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Summary
Dr. Karen Backman specializes in hematology and internal medicine, focusing on blood disorders and comprehensive adult healthcare. They completed their residency training through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, which provided extensive experience in caring for diverse patient populations. Dr. Backman is fluent in English and serves patients throughout the Maine healthcare system.
Dr. Backman practices at Togus VA Medical Center and maintains locations in Augusta and Camden, Maine. They are affiliated with VA Maine Healthcare System Oncology, where they provide specialized care for patients with blood-related conditions and cancer. Their internal medicine background allows them to address a wide range of adult health concerns while offering the specialized expertise needed for complex hematological disorders.
Dr. Backman practices at Togus VA Medical Center and maintains locations in Augusta and Camden, Maine. They are affiliated with VA Maine Healthcare System Oncology, where they provide specialized care for patients with blood-related conditions and cancer. Their internal medicine background allows them to address a wide range of adult health concerns while offering the specialized expertise needed for complex hematological disorders.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- speaks English
- U S Department Of Veterans Affairs
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
Office Locations
Dr. Karen Ann Backman has 2 locationsVA Maine Healthcare System Oncology
1 Va Ctr Rm 410 Bldg 200Augusta, ME 04330 Tel: (207) 623-8411
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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| Dr. Karen Ann Backman, MD | Dr. Carl Suchar, DO | Dr. Peter Daniel Guzzetti, DO | Dr. Vito Anthony Longobardi, MD |
| Hematology | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 48 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks French, English | Speaks English |
| Augusta , ME | Waterville , ME | Augusta , ME | Augusta , ME |
| Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: University Of New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Semmelweis University | |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Karen Ann Backman has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Karen Ann Backman has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at U S Department Of Veterans Affairs.
NPI Number
Dr. Backman's NPI number is 1750417978.
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