Overview
Dr. Karen Chu is a board-certified OBGYN and a co-founder and partner of San Francisco Women's Healthcare, Inc. Dr. Chu sees patients from throughout the Bay Area at both the downtown San Francisco and Laurel Village offices of the practice. Dr. Chu is a talented gynecologic surgeon and provides a variety of surgical and nonsurgical treatments for conditions including pelvic pain, pelvic prolapse, vaginal dryness, painful intercourse, infertility, and miscarriage.Dr. Chu graduated from the BA/MD program at Brooklyn College before earning her doctor of medicine degree at the State University of New York at Brooklyn. She then went on to complete her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University Hospital and Medical Center at Stony Brook. Dr. Chu is a member of a number of medical associations including the American Medical Association, the San Francisco Medical Society, the San Francisco GYN Society, and the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists.Patients are often referred to Dr. Chu because of the time she takes to listen to each patient and treat them with kindness and respect, never making a patient feel rushed. In addition to her excellent gynecological surgery skills, Dr. Chu's bedside manner and gentle and caring nature allow her to forge long-lasting relationships with her patients.Caring, compassionate, patient centered care.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Zoon Vulvitis, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Cervical Polyps, and Menorrhagia.
Dr. Chu is board certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 38 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Chu is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1 Daniel Burnham Ct, Ste 230C, San Francisco, CA 94109
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Karen Chu
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Karen Chu?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Karen Chu by calling their office at 415-563-9000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Karen Chu a top-rated expert for Zoon Vulvitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Karen Chu is classified as an Experienced expert for Zoon Vulvitis, 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. Karen Chu specialize in?
While Dr. Karen Chu is a Obstetrics and Gynecology, they have specific expertise in Zoon Vulvitis, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, and Cervical Polyps. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Does Dr. Karen Chu participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Karen Chu has published 38 articles and abstracts on conditions like Zoon Vulvitis. You can view a list of Dr. Karen Chu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Karen Chu accept my insurance?
Dr. Karen Chu accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-563-9000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- AmenorrheaDr. Chu isExperienced. Learn about Amenorrhea.
- AngiomyomaDr. Chu isExperienced. Learn about Angiomyoma.
- Bartholin Cyst or AbscessDr. Chu isExperienced. Learn about Bartholin Cyst or Abscess.
- Cervical PolypsDr. Chu isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Polyps.
- Endometrial PolypsDr. Chu isExperienced. Learn about Endometrial Polyps.
- Female Genital SoresDr. Chu isExperienced. Learn about Female Genital Sores.