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Dr. Karen Phillipps, MD

Dr. Karen Phillipps, MD

Family Medicine*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Karen Phillipps, MD is a family medicine physician in Lake Wales, FL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Ross University School of Medicine in 2000. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as AdventHealth Lake Wales and AdventHealth Sebring. She is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 46 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (46 reviews)

Practice

851 Chalet Suzanne Rd Lake Wales, FL 33859

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Phillipps specializes in the area of Family Practice. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Phillipps' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Phillipps

3.9
46 ratings, 16 with a written review
5 star
63%
63%
4 star
7%
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3 star
7%
7%
2 star
4%
4%
1 star
20%
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Excellent Care
Having just moved to the area, I needed a new PCP. After much searching and reviewing, I chose Dr. Phillipps and TLC. I found her to be an excellent and thorough physician who spends enough time with patients to build a relationship, review testing and conditions, answer questions and make a plan going forward. I also find her assistants and staff to be pleasant and helpful. You may have a longer wait time due to the thoroughness given each patient but I understand that and know I will get the same unrushed attention as well.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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John P – May 30, 2024
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Finally a Doctor that listens, explains, and takes
Dr Phillips always takes her time to understand, and make her patients understand clearly, she has a great NP at facility too. First Dr in 64 years I have total trust in!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Deborah Firenze – Feb 06, 2024
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Today is a day in which we give THANKS....& I can't thank TLC Family Practice enough for Amanda Waters, MSN,APRN-C! My first time having a Dr/Nurse interactions other than the ER. With my experience, Drs are very condescending, impatient & don't listen. Not here! With each visit, Amanda displayed such compassion, care, concern, empathy, patience, attentiveness & understanding. She took such care & concern & asked questions! Amanda actually showed that she cared, unlike other drs that i had experienced, & took the time to understand & diagnose the ailment. Each medical issue I had, she addressed & resolved with the correct treatment! There's no room for doubt or questions because Amanda is so thorough. She gives a whole new meaning to dotting ur I's & crossing ur 'T's! She was 'Johnny on the spot' after learning of my chest pains I previously experienced & did due diligence in addressing it.Without reservation or hesitation & with due diligence leaving no stone unturned, with compassion, care & concern, each medial issue was addressed. Now, I can ?? off my medical concerns because of Amanda Waters ?? off each of hers! Happy Thanksgiving Amanda Waters! Oh yes, I also give thanks to Chomyon, who fought tooth & nail with my insurance company! Chomyon never gave up & never gave in! Initially my insurance company refused to pay for a monthly mediation that I needed to take costing $450 month (with discount). Now, Chomoyn's due diligence & persistence, I am only paying $25! & Lastly, I give thanks for the entire TLC Team! With each visit, there was a smile, concern, compassion & attentiveness & a spirit of: "How May I Help You"! From friendly reminders to making appointments to receiving payments always with a smile & a patient & caring ?? . Now...I almost look forward to getting sick! (Not;) They say, "Love Is A Healing Agent"...TLC Family Practice definitely lives up to its name! Thank you TLC Family Practice for showing me TLC! Happy Thanksgiving! Sincerely, Jacqueline Hawkins A Happy patient on the road to good 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jacqueline Hawkins – Nov 26, 2023
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I saw Amanda Waters, MSN,APRN-C today. By far the absolute best healthcare provider I’ve ever spoken with. She LISTENED, explained and informed so much more than I’ve ever experienced in my 68 years. I’m excited and hopeful for an ongoing good relationship between provider and patient. She’s a rare gem!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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brenda johnston – Apr 29, 2022
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Dr. Karen Phillips and her staff are fantastic.They are caring thorough and I could not be happier with their care.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Michael Edward Waters – Jan 09, 2021
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Dr. Phillips was very friendly and was an amazing Doctor.
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
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 06, 2020
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Best doctor I’ve ever been to. She really cares about your needs and will spend alllll the time you need to get all your issues handled... So very sweet as well, along with AL her staff...
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
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Teresa Rutherford in Lake Wales, FL – Jan 22, 2020
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I have GREAT respect for Dr Phillipps ! She has met my every need and worked with me through diabetes and heart failure and kidney failure. Did an ordered appropiate X-rays, lab tests and referrals. Sge is wonderful!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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May 19, 2019
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Dr. Phillipps is absolutely excellent. Been seeing her since 2005. Brilliant Doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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May 17, 2019
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Dr Phillipps is a ver compassionate Doctor who takes her time with each patient in order to solve their problems even the mentally ill.Anyone saying otherwise is not telling the truth
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 20, 2019
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I feel very comfortable talking to Dr. Phillips and Nurse Lisa. I have had appointments with both and feel I receive excellent care from both of them. I have Multiple Sclerosis and they are very knowledgeable of my disease and provide me the resources and medical professionals to ensure a positive quality of life. Appointments are within 2 days or same day of request.
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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April in Se bring, FL – Nov 29, 2017
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The best sixties I've ever had!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Ft Meade, FL – Nov 05, 2017
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Dr. Phillips and her staff with A.R.N.P. Lisa and all her girls are absolutely a breath of fresh air. They are very personable while being professional. Cannot say enough good things about Dr. Phillips. She has caught several of my medical problems on first visit and has them taken care of promptly. She has more compassion than any Dr. I have ever visited. She treats her patients and staff with utmost respect and yet puts her personal touch on everything. Lisa is absolutely wonderful too.
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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Tammy in Lake Wales, FL – Feb 01, 2017
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Listens intensely. Seeks new specialties to thoroughly help her patients
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
3 others found this helpful
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Mel in Cape Coral, FL – Jul 15, 2016
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Very thorough and truly cares about 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Cindy in Cape Coral, FL – Jul 15, 2016
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I went multiple times for a rash - she could never figure out what it was. I went to a new Dr. and she immediately told me what it was. Every time I went to Dr. Phillipps she would give me a least one new prescription, and usually two or three of them. The rash I had was caused by one of the scripts she gave me. I am currently not on *any* prescription medication.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
12 others found this helpful
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Miss Pita in Lake Wales, FL – Mar 06, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Karen Phillipps, MD is a family medicine physician in Lake Wales, FL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Ross University School of Medicine in 2000. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as AdventHealth Lake Wales and AdventHealth Sebring. She is accepting new patients.
  • Family Medicine

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  • University Of Miami

    Undergraduate School
  • Warren Hosp/coventry

    Residency Hospital, 2003
  • Ross University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

Karen N. Phillipps MD PA851 Chalet Suzanne Rd Lake Wales, FL 33859
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Winter Haven Hospital

    200 Avenue F NE
    Winter Haven, FL 33881
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • AdventHealth Sebring

    4200 Sun N Lake Blvd
    Sebring, FL 33872
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    69%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • AdventHealth Lake Wales

    410 S 11th St
    Lake Wales, FL 33853

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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