal medicine, and inpatient hospital treatment.
Dr. Karu practices at multiple locations across the Kansas City metropolitan area, including Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City, University of Kansas Medical Center, Saint Luke's South Hospital in Overland Park, and Saint Luke's East in Lee's Summit. He focuses on treating chronic kidney disease and managing high cholesterol in both children and teenagers. His clinical services include performing complete blood counts, creatinine clearance tests, and comprehensive chemistry panels to help diagnose and monitor various conditions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Karu highly, with an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
Dr. Karu practices at multiple locations across the Kansas City metropolitan area, including Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City, University of Kansas Medical Center, Saint Luke's South Hospital in Overland Park, and Saint Luke's East in Lee's Summit. He focuses on treating chronic kidney disease and managing high cholesterol in both children and teenagers. His clinical services include performing complete blood counts, creatinine clearance tests, and comprehensive chemistry panels to help diagnose and monitor various conditions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Karu highly, with an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 29 years of experience
- Moi University College Of Health Sciences
- 3 specialties
- 6 areas of expertise
- 6 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Andrew Paul Kimaku Karu has 4 locationsUniversity Of Kansas Medical Center Department Of Internal Medicine
3901 Rainbow BlvdKansas City, KS 66160 Tel: (913) 588-5000
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 29 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Kansas City , MO | Prairie Village , KS | LANSING , KS | Lyons , CO |
| Med School: Moi University College Of Health Sciences | Med School: Midwestern University, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) | Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Andrew Paul Kimaku Karu
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Andrew Paul Kimaku Karu has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Andrew Paul Kimaku Karu has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
29 Years Experience
Dr. Andrew Paul Kimaku Karu holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Kansas and Missouri.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Kansas that expires in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Moi University College Of Health Sciences in 1997.
NPI Number
Dr. Karu's NPI number is 1437166998.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Andrew Paul Kimaku Karu affiliated with?
- Dr. Andrew Paul Kimaku Karu is affiliated with The University Of Kansas Health System, Saint Joseph Medical Center, Saint Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City, Saint Lukes South Hospital, Saint Lukes East Lees Summit, and The Center For Advanced Heart Care At The University Of Kansas Hospital.
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