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Dr. Richard Karlen, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery* Age 61
Dr. Richard Karlen, MD
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Dr. Richard Karlen, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Saint Paul, MN.
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Dr. Richard Karlen, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery* Age 61
Saint Paul, MN
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience
Dr. Richard Karlen, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Saint Paul, MN.

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Dr. Karlen graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA / SAINT PAUL CAMPUS. Dr. Richard Karlen, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Saint Paul, MN and has 31 years experience. Dr. Karlen currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with United Hospital, Children's Minnesota-Minneapolis and Gillette Childrens Specialty Hospital. At present, Dr. Karlen received an average rating of 3.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 22 times. Dr. Karlen's office accepts new patients. Dr. Karlen is board certified in Otolaryngology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Midwest Surgery Center Woodbury
    2080 Woodwinds Dr Ste 200, Saint Paul, MN 55125
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (651) 642-9199
  2. 2 Office
    2080 Woodwinds Dr Ste 120, Saint Paul, MN 55125
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (651) 702-0750
  3. 3 Office
    3590 Arcade St, Saint Paul, MN 55127
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3.8
Based on 22 Reviews
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Jan 22, 2021
Dr karlen is a super doctor for Peds ENT- so good with kids, he was recommended by a mom friend who had a great experience, and I only wish we knew him sooner when my sons first eat issues Snd tubes were needed. Highly recommend
Erica F — Jan 22, 2021
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Specialties*
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA / SAINT PAUL CAMPUS
    1994
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Karlen, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Karlen's profile.

Dr. Richard Karlen, MD is affiliated with United Hospital, Children's Minnesota-Minneapolis and Gillette Childrens Specialty Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Richard Karlen, MD holds board certification in Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • United Hospital

    333 Smith Ave N, Saint Paul, MN

  • Children's Minnesota-Minneapolis

    2525 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN

  • Gillette Childrens Specialty Hospital

    200 University Ave E, Saint Paul, MN