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Dr. Kara Sands, MD

Neurology
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Overview of Dr. Kara Sands, MD

Dr. Kara Sands, MD is a Neurology Specialist in Scottsdale, AZ. 

Dr. Sands works at Mayo Clinic - Arizona in Scottsdale, AZ. They frequently treat conditions like All Headaches (incl. Migraine), Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) and Cerebral Artery Thrombosis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Sands' Office Locations

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    Scottsdale - Neuro
    13400 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85259 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (480) 955-0943

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All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
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All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Cerebral Artery Thrombosis

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    Insurance Accepted

    • Aetna
    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
    • Blue Cross Blue Shield
    • Cigna
    • First Health
    • Humana
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    • UnitedHealthCare
    • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield

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    Apr 17, 2019
    We felt so incredibly blessed to have been led to Dr. Sands. Never before have we experienced the kind of care, compassion, thoughtful listening, follow through on testing, planning and treatment. We cannot say enough about her warmth and skill. She immediately shows her concern and shares the promise that she will do everything possible that needs to be done. The time she was willing to spend with us seemed unlimited. We truly feel embraced by Dr. Sands and are enjoying our medical relationship
    Pam and Mark Glidewell in Mesa, AZ — Apr 17, 2019
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    About Dr. Kara Sands, MD

    Specialties
    • Neurology
    Specialties
    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1457512717
    NPI Number
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    Education & Certifications

    Board Certifications
    • Neurology and Vascular Neurology
    Board Certifications
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Mayo Clinic Hospital

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Kara Sands, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Sands is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Sands has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Sands works at Mayo Clinic - Arizona in Scottsdale, AZ. View the full address on Dr. Sands’s profile.

    Dr. Sands has seen patients for All Headaches (incl. Migraine), Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) and Cerebral Artery Thrombosis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Sands on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    Dr. Sands has not been reviewed and rated on Healthline FindCare, yet. If you have seen this provider you can leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Sands.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Sands, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Sands appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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