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Dr. John Karst, MD

Dr. John Karst, MD

Internal Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. John Karst, MD is an internist in Montgomery, AL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Prattville Baptist Hospital and Baptist Medical Center East. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 30 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (30 reviews)

Practice

4485 Atlanta Hwy Montgomery, AL 36109
Telehealth available
(334) 272-4302
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Dr. Karst is a patient favorite Internist

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  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Karst specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Karst's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Karst

4.3

30 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
77%
77%
4 Star
7%
7%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
3%
3%
1 Star
13%
13%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Breet Popwell – Jan 11, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dave Livermore – Jul 18, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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P Alford – Jul 18, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jun 26, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Katrina Grier Montgomery, AL – Apr 14, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Thomas Ensey – Feb 10, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 13, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 03, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
PAUL THORNTON in Millbrook, AL – Aug 31, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Billy in Elmore, AL – Oct 06, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Wetumpka, AL – Sep 14, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
ToughCookie in Montgomery, AL – Jun 03, 2016
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Dr. John Karst, MD is an internist in Montgomery, AL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Prattville Baptist Hospital...read more

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Patient Favorite Award

Dr. Karst is a patient favorite Internist

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    Locations

    Practice

    J. Michael Karst M.D. P.A.4485 Atlanta Hwy Montgomery, AL 36109
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Baptist Medical Center East

      400 Taylor Rd
      Montgomery, AL 36117

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Prattville Baptist Hospital

      124 S Memorial Dr
      Prattville, AL 36067
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Baptist Medical Center South

      2105 E South Blvd
      Montgomery, AL 36116
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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