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Dr. Karen Sherwood, MD

Dermatology
5.0 (5)
Map Pin Small La Canada Flintridge, CA
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Karen Sherwood, MD

Dr. Karen Sherwood, MD is a Dermatologist in La Canada Flintridge, CA. They specialize in Dermatology, has 40 years of experience, and is board certified in Dermatology. They graduated from BAYLOR UNIVERSITY. Patients rated Dr. Sherwood an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Sherwood works at Practice in La Canada Flintridge, CA with other offices in Los Angeles, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Contact Dermatitis, Moles (Benign Skin Lesions) and Actinic Keratosis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross 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. Sherwood's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Descanso Dermatology Medical Group
    1346 Foothill Blvd Ste 203, La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (818) 790-6726
  2. 2
    Children's Hospital Los Angeles
    4650 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90027 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (323) 660-2450
    Monday
    08:00 - 21:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 21:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 21:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 21:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 21:00
    Saturday
    08:00 - 18:00
    Sunday
    08:00 - 18:00

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    About Dr. Karen Sherwood, MD

    Specialties
    • Dermatology
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 40 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1386646503
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • BAYLOR UNIVERSITY
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Dermatology
    Board Certifications
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    A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

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

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

    Dr. Sherwood has seen patients for Contact Dermatitis, Moles (Benign Skin Lesions) and Actinic Keratosis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Sherwood on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    5 patients have reviewed Dr. Sherwood. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Sherwood.

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