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Dr. Karen Harum, MD

Dr. Karen Harum, MD

Pediatrics*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Karen Harum, MD is a pediatrician in Wilmington, NC and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Miami Miller School of Medicine in 1987. She is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Locations

Clinic for Special Children

Clinic for Special Children432 Eastwood Rd Ste 200 Wilmington, NC 28403
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Care Philosophy

"My philosophy of medical practice is closely tied to parental rights, and to the belief that all children are created equal - all are a gift to their family. I have designed a place where parents feel comfortable an..."

- Dr. Karen Harum, MD

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Harum specializes in the areas of Neurodevelopment Disabilities & Pediatrics. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Quiet HospitalPatients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals

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Dr. Harum's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Harum

4.1

14 ratings, 8 with a written review
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1 Star
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Beth Prichard – Nov 07, 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
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 11, 2020
Thank you for your kind words. We were glad to...Read More
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
NC – Jul 14, 2018
Thank you for your kind words. We enjoy working...Read More
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Wilmington – Jan 24, 2018
Thank you for your kind words. We enjoy taking...Read More
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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
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Trish – Oct 31, 2017
Thank you for your kind words. We enjoy taking...Read More
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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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tom in Wilmington, NC – Oct 04, 2017
Thank you for your kind words. It's an honor and...Read More
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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
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sally in Wilmington, NC – Sep 02, 2017
Thank you for your comments. My practice approach...Read More
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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
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 19, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

My philosophy of medical practice is closely tied to parental rights, and to the belief that all children are created equal - all are a gift to their family. I have designed a place where parents feel comfortable and accepted, where all questions...read more

biography

Dr. Harum has practiced developmental medicine for over 23 years and has special expertise in the neuroscience of learning and autism. Her affiliations include: Fellow, American Academy of Pediatrics Neurodevelopmental Disabilities, Fellowship...read more
  • Pediatrics

  • Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics

  • Neurodevelopmental Disabilities

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  • Jackson Mem Hosp/jackson Hlth, Pediatrics University Fl Affil Hosps, Pediatrics

    Residency Hospital
  • Kennedy Krieger Inst/johns Hopkins University

    Fellowship Hospital, 1999
  • Jackson Memorial Hosp/u Miami

    Internship Hospital, 1989
  • University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Neurodevelopment Disabilities
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatrics
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  • English

  • American Sign Language

  • Polish

  • Spanish

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center

    2131 S 17th St
    Wilmington, NC 28401
    Recipient of 7
    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

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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