Dr. Karen Harvey Austin M.D.
Family Practitioner
1100 Tunnel Rd Asheville NC, 28805About
Dr. Karen Austin is a family practitioner practicing in Asheville, NC. Dr. Austin 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. Austin 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
Mercer Univ Sch Of Med 1994
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