Summary

Dr. Karen Riggins is an oncologist and internal medicine physician who has practiced medicine for 12 years. She completed her medical education at Morehouse School of Medicine and went on to complete her residency training at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Her dual specialty training allows her to provide comprehensive cancer care while addressing the broader health needs of her patients.

Dr. Riggins is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center and practices in Nashville, Tennessee. She specializes in treating various forms of prostate cancer, including advanced or metastatic cases and recurrent disease. Her expertise includes administering infusion therapy and intravenous chemotherapy treatments to help patients fight their cancer. Dr. Riggins provides chemotherapy services as part of her comprehensive oncology care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 12 years of experience
  • 9 insurance plans accepted
  • Vanderbilt University Med Ctr
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Karen Shakita Riggins has 3 locations

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

1211 Medical Center DrNashville, TN 37232

Tennessee Poison Center

1161 21st Ave SNashville, TN 37232
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

Ben Taub Hospital

1504 Taub LoopHouston, TX 77030

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Med School: MOREHOUSE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: University Of Jordan Faculty Of Medicine Med School: UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Shakita Riggins

  • Aetna - HMO
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karen Shakita Riggins has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karen Shakita Riggins has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Internal Medicine
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

12 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Vanderbilt University Med Ctr

Medical School

MOREHOUSE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
Morehouse School Of MedicineGraduated in 2014

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Karen Riggins's office located?
Dr. Karen Riggins's office is located at 1211 Medical Center Dr, Nashville, TN, 37232.
Which hospitals is Dr. Karen Riggins affiliated with?
Dr. Karen Riggins is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
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Does Dr. Karen Riggins accept my insurance?
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