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Dr. Karen S Kolba MD

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

3/5(56)
607 E Plaza Dr Suite A Santa Maria CA, 93454
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3/5

About

Dr. Karen Kolba is a rheumatologist practicing in Santa Maria, CA. Dr. Kolba specializes in the treatment of musculoskeletal diseases and systematic autoimmune conditions that can affect the bones, muscles or bones. Eventually, if not treated, these illnesses can also impact the skin, eyes, nervous system and internal organs. Dr. Kolba treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.

Education and Training

Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi 1977

Med College Of Wisconsin 1977

Medical College of Wisconsin 1977

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish 41 years of experience

Expert Publications

Data provided by the National Library of Medicine

Treatments

  • Psoriasis
  • Osteoporosis
  • Arthritis
  • Uveitis
  • Frozen Shoulder
  • Pain

Dr. Karen S Kolba MD's Practice location

Ms. Karen Kolba, MD

607 E Plaza Dr Suite A -
Santa Maria, CA 93454
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New patients: 805-925-8899
Fax: 805-922-5259

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Patient Experience with Dr. Kolba


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Dr. Karen S Kolba MD has a rating of 3 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 56 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Rheumatologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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