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Summary
Dr. Karen Riggins treats bone cancer, malignant bone cancer, and prostate cancer, and practices oncology and internal medicine. She is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center and also sees patients in Houston, Texas. Dr. Riggins earned her medical degree from Morehouse School of Medicine and completed her residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
Overview based on verified provider data
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 locationsTennessee Poison Center
1161 21st Ave SNashville, TN 37232 Tel: (615) 936-0760
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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| Oncology | Infectious Disease | Critical Care Medicine | Diagnostic Radiology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 12 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Nashville , TN | Nashville , TN | Nashville , TN | Nashville , TN |
| Med School: MOREHOUSE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE | Med School: Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine | Med School: Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston | Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Shakita Riggins
Medical Specialties
Dr. Karen Shakita Riggins has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Karen Shakita Riggins has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
12 Years Experience
Dr. Karen Shakita Riggins holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Vanderbilt University Med Ctr.
Medical School
Graduated from MOREHOUSE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE and Morehouse School Of Medicine in 2014.
NPI Number
Dr. Riggins' NPI number is 1629497953.
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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.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karen Riggins?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Karen Riggins here on Vitals.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Karen Riggins affiliated with?
- Dr. Karen Riggins is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
- Does Dr. Karen Riggins accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Karen Riggins has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Is Dr. Karen Riggins accepting new patients?
- Dr. Karen Riggins is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Karen Riggins's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
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