Dr. Karen Elaine East, MD

Dr. Karen East is a board-certified internal medicine physician who has dedicated over three decades to caring for patients. She earned her medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and completed her residency training at University of Virginia Health System. With 31 years of experience in internal medicine, Dr. East provides comprehensive care for adult patients with a wide range of health conditions. She is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. East practices at multiple St. Luke's locations throughout the Boise area, including facilities in Boise, Eagle, and Nampa. She specializes in treating joint pain and back pain conditions, including back pain during pregnancy and in children and teens. Her treatment approach incorporates physical therapy techniques, hands-on manual therapy, and strength training programs to help patients recover and maintain their health. These comprehensive treatment options …allow her to address both acute and chronic conditions effectively.