Dr. Karen R. Threlkel, ND.
Naturopathic Physician
4801 Wisconsin Ave NW Washington District of Columbia, 20016About
Dr. Karen Threlkel is a naturopathic physician practicing in Washington, District of Columbia. Dr. Threlkel specializes in proactive prevention and treatment. Dr. Threlkel combines holistic healing methods with traditional solutions to medical illness. Providing both individual and family care, the most common ailments treated are allergies, digestive issues, heart disease, fertility, menopause, premenopause, hypothyroid, anxiety, depression, stress, fatigue, and chronic illness. Dr. Threlkel also specializes in the interpretation of genetic raw data for the purpose of understanding one's genetic potential. Naturopathic Physicians place a strong emphasis on natural remedies that add to the broad spectrum of remedies available.
Education and Training
University of Maryland College Park BS in Kinesiology 1992
National College for Naturopathic Medicine Naturopathic Doctor 2000
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- America's Best Doctors 2019 America's Best Doctors
- Patient's Choice Winner 2016 Opencare
Professional Memberships
- American Associate of Naturopathic Physicians
- District of Columbia Association of Naturopathic Physicians
Professional Society Memberships
- American Association of Naturopathic Physicians, DC Association of Naturopathic Physicians
Articles and Publications
- Has submitted articles to local magazines
What do you attribute your success to?
- Listening to her patients and always finding solutions.
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