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Karen L Starr, MD
Accepting New Patients
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
Residency
UVA
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

754 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

150 Patient Comments

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JABA doctors and nurses for the most part have been acceptable.
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I Trust the advise and treatment recommended and this is very important for building my confidence that I have the best of care
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I love Dr Starr. She answers any questions I have. I would recommend her.
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Dr. Starr is exceptional.
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Took a long time for first visit, discussed history in detail, current drs for specific areas, very direct, clear about tests, options. Liked Dr. Starr's straight forward manner very much. Instilled confidence. I would like to have her as my primary care physician.
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Physician had a medical student present during my visit