Dr. Karen Butterfield M.D.
Internist
795 El Camino Real Palo Alto CA, 94301About
Dr. Karen Butterfield is an internist practicing in Palo Alto, CA. Dr. Butterfield 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. Butterfield 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
Stanford University School of Medicine 1988
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- High Cholesterol
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
Dr. Karen Butterfield M.D.'s Practice location
Dr. Karen Butterfield M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Butterfield
Recommended Articles
- What is HIV: Get the Facts
Over the course of our four million or so years of evolution, we humans have developed a highly-specialized immune system that is quite a warrior in combating infections. We are bombarded daily by bacterial and viral pathogens which have the potential to cause us serious illness, but, completely...
- What are the Causes and Symptoms of Meningitis?
Inflammation of the meninges, the delicate membrane covering brain and spinal cord, is called as meningitis. There are different types of meningitis based on the cause of the disease. Some of these forms have very mild symptoms and may resolve on its own, while some other forms are serious and life...
- Potential Causes of Leukopenia
IntroductionA decrease in the number of white blood cells (WBCs) is referred to as leukopenia. There are several causes for leukopenia. It may be due to certain drugs, cancer, radiation and chemotherapy for cancer, stem cell transplant, surgery, steroids, or autoimmune disorders. The immune system...
- Causes and Treatment for Dry Cough
IntroductionA dry cough is a type of cough that does not accompany the production of mucus or phlegm. Most cases of dry cough are caused by certain allergic reactions from allergens, such as pollutants, dust, or toxins. The body usually tries to expel these irritants by coughing it out. In some...
- The Possible Causes of Rib Pain
What is a rib cage?A human rib cage consists of 12 pairs of ribs, which are symmetrically paired on both sides of the body. The rib cage shields the organs located in the chest region, which include the lungs and heart from any kind of damage or injury. The ribs are attached to the sternum...
- What Could Dysuria Be Telling You?
What is dysuria?Dysuria is the medical term for painful urination or a burning sensation, discomfort, or difficulty when passing urine. In most cases, dysuria is a symptom of another medical condition. Males and females of any age can experience dysuria. However, this symptom is more common in...
Nearby Providers
- Melvin C. Britton795 El Camino Boulevard Palo Alto California 94301
- Dr. Jose Gilberto Montoya MD795 El Camino Real Palo Alto CA 94301
- Dr. Nawal Liane atwan Johansen M.D.805 El Camino Real Palo Alto CA 94301
- Dr. Christopher Kwong MD795 El Camino Real Palo Alto CA 94301
- Dr. Susan Elgee MD795 El Camino Real Palo Alto CA 94301
- Dr. Laura L Holmes MD795 El Camino Real Palo Alto CA 94301