Summary

Dr. Katherine Karo specializes in family medicine and physical medicine & rehabilitation, bringing nearly three decades of medical expertise to her practice. She earned her doctorate from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and has been serving patients for 29 years. Dr. Karo speaks English and provides comprehensive care through her dual specialty training.

Dr. Karo practices in Petoskey and Royal Oak, Michigan, with affiliations at McLaren Northern Michigan and Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital. Her clinical focus includes treating patients who have experienced strokes and other cerebrovascular conditions. She specializes in recognizing BE FAST stroke symptoms and managing ischemic stroke cases. Patients consistently rate Dr. Karo highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 29 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Katherine Helend Karo has 2 locations

Mclaren Northern Michigan

416 Connable AvePetoskey, MI 49770

Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital

3601 W 13 Mile RdRoyal Oak, MI 48073

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Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
29 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu
Petoskey , MIFlint , MILawrenceville , GANewaygo , MI
Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: New York Institute of Technology Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Katherine Helend Karo

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - Medicare
  • CareSource
  • CareSource - Medicaid
  • Cigna
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Alliance - HMO
  • Health Alliance - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • McLaren Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Physicians Health Plan
  • Priority Health
  • Priority Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare
  • Zing Health

Medical Specialties

Dr. Katherine Helend Karo has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Katherine Helend Karo has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Pain
  • EMG/Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Injury
  • Nerve Damage
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Prosthetics
  • Rehabilitation
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery Recovery

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Michigan, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 1997

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Katherine Karo's office located?
Dr. Katherine Karo's office is located at 416 Connable Ave, Petoskey, MI, 49770.
Does Dr. Katherine Karo accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Katherine Karo accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Katherine Karo speak?
Dr. Katherine Karo speaks English.
Does Dr. Katherine Karo accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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