Karen F. G. Garner, MD
San Clemente, CA 92673
- Mission Heritage Medical Group and Affiliated Physicians
- St. Joseph Heritage Medical Group and Affiliated Physicians
- St. Jude Heritage Medical Group and Affiliated Physicians
Mission Heritage San Clemente - Suite 102
831 Via Suerte, Suite 102, San Clemente, CA 92673
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Aetna: *821796
Anthem Blue Cross: AFN251
Anthem Blue Cross Medicare: 05196589
Blue Shield: *100100519023
Cigna: 3966900011
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Health Net: 3435068866
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About Karen F. G. Garner
Publications
Quebbemann B, Engstrom D, Siegfried T, Garner K, Dallal R. Bariatric surgery in patients older than 65 years is safe and effective. Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases. 2005 July-August;1(4)
Clinical Research Experience
- Investigator, “Preventive Care in a County Residency Training Program”, original research conducted at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
- Research on indications for the use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation in neonates. Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles, Dr. Angela Ramos, Professor of Pediatrics, USC School of Medicine
- Research on the use of needle exchange programs to decrease the transmission of HIV. National AIDS Program Office, U.S. Department of Health
- Research on the use of dextromethorphan to decrease cerebral ischemia. Dr. Gary Steinberg, Professor of Neurosurgery, Stanford School of Medicine
- Research Assistant, Center for Sports Medicine, St. Francis Hospital
University of Southern California
1994
Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Internal Medicine
1995
Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Internal Medicine
1997
UCLA - Kennamer Fellowship Internal Medicine
Kennamer Fellowship Internal Medicine
1998
Providence Mission Hospital - Laguna Beach
Providence Mission Hospital - Mission Viejo
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Provider is always thoughtful and understanding of my situation
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Dr. Garner and her staff are stellar and make me feel well cared for.
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1st visit with Dr Garner. Impressed with the office staff and time DR took to go over my history.
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Dr. Garner is exceptional.
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Dr Garner is extremely helpful and caring
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Dr. Garner is knowledgeable and considerate of my issues. She also listens very well.
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I waited over an hour to be seen. Then my actual physical lasted 10 min. They forgot to place order for blood test prior so we couldn't even discuss that. Disappointed
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Sincerity and genuine concern toward patient needs improvement.
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I recommend Dr Garner all the time! She makes me feel cared for, and not alone in my healthcare journey. She goes the extra mile-Friday nights, Sundays-to let me know what's going on. I am so blessed to have this woman as my provider!!!
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Very knowledgeable, pedantic, showing attention and care to every single problem, walked through the history and current health concerns
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Dr. Garner is the best internist I have had in my 77 yrs.
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Listened and gave good suggestion for an issue that has been unresolved.
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Great experience
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Dr. Garner always gives me time to ask questions and has always searched for answers related to my health that other doctors ignored. I have recommended her to several friends and will continue to do so.
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She is very friendly and conscientious
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I just met Dr. Garner as I chose to find a doctor closer to my home.
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Dr Karen goes the extra mile.
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No complaints
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No problems or issues. Very responsive and helpful.
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Very happy with Dr. Garner. So glad I found her.
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Very caring and knowledgeable
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There had been a definite improvement in waiting time.
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Best Doctor I've had in my life!
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All front desk personnel are courteous and attentive professionals. I don't like changing doctors. So, I'm fortunate to have this very nice good doctor.
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Excellent care, -kind, quick and helpful.
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Dr. Garner is very conscientious and responsive to any and all inquiries. Great doctor!!
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I finally found the best Dr, I don't like to go to dr but when you find a great dr it makes visits so much easier
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Everything was great. Very happy with all services.
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She took into consideration the recent events in my life the past 18 months which affected my health negatively and gave me time to re-adjust back to normal circumstances before prescribing medicine as the fix
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Dr. Garner is literally my favorite doctor ever. She is so smart, but friendly and understanding and compassionate. I am so grateful to have found her.
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Exellent doctor
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Dr. Garner does an excellent job of addressing my questions and concerns. I find her very thorough and appreciated her flexibility in fitting me in for a preop appointment. I have recommended her to several friends.
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Dr. Garner was extremely thorough, explained everything and answered my questions. She was very nice and helpful. I was very satisfied with the care she provided.
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Everything was fine
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Comprehensive exam and to the point in discussion
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Best internist I have ever had
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Karen Garner is an excellent patient care advocate!
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My doctor takes good care of me.
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Excellent care!
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This is an unusually high quality practice. I feel fortunate to be their patient.
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Dr Garner is knowledgeable, patient, and provides the very best care for me
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Very happy with Dr. Garner. She really listens to me and does her best to help me when I have any problems.
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Dr. Garner is always thorough.
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Attentive, professional, responsive. Very satisfied.
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Dr. Garner is very knowledgeable and cares about her patients. She never hesitates to order labs when needed or refer you to a specialist.
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Dr. Garner sets the standard as a heath care provider. She is always prepared and knowledgeable about my and my wife's medical needs. In fact, if not for her dogged pursuit of answers regarding a medical condition that was being misdiagnosed by other doctors, my wife would be dead now. Even before this, however, I was struck by her medical knowledge, her empathy, her listening skills, and her clarity in communicating. I have recommended her to at least a half dozen friends who were looking for a good doctor. In short, there is no better general practitioner that I have ever dealt with, and I've had a number of excellent doctors in my 68 years.
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I've been a patient of Dr. Garner for 4 plus years and always appreciate her service.
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Dr Garner is a delight, easy to understand professional and caring. The office is very helpful as well.
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I'm always impressed with how quickly I get a response from messaging Dr Garner
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I have only had good experiences with Dr. Garner. She always listens to my concerns and tries to find out what solutions are best for me.
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She listened and I felt she took the time to do what is right for me
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Dr. Garner is always caring, prepared and compassionate.
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Dr Karen was so nice and caring, asked my permission for everything she did on me, I truly like her a lot
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It was a valuable video visit
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Very good experiences with my primary care Dr. Good listener, good advice, caring person.
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I have been seeing Dr.Garner for 3 years. During this time I have received the care that I expected to receive. Dr. Garner answers messages promptly and is very helpful in obtaining appointments in a reasonable time frame with specialists.
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It was a good experience. I went to change my blood pressure medicine because I didn't like the cough it gave me, and Dr. Garner gave me a new prescription to try and ordered bloodwork to make sure it didn't negatively affect my potassium levels.
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Dr. Garner asks all the right questions to get to the medical Issue I'm having and makes recommendations on how to resolve my problem.
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Friendly receptionist & very professional PCP.
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I was able to get an appointment for an annual physical within 2 seeks time. Dr was very attentive to my issues.
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I feel no connection to her
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Doctor Garner is very approachable and easy to talk to about medical issues.
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I have always been able to make an appointment, and during my check ups have been able to discuss my health issues.
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Dr Garner is very thorough and does a great job
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Dr garner knows medical details. She is reassuring and also checks in to comments that might be concerning. She makes an effort to be upbeat which is a contribution to health.
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Dr Garner is the best family Dr I have ever had. She is professional, easy to communicate with, knowledgeable, etc. I was unsure of a women Dr but was I wrong! She's the best!!!
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Dr Garner is an exceptional physician in her thoroughness, follow up and professionalism- and equally matched in her kindness and genuine concern.
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Asked to arrive 15 minutes prior to appointment This made my wait time 39 minutes until called back by physician RN to take vitals, and review medications and purpose of visit. Then told to wait to see PCP. Time actually seen with PCP is less than wait time including check in vital time. Wish actual Dr. Appointments time meant time with physician.
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All good. I feel great about my doctor and staff.
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I am very happy w my drs day everyone works there and I w not change it for anyone else my dr KAREN Garnner is the best I have traveled 2-4 hrs to make my appointments w her she is the best dr I have ever met in my 79 years old life thank you for asking [Name(s)]
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I'm old and over the years I have seen many physicians, and during these years care has improved as have treatments.
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This Dr is very careful in going over my health n meds I take.
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Very thorough annual physical.
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I love Dr. Garner because she seems to really care about me.
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Dr. Garner is my primary care physician and I am lucky to have her on my health maintenance team.
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Was ok
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Dr. Garner is very thorough, listens carefully, and offers important advice and guidance.
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Dr. Garner always listens to any concerns and explains what she is thinking for the best course of action. She asks questions if there's something she's trying to help me resolve and spends the time needed to explain.
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Dr Garner is thorough and patient. She listens to my concerns and follows up quickly with test results and explains what I need to do to get well. I appreciate Dr Garner and her office staff.
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Dr.Garner is the best internist I have ever had. I've been seeing her for 3 years.
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Very attentive and knowledgeable. Results on my labs, which I will take next week, will be discussed at my next appointment. I was very comfortable with her.
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I had a MRI for my head I ask for the picture to see and ask questions . She could not show the MRI and didn't explain my question. All what she sad : Your brain looks like a 81 old brain. There is nothing wrong with it and gave me medicine for congestion over the counter.
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Dr. Garner is a wonderful doctor, she cares about her patients, she listens to my health concerns, answers to all my questions, takes her time to explain thinks to me.Her nurse is very nice, kind, and smiles. Thank you all for making me feel part of their family. [Name(s)]
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Dr. Garner is a great listener and truly cares for her patients.
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Dr Garner is always prepared and knowledgeable about my medical history. I drive over an hour and a half to see her and have no plans of changing providers.
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Dr. Garner is always professional, thorough, knowledgeable, kind, and personable. She makes you feel like your needs are important and never rushes you through questions or concerns. In my case, I had a time sensitive acute need. I'm pretty sure I interrupted her lunch as the staff created a same day appointment for me. I so appreciate her and hope she receives recognition for going above and beyond to respond to the needs of her patients. Both my husband and I feel incredibly fortunate to have her as our PCP.
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Great caring service and thorough exam. Dr. Garner always remembers my history and has good advice for my overall health care needs
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Dr.Garner is very relatable. She listens well and takes positive measures to help with all health concerns I bring up!
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This was my first visit and it was very pleasant
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Clinical Interests
- Abdominal Cramps
- Abdominal Pain
- Abnormal Bowel Movement
- Abnormal Stool
- Abrasion
- Acne
- Actinic Cheilitis
- Acute Arthritis
- Acute Back Pain
- Aging
- Alcohol Dependency
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
- Allergic Contact Dermatitis
- Allergic Reaction
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergic Wheezing
- Allergies
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Anal Pain
- Anemia
- Angular Cheilitis
- Animal Bite
- Ankle Injury
- Ankle Instability
- Anorexia
- Anxiety
- Aphthous Ulcers
- Arm Pain
- Arm Weakness
- Arthralgia
- Asthma
- B12 Deficiency Anemia
- Back Injury
- Back Muscle Injury
- Back Muscle Pain
- Back Pain
- Bereavement
- Bilateral Knee Pain
- Birthmark
- Bleeding Hemorrhoids
- Blister
- Blood In Stool
- Blurred Vision
- Breast Lump
- Bright Red Blood Per Rectum
- Bronchitis
- Bruising
- Burns
- Cancer Prevention
- Cancer Screening
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Cellulitis
- Cerumen Removal
- Chest Pain
- Chlamydia
- Choking Sensation
- Cholesterol Disorders
- Cholesterol Management
- Chronic Abdominal Pain
- Chronic Cough
- Chronic Diarrhea
- Chronic Disease Management
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (Cfs)
- Chronic Migraines
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Pain
- Claudication
- Cold Intolerance
- Cold Sore
- College Health
- Common Cold
- Concussion
- Concussion Testing
- Confusion
- Conjunctivitis
- Constant Nausea
- Constipation
- Contact Dermatitis
- Coping Skills
- Cough
- Cystitis
- Daytime Sleepiness
- Decrease In Appetite
- Dehydration
- Dementia
- Depressed Mood
- Dermatophytosis
- Diabetes Education
- Diabetes Management
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Diarrhea
- Diet And Exercise
- Diet And Nutrition
- Disability Evaluation
- Disorder Of Balance
- Distractible
- Diverticulitis
- Dizziness
- Drug Reaction
- Dry Nose
- Dry Scalp
- Dry Sinus
- Dry Skin
- Dyshidrosis
- Dyspepsia
- Dysphagia
- Dysphoria
- Dyspnea On Exertion
- Dysuria
- Ear Discharge
- Ear Drainage
- Ear Exam
- Ear Infections
- Ear Pressure
- Earache
- Eczema
- Elbow Pain
- Elbow Sprain
- Emphysema
- Employee Health
- Enlarged Prostate
- Environmental Allergies
- Epicondylitis
- Epigastric Pain
- Epistaxis
- Eructation
- Erythema
- Eye Infections
- Eye Pain
- Eye Strain
- Face Swelling
- Facial Nerve Palsy And Paresis
- Facial Pain
- Facial Tingling
- Falls
- Family History Of Cancer
- Family History Of Heart Disease
- Fasciculations
- Fatigue
- Fecal Incontinence
- Fever
- Fever With Chills
- Finger Pain
- First Degree Burns
- Flu Shot Vaccination
- Folliculitis
- Food Poisoning
- Foot Injury
- Foot Pain
- Frailty
- Frequency Of Urination
- Frequent Urinary Tract Infections
- Gastric Ulcer
- Gastroenteritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
- Genital Herpes, Female
- Genital Herpes, Male
- Genital Warts
- Geriatrics
- Gluten Sensitivity
- Gout
- Grief
- Groin Mass
- Groin Pain
- Hand Injury
- Hand Pain
- Head Congestion
- Headache
- Health Maintenance
- Hearing Loss
- Heart Disease
- Heart Murmur
- Heart Racing
- Heat Intolerance
- Heel Pain
- Hematochezia
- Hematuria
- Hemoptysis
- Hemorrhoids
- Hepatitis A Vaccination
- Hepatitis B Vaccination
- Hernia
- Herpes
- Herpes Zoster
- Herpetic Whitlow
- Hip Pain
- Hirsutism
- Hoarseness
- Human Papilloma Virus (Hpv) Vaccination
- Hyperglycemia
- Hypertension
- Hypothyroidism
- Impacted Cerumen
- Impetigo
- Infectious Mononucleosis
- Influenza
- Ingrown Hair
- Ingrown Nail
- Insect Allergy
- Insulin Resistance
- Intention Tremor
- Interstitial Cystitis
- Intertrigo
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Itchy Ear
- Jaundice
- Joint Stiffness
- Joint Swelling
- Joint Warmth
- Keloid
- Keratin Cyst
- Keratitis
- Keratosis Pilaris
- Knee Click
- Knee Injury
- Knee Pain
- Labyrinthitis
- Lactose Intolerance
- Laryngitis
- Lateral Epicondylitis
- Leg Numbness
- Leg Pain
- Leg Weakness
- Lethargy
- Lifestyle Modification
- Lipomas
- Lower Back Pain
- Lump In Throat
- Lyme Disease
- Lymphadenopathy
- Measles Vaccination
- Medial Epicondylitis
- Memory Disorders
- Meningitis Vaccination
- Mens Health
- Migraine
- Mmr Vaccine
- Mood Symptoms
- Motion Sickness
- Mouth Bleeding
- Mouth Pain
- Mouth Ulcer
- Muscle Cramps
- Muscle Strain
- Muscle Weakness
- Musculoskeletal Pain
- Myalgia
- Nail Disease
- Nasal Congestion
- Nasal Obstruction
- Nausea
- Neck Muscle Injury
- Neck Pain
- Neck Sprain
- Noisy Breathing
- Norovirus
- Nose Pain
- Numbness
- Nutrition And Health
- Nutritional Counseling
- Obesity
- Odynophagia
- Optic Migraines
- Orthopnea
- Orthostatic Hypotension
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Otalgia
- Otitis
- Overweight
- Palpitations
- Panic Reaction
- Paresthesia
- Paronychia
- Patellofemoral Syndrome
- Penile Bleeding
- Persistent Cough
- Pharyngitis
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Pleurisy
- Pleuritic Pain
- Pneumonia
- Pneumonia Vaccination
- Poison Ivy
- Poison Oak
- Polypharmacy
- Positional Vertigo
- Post Nasal Drip
- Prediabetes
- Preventive Medicine
- Problems With Smell And Taste
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Examination
- Prostate Specific Antigen Blood Test
- Pruritus
- Pulmonary Infections
- Pyelonephritis
- Rash
- Rectal Bleeding
- Rectal Pain
- Restless Legs Syndrome
- Rhinitis
- Rosacea
- Scab
- Scabies
- Scaly Skin
- Sciatica
- Scratchy Voice
- Seasonal Allergies
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Sensitive Skin
- Severe Asthma
- Sexually Transmitted Disease (Std)
- Shingles Vaccination
- Shortness Of Breath (Sob)
- Shoulder Pain
- Shoulder Sprain
- Shoulder Strain
- Sinus Pain
- Sinus Pressure
- Sinusitis
- Skin Abscess
- Skin Cancer Screening
- Skin Tag Removal
- Sleep Disorders
- Slowing Of Urinary Stream
- Smoker Cough
- Snoring
- Sore Throat
- Spider Bite
- Splinter Removal
- Sports Related Concussion Testing
- Sprain
- Sputum Production
- Stomach Cramps
- Stomach Pain
- Straining On Urination
- Strep Throat
- Stress Incontinence
- Stridor
- Stye
- Substance Addiction
- Sunburn
- Suture Removal
- Swallowing Problem
- Syncope
- Tachycardia
- Tension Headache
- Testicular Pain
- Throat Tightness
- Thumb Dislocation
- Thyroid Disorder
- Tick Borne Infections
- Tinea Corporis
- Tinea Pedis
- Tingling
- Tinnitus
- Tobacco Use Cessation
- Tongue Pain
- Tongue Swelling
- Tracheobronchitis
- Travel Medicine
- Traveler's Diarrhea
- Tremor
- Tuberculosis (Tb) Test
- Twitching
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Unsteady Gait
- Upper Back Pain
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Urge Incontinence
- Urinary Hesitation
- Urinary Retention
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Urinary Urgency
- Urticaria
- Vaccinations
- Varicella
- Varicella Vaccination
- Vasovagal Syncope
- Vertigo
- Viral Conjunctivitis
- Virtual Care
- Visual Discomfort
- Visual Disturbance
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Vitamin Deficiency
- Voice Problems
- Vomiting
- Warts
- Weakness
- Weight Loss
- Weight Problem
- Wellness
- Wheezing
- Wrist Pain
- Wrist Sprain
Dr Garner is very easy to talk to and clear about what I need to do for continued health goals.
Providence Patient