Summary

Dr. Karen Diefenbach is a surgeon who specializes in providing surgical care with three decades of experience in the field. She earned her medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and has dedicated her career to surgical practice. Dr. Diefenbach is fluent in Spanish, Chinese, French, and English, allowing her to communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Diefenbach practices at Nationwide Children's Hospital with locations in both Columbus and Toledo, Ohio. Her expertise includes treating conditions such as ventral hernia and constipation issues. She performs various procedures including sedation services and diagnostic imaging like abdominal X-rays and chest fluoroscopy. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 30 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese, French, English
  • University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Karen Diefenbach has 6 locations

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Pediatric Surgery

555 S 18th St Fl 6 Ste FColumbus, OH 43205
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Nationwide Childrens Hospital Toledo Pediatric Surgery

2222 Cherry St Ste 1800Toledo, OH 43608
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

Childrens Surgery Center

700 Childrens DrColumbus, OH 43205

Dr. Karen Diefenbach

700 Childrens Dr # E4AColumbus, OH 43205

Dr. Karen Diefenbach

700 Childrens DrColumbus, OH 43205

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Speaks Spanish, Chinese, French, English
Columbus , OHJackson , MSMARYSVILLE , OHLexington , KY
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Florida College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Diefenbach

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Buckeye Health Plan
  • CareSource - Medicaid
  • CareSource - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • HealthSmart
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ohio Health Choice
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • OSU Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karen Diefenbach has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karen Diefenbach has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Pediatric Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Ohio, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 1996

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Karen Diefenbach affiliated with?
Dr. Karen Diefenbach is affiliated with Nationwide Childrens Hospital.
Does Dr. Karen Diefenbach accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Karen Diefenbach has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karen Diefenbach?
You can find contact information for Dr. Karen Diefenbach here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Karen Diefenbach's office located?
Dr. Karen Diefenbach's office is located at 555 S 18th St Fl 6 Ste F, Columbus, OH, 43205.
Is Dr. Karen Diefenbach accepting new patients?
Dr. Karen Diefenbach is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Karen Diefenbach's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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