Summary

Dr. Karla Vaz is a gastroenterologist who specializes in pediatrics, bringing 18 years of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine and completed her residency at Children's Hospital and Medical Center. Dr. Vaz is board-certified and provides care in English.

Dr. Vaz practices at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, where she focuses on digestive health issues in children and adolescents. She treats young patients with feeding disorders in infants, helps families manage picky eaters, and addresses conditions like esophagitis. Her expertise includes performing comprehensive metabolic panels and complete blood count tests to diagnose and monitor her patients' health.

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Quick Facts

  • 18 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Childrens Hospital And Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Nationwide Childrens Hospital

700 Childrens DrColumbus, OH 43205
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Karla Kristine Hicks Vaz, MDBrendon Bower, APRNAshley Anderson, APRNShauna Sanderson, APRN
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Columbus , OHTempe , AZSACRAMENTO , CATallahassee , FL
Med School: University Of Florida College Of Medicine Med School: University of Cincinnati Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine Med School: Creighton University College of Nursing
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karla Kristine Hicks Vaz

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareSource
  • CareSource - Medicaid
  • CareSource - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • GEHA
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • HealthSmart
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Ohio Health Choice
  • Optima Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • OSU Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karla Kristine Hicks Vaz has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karla Kristine Hicks Vaz has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Pediatric Gastroenterology
  • Pediatrics

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

Dr. Karla Kristine Hicks Vaz holds an active medical license in the state of Ohio.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Ohio that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Childrens Hospital And Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Florida College Of Medicine in 2008.

NPI Number

Dr. Vaz's NPI number is 1558535781.

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