Dr. Karen Elmore MD
Internist
12180 Alder St Meadowview VA, 24361About
Dr. Karen Elmore is an internist practicing in Saltville, VA. Dr. Elmore specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Elmore provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Va Commonwealth Univ, Med Coll of Va Sch of Med, Richmond Va 1998
Virginia Commonwealth University / Medical College of Virginia School of Medic 1998
Georgetown University in Washington DC 1998
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Anxiety
- Sinusitis
- Back Pain
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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