Expertise in
3
conditions
Expertise in
3
conditions
Sanford Clinic
1500 W 22nd St Ste 101, 
Sioux Falls, SD 

Overview

Heather Karu is a Plastic Surgeon in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Dr. Karu is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Peptic Ulcer, Breast Cancer, Cellulitis, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Plastic Surgery

Licenses

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in SD

Hospital Affiliations

Sanford Usd Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Northern Plains Alliance
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE PDP
Primewest Health System
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Sanford
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Sanford Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
Wellmark
  • HMO
  • POS
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Locations

Sanford Clinic
1500 W 22nd St Ste 101, Sioux Falls, SD 57105

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. Heather Karu

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Heather Karu?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Heather Karu by calling their office at 605-328-9700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Heather Karu a top-rated expert for Peptic Ulcer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Heather Karu is classified as an Distinguished expert for Peptic Ulcer, 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. Heather Karu specialize in?

While Dr. Heather Karu is a Plastic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Peptic Ulcer, Breast Cancer, and Cellulitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Plastic Surgery.

Does Dr. Heather Karu participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Heather Karu has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Peptic Ulcer. You can view a list of Dr. Heather Karu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Heather Karu accept my insurance?

Dr. Heather Karu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 605-328-9700 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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