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Dr. Karen Kovalow-St John, MD

Rheumatology*
3.6 (32)
Map Pin Small Valparaiso, IN
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41 years of experience

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Overview of Dr. Karen Kovalow-St John, MD

Dr. Karen Kovalow-St John, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist in Valparaiso, IN. They specialize in Rheumatology, has 41 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center, French Hospital Medical Center and Marian Regional Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Kovalow-St John an average 3.6 star rating.

Dr. Kovalow-St John works at Practice in Valparaiso, IN with other offices in San Luis Obispo, CA, Chesterton, IN and Bakersfield, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Malaise and Fatigue along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Kovalow-St John's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute PC
    2501 CUMBERLAND DR, Valparaiso, IN 46383 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (219) 921-1444
  2. 2
    San Luis Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Dental Implant Center
    77 Casa St Ste 101, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (661) 695-8385
  3. 3
    Neuromuscular Diagnostic LLC
    601 Gateway Blvd N, Chesterton, IN 46304 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (219) 921-1444
  4. 4
    Rheumatology Services Medical Group
    8329 Brimhall Rd Ste 801, Bakersfield, CA 93312 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (661) 695-8385

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  • Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center
  • French Hospital Medical Center
  • Marian Regional Medical Center

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Malaise and Fatigue
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Malaise and Fatigue
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Malaise and Fatigue
Osteoporosis
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Arthritis
Dupuytrens Contracture
Gout
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Hepatitis B
Joint Pain
Lupus
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spondylitis
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Amyloidosis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Arthritis of the Neck
Arthropathy Associated With Reiters Disease
Behçet's Disease
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Classic Polyarteritis Nodosa
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Dermatomyositis
Difficulty With Walking
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Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
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Fibromyalgia
Goodpasture's Disease
Hammer Toe
Infective Arthritis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Limb Pain
Limb Swelling
Low Back Pain
Lyme Disease
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Weakness
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Plantar Fasciitis
Polymyositis
Psoriasis Vulgaris
Psoriatic Arthritis
Raynaud's Disease
Reiter's Syndrome (Reactive Arthritis)
Sarcoid Arthropathy
Sarcoidosis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Still's Disease
Systemic Chondromalacia
Systemic Sclerosis
Systemic Vasculitis
Temporal Arteritis
Trigger Finger
Vasculitis
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Bone Density Scan
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Osteoporosis Screening
Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
Steroid Injection
Ultrasound
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
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    About Dr. Karen Kovalow-St John, MD

    Specialties*
    • Rheumatology

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    Years of Experience
    • 41 years of experience
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    • English
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    • 1336146281
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • Indiana University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
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    Dr. Kovalow-St John has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Kovalow-St John has seen patients for Malaise and Fatigue, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Kovalow-St John on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    32 patients have reviewed Dr. Kovalow-St John. The overall rating for this provider is 3.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Kovalow-St John.

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