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Dr. Karen McCowen, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism* Age 59
Dr. Karen McCowen, MD
4.1 (9 Ratings)

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Dr. Karen McCowen, MD is a Diabetes & Metabolism Endocrinologist in San Diego, CA.
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Dr. Karen McCowen, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism* Age 59
San Diego, CA
Accepting new patients
30 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Karen McCowen, MD is a Diabetes & Metabolism Endocrinologist in San Diego, CA.

About

Dr. McCowen graduated from TEACHERS COLLEGE AT COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY. Dr. Karen McCowen, MD is a Diabetes & Metabolism Endocrinologist in San Diego, CA and has 30 years experience. Dr. McCowen currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center. Dr. McCowen has experience treating conditions like Endocrine Gland Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumors and Adrenal Gland Diseases among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. McCowen received an average rating of 4.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 9 times. Dr. McCowen's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. McCowen is board certified in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Endocrine Gland Cancer
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Adrenal Gland Diseases
Endocrine Gland Cancer
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Adrenal Gland Diseases
Endocrine Gland Cancer
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Adrenal Gland Diseases
Adrenal Insufficiency
Drug Induced Adrenocortical Insufficiency
Hyperthyroidism
Hypothalamus Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Cyst
Thyrotoxicosis
Benign Pituitary Gland Tumor
Osteoporosis
Pituitary Gland Cancer
Pituitary Tumor
Acromegaly and Gigantism
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Adrenal Incidentaloma
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Cushing's Syndrome
Diabetes Insipidus
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Dyslipidemia
Goiter
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Graves' Disease
Growth Hormone Deficiency
Hypercalcemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypoglycemia
Hypogonadism
Hypoparathyroidism
Hypopituitarism
Hypothyroidism
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Lipid Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Morbid Obesity
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Obesity
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Osteopenia
Overweight
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Pheochromocytoma
Primary Adrenocortical Insufficiency
Primary Hyperparathyroidism
Proteinuria
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Secondary Hypertension
Short Stature
Testicular Dysfunction
Thyroid Nodule
Thyroiditis
Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin_Deficiency
Thyroid Hormone Replacement
Abdominal Pain
Abnormal Thyroid
Acne
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Acute Thyroiditis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Anemia
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Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Atrophic Vaginitis
Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases
Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Back Pain
Bedwetting
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchiectasis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Chest Pain
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Interstitial Cystitis
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Congenital Hypothyroidism
Congenital Hypothyroidism without Goiter
Conn's Syndrome
Constipation
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Craniopharyngioma
Cystic Fibrosis
Dermatitis Due to Drugs
Dermatitis Due to Substances Taken Internally
Diabetic Coma
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Dysphagia
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Essential Tremor
Fever
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Fibromyalgia
Gait Abnormality
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Gestational Diabetes
Gout
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Gynecomastia
Hair Loss
Hashimoto's Disease
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Heartburn
Hemochromatosis
Hernia
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Hives
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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hyperaldosteronism
Hyperkalemia
Hyperprolactinemia
Hypertension
Hypokalemia
Hypopituitarism Following Procedure
Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Insomnia
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Iron Metabolism Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Joint Pain
Klinefelter Syndrome
Limb Pain
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipedema
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Liver Damage from Alcohol
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malnutrition
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Metabolic Syndrome
Migraine
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Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia
Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia, Type 1 (MEN 1)
Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia, Type 2A (MEN 2A)
Muscle Cramping
Nasopharyngitis
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Osteomalacia
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Perimenopause
Peripheral Edema
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pneumonia
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Pregestational Diabetes Mellitus
Radiculopathy
Renal Hyperparathyroidism
Renal Osteodystrophy
Sarcoidosis
Sciatica
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Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shortness of Breath
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Symptomatic Menopause
Thyroid Atrophy
Thyroid Goiter
Tobacco Use Disorder
Tremor
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Turner Syndrome
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Vertigo
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Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin B Deficiency
Wheezing
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Continuous Glucose Monitoring
Diabetes Counseling
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Immunization Administration
Testosterone Replacement Therapy

Insurance Accepted

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  • Northern CA Cigna + Oscar Open Access Plus EPO
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    National POS
    Choice Care PPO
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    Nexus Open Access
    Choice Plus POS
    Medica Choice
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    Silver 70 PPO
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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    4168 Front St Ste 1-106, San Diego, CA 92103
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 543-6303
  2. 2 UC San Diego Health Clinical Laboratory-La Jolla
    9350 Campus Point Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 657-1636
  3. 3 Uc San Diego Health-Encinitas Midwife
    1200 Garden View Rd Ste 100, Encinitas, CA 92024
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 536-7300

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4.1
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Nov 02, 2021
Dr. McCowen listened to me and was able to help me with my long term problems after radiation therapy.
Matthew P Robbins — Nov 02, 2021
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Specialties*
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
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Education

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  • TEACHERS COLLEGE AT COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY
    1994
Medical Education

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  • Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Karen McCowen, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. McCowen's profile.

Dr. McCowen frequently treats the following conditions: Endocrine Gland Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumors and Adrenal Gland Diseases. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Karen McCowen, MD is affiliated with UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Karen McCowen, MD holds board certification in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center

    200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA