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Dr. Karen Placeres Rodriguez, MD

Dr. Karen Placeres Rodriguez, MD

Surgeon
95-25 Queens Blvd, Ste 503, Rego Park, NY
4.67
“The office was quite busy today but it was well kept. The staff were attentive and friendly. The only thing was that I had to wait 40 minutes but they explained to me that she was just backed up with patients. Giving grace since it was only my first time. During the actual exam Dr. Rodriguez was very attentive and explained everything well to me. I feel very confident for my procedure and that I will be taken care of. ”
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Overall rating

4.67

Average wait time

4.33

Bedside manner

4.58
“The office was quite busy today but it was well kept. The staff were attentive and friendly. The only thing was that I had to wait 40 minutes but they explained to me that she was just backed up with patients. Giving grace since it was only my first time. During the actual exam Dr. Rodriguez was very attentive and explained everything well to me. I feel very confident for my procedure and that I will be taken care of. ”
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“The doctor was very nice, good listener and she explained well everything I needed to know about my surgery ”
Samia K.May 5, 2025

About Dr. Karen Placeres Rodriguez

Dr. Karen Placeres Rodriguez is a surgeon at Northwell Health General Surgery - Central in Rego Park, NY. She welcomes patients with conditions requiring surgical interventions to improve their quality of life.  Dr. Placeres Rodriguez understands every patient’s unique situation and offers individualized treatment plans. She answers everyone’s queries on surgery, ensuring they know the benefits, risks, complications, and other necessary details of the procedure. She also provides post-surgery follow-ups to monitor patient recovery.  Dr. Placeres Rodriguez earned her medical degree from the Central University of the Caribbean. She completed her surgery residency at NYC Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan.

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Popular visit reasons

Abdominal Pain
Abscess
Laparoscopic Surgery Consultation
Lipoma
Pilonidal Cyst
Removal of Cyst
Surgery
Surgery Consultation
Abdominal Pain
Abscess
Laparoscopic Surgery Consultation
Lipoma

Office locations

Northwell Health General Surgery at Rego Park (1 of 2)
95-25 Queens Blvd, Ste 503, Rego Park, NY 11374
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Northwell Health General Surgery - Central (2 of 2)
82-21 Baxter Avenue, 2nd Floor, Elmhurst, NY 11373
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Education and training

  • Medical School - Universidad Central del Caribe, Doctor of Medicine
  • NYC Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan, Residency in Surgery

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1154988343

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Overall rating
4.67
Wait time
4.33
Bedside manner
4.58
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The doctor was very nice, good listener and she explained well everything I needed to know about my surgery
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Dr. Karen is very kind and warm. I had a very good experience.
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Karen is amazing!
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The office was quite busy today but it was well kept. The staff were attentive and friendly. The only thing was that I had to wait 40 minutes but they explained to me that she was just backed up with patients. Giving grace since it was only my first time. During the actual exam Dr. Rodriguez was very attentive and explained everything well to me. I feel very confident for my procedure and that I will be taken care of.
The office did not put my appointment on the doctor’s schedule so they arranged for another doctor to see me. I waited for two hours to see another doctor who flat out told me was from a totally different specialty and he could not help me. I waited two hours riving in pain for a doctor to speak to me for 30 seconds and refer me to urgent care. Insane. Hard Pass.
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Dr. Karen Placeres Rodriguez has 2 office locations, including in Rego Park and Elmhurst, view full addresses on Dr. Placeres Rodriguez's profile.

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

Dr. Karen Placeres Rodriguez frequently sees patients for Abdominal Pain, Lipoma, Removal of Cyst, Surgery, and Surgery Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Karen Placeres Rodriguez on their profile.

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How do patients rate Dr. Karen Placeres Rodriguez in reviews?

12 patients have reviewed Dr. Karen Placeres Rodriguez. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.67/5. They have a 4.58/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.33/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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