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Karen S. Playforth, MD

About

Karen Playforth joined UK HealthCare from St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital in New York, where she had been since 2001. During her time at St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Hospital, she completed a residency and fellowship and went on to work as an OB-GYN attending physician.

Prior to that, Playforth completed her undergraduate work at Wellesley College in Wellesley, Mass., and received her medical degree from the UK College of Medicine.

Faculty Rank

  • Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Dr. Playforth also sees telehealth patients at UK King's Daughters in Ashland, Ky.

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Training & Education

Degree

University of Kentucky College of Medicine

Residency

St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital, New York

Fellowship

St. Luke's Hospital, New York

Certifications and Special Training

American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Insurance Information

Insurance policies can vary widely. Please check with your doctor/clinic for specific insurance information before your visit or procedure to avoid unexpected out-of-pocket costs.

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