Overview
Kara graduated from Radford University with a BSN in nursing. She spent 10 years in emergency medicine as a RN before deciding to pursue a career as a nurse practitioner. She graduated from Simmons University with an MSN-FNP degree. She then was selected for a neurology fellowship with MUSC Charleston. After completing her fellowship, she decided to stay with general neurology and moved to Florence, SC.In her free time, Kara enjoys riding her Peloton and spending time with her family. She has a border collie and a very loving husband. She enjoys all of neurology with a special interest in headaches, cognitive, and neuromuscular disorders.
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- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1594 Freedom Blvd, Medical Pavilion C, Suite 206, Florence, SC 29505
MUSC Health Neurology At Florence Medical Pavilion
Dr. Elijah D. Owens is a board certified in neurologist. He provides care at MUSC Health - Neurology for patients in Florence and the surrounding communities. Dr. Owens received his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York, NY. He completed his residency in neurology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) /Harvard Medical School Dept. of Neurology in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Owens provides treatment for neurological conditions including headaches, strokes, seizures, multiple sclerosis and other disorders of the brain, spine and peripheral nervous system. Dr. Owens and his wife have a daughter and twin boys. He enjoys spending time with his family and staying physically active to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Owens is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, and Multiple System Atrophy. Dr. Owens is currently accepting new patients.
Robert Joseph Healy MD PA
Robert Healy is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Florence, South Carolina. Dr. Healy is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.
Colonial Family Practice–Colonial Neurology
John Baker is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Sumter, South Carolina. Dr. Baker is highly rated in 63 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Essential Tremor. Dr. Baker is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Baker is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kara Smith
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Dr. Kara Smith accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 843-669-0927 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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