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Prachi Karnik, MD
4.7
Medical doctor (MD)
Internal medicine
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Rees-Stealy
Insurance
Prachi Karnik, MD
4.7
Medical doctor (MD)
Internal medicine
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Rees-Stealy
Insurance
Schedule an appointment
Not accepting new patients
Virtual visits available
Location and phone
300 Fir Street
Floor 3
San Diego, CA 92101
Get directions858-499-2703
Fax: 619-446-1742
Care schedule
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
About Prachi Karnik, MD
I became a physician because I wanted to combine my interest in biology with my desire to help people. I believe the patient and doctor are partners in achieving and maintaining good health. A positive attitude and a desire to be healthy are supremely important. The emphasis should be placed on prevention and a healthy lifestyle. Medications should only be used when necessary. I participate in the Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group Climate and Planetary Health Committee because I have an interest in addressing the impact of climate change on human health. In my spare time, I enjoy travel, reading, snowboarding and fine dining.
Age: 50
In practice since: 2004
Gender: Female
Name pronunciation: Pra-chee
Languages: English
Education
University of California, San Diego: Internship
University of California, San Diego: Residency
University of California, San Francisco: Medical School
Areas of focus
- Allergy testing
- Anxiety and panic disorders
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Back evaluation and treatment
- Chronic cough
- COPD
- Cryosurgery
- Dementia
- Depression
- Diabetes
- Diverticulitis
- Eczema
- End-of-life care
- Esophageal reflux
- Geriatrics
- Hay fever
- Headache
- Heartburn
- Hemorrhoids
- Impotence
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Liver disease
- Osteoporosis
- Postpartum depression
- Preventive medicine
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Shingles
- Smoking cessation techniques
- Vertigo
- Wart treatment
- Weight management
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NPI
1134131725
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Insurance plans accepted
Prachi Karnik, MD, accepts 36 health insurance plans.
Ratings and reviews
4.7
277 ratings
Patient ratings
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
4.7
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
4.7
Provider included you in decisions
4.7
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
4.7
Provider discussed treatment options
4.7
Patient reviews
Verified Patient
February 24, 2025
Dr. Karnik was the only dr. that explained to me why my internal bleeding started and what I should do if it happened again.
Verified Patient
February 20, 2025
Dr. Karnik continues to be an excellent physician!
Verified Patient
February 12, 2025
Dr. Karnik is the best doctor around. I have been with her for probably 20 years and cannot imagine seeing another doctor
Verified Patient
February 11, 2025
Dr. Prachi Karnik is highly skilled and trained at her profession!!! She is valued much in my inner circle!!!
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Special recognitions
Over 100 recognitions
Prachi Karnik, MD, has received over 100 Guardian Angel recognitions from grateful patients and families. Have you and your family received exceptional care from Prachi Karnik, MD? Consider paying tribute with a Guardian Angel gift.
Over 100 recognitions
Prachi Karnik, MD, has received over 100 Guardian Angel recognitions from grateful patients and families. Have you and your family received exceptional care from Prachi Karnik, MD? Consider paying tribute with a Guardian Angel gift.
Featured in Sharp Health News
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