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Dr. Kara Shay, MD

Dr. Kara Shay, MD

Internal Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Kara Shay, MD is an internist in Crestview Hills, KY and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Vanderbilt University in 1998. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. Elizabeth Florence Hospital and St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Primary Care - Crestview Hills Internal Medicine - St. Elizabeth Physicians

334 Thomas More Pkwy Crestview Hills, KY 41017
Telehealth available

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Dr. Shay's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shay

4.4
11 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
73%
73%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
18%
18%
2 star
9%
9%
1 star
0%
0%

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I would not recommend Dr. Kara Shay. She was filling in for my regular doctor and did not look at my medical chart. She didn't know my medical history. She did an incomplete annual physical and did not care about my chronic pain.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 04, 2021
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I was a patient of Dr. Shay when I lived and worked in Florence Ky. She was an Excellent Doctor. She was very kind and patient with me. She listened to whatever I had to say, gave me excellent care and advice, all the time. Once, when I was having surgery at St. Elizabeth , by another doctor. She was doing her daily rounds, she saw that I was admitted. She went out of her way and came to check on me. She asked if could do anything for me and did I needed anything. She told me to call if I did. That made me feel so special. I will never forget her. I wish that she was still my doctor. God Bless her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Melissa Dengel – Feb 11, 2021
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Although Dr. Shay is a really nice Dr. I find that having to wait 2-3 months for a follow up appointment very annoying. It is a 15 min appointment and when I inquired about why it takes so long to get in, I was told by her staff because she has a high patient flow. I asked if she still accepts new patients since I really think this is a disservice to her patients. I was told she does take new patients. I might need to look for someone with less of a wait.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
3 others found this helpful
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May 14, 2018
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I've seen over 40 doctors in the last 25 years. Dr. Shay is one of only 3 that were outstanding. My criteria for an outstanding doctor is one that actually listens to and hears me, a doctor that does not rush through my appointment, and a doctor that goes above and beyond on my behalf when necessary. Dr. Shay meets all of those criteria. She spends plenty of time with me, listens intently, hears my opinions and takes them into account and had had to go above and beyond more than once.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Sep 14, 2016
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Dr. Kara Shay, MD is an internist in Crestview Hills, KY and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Vanderbilt University in 1998. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. Elizabeth Florence Hospital...read more
  • Internal Medicine

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  • Vanderbilt University

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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Primary Care - Crestview Hills Internal Medicine - St. Elizabeth Physicians

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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital

    1 Medical Village Dr
    Edgewood, KY 41017
    Recipient of 21
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • St. Elizabeth Florence Hospital

    4900 Houston Rd
    Florence, KY 41042
    Recipient of 4
    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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

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

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    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

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • St. Elizabeth Ft. Thomas Hospital

    85 N Grand Ave
    Fort Thomas, KY 41075
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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