Dr. Kathy Karamlou, MD

Rheumatology*•Female•Age 54

Rheumatology*

Dr. Kathy Karamlou, MD is a rheumatologist in Newport Beach, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Karamlou has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening and Vasculitides. She graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1998. She is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Kathy Karamlou, MD

Practice

361 Hospital Rd Ste 428 Newport Beach, CA 92663
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
(949) 631-6500
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
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Accepting new patients

(949) 631-6500

Dr. Karamlou is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Karamlou specializes in the area of Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • 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. Karamlou's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Karamlou

3.8
29 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
66%
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4 star
3%
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3 star
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2 star
3%
3%
1 star
28%
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Don’t take transfers
Office would not schedule me because I had one prior visit with another rheumatologist. “We don’t take transfers of care”. Not helpful.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
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May 16, 2023
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My experience with Dr. Karamlou and her staff was excellent. I waited four months to get in and she is worth the wait. Listens to what a patient has to say her time and is genuinely concerned. *******
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Gerry Warkentine – Mar 31, 2020
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Great Dr. always helps me. She treats me like gold, and I have a lot wrong and am difficult to treat. She always gets me back on track call other Dr she is the best..
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Sandy Crabb in Huntington Beach , CA – Dec 11, 2018
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Dr. Karamlou is a fantastic rheumatologist. She is current on the latest medicines, research and treatment protocols. Two family members are under her care and they are doing great, thanks to her help. She is professional, prompt and cares about us. Her office staff is a dream to work with, and have been a great help when dealing with difficult insurance issues. We highly recommend her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Mar 23, 2018
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Dr Karamlou is the most knowledgeable ethical physician I have met. She is kind and lovely.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Bb in Newport Beach – Feb 12, 2018
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I needed to see Dr. Karamlou for a second opinion when I was between insurance plans. She is very professional and knowledgeable. I have a rare disorder and she was up to date on treatment options and even emailed a specialist at the Cleveland Clinic to make sure I was on track. I highly recommend her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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RA in Irvine – Dec 15, 2017
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I tried for 10 days to actually secure an appointment. I hear Dr. Karamlou is fabulous, however her office staff obviously isn't concerned if you are in pain and need some help in a reasonable amount of time!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
7 others found this helpful
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Costa Mesa, CA – Aug 12, 2017
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I was surprisingly underwhelmed with Dr. Karamlou. She didn't truly listen and during my first appointment she told me that I was simply depressed, and wrote off all of my concerns. She did some tests begrudgingly which returned negative, and then she tried to diagnose me with something that I didn't have. When I brought up the diagnosis that other doctors had discussed as likely for me, she said that it was too complicated and that she couldn't help me. I do not recommend her.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Newport Beach, CA – Jul 15, 2017
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Dr. Kathy Karamlou, MD is a rheumatologist in Newport Beach, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Karamlou has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening and Vasculitides. She graduated from George Washington University...read more

  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • La Co Harbor Ucla Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Rheumatology
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Dr. Karamlou is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Link Medical Center361 Hospital Rd Ste 428 Newport Beach, CA 92663
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    Practice

    Rejan McCaskill MD Inc.355 Placentia Ave Ste 208 Newport Beach, CA 92663
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Hoag Hospital Newport Beach

      1 Hoag Dr
      Newport Beach, CA 92663
      Recipient of 8
      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

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      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

      82%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      17% higher than the national average

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