Summary

Dr. Karen Starr specializes in geriatric medicine, providing comprehensive care for older adults and their unique health needs. She earned her medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed residencies at both VCUHS/MCV in 1987 and UVA Health Medical Center in 1989. With 44 years of medical experience, Dr. Starr brings extensive knowledge to her practice. She holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Starr practices at UVA Health Healthy Aging Riverside in Charlottesville, Virginia, and maintains an affiliation with Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital. Her expertise includes treating joint pain and back pain conditions, particularly in children, teens, and pregnant women. She offers therapeutic approaches such as physical therapy, strength training, and occupational therapy to help patients maintain mobility and independence. Patients consistently rate Dr. Starr highly for her care, giving her an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 44 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • UVA Health Medical Center
  • 20 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

UVA Health Healthy Aging Riverside

2335 Seminole Ln Ste 300Charlottesville, VA 22901
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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Dr. Karen L Starr, MDDr. William Gilmer Flowers, MDDr. Andrew M Wolf, MDDr. Richard Alan Stewart, MD
Geriatric MedicineInternal MedicineGeriatric MedicineGeriatric Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
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44 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 38 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 Speaks English, Spanish
Charlottesville , VACOLUMBIA , MDCharlottesville , VACharlottesville , VA
Med School: University of Maryland School of Medicine Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine Med School: University of Virginia School of Medicine Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen L Starr

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Innovation Health
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optima Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Viva Health Plan
  • Viva Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karen L Starr has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karen L Starr has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Virginia, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

UVA Health Medical Center1989
VCUHS / MCV1987

Medical School

University of Maryland School of MedicineGraduated in 1986
Virginia TechGraduated in 1982

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Karen Starr affiliated with?
Dr. Karen Starr is affiliated with Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital.
Does Dr. Karen Starr accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Karen Starr's office located?
Dr. Karen Starr's office is located at 2335 Seminole Ln Ste 300, Charlottesville, VA, 22901.

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