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Dr. Kara Nance, MD

Obesity Medicine*
3.4 (42)
Map Pin Small Schaumburg, IL
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Kara Nance, MD

Dr. Kara Nance, MD is an Obesity Medicine Specialist in Schaumburg, IL. They specialize in Obesity Medicine, has 24 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine and is affiliated with Northwest Community Hospital and Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital. Dr. Nance, completed a residency at University of Chicago Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Nance an average 3.4 star rating.

Dr. Nance works at WellessenceMD in Schaumburg, IL with other offices in Libertyville, IL. They frequently treat conditions like Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Nance's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Wellessencemd
    919 N Plum Grove Rd Ste A, Schaumburg, IL 60173 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (847) 850-8185
  2. 2
    Grayslake Medical Group LLC
    900 Technology Way Ste 230, Libertyville, IL 60048 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (847) 850-8185

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Northwest Community Hospital
  • Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital

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Metabolic Syndrome
Obesity
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Wellness Examination
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Constipation
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Morbid Obesity
Pharyngitis
Shortness of Breath
Tobacco Use Disorder
Advance Directive End of Life Planning
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Immunization Administration
Obesity Counseling
Abdominal Pain
Abnormal Thyroid
Acne
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Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Administrative Physical
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Atherosclerosis
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Atrophic Vaginitis
Back Pain
Balanoposthitis
Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Boil
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Bronchitis
Bronchospasm
Bursitis
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Cervicitis
Chest Pain
Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
Chlamydia Infections
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Cold Sore
Common Cold
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Diabetes
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Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Dry Skin
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Dysentery
Dyshydrotic Eczema
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Fever
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Fibromyalgia
Folic Acid Deficiency
Folliculitis
Foot Infection
Fungal Nail Infection
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Genital Herpes
Genital Warts
Gout
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Hair Loss
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hidradenitis
High Cholesterol
Hip Sprain
Histoplasmosis
Hives
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Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypogonadism
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Interstitial Cystitis
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iodine Deficiency
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Kidney Stone Pain (Renal Colic)
Lactose Intolerance
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Low Back Pain
Lyme Disease
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Mastodynia
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Menstrual Migraine
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Motion Sickness
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nail Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Nausea
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Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Orchitis
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pericardial Disease
Perimenopause
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Plantar Wart
Pneumonia
Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
Proteinuria
Radiculopathy
Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sarcoidosis
Scabies
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Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Secondary Hypertension
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shingles
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Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sickle Cell Disease
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Strep Throat
Stye
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Swine Flu
Symptomatic Menopause
Tension Headache
Testicular Dysfunction
Throat Pain
Thrush
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Thyroid Goiter
Tinea Versicolor
Tinnitus
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Tonsillitis
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Tremor
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Unexplained Weight Loss
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Varicose Eczema
Venous Compression
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Vertigo
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Viral Infection
Vitamin A Deficiency
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Warts
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Weight Gain
Weight-Related Conditions
Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Allergy Shots
Body Composition Measurement
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Chronic Care Management
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Human Papillomavirus DNA Testing
Immunization
Metabolic Rate Testing
Pap Smear
Physical Examination
Smoking Cessation Counseling
Spirometry
Urinalysis
Vaccination
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    3.4
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    About Dr. Kara Nance, MD

    Specialties*
    • Obesity Medicine

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    Years of Experience
    • 24 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1346295763
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • American College of Physicians
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University of Chicago Medical Center
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Princeton University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine
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    Dr. Nance has seen patients for Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Nance on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    42 patients have reviewed Dr. Nance. The overall rating for this provider is 3.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Nance.

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