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Karen Nead, M.D.

Karen Nead, M.D.

Medicine , Primary Care , Pediatrics

5 out of 5 stars
125 Ratings
53 Comments
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Contact

Office (585) 654-5432
Fax (585) 288-7871

Locations

Culver Medical Group - Rochester

913 Culver Road
Rochester, NY 14609

(585) 654-5432 Get Directions

About Me

Dr. Nead received her medical degree from the University of Rochester Medical School. She then completed her residency in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, and a fellowship in Pediatrics at the University of Rochester. She worked in Connecticut for three years, before returning to Rochester to work ...
Dr. Nead received her medical degree from the University of Rochester Medical School. She then completed her residency in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, and a fellowship in Pediatrics at the University of Rochester. She worked in Connecticut for three years, before returning to Rochester to work at Culver Medical Group.

She is an Assistant Professor in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at the University of Rochester. She is board certified in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American College of Physicians.

Dr. Nead enjoys caring for multiple generations of family members. Her primary medical interests include preventive health care, pediatric obesity, nutrition education, and complementary medicine. Outside of work, she enjoys running, hiking, biking and spending time with her family

Certified Specialties

Internal Medicine - American Board of Internal Medicine

Faculty Appointments

Professor of Clinical Medicine (Part-Time) - Department of Medicine, Primary Care Physicians (SMD)

Professor of Clinical Pediatrics (Part-Time) - Department of Pediatrics, General Pediatrics (SMD) - Joint

Credentials

Residency & Fellowship

Fellowship, Pediatrics, University of Rochester Medical Center. 2001 - 2003

Residency, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center. 1998 - 2001

Internship, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center. 1997 - 1998

Education

MD | University of Rochester School of Medicine/Dentistry (USA). 1997

Awards

Lawrence A. Kohn Senior Teaching Fellow. 2012 - 2014

Howard A. Pearson, MD Teaching Award. 2004

BA, Cum Laude. 1992

Publications

Journal Articles

Overweight children and adolescents: a risk group for iron deficiency.

Nead KG, Halterman JS, Kaczorowski JM, Auinger P, Weitzman M

Pediatrics.. 2004 July 114 (1):104-8. Epub 1900 01 01.

Ratings & Comments

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Ratings

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

5.0 stars

Care provider's efforts to include you in decisions about your care

5.0 stars

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.9 stars

Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others

4.9 stars

Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

4.9 stars

Patient Comments

Dr Nead is great. She is great with children. Has the best bedside manner, is gentle, knowledgeable, helpful, n my son did everything she asked. Which is a miracle in itself!

Dec 26, 2024

I would recommend the Droctor and her team.

Dec 08, 2024

I saw the on call doctor (due to last minute appointment), but she was just as concerned and willing to help as my primary care. She addressed all of my issues and made sure I had all needed tests done before I left. [...]

Dec 01, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr. Nead listens and cares. She takes time to examine, diagnose, treat and/or advise me about every ailment and discomfort I mention. I feel fortunate to be one of her patients.

Oct 14, 2024

5.0 stars

The doctor takes care of my whole family.

Oct 02, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr. Nead did a great job of listening to my concerns, explaining things, and answering questions.

Jul 25, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr. Nead is ALWAYS interested in my care and well being. It's a pleasure to work with her because I know that she is invested in her profession and genuine with me as a patient.

Jun 13, 2024

5.0 stars

Everyone was nice & professional.

May 18, 2024

5.0 stars

My provider takes very good care of me! I really don't want to see anybody else but her she knows me inside and out. She's been my doctor over 20 years that should tell you something.

May 14, 2024

5.0 stars

She always treats me special!!and goes above and beyond her job!!!

May 14, 2024