Summary

Dr. Kara Friend is a surgeon who brings 18 years of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed her residency training at the same institution. Dr. Friend speaks English and focuses her surgical expertise on providing comprehensive care to her patients.

Dr. Friend practices at Sentara Surgery Specialists in Norfolk, Virginia, and maintains affiliations with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital. She specializes in treating breast cancer, including complex cases involving metastatic or recurrent breast cancer and Paget disease of the breast. Her surgical services include advanced diagnostic procedures such as scintimammography and coordinating pathology testing to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. Patients rate Dr. Friend 3.8 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 18 years of experience
  • 48 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Eastern Virginia Medical School
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Sentara Surgery Specialists

6251 E Virginia Beach Blvd Ste 300Norfolk, VA 23502
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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SurgerySurgerySurgeryThoracic Surgery
Accepts New Patients
3.9 
18 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Norfolk , VASalisbury , NCPORTSMOUTH , VANewport News , VA
Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School Med School: Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Kara E. Friend

  • AARP - PPO
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • GEHA - PPO
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Magellan Health
  • Magellan Health - DSNP
  • Magellan Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optima Health
  • Optima Health - HMO
  • Optima Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optima Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Optima Health - PPO
  • Optum Health
  • Parkland Community Health Plan
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Kara E. Friend has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

Kara E. Friend holds an expired medical license in the state of Virginia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Virginia that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School.

Medical School

Graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 2008.

NPI Number

Kara E. Friend's NPI number is 1598926842.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Kara Friend accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Kara Friend accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Kara Friend accepting new patients?
Kara Friend is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Kara Friend's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Which hospitals is Kara Friend affiliated with?
Kara Friend is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital.
Does Kara Friend accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Kara Friend has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Kara Friend's office located?
Kara Friend's office is located at 6251 E Virginia Beach Blvd Ste 300, Norfolk, VA, 23502.

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