Summary

Dr. Karen Ringwald is a board-certified rheumatologist and internal medicine physician who graduated from the University of Toledo College of Medicine. With 27 years of experience treating patients with complex autoimmune and musculoskeletal conditions, she has developed extensive expertise in both rheumatology and internal medicine. Dr. Ringwald provides care in English and brings nearly three decades of clinical knowledge to her practice.

Dr. Ringwald is affiliated with Lutheran Hospital and Lutheran Downtown Hospital, practicing in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She specializes in treating rheumatoid arthritis and joint pain, helping patients manage chronic inflammatory conditions that affect their daily lives. Her practice includes comprehensive blood testing and specialized immunology evaluations to diagnose and monitor autoimmune disorders. Patients consistently rate Dr. Ringwald highly, giving her an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 27 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • University Of Toledo College Of Medicine
  • 63 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Karen Renee Ringwald has 3 locations

Lutheran Medical Group

7916 W Jefferson BlvdFort Wayne, IN 46804
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

Lutheran Downtown Hospital

702 Van Buren StFort Wayne, IN 46802

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Dr. Karen Renee Ringwald, MDDr. Revathi KolliparaDr. Robert Wayne Dettmer, MDDr. Indrambikai B Sriram, MD
RheumatologyInternal MedicineInternal MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.7 
27 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Fort Wayne , INFort Wayne , INFort Wayne , INFort Wayne , IN
Med School: University Of Toledo College Of Medicine Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Colombo
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Karen Renee Ringwald has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karen Renee Ringwald has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Internal Medicine
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Dr. Karen Renee Ringwald holds an expired medical license in the state of Indiana.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Toledo College Of Medicine in 1999.

NPI Number

Dr. Ringwald's NPI number is 1922075084.

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