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Dr. Karen Baerenstecher, MD

Dr. Karen Baerenstecher, MD

Internal Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Karen Baerenstecher, MD is an internist in Houston, TX and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School in 1993. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Houston Methodist Hospital and Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

2001 Kirby Dr Ste 505 Houston, TX 77019
Telehealth available
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Dr. Baerenstecher's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Baerenstecher

4.1
12 ratings, 12 with a written review
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Great Doctor
Dr. Karen has been my primary for a few years now and I am very upset that she is leaving her current practice. She is the best primary I've ever had. She listens to your concerns, tries to find a solution, has GREAT bed side manner, and replies promptly. Definitely recommend her. I personally have never had a negative experience with her.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jessica C. – Aug 29, 2022
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I really like her as a person, but she took one look at me and classified me as panic disorder. She didn’t listen to all of my symptoms and consider that it could be a neurological problem. She just referred me to a psychiatrist and that was it. I wanted to appreciate and have faith in her, but her lack of attention to the real problem left me looking for a different doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Feb 27, 2021
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I highly recommend Dr. Baerenstecher. She is compassionate, caring, and thorough.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 17, 2020
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Very thorough and polite. Listened and took her time. Unusual nowadays to find a doctor who will slow down long enough to actually listen and pay attention to the patient.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Apr 30, 2019
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Passionate about her work and your health.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Bobby in KINGWOOD, TX – Jun 12, 2018
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The most arrogant, rude & disrespectful Dr I’ve ever had the DISPLEASURE of meeting. She should NOT be practicing medicine. She refused to do a Pap smear bc she “doesn’t like to do them.” She REFUSED to believe my DOCUMENTED MEDICAL HISTORY (Mayo Clinic, UTMB, Methodist, Baylor, etc) She yelled at me & said “I’ve been a doctor for 25 yrs & there’s NO WAY you’ve had these diagnoses!” She has NOT BEEN PRACTICING FOR 20+ YEARS. Worked 1 yr, had babies & just returned 2-3 yrs ago I was told.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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May 09, 2018
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She was not very nice and told me she couldn't "in the allotted time" deal with my issues. I had the feeling that she was looking down her nose at me the whole time. She told me that she none of my records but I was not told to bring any. I had the feeling I was inconveniencing her! Don't waste your time with this dr.
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
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Houston, TX – Nov 10, 2017
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This physician is a very nice, professional, and have passion for her practice staff great as well.. As new patient and I will rate her 10! Great!!!!!!!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Carmouche, C in Houston, TX – Jan 24, 2017
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I have seen many good doctors in my long life, 57, and Dr Baerenstecher is by far the best. First and foremost, she treats you as if you are her own family member. She demonstrates deep concern, and really takes the necessary time to understand and explore and brainstorm all aspects of the problem. In my case she explored symptoms that previous doctors "wrote off". Those symptoms turned out to be quite significant. She is surely one of the best primary care physicians in the Houston area.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Wendell in Houston, TX – Aug 02, 2016
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Dr. Baerenstecher is a though and very knowledgable Doctor. She is professional but personal also. I have never had to wait long and appointments are easy to get. Highly recommend.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Todd G in Houston, TX – May 19, 2016
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Great bedside manner, Personable, Smart, Easy to get an appointment with, On time.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Lisa G. in Houston, TX – May 19, 2016
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Dr. BAERENSTECHER is very knowledgeable, an expert in her field of medicine! She spent time with me and explained my issue in terms that I understood. I would highly recommend her to any of my friends, family or colleagues with confidence.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Katrina in Houston, TX – May 18, 2016
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Dr. Karen Baerenstecher, MD is an internist in Houston, TX and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School in 1993. She is affiliated with...read more

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of Texas Health Science Center At Houston

    Residency Hospital, 1996

  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At Houston Mcgovern Medical School

    Medical School, 1993
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American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Practice

Office2001 Kirby Dr Ste 505 Houston, TX 77019
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(713) 347-1420

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(713) 800-8800
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