Dr. Karen A Hearst MD
Family Practitioner
301 Halifax St Petersburg VA, 23803About
Dr. Karen Hearst is a family practitioner practicing in Petersburg, VA. Dr. Hearst 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. Hearst 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.
Education and Training
Va Commonwealth Univ, Med Coll of Va Sch of Med, Richmond Va 1990
Virginia Commonwealth University / Medical College of Virginia School of Medic 1990
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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