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Dr. Karen McGowan, MD

Dr. Karen McGowan, MD

Pediatrics*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Karen McGowan, MD is a pediatrician in San Diego, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, University of California, Los Angeles|UCLA School Med/UCLA Medical Center|University of Pittsburg School of Medicine in 1994. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sharp Memorial Hospital and Rady Children's Hospital San Diego. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 5 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

6475 Alvarado Rd Ste 120 San Diego, CA 92120
Telehealth available
(619) 583-6133

Care Philosophy

"I like to treat my patients in the way I would want my children to be treated by a Pediatrician."

- Dr. Karen McGowan, MD

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. McGowan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McGowan

5.0

4 ratings, 2 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Adriana Fimbres – Aug 12, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

I like to treat my patients in the way I would want my children to be treated by a Pediatrician.

  • Pediatrics

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Ucsd Medical Center Biochemical Genetics

    Fellowship Hospital, 1999

  • University C S D Medical Center - Hillcrest|uc San Diego Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1997

  • University C S D Medical Center - Hillcrest|university Ca San Diego Medical Center|ucsd Medical Center|ucsd Medical Center / San Diego, Ca

    Internship Hospital, 1995

  • David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla, University Of California, Los Angeles|ucla School Med/ucla Medical Center|university Of Pittsburg School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1994
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  • Janet M. Glasgow Citation for Scholastic Achievement, UCLA School of Medicine (Top 10% of female graduates), 1994

  • Inaugural American Academy of Pediatrics California Chapter 3 Certificate of Achievement - “For providing outstanding medical care and advocacy for her patients”, 1996

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Locations

Practice

San Diego Pediatrics6475 Alvarado Rd Ste 120 San Diego, CA 92120
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Practice

Office5726 La Jolla Blvd Ste 107 La Jolla, CA 92037
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sharp Memorial Hospital

    7901 Frost St
    San Diego, CA 92123
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Rady Children's Hospital San Diego

    3020 Childrens Way
    San Diego, CA 92123

  • Sharp Grossmont Hospital

    5555 Grossmont Center Dr
    La Mesa, CA 91942
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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