Summary

Dr. Kristen Walker specializes in surgery with advanced training in thoracic surgery, focusing on conditions affecting the chest, lungs, and heart. She earned her medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine and has been practicing for 12 years, developing expertise in complex surgical procedures involving the thoracic cavity.

Dr. Walker practices at multiple locations across Florida, including Gainesville and Sarasota. She treats patients with coronary artery disease and addresses heart conditions specifically affecting women. Her surgical skills include performing chest imaging procedures and diagnostic tests to evaluate heart and lung function. Patients can receive her care at UF Health Surgical Specialists and Sarasota Memorial Hospital locations.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 12 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • Mercer University School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Kristen Leigh Walker has 5 locations

Uf Health Surgical Specialists

1600 SW ARCHER RD STE 14GAINESVILLE, FL 32610
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

Dr. Kristen Leigh Walker

1540 S. Tamiami Trail Suite 303Sarasota, FL 34239
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Shands Healthcare

1600 Sw Archer RdGainesville, FL 32610

Sarasota Memorial Hospital

1700 S Tamiami TrlSarasota, FL 34239

Sarasota Memorial Hospital Venice

2600 Laurel Rd ENorth Venice, FL 34275

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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
GAINESVILLE , FLSarasota , FLGulf Breeze , FLGAINESVILLE , FL
Med School: Mercer University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kristen Leigh Walker

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida - HMO
  • Freedom Health
  • Health Alliance
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kristen Leigh Walker has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kristen Leigh Walker has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Thoracic Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

12 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Florida, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Mercer University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2014

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Kristen Walker's office located?
Dr. Kristen Walker's office is located at 1600 SW ARCHER RD STE 14, GAINESVILLE, FL, 32610.
Does Dr. Kristen Walker accept my insurance?
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Is Dr. Kristen Walker accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Kristen Walker accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kristen Walker?
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