Dr. Karen Audrey Hanson

Nurse Practitioner Karen Hanson specializes in gastroenterology, focusing on digestive health and disorders of the gastrointestinal system. She provides comprehensive care for patients with complex digestive conditions, combining clinical expertise with a patient-centered approach. Karen is fluent in multiple languages, including Chinese, English, French, German, and Spanish, allowing her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Karen practices at Mayo Clinic Gastroenterology in Rochester, Minnesota. She has particular expertise in treating Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, two inflammatory bowel conditions that require specialized management and ongoing care. Her clinical skills include administering home infusion therapy, which allows patients to receive necessary treatments in the comfort of their own homes rather than requiring frequent hospital visits.