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Dr. Kara Hessel, DO

General Surgery* Age 38
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Dr. Kara Hessel, DO

General Surgery* Age 38
Lawrence, KS
Accepting new patients
Dr. Kara Hessel, DO is a General Surgeon in Lawrence, KS.

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Dr. Kara Hessel, DO is a General Surgeon in Lawrence, KS. They graduated from Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Providence Medical Center, Lawrence Memorial Hospital, Olathe Medical Center, University of Kansas Hospital and AdventHealth Shawnee Mission. Dr. Hessel has experience treating conditions like Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD and PVD) among other conditions at varying frequencies. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Hessel is board certified in Vascular Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
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Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominal Pain
Constipation
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Traumatic Brain Injury
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Peripheral Artery Bypass
Wound Repair
Acute Bowel Infarction
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cholangiocarcinoma
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Crohn's Disease
Esophageal Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
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Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Osteosarcoma
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Peripheral Arterial Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Pleural Effusion
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Ulcerative Colitis
Varicose Veins
Ventral Hernia
Augmentation Cystoplasty
Carotid Artery Stent Placement
Colectomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
Gastrotomy
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Removal of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Revision of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Thoracentesis
Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft
Tracheal Surgery
Venous Thrombectomy
Wedge Resection Colon

Insurance Accepted

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    Choice Plus POS II
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Locations

  1. 1 Lawrence General Surgery
    330 Arkansas St Ste 202, Lawrence, KS 66044
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (785) 505-2200
  2. 2 The University of Kansas Hospital
    4000 Cambridge St, Kansas City, KS 66160
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (913) 588-9530
  3. 3 Office
    10700 Nall Ave Ste 300, Overland Park, KS 66211
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (913) 574-0560
  4. 4 University of Kansas Hospital Transplant Center
    3901 Rainbow Blvd, Kansas City, KS 66160
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (913) 588-6124
  5. 5 The University of Kansas Hospital
    4000 Cambridge St, Kansas City, KS 66160
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (913) 588-1227
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Specialties*
General Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Vascular Surgery
Board Certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Kara Hessel, DO. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Hessel's profile.

Dr. Hessel frequently treats the following conditions: Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD and PVD). See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Kara Hessel, DO is affiliated with Providence Medical Center, Lawrence Memorial Hospital, Olathe Medical Center, University of Kansas Hospital and AdventHealth Shawnee Mission.

Yes, Dr. Kara Hessel, DO holds board certification in Vascular Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Providence Medical Center

    8929 Parallel Pkwy, Kansas City, KS

  • Lawrence Memorial Hospital

    325 Maine St, Lawrence, KS

  • Olathe Medical Center

    20333 W 151st St, Olathe, KS

  • University of Kansas Hospital

    4000 Cambridge St, Kansas City, KS

  • AdventHealth Shawnee Mission

    9100 W 74th St, Shawnee Mission, KS