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Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD

Accepting New Patients

(Dr. Kathleen M. Larson, M.D.)

(160 Ratings)

Specializes in: Family Medicine

University of Minnesota Medical School (2001)

Professional interests include: skin issues, anxiety, chronic illness, and more.

15111 Twelve Oaks Center Drive
Minnetonka, MN 55305

(952) 993-4500

Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD is a family medicine practitioner in Minnetonka, MN specializing in family medicine. She graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 2001 and has 25 years of experience.

Office Locations

15111 Twelve Oaks Center Drive
Minnetonka, MN 55305

(952) 993-4500

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Some issues Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD can help you with:

Anxiety

Anxiety is a generic name given to a variety of conditions characterized by unusual amounts of fear and worry, especially unrealistic fears and tension. People who suffer from anxiety often are aware that their fears are irrational, but that knowledge does not make the feeling of being scared and anxious go away. To qualify as anxiety, symptoms must last for 6 months or more and interfere with the way a person lives their daily life. Some cases may be mild, where, for example, a person simply avoids certain situations. Other cases can be severe enough to be disabling.

Some of the specific conditions covered under the general label of anxiety include:

Generalized anxiety disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress disorder
Social phobia
Panic disorder

Collectively, anxiety disorders are the most common mental health issues diagnosed in the United States -- even more common than depression. Women are more likely than men to be diagnosed with anxiety, and it is extremely common for a person with anxiety to have another illness at the same time, such as depression, a physical illness, or substance abuse.

Treatment for anxiety usually involves medication and psychotherapy together. Medications used may include antidepressants (which also work for anxiety), anti-anxiety medications, or beta blockers (which can be used to control the physical symptoms of anxiety). Psychotherapy can be useful to teach patients new ways of thinking and reacting so that they can manage their feelings of worry and fear. Support groups can also be very effective for anxiety, and they can be a form of treatment themselves for social phobias. Stress management, relaxation techniques, and meditation all help reduce feelings of anxiety or of being out of control. Finally, having a strong support network of family and friends is an excellent way to help manage the difficulties of life with anxiety.

Depression

Everyone knows what it feels like to get the blues once in a while. But depression is a serious illness that is more severe than a bad day and lasts much longer. Symptoms of depression stop a person from being able to function and enjoy daily activities for weeks or months at a time. It can happen to anyone, and it isn't something that people can control by force of will or "snap out of it."

Some common symptoms of depression include:

Feeling sad, guilty, empty or hopeless
Fatigue and a lack of energy and motivation
A loss of pleasure in activities that were previously enjoyed
Unusual sleep or eating habits
Mental fog -- trouble concentrating, remembering, or making decisions
Physical aches and pains
Suicidal thoughts or a preoccupation with death

We don't yet know what causes depression, but it's thought that it is a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and social influences. Because of this, the most effective treatments for depression combine medication with psychotherapy. Therapy, especially cognitive-behavioral therapy, can be extremely helpful in resolving the negative thoughts and feelings that come with depression. It gives patients new tools that they can use themselves to cope when their depression is making them feel down.

Some of the common medications used to treat depression include antidepressants such as SSRI's (Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft) or atypical antidepressants (Cymbalta, Wellbutrin). It's important to remember that these medications have different effects on everybody, and no one medication works right for everyone. Patients may have to try a couple before finding the one that works just right for them. If the first medication they try doesn't work, they should talk to their doctor about trying something else. In extreme cases where medication is not enough, electro-convulsive therapy and hospitalization may be the answer to keeping a severely depressed person safe.

Depression is a difficult illness to deal with, but it is more common than believed and there are many people who can help. With the right treatment, individuals with depression can get back to fully enjoying life again.

Skin Issues

The skin is the largest organ in the body, protecting and covering the more sensitive inner organs. Considering its size and that it is constantly exposed to the elements, the skin is usually relatively problem-free. However that doesn't mean that issues don't come up from time to time that might need the help of a professional. The most common skin issues that people seek medical help with are cosmetic issues, acne, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and skin growths.

Professional cosmetic skin treatments exist to treat wrinkles, scars, dark spots, remove excess hair, tone and tighten skin, and otherwise improve the appearance of the skin. They may use lasers, light therapy, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or many other forms of skin treatment.

Acne occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, most commonly on the face or back. The clogged follicles can then become infected and inflamed. Treatments include antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and retinoid creams.

Eczema is dry, sensitive skin that causes an itchy red rash, often in response to specific triggers. It is common in childhood but can sometimes last into adulthood. The main treatment involves keeping skin well moisturized.

Dermatitis is the medical name for any kind of skin inflammation or rash. Rashes can happen because of an allergy or contact with an irritating substance. They may be red, itchy, or even painful. They are often treated with antihistamines or moisturizing creams containing cortisone.

Psoriasis is patches of thick, red skin that is covered in silvery scales. It is often itchy and sore. Psoriasis is thought to be caused by an immune disorder, and it runs in families. Psoriasis is not contagious. There is no cure, but there are medicated creams available to treat the symptoms.

Skin growths, including warts and moles, are usually not serious. However, some skin growths should be examined by a doctor to make sure they don't cause problems in the future. Warts are harmless, rough, bumpy growths caused by a viral infection. They occur most often on the hands and feet. Because they are caused by a virus, they are contagious. Moles are brown or black spots that are sometimes raised slightly from the surface of the skin. They happen when clumps of pigment cells form in a cluster instead of spread out. Moles are harmless except that they are more vulnerable to cancer than other parts of the skin. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and its risk increases with sun exposure and fair skin tone.

Skin issues can be embarrassing or irritating, but most are minor and can be treated without serious problems. Some, however, can be a sign of a more significant issue, so it is important to see a doctor for anything out of the ordinary.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Minnetonka, MN during 2012 were blood draw, lab tests, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	124
doctor visit	113
lab tests	27
preventive care	11
vaccines	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Minnetonka, MN during 2013 were blood draw, lab tests, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	179
doctor visit	148
lab tests	30
preventive care	14
vaccines	14

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD.

**Age**
From 65 to 74	25
From 75 to 84	25
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD in 2013

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	23
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Minnetonka, MN during 2014 were blood draw, lab tests, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	211
doctor visit	148
lab tests	44
preventive care	14
vaccines	14

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	16
Female	68

**Age**
From 65 to 74	31
From 75 to 84	23
85 and over	13
Less than 65	17

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD in 2014

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	33
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	18
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Minnetonka, MN during 2015 were blood draw, lab tests, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	177
doctor visit	150
lab tests	48
preventive care	24
vaccines	24

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	32
Female	116

**Age**
From 65 to 74	60
From 75 to 84	44
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD in 2015

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	35
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	16
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	19
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Minnetonka, MN during 2016 were blood draw, lab tests, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	134
doctor visit	103
lab tests	47
preventive care	40
vaccines	23

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	16
Female	54

**Age**
From 65 to 74	30
From 75 to 84	16
85 and over	11
Less than 65	13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD in 2016

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	23
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Minnetonka, MN during 2017 were blood draw, lab tests, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	136
doctor visit	112
lab tests	25
preventive care	12
vaccines	12

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	17
Female	65

**Age**
From 65 to 74	43
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	17

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD in 2017

Hypertension	40
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	17
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Minnetonka, MN during 2018 were blood draw, lab tests, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	98
doctor visit	127
lab tests	27
preventive care	12
vaccines	12

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	17
Female	59

**Age**
From 65 to 74	35
From 75 to 84	17
85 and over	12
Less than 65	12

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD in 2018

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	21
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Minnetonka, MN during 2019 were blood draw, lab tests, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	255
doctor visit	293
lab tests	98
preventive care	42
vaccines	42

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	32
Female	122

**Age**
From 65 to 74	98
From 75 to 84	28
85 and over	13
Less than 65	15

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD in 2019

Hypertension	39
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	12
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	12
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	14
Dementia	0
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Minnetonka, MN during 2020 were blood draw and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	198
doctor visit	188
lab tests	31

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	25
Female	119

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	133
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	85
From 75 to 84	31
85 and over	15
Less than 65	13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD in 2020

Hypertension	42
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	13
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	16
Dementia	8
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Minnetonka, MN during 2021 were blood draw and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	239
doctor visit	217
lab tests	44

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	20
Female	144

**Age**
From 65 to 74	93
From 75 to 84	40
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD in 2021

Hypertension	45
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	12
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	13
Dementia	0
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Minnetonka, MN during 2022 were blood draw and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	232
doctor visit	215
lab tests	24

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	20
Female	146

**Age**
From 65 to 74	92
From 75 to 84	38
85 and over	21
Less than 65	15

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD in 2022

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	10
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	11
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	7
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	12
Dementia	0
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD treated as a family medicine practitioner in Minnetonka, MN were blood draw, lab tests, preventive care and vaccines.

blood draw	180
doctor visit	164
lab tests	40
preventive care	21
vaccines	19

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	17
Female	81

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	12
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	23
85 and over	7
Less than 65	9
65 to 74	53

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and diabetes.

Hypertension	44
High Cholesterol	36
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	5
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	11
Asthma	3
Osteoporosis	4
Heart Failure	3
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	2
Diabetes	16
Atrial Fibrillation	2
Dementia	0
Cancer	5

Education & Training

Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 2001. She completed residency at University of Minnesota Medical Center, Fairview. She is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and has a state license in Minnesota.

Medical School: University of Minnesota Medical School (2001)

Residency: University of Minnesota Medical Center, Fairview (2005)

Board Certification: American Board of Family Medicine

Licensed In: Minnesota

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.84 out of 5 stars based on 160 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Kathleen Mary Larson, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Minnetonka, MN.

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Biography

Dr. Kathleen Larson's specialty is family medicine. Her clinical interests include depression, preventive care, and skin issues. Patients rated her highly, giving her an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Larson obtained her medical school training at the University of Minnesota Medical School and performed her residency at the University of Minnesota Medical Center, Fairview. She is affiliated with Park Nicollet Clinic. She welcomes new patients at her office inMinnetonka, MN as reported by HealthPartners.