Summary

Dr. Karen Gawel is an internal medicine physician who specializes in geriatric medicine, bringing over three decades of expertise to patient care. She earned her medical degree from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and has dedicated 33 years to practicing medicine. Dr. Gawel speaks English and focuses her practice on caring for adults and older patients.

Dr. Gawel practices at multiple Corewell Health locations throughout Grand Rapids and Reed City, Michigan. She treats patients with high cholesterol and hypertension, helping manage these common cardiovascular conditions. Her practice also includes providing preventive care such as flu vaccinations and COVID-19 booster shots. Patients rate Dr. Gawel 4.4 out of 5 stars on average for her care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 33 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine
  • 8 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Karen Louise Gawel has 4 locations

Corewell Health Medical Group Concierge Medicine

4069 Lake Dr SE Ste 113Grand Rapids, MI 49546
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

Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital

100 Michigan St NeGrand Rapids, MI 49503

Corewell Health Blodgett Hospital

1840 Wealthy St SeGrand Rapids, MI 49506

Corewell Health Reed City Hospital

300 N Patterson RdReed City, MI 49677

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineHospital MedicineCritical Care Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
3.9 
33 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Grand Rapids , MILyons , COGreenville , MIWyoming , MI
Med School: Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: A T Still University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Louise Gawel

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Priority Health
  • Priority Health - Medicare
  • Priority Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karen Louise Gawel has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karen Louise Gawel has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • Dementia Testing
  • EOL Care
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Heart Failure
  • Hospitalist
  • Obstetrics
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Senility
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Michigan, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Michigan State University College Of Human MedicineGraduated in 1993

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Dr. Karen Gawel's office is located at 4069 Lake Dr SE Ste 113, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546.

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