Summary

Karen Valdez, MD made the decision to pursue a career in health care because of the pride she takes in the acts of service to others. She enjoys geriatric psychiatry because of the contact with both patients and their spouses, adult sons, and daughters. She specializes in educating both patients and families about the importance of non- pharmacological interventions for mental health care.Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family, cooking, and painting.Dr. Valdez has been recognized as a Top Doc 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026 by Austin Monthly Magazine. Winners are nominated by their peers as among the best in their region/nation in their medical specialty.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 21 years of experience
  • 5 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
  • 18 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me
  • Flexible scheduling

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Round Rock 425 University

425 University BlvdRound Rock, TX 78665
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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21 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Round Rock , TXSan Francisco , CASan Francisco , CASpring , TX
Med School: New York College of Osteopathic Medicine (Education) Med School: Thomas Jefferson University Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Karen Valdez

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • CHAMPVA
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare

Medical Specialties

Karen Valdez has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Karen Valdez has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Clinical Depression
  • Insomnia
  • Manic Depressive Disorder
  • Mental Illness
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorder
  • Schizophrenia

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

Karen Valdez holds an active medical license in the state of Texas. They are board certified in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in 2011.

Residency

Completed their residency at Temple University Hospital in 2010.

Medical School

Graduated from New York College of Osteopathic Medicine (Education) in 2005.

NPI Number

Karen Valdez's NPI number is 1477719789.

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Karen Valdez is affiliated with Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Round Rock.
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Karen Valdez speaks English.

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