
Dr. Karmel L Carothers M.D.
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
4721 S CLIFF AVE INDEPENDENCE MO, 64055About
Dr. Karmel Carothers practices Geriatric Medicine in Independence, MO. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Carothers works as part of a team with other healthcare providers, to address the natural aging that goes on within the body and to manage multiple medical problems and ensure social support.
Education and Training
Univ of Ks Sch of Med, Kansas City Ks 1989
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Dr. Karmel L Carothers M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 19550 E 39th St S Suite 245
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Pamela Maben MD4911 S Arrowhead Dr Independence MO 64055
Nearest Hospitals
CENTERPOINT MEDICAL CENTERl
19600 EAST 39TH STREET INDEPENDENCE MO 64057TRUMAN MEDICAL CENTER LAKEWOODl
7900 LEE'S SUMMIT RD KANSAS CITY MO 64139CENTERPOINT MEDICAL CENTERl
19600 EAST 39TH STREET INDEPENDENCE MO 64057TRUMAN MEDICAL CENTER LAKEWOODl
7900 LEE'S SUMMIT RD KANSAS CITY MO 64139