Summary

Dr. Laura Karasek is a general surgeon who specializes in both minimally invasive and robotic surgeries for patients ages 18 and older. She offers a comprehensive suite of surgical services, including hernia repairs, gallbladder removal, appendectomies, and feeding tube insertions.

In addition to minimally invasive and robotic surgeries, Dr. Karasek's research interests include continuing her surgical education and exploring opportunities to reduce current disparities in health care. For Dr. Karasek, medicine is not a job, but a calling.

Dr. Karasek is an assistant professor in the Department of Surgery, Division of General Surgery, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 12 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

SLUCare Physician Group

1027 Bellevue Ave Ste G25Saint Louis, MO 63117
Mon8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Laura Karasek

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cenpatico
  • Cigna
  • Dean Health Plan
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Laura Karasek has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Laura Karasek has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Asthma
  • Desensitization
  • General Surgeon
  • Hay Fever
  • Itching
  • Nasal Allergies
  • Rash
  • Sinusitis
  • Watery Eyes

Certifications, License, & Education

12 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Arizona, 2025, Expired
Medical Doctor, Missouri, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount SinaiGraduated in 2014

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Laura Karasek's office located?
Dr. Laura Karasek's office is located at 1027 Bellevue Ave Ste G25, Saint Louis, MO, 63117.
Is Dr. Laura Karasek accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Laura Karasek affiliated with?
Dr. Laura Karasek is affiliated with Baystate Medical Center.
Does Dr. Laura Karasek accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Laura Karasek accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Laura Karasek accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Laura Karasek accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.

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