Summary

Dr. Joseph Karam is a surgeon who specializes in trauma surgery and critical care medicine. He earned his medical degree from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and brings 52 years of experience to his practice. His extensive background has prepared him to handle the most challenging surgical cases that require immediate and specialized intervention.

Dr. Karam practices at Dignity Health Northridge Hospital Medical Center in Northridge, California. He focuses on treating patients with serious conditions including closed head injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and intracranial hemorrhage. His expertise includes performing therapeutic hypothermia procedures and providing emergency care when patients need immediate medical attention.

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Quick Facts

  • 52 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University
  • 3 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Dignity Health Northridge Hospital Medical Center

18300 Roscoe BlvdNorthridge, CA 91325

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Accepts New Patients
4.2 
52 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi
Northridge , CABAKERSFIELD , CAWest Hollywood , CALOS ANGELES , CA
Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Sackler School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph Anthony Karam

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joseph Anthony Karam has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph Anthony Karam has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Critical Care Medicine
  • General Surgery
  • Surgical Critical Care (surgery)
  • Trauma Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

Dr. Joseph Anthony Karam holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University in 1987 and JEFFERSON MEDICAL COLLEGE OF THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY in 1974.

NPI Number

Dr. Karam's NPI number is 1922097054.

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Dr. Joseph Karam's office is located at 18300 Roscoe Blvd, Northridge, CA, 91325.
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