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Dr. Karen James is a rheumatologist and pediatrician who brings 16 years of experience to her practice in Salt Lake City. She earned her medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed her residency training at the University of Rochester Medical Center. Her dual specialty training allows her to provide comprehensive care for both adult rheumatologic conditions and pediatric health needs. Dr. James is fluent in German and Spanish, enabling her to serve diverse patient populations.
Dr. James maintains affiliations with several respected hospitals in Salt Lake City, including Primary Children's Hospital, University of Utah Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital Salt Lake, and LDS Hospital. She focuses on treating joint pain and arthritis, along with managing chronic kidney disease and Type 2 diabetes. Her diagnostic capabilities include performing complete blood counts, kidney function assessments, and specialized immunology testing to help identify and monitor various …conditions.
Read More Read less Dr. James maintains affiliations with several respected hospitals in Salt Lake City, including Primary Children's Hospital, University of Utah Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital Salt Lake, and LDS Hospital. She focuses on treating joint pain and arthritis, along with managing chronic kidney disease and Type 2 diabetes. Her diagnostic capabilities include performing complete blood counts, kidney function assessments, and specialized immunology testing to help identify and monitor various …conditions.
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Quick Facts
- 16 years of experience
- speaks German, Spanish
- University Of Rochester Medical Center
- 2 specialties
- 6 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Karen Elizabeth James has 4 locationsPrimary Childrens Hospital
100 N Mario Capecchi DrSalt Lake City, UT 84113 Tel: (801) 662-1000
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
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| Rheumatology | Pediatrics | Pediatrics | Pediatrics |
| 16 Years of Experience | 44 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks German, Spanish | |||
| Salt Lake City , UT | Sandy , UT | SLC , UT | SLC , UT |
| Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine | Med School: Akademia Medyczna | Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine | Med School: Central Michigan University College Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Elizabeth James
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Karen Elizabeth James has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Karen Elizabeth James has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
16 Years Experience
Dr. Karen Elizabeth James holds an expired medical license in the state of Utah.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Utah that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Of Rochester Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Tufts University School Of Medicine in 2010.
NPI Number
Dr. James' NPI number is 1740504547.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Karen James affiliated with?
- Dr. Karen James is affiliated with Primary Childrens Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital Salt Lake, University Of Utah Hospital, and LDS HOSPITAL.
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- Where is Dr. Karen James's office located?
- Dr. Karen James's office is located at 100 N Mario Capecchi Dr, Salt Lake City, UT, 84113.
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