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Dr. Karen Lasser, MD

Dr. Karen Lasser, MD

Primary Care Doctor
801 Massachusetts Ave, Ste 6B, Boston, MA
Karen E. Lasser, MD, MPH, is Professor of Medicine and Community Health Sciences at Boston University Schools of Medicine and Public Health. Her research has focused on improving quality of care in primary care for underserved patient populations and reducing health disparities. A graduate of the Boston City Hospital Primary Care Internal Medicine training program and Harvard General Internal Medicine Fellowship Program, Dr. Lasser has spent her career practicing primary care and conducting research in safety-net health care settings (Cambridge Health Alliance and Boston Medical Center). She has authored over 75 manuscripts and has been principal investigator on numerous federal and foundation grants. Her recent work includes randomized trials in the primary care setting to promote smoking cessation, and adherence to guidelines for monitoring patients with chronic pain on chronic opioid therapy. Dr. Lasser speaks fluent Spanish and Portuguese, and is an approved bilingual provider.
Highly recommended
90% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.80

Average wait time

4.00

Bedside manner

4.50

About Dr. Karen Lasser

Karen E. Lasser, MD, MPH, is Professor of Medicine and Community Health Sciences at Boston University Schools of Medicine and Public Health. Her research has focused on improving quality of care in primary care for underserved patient populations and reducing health disparities. A graduate of the Boston City Hospital Primary Care Internal Medicine training program and Harvard General Internal Medicine Fellowship Program, Dr. Lasser has spent her career practicing primary care and conducting research in safety-net health care settings (Cambridge Health Alliance and Boston Medical Center). She has authored over 75 manuscripts and has been principal investigator on numerous federal and foundation grants. Her recent work includes randomized trials in the primary care setting to promote smoking cessation, and adherence to guidelines for monitoring patients with chronic pain on chronic opioid therapy. Dr. Lasser speaks fluent Spanish and Portuguese, and is an approved bilingual provider.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Chronic diabetes
Diabetic emergency
Chronic high blood pressure
Lower back pain
Chronic diabetes
Diabetic emergency
Chronic high blood pressure
Lower back pain

Office location

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Crosstown Center
801 Massachusetts Ave, Ste 6B, Boston, MA 02118
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Education and background

Practice names

Hospital affiliations

  • Boston Medical Center

Board certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine

Education and training

  • Medical School - Cornell University, Doctor of Medicine
  • Boston Medical Center, Residency in Primary Care Internal Medicine
  • Harvard University, Fellowship in General Internal Medicine
  • Harvard University, Master’s in Public Health
  • Harvard University (Bachelor’s)

Professional memberships

  • Society of General Internal Medicine
  • AcademyHealth

Awards and publications

  • National Merit Scholar, Harvard College
  • Harvard College Scholarship
  • R. Knight Steele Award for Excellence in Geriatric Clinical Medicine, Boston Medical Center
  • HRSA Institutional National Research Service Award, Harvard Medical School
  • Chief Resident in Primary Care Internal Medicine, Boston Medical Center

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1932235520

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.80
Wait time
4.00
Bedside manner
4.50
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Which hospital is Dr. Karen Lasser affiliated with?

Dr. Karen Lasser is affiliated with Boston Medical Center.

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Where is Dr. Karen Lasser's office located?

Dr. Karen Lasser has 2 office locations in Boston, view full addresses on Dr. Lasser's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Lasser have?

Dr. Karen Lasser is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Karen Lasser?

Dr. Karen Lasser frequently sees patients for Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam, Annual Physical, General Consultation, Illness, and New Patient Visit. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Karen Lasser on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Karen Lasser speak?

Dr. Karen Lasser speaks English, Spanish, and Portuguese.

How do patients rate Dr. Karen Lasser in reviews?

10 patients have reviewed Dr. Karen Lasser. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.8/5. They have a 4.5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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