Summary

Dr. Kara Shay is an internal medicine physician with 28 years of experience caring for adult patients. She earned her medical degree from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed her residency at University of California, San Diego affiliated hospitals. Dr. Shay further enhanced her training through a fellowship at the Veterans Affairs Health Care System in San Diego, California. She holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and speaks English.

Dr. Shay practices at Saint Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital, University of Cincinnati Medical Center, and Saint Elizabeth Covington Hospital, with her primary location in Crestview Hills, Kentucky. She specializes in managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies. Her expertise extends to breast cancer screening and preventive care through mammography services. Patients have given Dr. Shay an average rating of 3.2 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.2
  • 28 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Veterans Affairs Health Care System - (San Diego, CA)
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Primary Care - Crestview Hills Internal Medicine - St. Elizabeth Physicians

334 Thomas More PkwyCrestview Hills, KY 41017
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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28 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Crestview Hills , KYCincinnati , OHLyons , COCleveland , OH
Med School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Medical College
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Kara R. Shay has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kara R. Shay has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Kentucky, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Veterans Affairs Health Care System - (San Diego, CA)

Residency

Ucsd Med Center
University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Affiliated Hospitals

Medical School

Vanderbilt University School of MedicineGraduated in 1998

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Which hospitals is Dr. Kara Shay affiliated with?
Dr. Kara Shay is affiliated with Saint Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital, University Of Cincinnati Medical Center, and Saint Elizabeth Covington Hospital.
Where is Dr. Kara Shay's office located?
Dr. Kara Shay's office is located at 334 Thomas More Pkwy, Crestview Hills, KY, 41017.
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