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Karen Steffer, M.D.
Gastroenterologist
About Karen Steffer, M.D.
Why did you choose to specialize in Gastroenterology?
I have a family history of colon cancer and colon polyps and as a gastroenterologist I am able to prevent colon cancer on a daily basis. Additionally, while GI diseases are extremely common, each patient’s symptoms and treatment course are individualized; working with patients to find a successful treatment plan is extremely rewarding.
Do you have a specialty of interest within GI?
As a female gastroenterologist I have am particularly aware and accustom to treating women with gastrointestinal diseases. I also treat general hepatology conditions such as chronic viral hepatitis, Autoimmune hepatitis (AIH), Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC), and steatohepatitis (“fatty liver disease”).
Where did you study?
Undergraduate: Baylor University, Medical School: University of Texas Medical Branch, Internal Medicine Residency and training in Gastroenterology and Hepatology: Baylor University Medical Center.
What certifications do you hold?
Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology and Hepatology.
What do you and your family enjoy doing in your spare time?
Life is busy with my husband and three small children. We enjoy traveling (when possible), outdoor sports and spending time with our family and friends in the area.
Do you have any special honors or recognition in your medical career that you would like to share?
Honor society (AOA) in my medical school class. Resident of the Year during my Internal Medicine Residency.
Please list your professional affiliations.
Texas Society of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy, American College of Gastroenterology and American Gastroenterological Association.
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She is an amazing Doctor. Always listens to you to solve your problem.
The staff and Dr. Steffer were amazing! So kind and sweet.
Dr. Steffer is very personable. She takes the time to really listen to my symptoms and to offer me options in my treatments. She has been willing to try different medications, as we try to control my IBS flare ups. Her nurse Janice is very compassionate & has always been prompt to return phone calls. I have been a patient of Sr. Steffer’s for over a decade and I have to say she’s the best.
Dr Steffer was kind, professional and knowledgeable. I appreciated the next steps we are taking to resolve the problem.
Dr. Steffer is a caring and patient physician. She scheduled my procedure at a convenient time for me. The check-in was simple and quick since I had checked in with prescriptionsand historyonline in advance. The staff at GI Alliance and Lone Star Endoscopy were helpful and professional. I am especially grateful to Dana who managed to get my IV in on the first try!
Everyone was competent, knowledgeable, caring and respectful.
Had a great experience with Dr Steffer and team for my first colonoscopy. Thank you for the excellent care!
Wonderful experience for something that you would never think would be possible. Well done!
My visit was very professional with the staff . They met my needs!
Dr.STEFFER is the best!!! Always very patient, knowledgeable and friendly. Any hesitations or fears I have about my diagnosis or procedure is always addressed kindly and professionally. Thank you so much!
Excellent bedside manners, takes her time with you. Awesome doctor!
Everyone is so nice and helpful. The nurses make a uncomfortable situation really comfortable. All very sweet.
My experiece was good. The procedure was on time, staff was friendly and caring, and all turned out well. I felt safe and well cared for.
Dr. Karen Steffer is an excellent physician. She listens to me, validates my concerns, shares her opinion and talks to me like a regular person. Dr. Steffer is respectful and compassionate. And she’s a knowledgeable doctor on top of it all! I’m so glad I was referred to Dr. Steffer when my prior GI provider retired.
Dr. Karen Steffer has the best bed side manner of any doctor I have come across! The whole group made my colonoscopy as pleasant as possible. This was not my first colonoscopy with Dr. Steffer and can guarantee you I will return when I’m scheduled again.
Quick, painless and good communication
Very good visit with Dr. Steffer on February 18th. We discussed my lab results and talked about some issues I have been experiencing. We decided to test the effectiveness of my current medication for Crohns. Really trust Dr. Steffer and feel she is working to help me get Crohns. Under control. Feel like we have come a long way. Feel much better than before we started my infusions a couple years ago.
Very positive experience from start to finish. The staff is very professional and caring. Highly recommend them, thanks!
Dr. Steffer is great. Just the perfect blend of professionalism and warmth.
I have been a patient of Dr Steffer several years now and LOVE her and the staff in Southlake office. Dr Steffer is so kind and patient she will explain everything to you and put you right at ease. I'm so glad I found her !!