Overview
A specialist in pulmonary critical care, Emhemmid Karem, MD sees patients ages 18 and over at Saint Joseph Medical Group – Pulmonology and Critical Care.Dr. Karem’s approach is patient-centered, providing holistic care with respect for individuals’ needs and values. He says he was inspired to become a doctor because of what physicians do to improve patients’ lives, and chose his specialty because he likes complex medical challenges.Dr. Karem earned his medical degree from the University of Tripoli in Tripoli, Libya and served an internal medicine residency and pulmonary critical care fellowship at Marshall University in West Virginia. In his free time, he enjoys soccer and traveling.
His top areas of expertise are Pneumomediastinum, Pneumonia, Pneumocystis Jiroveci Pneumonia, Pleural Effusion, and Endoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1401 Harrodsburg Road, Suite C-405, Lexington, KY 40504
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Emhemmid Karem
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Emhemmid Karem?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Emhemmid Karem by calling their office at 859-276-4429. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Emhemmid Karem a top-rated expert for Pneumomediastinum?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Emhemmid Karem is classified as an Experienced expert for Pneumomediastinum, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Emhemmid Karem specialize in?
While Dr. Emhemmid Karem is a Pulmonary Medicine, they have specific expertise in Pneumomediastinum, Endoscopy, and Pneumonia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pulmonary Medicine.
Does Dr. Emhemmid Karem participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Emhemmid Karem has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pneumomediastinum. You can view a list of Dr. Emhemmid Karem's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Emhemmid Karem accept my insurance?
Dr. Emhemmid Karem accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 859-276-4429 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Atypical PneumoniaDr. Karem isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Pneumonia.
- COVID-19Dr. Karem isExperienced. Learn about COVID-19.
- EndoscopyDr. Karem isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Hospital-Acquired PneumoniaDr. Karem isExperienced. Learn about Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia.
- Pleural EffusionDr. Karem isExperienced. Learn about Pleural Effusion.
- Pneumocystis Jiroveci PneumoniaDr. Karem isExperienced. Learn about Pneumocystis Jiroveci Pneumonia.