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Prachi Karnik, MD
4.8
Medical doctor (MD)
Internal medicine (board certified)
Insurance
Prachi Karnik, MD
4.8
Medical doctor (MD)
Internal medicine (board certified)
Insurance
Location and phone
- 858-499-2703
Fax: 619-446-1742
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About Prachi Karnik, MD
I became a physician because I wanted to combine my interest in biology with my desire to help people. I believe the patient and doctor are partners in achieving and maintaining good health. A positive attitude and a desire to be healthy are supremely important. The emphasis should be placed on prevention and a healthy lifestyle. Medications should only be used when necessary. I participate in the Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group Climate and Planetary Health Committee because I have an interest in addressing the impact of climate change on human health. In my spare time, I enjoy travel, reading, snowboarding and fine dining.
Age:
49In practice since:
2004Gender:
FemaleName pronunciation:
Pra-cheeLanguages:
EnglishEducation
University of California, San Diego:
InternshipUniversity of California, San Diego:
ResidencyUniversity of California, San Francisco:
Medical SchoolAreas of focus
- Allergy testing
- Anxiety and panic disorders
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Back evaluation and treatment
- Chronic cough
- COPD
- Cryosurgery
- Dementia
- Depression
- Diabetes
- Diverticulitis
- Eczema
- End-of-life care
- Esophageal reflux
- Geriatrics
- Hay fever
- Headache
- Heartburn
- Hemorrhoids
- Impotence
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Liver disease
- Osteoporosis
- Postpartum depression
- Preventive medicine
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Shingles
- Smoking cessation techniques
- Vertigo
- Wart treatment
- Weight management
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NPI
1134131725
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Insurance plans accepted
Prachi Karnik, MD, accepts 37 health insurance plans.
Ratings and reviews
4.8
273 ratings
Patient ratings
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
4.8
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
4.8
Care provider’s efforts to include you in decisions about your care
4.8
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
4.8
Provider discussed treatment options
4.7
Patient reviews
Verified Patient
June 30, 20245.0
She is tremendous
Verified Patient
June 14, 20245.0
Dr. Karnik explained everything very well.
Verified Patient
June 14, 20244.8
I would have liked more info on the prescription - risks & options.
Verified Patient
June 9, 20243.0
The appointment felt rushed
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Special recognitions
Over 100 recognitions
Prachi Karnik, MD, has received over 100 Guardian Angel recognitions from grateful patients and families. Have you and your family received exceptional care from Prachi Karnik, MD? Consider paying tribute with a Guardian Angel gift.
Over 100 recognitions
Prachi Karnik, MD, has received over 100 Guardian Angel recognitions from grateful patients and families. Have you and your family received exceptional care from Prachi Karnik, MD? Consider paying tribute with a Guardian Angel gift.
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