Dr. Karen Harte Costenbader, MD

Dr. Karen Costenbader is a board-certified rheumatologist and internal medicine specialist who earned her medical degree from Harvard Medical School. She completed her residency training at Massachusetts General Hospital, building expertise that spans over three decades of clinical practice. Dr. Costenbader speaks both English and Spanish, allowing her to care for a diverse patient population.

Dr. Costenbader practices at several prestigious Boston locations, including Brigham and Women's Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital. She specializes in treating systemic lupus erythematosus and various forms of arthritis. Her expertise extends to comprehensive bone, joint, and muscle conditions. Patients consistently rate her care highly, with an average rating of 5.0. She performs specialized diagnostic tests including kidney function assessments and protein level monitoring to help diagnose and manage complex rheumatologic conditions.