Dr. Karen L. Sherman
Overview
As a colorectal surgeon, I specialize in the surgical management of a wide array of problems involving the small intestine, colon, rectum, and anus. My patients may be dealing with cancer or a variety of benign diseases including diverticulitis, inflammatory bowel disease or anorectal problems. I utilize minimally invasive techniques including robotics, laparoscopy, endoscopy, and transanal surgery. My primary focus is on ensuring that patients receive high quality, compassionate care while optimizing patient outcomes. My research interests include improving patient outcomes after colorectal surgery and quality improvement.
Dr. Sherman is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Fissure, Anal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 22 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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- STATE MEDICAID
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- HMO
- POS
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
3404 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Sherman has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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. Karen L. Sherman
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Karen L. Sherman?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Karen L. Sherman by calling their office at 919-862-5970. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Karen L. Sherman a top-rated expert for Familial Colorectal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Karen L. Sherman is classified as an Distinguished expert for Familial Colorectal Cancer, 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 L. Sherman specialize in?
While Dr. Karen L. Sherman is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Fissure, and Anal Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Karen L. Sherman participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Karen L. Sherman has published 22 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Colorectal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Karen L. Sherman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Karen L. Sherman accept my insurance?
Dr. Karen L. Sherman accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-862-5970 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Sherman isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Advanced
- Anal CancerDr. Sherman isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Anal FissureDr. Sherman isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- ColostomyDr. Sherman isAdvanced. Learn about Colostomy.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Sherman isAdvanced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Sherman isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- IleostomyDr. Sherman isAdvanced. Learn about Ileostomy.
- Experienced
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Sherman isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Sherman isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Sherman isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Sherman isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- EncopresisDr. Sherman isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Sherman isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.