Dr. Karen Isselbacher, MD, MA | Internist

About Dr. Karen Isselbacher

Karen T. Isselbacher, M.D., is the founder and CEO of Exceptional Health. With a strong lineage of physicians in her family, medicine is an inherent part of her life. Dr. Isselbacher’s unwavering dedication to patient care has earned her a reputation for establishing profound personal connections with those she treats. Many of her patients speak of the comfort, security, and trust they feel under her compassionate care. Dr. Isselbacher graduated with honors from Harvard University, earning an A.B. Degree in 1981. Subsequently, she obtained her Medical Degree from Boston University School of Medicine in 1985. She completed her medical internship and residency at Mount Auburn Hospital, a prestigious Harvard teaching hospital in Cambridge, MA, in 1989. Additionally, she holds the esteemed title of diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine. Female Physicians with a strong lineage of physicians From 1991 to 2001, Dr. Isselbacher served as an active member of the medical staff at Mount Auburn Hospital, where she practiced primary care medicine. In 2001, she joined the Department of General Internal Medicine at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, continuing to provide exceptional primary care until 2006 in a bustling group practice situated in Newton Corner. Throughout her tenure from 1991 to 2012, Dr. Isselbacher also served as a respected faculty member at Harvard Medical School. She took great pleasure in mentoring students and resident doctors, offering her expertise and guidance. While she has a particular interest in women’s health, Dr. Isselbacher wholeheartedly cares for both men and women. With over 30 years of experience in primary care, Dr. Isselbacher’s commitment to improving & maintaining health of each patient remains unparalleled. The quality of Concierge medical care she provides surpasses expectations, establishing her as a true leader in the field.

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Chronic kidney disease

Osteoporosis

High cholesterol

Chronic high blood pressure

Atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter

Underactive thyroid

Chronic kidney disease

Osteoporosis

High cholesterol

Chronic high blood pressure

Office location

Dr. Karen Isselbacher, MD also offers online video visits for patients

Exceptional Health

70 Hastings St, Wellesley, MA 02481

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Education and background

Practice names

Exceptional Health

Hospital affiliations

Newton-Wellesley Hospital

Board certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine

Education and training

Medical School - Boston University, Doctor of Medicine
Mount Auburn Hospital, Residency in Internal Medicine
Mount Auburn Hospital, Internship in Internal Medicine
Harvard University (Bachelor's)

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1508822867

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Frequently asked questions

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Is Dr. Karen Isselbacher accepting new patients?

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Which hospital is Dr. Karen Isselbacher affiliated with?

Dr. Karen Isselbacher is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital.

What practice does Dr. Karen Isselbacher work with?

Dr. Karen Isselbacher works with Exceptional Health.

Where is Dr. Karen Isselbacher's office located?

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

Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Isselbacher have?

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

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

Dr. Karen Isselbacher frequently sees patients for Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam, Annual Physical, ENT Consultation, Illness, and Psychiatry Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Karen Isselbacher on their profile.