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Dr. Karla Vaz, MD

Pediatric Gastroenterology*
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16 years of experience

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Overview of Dr. Karla Vaz, MD

Dr. Karla Vaz, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterology Specialist in Columbus, OH. They specialize in Pediatric Gastroenterology, has 16 years of experience, and is board certified in Pediatric Gastroenterology. They graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine and is affiliated with Holzer Medical Center, Holzer Medical Center - Jackson, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Riverside Methodist Hospital and Southern Ohio Medical Center. Dr. Vaz, completed a residency at Cincinnati Childrens Hospital Medical Center.

Dr. Vaz works at Practice in Columbus, OH. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Vaz's Office Locations

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    Nationwide Children's Hospital
    700 Childrens Dr, Columbus, OH 43205 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (614) 722-3436
  2. 2
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    555 S 18th St, Columbus, OH 43205 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (614) 722-4554

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Admitting Hospitals

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  • Holzer Medical Center
  • Holzer Medical Center - Jackson
  • Nationwide Children's Hospital
  • Riverside Methodist Hospital
  • Southern Ohio Medical Center

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    Specialties*
    • Pediatric Gastroenterology

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    Years of Experience
    • 16 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1558535781
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Cincinnati Childrens Hospital Medical Center
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    Residency
    • Cincinnati Childrens Hospital Medical Center
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University of Florida College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Pediatric Gastroenterology
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