Dr. Karen L Rakers MD
Family Practitioner
1801 North Loop W Suite 45 Houston TX, 77008About
Dr. Karen Rakers is a family practitioner practicing in Houston, TX. Dr. Rakers specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Rakers possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
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St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo 2002
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