Summary

Dr. Karen Brunkhorst is a surgeon who has been practicing medicine for 18 years. She earned her medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and specializes in surgical care. Dr. Brunkhorst speaks both English and Spanish, making her accessible to a diverse patient population.

Dr. Brunkhorst practices at Baptist Health Hardin and Harrison County Hospital in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. She focuses on treating breast cancer conditions, including complex cases involving metastatic or recurrent breast cancer and Paget disease of the breast. Her surgical expertise includes performing pathology tests and surgical pathology procedures. Patients have given her an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in her care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 18 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Karen Johnson Brunkhorst has 2 locations

Baptist Health Medical Group General Surgery

1700 Ring RdElizabethtown, KY 42701
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Baptist Health Hardin

913 N Dixie AveElizabethtown, KY 42701

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SurgerySurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
18 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Elizabethtown , KYElizabethtown , KYBardstown , KYLouisville , KY
Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Kentucky College of Medicine Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Johnson Brunkhorst

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karen Johnson Brunkhorst has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karen Johnson Brunkhorst has the following area of expertise

  • General Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

Dr. Karen Johnson Brunkhorst holds an expired medical license in the states of Indiana and Kentucky.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Indiana that expired in 2025 and an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Alabama School Of Medicine in 2008.

NPI Number

Dr. Brunkhorst's NPI number is 1225200520.

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Dr. Karen Brunkhorst's office is located at 1700 Ring Rd, Elizabethtown, KY, 42701.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Karen Brunkhorst affiliated with?
Dr. Karen Brunkhorst is affiliated with Baptist Health Hardin and Harrison County Hospital.
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