Dr. Karen McCowen, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*•Female•Age 60

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*

Dr. Karen McCowen, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in San Diego, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. McCowen has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening, Thyroid Disorders, and Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring. She graduated from TEACHERS COLLEGE AT COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY in 1994. She is affiliated with UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Karen McCowen, MD

Practice

4168 Front St Ste 1-106 San Diego, CA 92103
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
(619) 543-6303
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
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Accepting new patients

(619) 543-6303

Hospital Highlight

Dr. McCowen is affiliated with UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center San Diego, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. McCowen specializes in the area of Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology. • 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
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. McCowen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McCowen

4.1

9 ratings, 7 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
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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Jan 26, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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May 29, 2023
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Matthew P Robbins – Nov 02, 2021
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 31, 2019
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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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Karla in Imperial Valley – Jul 11, 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
9 people found this helpful
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SW in San Diego, CA – Oct 24, 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
7 people found this helpful
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Carlsbad, CA – Sep 07, 2016
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About Me

biography

Karen McCowen, MD, is a board-certified endocrinologist. She has a special interest in the management of diabetes in pregnancy, technologies for managing type 1 diabetes, thyroid biopsy and thyroid cancer, and pituitary and adrenal diseases.Dr....read more

  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

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  • Teachers College At Columbia University

    Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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Locations

Practice

Office4168 Front St Ste 1-106 San Diego, CA 92103
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UC San Diego Health Clinical Laboratory-La Jolla9350 Campus Point Dr La Jolla, CA 92037
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UC San Diego Health-Encinitas MIDWIFE1200 Garden View Rd Ste 100 Encinitas, CA 92024
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center

    200 W Arbor Dr
    San Diego, CA 92103
    Recipient of 50
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

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

    5% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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