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Dr. Karina Mendez Vargas, MD

Neurology*
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Map Pin Small Fairbanks, AK
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15 years of experience

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Overview of Dr. Karina Mendez Vargas, MD

Dr. Karina Mendez Vargas, MD is a Neurology Specialist in Fairbanks, AK. They specialize in Neurology, has 15 years of experience, and is board certified in Neurology. They graduated from Universidad Central Del Caribe School of Medicine and is affiliated with Fairbanks Memorial Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Mendez Vargas an average 2.8 star rating.

Dr. Mendez Vargas works at Practice in Fairbanks, AK. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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    Specialties*
    • Neurology

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    • 15 years of experience
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    • Universidad Central Del Caribe School of Medicine
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    • Neurology
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    Dr. Mendez Vargas has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Mendez Vargas works at Practice in Fairbanks, AK. View the full address on Dr. Mendez Vargas’s profile.

    4 patients have reviewed Dr. Mendez Vargas. The overall rating for this provider is 2.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Mendez Vargas.

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