Dr. Karen J. Schell, MD | Lexington, KY | Obstetrics & Gynecology

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Dr. Karen Schell specializes in obstetrics and gynecology, bringing over two decades of experience to women's healthcare. She earned her medical degree from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine and has dedicated 21 years to serving patients throughout Kentucky. Dr. Schell is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to care for a diverse patient population.

Dr. Schell practices at multiple locations in Lexington and Georgetown, Kentucky, with affiliations at Baptist Health Lexington, Centerpoint Health Georgetown, and Baptist Health Hamburg. She focuses on managing high-risk pregnancies and treating conditions like preeclampsia and antepartum depression. Her expertise includes performing fetal ultrasounds and breast cancer screening procedures. Patients have given Dr. Schell an average rating of 3.7 stars on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
3.6

20 Ratings
21 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine
6 written reviews
1 specialty
11 areas of expertise
1 board certification
3 hospital affiliations
7 office locations
Female

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Very friendly office. Caring and compassionate are words I would use to describe the Doctor as well as her staff. Although the Dr was busy, she took the time to answer all of my questions.

August 6th, 2016

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Dr. Schell has made my appointments comfortable and easy. The office has minimal wait time. I drive an hour and a half just to see her for my annual appointment. If you live in the Georgetown/Lexington area she is one of the best OBGYN's around.

February 24th, 2016

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Dr. Schell is very professional. I appreciate the time she takes in responding to my questions and concerns.

April 22nd, 2015

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My husband and I have had two bad experiences with Dr. Schell and are switching providers because she is not only incompetent but completely rude. At both appointments the RN was far more helpful and all Dr. Schell did was smile nod and rush us out. She ignored our questions and completely acted like my husband wasn't even in the room, even when he tried to engage her. She never found the fetal heart rate, at all, after using several dopplers and an ultrasound, and brushed me off when I asked her what the heart rate was, saying, "I don't know, but it's fine, I can tell." She seemed to lack even the most basic interest in her job and doesn't seem interested in building a rapport with her patients. Our advice is to use another MD with more experience, having a child is stressful enough without a having to cope with a Dr as negligent as Schell.

July 11th, 2014

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Waited 2 and 1/2 hours and no one ever said I am sorry that you had to wait so long... daughter felt like doctor was rude uncaring and the examination was odd, got very bad vibes from her and wonder if she is in the closet.

August 29th, 2011

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Dr Schell is no doubt the BEST doctor I have ever had! She cares about her patients! I most definately would reccomend her to anyone looking for a great doctor!

January 22nd, 2011

Lexington Obgyn Associates

1700 Nicholasville Rd Ste 701Lexington, KY 40503

Tel: (859) 278-0396

Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:30 am - 3:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Baptist Health Medical Group Obgyn Georgetown

206 Bevins Ln Ste CGeorgetown, KY 40324

Tel: (502) 868-0338

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 - 12:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Baptist Health Lexington

1740 Nicholasville RdLexington, KY 40503

Tel: (859) 260-6100

Baptist Physicians Surgery Center

1720 Nicholasville Rd Ste 101Lexington, KY 40503

Tel: (859) 260-7000

Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Baptist Health System Kentucky

1700 Nicholasville Rd, #701Lexington, KY 40503

Baptist Health Hamburg

3000 Baptist Health BlvdLexington, KY 40509

Tel: (859) 422-9600

University Of Kentucky Albert B Chandler Medical Center

800 ROSE ST FL 2LEXINGTON, KY 40536


Dr. Karen Jane Schell, MD	Dr. Pranaya Hasini Chilukuri	Emily Jo Fraser	Julia Marie Harper
Obstetrics & Gynecology	Maternal & Fetal Medicine	Nurse Practitioner	Nurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients			Accepts New Patients
3.6 (20 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
21 Years of Experience	6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Lexington , KY	Nashville , TN	Lexington , KY	Lexington , KY
Med School: University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Birth Control
C-section
Child Birth
Hot Flashes
Infertility
Menopause
Menstrual Pain
Pap Smear
Pelvic Exam
Pregnancy
Women's Health

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Kentucky, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Kentucky College Of MedicineGraduated in 2005

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16 Years Exp | Lexington, KY
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Dr. Rachel Anne Miller, MD
Gynecologic Oncology
23 Years Exp | Lexington, KY
(1)
Dr. Paul E Defranco, DO
Neonatology
55 Years Exp | Lebanon, KY
(12)
Dr. Henrietta S Bada, MD
Neonatology
57 Years Exp | Lexington, KY
(0)
Dr. Srinivas C Chevuru, MD
Pediatrics
30 Years Exp | Lexington, KY
(7)
Norma J Lake
Nurse Practitioner
| Lexington, KY
(10)
Dr. Peter John Giannone, MD
Neonatology
30 Years Exp | Lexington, KY
(6)
Dr. Dexter Vincent Reneer, MD
Maternal & Fetal Medicine
10 Years Exp | Lexington, KY
(0)
Adriana Irene Kelly
Nurse Practitioner
| Lexington, KY
(0)
Dr. Brittany Marie Mckinley
Public Health & General Preventive Medicine
9 Years Exp | Lexington, KY
(0)

Which hospitals is Dr. Karen Schell affiliated with?: Dr. Karen Schell is affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington, Centerpoint Health Georgetown, and Baptist Health Hamburg.
Does Dr. Karen Schell accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Karen Schell has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Karen Schell speak?: Dr. Karen Schell speaks English and Spanish.
Is Dr. Karen Schell accepting new patients?: Dr. Karen Schell is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Karen Schell's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Dr. Karen Schell's office located?: Dr. Karen Schell's office is located at 1700 Nicholasville Rd Ste 701, Lexington, KY, 40503.

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