Overview
As a health care provider, I partner with patients and families to help them identify and achieve their health-related goals. I enjoy getting to know people over time and taking a whole-person approach to health care. I am board certified in obesity medicine and can provide medication for weight management to help patients make healthy lifestyle changes. In my free time, I enjoy singing, playing tennis, and spending time with my family.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity in Children and HIV/AIDS.
Dr. Scherr is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine, Family Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 24 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
2100 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705
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 Scherr
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Karen Scherr?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Karen Scherr by calling their office at 919-684-6721. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Karen Scherr a top-rated expert for Obesity in Children?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Karen Scherr is classified as an Experienced expert for Obesity in Children, 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 Scherr specialize in?
While Dr. Karen Scherr is a Family Medicine, they have specific expertise in Obesity in Children, HIV/AIDS. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Family Medicine.
Does Dr. Karen Scherr participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Karen Scherr has published 24 articles and abstracts on conditions like Obesity in Children. You can view a list of Dr. Karen Scherr's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Karen Scherr accept my insurance?
Dr. Karen Scherr accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-684-6721 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.
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- HIV/AIDSDr. Scherr isExperienced. Learn about HIV/AIDS.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Scherr isExperienced. Learn about Obesity in Children.