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Dr. Kara Shah, MD

Dr. Kara Shah, MD

Pediatric Dermatology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Kara Shah, MD is a pediatric dermatologist in San Diego, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 2000. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cogdell Memorial Hospital and Lavaca Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 30 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (30 reviews)

Practice

6605 Nancy Ridge Dr San Diego, CA 92121
Telehealth available
(858) 750-2983

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Shah specializes in the areas of Dermatology & Pediatric Dermatology. • See board certifications
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Shah's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shah

3.5

30 ratings, 20 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
3%
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
37%
37%

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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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NER – Nov 08, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 07, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
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Michael – Jul 06, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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dr shah cant see – Apr 15, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Fred Knudsen – Feb 25, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Betty S. – Jan 31, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Jan 19, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Antrice Jordan/Hailo Latham – Oct 19, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
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Feb 12, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mark – Feb 11, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 05, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 23, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 08, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 19, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 13, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Cincinnati, OH – Feb 04, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Laura in Springboro, OH – Jan 23, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
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West Chester, OH – Nov 19, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Cincinnati, Ohio – Apr 24, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jan 11, 2018
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Know Before You Go

About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Shah and the staff of Kenwood Dermatology strive to provide personalized, compassionate care to her patients and their families. 

biography

Dr. Shah moved to Cincinnati in 2011. She was the Director of Pediatric Dermatology at Cincinnati Children's Hospital from 2021-2016. In 2016, she started her own practice, Kenwood Dermatology, in order to provide the highest level of service to her patients and their families.

  • Pediatric Dermatology

  • Dermatology

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  • Childrens Hospital Of Philadelphia

    Fellowship Hospital, 2007

  • University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2006

  • Texas Children's Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2003

  • University Of Maryland School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
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Dermatology
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Pediatric Dermatology
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Locations

Practice

Compass Dermatopathology Inc6605 Nancy Ridge Dr San Diego, CA 92121
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital

    1 Medical Center Dr
    Lebanon, NH 03756
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Lavaca Medical Center

    1400 N Texana St
    Hallettsville, TX 77964

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital

    525 N Santiam Hwy
    Lebanon, OR 97355
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    92%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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