Summary

Dr. Mark Karas is a family medicine physician with additional expertise in emergency medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency at St Margaret Memorial Hospital. With five decades of clinical experience, Dr. Karas brings extensive knowledge to patient care. He is fluent in Portuguese and Spanish.

Dr. Karas practices at multiple locations throughout Port Charlotte, Florida, including Fawcett Memorial Hospital and Shorepoint Health Port Charlotte. He is affiliated with the Malcom Randall Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. His clinical focus includes treating high cholesterol in children and teens, managing high blood pressure, and addressing various lipid disorders. Dr. Karas performs substance use disorder screenings, ankle-brachial index tests to assess circulation, and asthma challenge tests to evaluate breathing function. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.4.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.4
  • 50 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Portuguese, Spanish
  • St Margaret Memorial Hospital
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Mark Michael Karas has 3 locations

Fawcett Memorial Hospital

21298 Olean BlvdPort Charlotte, FL 33952

Shorepoint Health Port Charlotte

2500 Harbor BlvdPort Charlotte, FL 33952

Port Charlotte Community Based Outpatient Clinic

4161 Tamiami Trl Ste 401Port Charlotte, FL 33952
Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: University Of Florida College Of Medicine Med School: Miami Dade College Med School: Ross University School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Mark Michael Karas

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - POS
  • Cigna - PPO
  • HealthNow
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Mark Michael Karas has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Mark Michael Karas has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Dr. Mark Michael Karas holds an active medical license in the state of Florida.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Florida that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St Margaret Memorial Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Florida College Of Medicine in 1976.

NPI Number

Dr. Karas' NPI number is 1265471742.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Mark Karas speak?
Dr. Mark Karas speaks Portuguese and Spanish.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Mark Karas affiliated with?
Dr. Mark Karas is affiliated with Malcom Randall Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
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Does Dr. Mark Karas accept my insurance?
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