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Dr. Karen Elizabeth George, MD

(Karen George, MD, Obstetrician/Gynecologist)

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Specializes in: Obstetrics & Gynecology

Ohio State University College of Medicine (1988)

Professional interests include: women's health issues, cancer, musculoskeletal problems, and more.

111 Colchester Avenue Main Campus, Main Pavilion, Level 4
Burlington, VT 05401-1473

(802) 847-1400

Dr. Karen Elizabeth George, MD is an obstetrician and gynecologist in Burlington, VT specializing in obstetrics & gynecology. She graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1988 and has 37 years of experience. Dr. Karen Elizabeth George, MD is affiliated with The University of Vermont Health Network, Gynecology and UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT MEDICAL CENTER INC.

Office Locations

Address:

111 Colchester Avenue Main Campus, Main Pavilion, Level 4
Burlington, VT 05401-1473

Some issues Dr. Karen Elizabeth George, MD can help you with:

Mental Health Issues

Mental health issues, also referred to as mental health disorders or mental health illnesses, are a wide variety of conditions that impact behavior, emotion, and cognition. There are many different forms of mental health issues, some of which are acute (short-term), while others are chronic. Common mental health issues include:

Anxiety disorders, such as obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, and phobias
Mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder
Eating disorders, such as anorexia and bulimia
Personality disorders, such as borderline and narcissistic personality disorders
Grief and trauma, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Impulse control and addiction disorders
Psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder

No single cause of mental health issues exists. Multiple factors may increase one's risk for developing mental health issues, including but not limited to:

Genetic history
Chemical imbalances in the brain
Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
Substance use
Exposure to viruses, chemicals, or other substances in the womb
Adverse life experiences, such as childhood trauma or recurring stress
Isolation and poor living conditions

Mental health issues are typically diagnosed by a provider like a psychiatrist or a psychologist. These issues are diagnosed through psychological evaluation and talk therapy.

Mental health therapy can be an effective tool in supporting people who are struggling with unwanted feelings, behaviors, or difficult circumstances in their lives. Many forms of therapy are available, including specialized therapies tailored to particular disorders. For many issues, therapists help patients manage their conditions through talk therapy. Other treatments can include medication or stays at a psychiatric facility. Mental health therapy can help people with mental health issues improve their mental and emotional wellbeing.

Musculoskeletal Problems

The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.

Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.

Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.

Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.

Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.

Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.

breast exam	20
gynecologic procedures	20

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	56

**Age**
From 65 to 74	33
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	43
High Cholesterol	36
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

breast exam	33
doctor visit	14
gynecologic procedures	33

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	63

**Age**
From 65 to 74	35
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	29
High Cholesterol	19
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	17
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

breast exam	27
gynecologic procedures	27

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	118

**Age**
From 65 to 74	60
From 75 to 84	24
85 and over	0
Less than 65	34

Hypertension	36
High Cholesterol	25
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

breast exam	28
doctor visit	12
gynecologic procedures	28

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	61

**Age**
From 65 to 74	32
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	14

Hypertension	33
High Cholesterol	18
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	15

breast exam	17
gynecologic procedures	17

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	37

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	22
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	23
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	32
High Cholesterol	35
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

breast exam	20
doctor visit	31
gynecologic procedures	20

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	52

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	35
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	34
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	33
High Cholesterol	27
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

doctor visit	10

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	40

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	22
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	21
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

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

breast exam	36
doctor visit	31
gynecologic procedures	36

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karen Elizabeth George, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Karen Elizabeth George, MD treated as an obstetrician and gynecologist in Burlington, VT were breast exam and gynecologic procedures.

breast exam	25
doctor visit	20
gynecologic procedures	25

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen Elizabeth George, MD.

**Gender**
Female	44
Male	0

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	7
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	0
75 to 84	2
Less than 65	4
65 to 74	23

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen Elizabeth George, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Karen Elizabeth George, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and diabetes.

Hypertension	24
High Cholesterol	19
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	8
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoporosis	2
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	1
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Education & Training

Dr. Karen Elizabeth George, MD graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1988. She completed residency at University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center. She is certified by the Board American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology- Obstetrics and Gynecology and has a state license in Maryland.

Medical School: Ohio State University College of Medicine (1988)

Residency: University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center

Board Certification: Board American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology- Obstetrics and Gynecology

Licensed In: Maryland

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Karen Elizabeth George, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

The University of Vermont Health Network

Gynecology

UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT MEDICAL CENTER INC

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Karen Elizabeth George, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: MagnaCare, CIGNA Lifesource, Great-West Healthcare, Fidelis Care, Medicare Advantage, Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, Community Care Network (CCN), United Healthcare, Aetna, TRICARE, Medicare, Medicaid, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, Humana, Delta Dental, Cigna, OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health), CHAMPVA, Anthem, MVP Health Care, First Health, UnitedHealthcare, The Vermont Health Plan (TVHP), Vermont Blue Advantage, St. Regis Mohawk Tribe (Medicare), Workers' Comp (VT and NY), Capital District Physicians' Healthcare Network (CDPHN), Zelis/Stratose, Optum Rx, Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP), EBPA, Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont (BCBSVT) / CBA (includes Dental).

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Karen Elizabeth George, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

MagnaCare

CIGNA Lifesource

Great-West Healthcare

Fidelis Care

Medicare Advantage

Harvard Pilgrim Health Care

Community Care Network (CCN)

United Healthcare

Aetna

TRICARE

Medicare

Medicaid

Empire BlueCross BlueShield

Humana

Delta Dental

Cigna

OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health)

CHAMPVA

Anthem

MVP Health Care

First Health

UnitedHealthcare

The Vermont Health Plan (TVHP)

Vermont Blue Advantage

St. Regis Mohawk Tribe (Medicare)

Workers' Comp (VT and NY)

Capital District Physicians' Healthcare Network (CDPHN)

Zelis/Stratose

Optum Rx

Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)

EBPA

Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont (BCBSVT) / CBA (includes Dental)

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Karen Elizabeth George, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$57 SOLIRIS $57

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$57

Biography

Dr. Karen George is an obstetrics & gynecology specialist in Burlington, VT. Her clinical interests include cancer, women's health issues, and imaging procedures. She is professionally affiliated with The University of Vermont Health Network. Dr. George attended medical school at Ohio State University College of Medicine. For her residency, Dr. George trained at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center. She takes Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, and Blue California, in addition to other insurance carriers.

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Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

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Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen Elizabeth George, MD From 2013 - 2021

Education & Training

Affiliations & Hospitals

Insurance Information

Ratings & Reviews

General Payments

Biography

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