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Dr. Kara Swafford, MD is a Neurology Specialist in Lexington, KY. They specialize in Neurology, has 10 years of experience, and is board certified in Neurology. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY / CHANDLER MEDICAL CENTER and is affiliated with University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital.
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Dr. Swafford's Office Locations
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Kentucky Children's Hospital800 Rose St, Lexington, KY 40536 Directions (859) 323-5661
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Uk College of Dentistry Kentucky Clinic740 Rose St, Lexington, KY 40536 Directions (859) 323-5661
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- University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital
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Memory Evaluation
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Specialties*
- Neurology
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Years of Experience
- 10 years of experience
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Languages Spoken
- English
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NPI Number
- 1114332749
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Education & Certifications
Medical Education
- UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY / CHANDLER MEDICAL CENTER
Medical Education
Board Certifications
- Neurology and Vascular Neurology
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