Summary

Dr. Karen Simpson is a dermatologist with 35 years of experience treating a wide range of skin conditions. She earned her medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California and has dedicated her career to helping patients maintain healthy skin. Dr. Simpson speaks English and brings more than three decades of expertise to her practice.

Dr. Simpson is affiliated with Saint Joseph Hospital Orange and practices at St. Jude Heritage Medical Group in Brea, California. She specializes in treating conditions such as seborrheic keratosis, actinic keratosis, and skin cancer. Her expertise includes skin lesion treatment and removal, cryotherapy for skin lesions, and laser therapy for skin lesions. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 35 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

St. Jude Heritage Medical Group Brea - Dermatology

955 W Imperial Hwy Ste 200Brea, CA 92821

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4.7 
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35 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi Speaks English, Spanish
Brea , CAGlendora , CABeverly Hills , CAPasadena , CA
Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Karen Renee Simpson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage PPO
  • Aetna PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross Medicare Advantage
  • Anthem Blue Cross Medicare PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross PPO
  • Blue Shield of CA HMO
  • Blue Shield of CA HMO - Trio
  • Blue Shield of CA Medicare Advantage
  • Blue Shield of CA PPO
  • Cigna HMO
  • Cigna PPO
  • Coventry/First Health PPO
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicare Advantage
  • Health Net PPO
  • HealthSmart (Interplan) PPO
  • Multiplan PPO
  • Providence Health Plan - Medicare Advantage
  • SCAN Medicare Advantage
  • TriWest - Tricare
  • United Healthcare HMO
  • United HealthCare PPO
  • US Family Health Plan - TriCare
  • Vivity by Anthem Blue Cross

Medical Specialties

Karen Renee Simpson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Karen Renee Simpson has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Basal Cell
  • Diabetes
  • Excision
  • Melanoma
  • Mole
  • Psoriasis
  • Rash
  • Rosacea
  • Skin Biopsy
  • Skin Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Karen Renee Simpson holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California in 1991.

NPI Number

Karen Renee Simpson's NPI number is 1376544189.

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Karen Simpson's office is located at 955 W Imperial Hwy Ste 200, Brea, CA, 92821.

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