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Dr. Karen Hamad, MD

Dr. Karen Hamad, MD

Internal Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Karen Hamad, MD is an internist in Osprey, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1995. She is affiliated with medical facilities Sarasota Memorial Hospital and Sarasota Memorial Hospital Venice. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.6 Star Rating
Based on 39 reviews 2.6 Star Rating (39 reviews)

Practice

929 S Tamiami Trl Ste 101 Osprey, FL 34229
Telehealth available
(941) 917-4700

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Hamad specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Hamad's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hamad

2.6

39 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
36%
36%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
5%
5%
1 Star
56%
56%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 20, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 28, 2023
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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
Cathy Ford-Coates – Mar 10, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
May 07, 2019
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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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
B, FL – Feb 07, 2019
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What went well
No results
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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 20, 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
Jan 11, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rob in Venice fl – May 11, 2016
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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
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
M in Sarasota, FL – Jan 26, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
Becky in Osprey, FL – Jan 08, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Karen Hamad, MD is an internist in Osprey, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1995. She is affiliated with medical facilities Sarasota Memorial Hospital and...read more

  • Internal Medicine

  • Pediatrics

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Tulane University Hospital And Clinics

    Residency Hospital, 1999

  • Charity/tulane

    Internship Hospital, 1996

  • Tulane University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
American Board of Pediatrics®
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Pediatrics
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Locations

Practice

SMH Physician Services Inc.929 S Tamiami Trl Ste 101 Osprey, FL 34229
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 4:30pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital Venice

    2600 Laurel Rd E
    North Venice, FL 34275
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

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

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    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.

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

    3% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    20% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital

    1700 S Tamiami Trl
    Sarasota, FL 34239
    Recipient of 40
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all 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

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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