Summary

Dr. Karen Spizer is a board-certified internal medicine physician who also specializes in hospice and palliative medicine. She earned her medical degree from Sackler School of Medicine and completed her residency training at both Vassar Brothers Hospital and California Pacific Medical Center. With 27 years of experience in practice, Dr. Spizer brings extensive knowledge to caring for patients with complex medical needs. She is fluent in Vietnamese, Spanish, and English.

Dr. Spizer practices at Kaiser Permanente locations throughout the Bay Area, including facilities in Walnut Creek, Martinez, Oakland, and Vallejo. She has particular expertise in managing chronic kidney disease, including advanced stages that may require specialized care. Her experience includes performing blood tests and managing dialysis treatments, including continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis. Patients rate Dr. Spizer 4.3 out of 5 stars for her compassionate approach to complex medical conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 27 years of experience
  • 5 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Vietnamese, Spanish, English
  • Vassar Brothers Hospital
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Karen Dawn Spizer has 4 locations

Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center

1425 S Main StWalnut Creek, CA 94596
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm

Kaiser Permanente Martinez Medical Offices

200 Muir RdMartinez, CA 94553
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

Kaiser Foundation Hospital

975 Sereno DrVallejo, CA 94589

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Speaks Vietnamese, Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Walnut Creek , CALyons , COScottsdale , AZSHERMAN OAKS , CA
Med School: Sackler School Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo Med School: The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Dawn Spizer

  • Aetna
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karen Dawn Spizer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karen Dawn Spizer has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Vassar Brothers Hospital
Ca Pacific Medical Center

Medical School

Sackler School Of MedicineGraduated in 1999

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Karen Spizer affiliated with?
Dr. Karen Spizer is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Karen Spizer's office located?
Dr. Karen Spizer's office is located at 1425 S Main St, Walnut Creek, CA, 94596.
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