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Summary
Dr. Karen Chen is an internal medicine physician who brings two decades of medical expertise to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the University of The Philippines Manila College of Medicine, establishing a strong foundation in comprehensive adult healthcare. Her extensive experience spans 20 years of treating a wide range of medical conditions affecting adult patients. Dr. Chen provides care in English to ensure clear communication with her patients.
Dr. Chen practices at Kaiser Permanente Capitol Hill Medical Center in Washington, DC, and maintains an affiliation with Rush University Medical Center. She specializes in managing complex conditions such as iron deficiency anemia and liver disease. Her practice also includes preventive care services, offering important vaccinations like COVID-19 boosters and flu shots to help patients maintain their health and prevent serious illness.
Dr. Chen practices at Kaiser Permanente Capitol Hill Medical Center in Washington, DC, and maintains an affiliation with Rush University Medical Center. She specializes in managing complex conditions such as iron deficiency anemia and liver disease. Her practice also includes preventive care services, offering important vaccinations like COVID-19 boosters and flu shots to help patients maintain their health and prevent serious illness.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 20 years of experience
- 16 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- University Of The Philippines Manila College Of Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
KAISER PERMANENTE CAPITOL HILL MEDICAL CENTER
700 2nd St NEWashington, DC 20002 Tel: (800) 777-7904
Mon8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Karen Tapawan Chen
Medical Specialties
Karen Tapawan Chen has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Karen Tapawan Chen has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
20 Years Experience
Karen Tapawan Chen holds an active medical license in the state of Maryland.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Maryland that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of The Philippines Manila College Of Medicine in 2006.
NPI Number
Karen Tapawan Chen's NPI number is 1043476716.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What languages does Karen Chen speak?
- Karen Chen speaks English.
- Where is Karen Chen's office located?
- Karen Chen's office is located at 700 2nd St NE, Washington, DC, 20002.
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- You can see the insurance plans that Karen Chen accepts on their Vitals profile.
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