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Karen L Starr, MD
UVA Health Provider

Karen L Starr, MD

Geriatric Medicine

Primary Phone Number
Fax Number
434.964.1432

Bio & Overview

As an internal medicine physician, Karen L. Starr, MD, specializes in geriatric medicine and palliative care. Dr. Starr is the medical director of University Physicians at JABA, the UVA geriatrics outpatient clinic at the Jefferson Area Board of Aging.

Dr. Starr's clinical interests include:

  • Assisted-living care
  • Geriatric consults
  • Home visits
  • Primary care
  • Nursing home

A graduate of the University of Maryland School of Medicine, Dr. Starr completed her residency at UVA. She has practiced internal medicine and geriatrics in the Charlottesville area for more than 25 years.

Outside of the clinic, Dr. Starr enjoys riding a tandem bike with her husband, hiking with her children, and playing the violin.

Academic Information

Department
Medicine
Academic Role
Assistant Professor
Division
General Medicine - Geriatrics
Gender
Female
Languages
English
Age Groups Seen
Older Adults (65+)
Primary Education
University of Maryland School of Medicine (1986)
Residency
UVA Health Medical Center (1989)
Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine), American Board of Internal Medicine (Internal Medicine)

Highlights

Awards

  • UVA PX, 2021
  • Geriatric Recognition Award, 2020

Reviews

792 Patient Satisfaction Ratings

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Overall
4.9 Out of 5
Provider showed concern
Provider explained things clearly
Provider included you in decisions
Provider discussed treatment options
Likelihood of recommending this provider

184 Patient Comments

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Dr Starr is all good things. I leave her office feeling confident of her knowledge and decisions made of my care.
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My visits to this office are always so thorough; I feel well taken care of
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She is a great Doctor!!!
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Doctor was pleasant, asked my opinion, but did not show any real connection or concern for my discomfort or illness. Made me feel as though my concerns were unimportant, not a good use of her time.
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Very good is not enough. Excellent is more accurate
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Dr. Starr is always available to discuss any concerns I have at the time. Her staff has also been very helpful.