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Dr. Lauren Karbach, MD

Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery*
4.8 (70)
Map Pin Small San Antonio, TX
Accepting new patients
11 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Lauren Karbach, MD

Dr. Lauren Karbach, MD is a Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Specialist in San Antonio, TX. They specialize in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery, has 11 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center. Dr. Karbach, completed a residency at University of Rochester/Strong Memorial Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Karbach an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Karbach works at Practice in San Antonio, TX with other offices in Schertz, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Broken Arm, Ganglion Cyst and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna 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. Karbach's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Office
    19138 US Highway 281 N Ste 100, San Antonio, TX 78258 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (210) 489-7225
  2. 2
    North Central Baptist Hospital
    520 Madison Oak Dr, San Antonio, TX 78258 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (210) 840-5416
  3. 3
    The Orthopaedic Institute
    400 Concord Plaza Dr, San Antonio, TX 78216 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (210) 804-5400
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  4. 4
    The San Antonio Orthopaedic Group LLP
    5000 Schertz Pkwy Ste 600, Schertz, TX 78154 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (210) 804-5400
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

Admitting hospitals are where the provider is credentialed to see patients, perform procedures, and send patients for continuous care.

  • Baptist Medical Center

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Broken Arm
Ganglion Cyst
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Treatment frequency



Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Broken Arm
Ganglion Cyst
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
De Quervain's Disease
Dupuytrens Contracture
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Hip Fracture
Humerus Fracture
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Tenosynovitis
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Arthrocentesis
Carpal Tunnel Release
De Quervain's Release
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Excision of Ganglion
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Steroid Injection
Wound Repair
AC Joint Injury
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Bicep Injuries
Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Bursitis
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Carpal Fractures
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Distal Radius Fracture
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Fracture
Elbow Sprain
Fibular Fracture
Finger Injuries
Foot Sprain
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Golfer's Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Muscle Cramping
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand and Wrist
Scaphoid Fractures
Scapular Fracture
Shoulder Dislocation
Spinal Stenosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
Tibial Fracture
Trigger Thumb
Ulnar Nerve Injuries
Wrist Injuries
Wrist Pain
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arthroscopic Upper-Extremity Surgery
Biceps Tendon Repair
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Ligament Reconstruction
Elbow Reconstruction
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Surgery
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hand Reconstruction
Hand Surgery
Hand Tendon Repair
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Replacement
Shoulder Surgery
Somatic Nerve Block
Trigger Finger Release
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Wrist Fusion
Wrist Replacement
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    4.8
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    Based on 70 ratings
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    4 Star
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    1 Star
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    About Dr. Lauren Karbach, MD

    Specialties*
    • Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 11 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1013350164
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Indiana Hand To Shoulder Center, Indiana University Medical Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University of Rochester/Strong Memorial Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • Vanderbilt University Medical Cneter
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Baylor College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Washington University In St. Louis
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Lauren Karbach, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Karbach is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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

    Dr. Karbach has seen patients for Broken Arm, Ganglion Cyst and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Karbach on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    70 patients have reviewed Dr. Karbach. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Karbach.

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