Karen  Romero, DO

Karen J. Romero, DO

Family Medicine
4.7of 5 | (420) | View Reviews
About our provider ratings

Accepting new patients ARC Southwest Ages seen: 18 - 99 Languages: Spanish Joined ARC: 2020

About Karen J. Romero, DO

  • While Dr. Romero grew up in Florida, she has lived in Texas since college. When she is not working, Dr. Romero enjoys playing with her dog and dancing to Latin music. Her favorite local spots are Lady Bird Lake and the Texas State Capitol park grounds.

    Learn more about Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO).

I chose medicine because I enjoy learning about the field and helping people. I chose Family Medicine to be able to get to know my patients better. I believe in ensuring trust with my patients, and maximizing access to care.

Services

24/7 Medical Care

24/7 Medical Care

Same-Day appointments available 7 days a week, including nights and holidays.

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Breast Cancer Screening/Mammograms

Breast Cancer Screening/Mammograms

Mammograms play a key role in early breast cancer detection and can help decrease breast cancer deaths. Often, a mammogram can detect cancer, noncancerous or benign tumors, and cysts before they can be felt. ARC offers both 2D and 3D mammography screenings.

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Flu Shots

Flu Shots

A Flu vaccine can help prevent flu-related visits to the doctor each year. CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older get vaccinated every flu season.

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Healthiness Ideal Protein

Healthiness Ideal Protein

Ideal Protein is a medically supervised meal replacement program consisting of partial meal replacements, vitamin and mineral supplements, and conventional food.

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Healthiness Optifast

Healthiness Optifast

OPTIFAST® is a physician-supervised, total meal replacement program, and is a thoroughly studied, medically created liquid formula plan to help you lose weight and improve your health.

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HIV Prophylaxis (PrEP)

HIV Prophylaxis (PrEP)

PrEP, or pre-exposure prophylaxis, is a way for people who do not have HIV to prevent getting HIV. This treatment, designed for people who are at substantial risk of getting HIV infection, consists of taking a pill every day. 

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Immunizations

Immunizations

Immunizations help provide immunity to children and adults before they are exposed to potentially harmful diseases like hepatitis B, measles, mumps, polio, and more.

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Medicare Wellness

Medicare Wellness

A Medicare Wellness visit a benefit provided to patients with a Medicare insurance plan.  It is conducted by a dedicated Medical Wellness Provider at ARC, where you can expect a review of your health that includes vaccinations, cancer screenings, and more.

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Telemedicine Visits

Telemedicine Visits

ARC offers telemedicine visits for primary and specialty care. Doctors can quickly evaluate you for a new health issue or follow up with you via a phone call or video visit from the comfort of your home.

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Locations & Hours

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    ARC Southwest
    1807 West Slaughter Lane Suite 490
    Austin, TX 78748
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    512-282-8967 Fax: 512-406-7351

    Mon-Fri: 7:30am - 9:00pm
    Sat: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    Sun: 8:00am - 5:00pm

    Mon - Fri: 5:00pm - 9:00pm

    Sat & Sun: 8:00am - 5:00pm

    Call 512-346-6611 for an appointment. Last appointment is 30 minutes before closing.

    COVID-19 Curbside Testing

    Mon - Fri: 8:00am - 7:00pm (Closed 12:00pm - 1:00pm)

    Sat & Sun: 8:00am - 5:00pm (Closed 12:00pm - 1:00pm)

Credentials

  • Board Certifications
    Board Certified in Family Medicine
  • Medical School
    Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine, University of North Texas Health Science Center, Fort Worth, TX, 2012
  • Residency
    Westchester General Hospital, Miami, FL, 2016
  • Education
    B.A. in Biochemistry and Cell Biology, Rice University, Houston, TX, 2007, M.S. in Clinical Research, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, University of North Texas Health Science Center, Fort Worth, TX, 2012
  • Professional Positions
    • Member, American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians
    • Member, American Osteopathic Association
    • Member, Texas Medical Association
    • Member, Texas Society of the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians
    • Member, Travis County Medical Society
  • Awards & Honors
    • Morris S. Fox Resident of the Year Award and Community Health Service Award, Westchester General Hospital, 2016

Patient Reviews

OVERALL PROVIDER RATING

Rating based on "Did the healthcare provider or doctor provide the care you expected?"

4.7out of 5
  • March 19, 2023

    Everything was good , the only think is the communication through messages I requested a work note and I haven’t received any answer, also I been told by the Dr. that my AVS will be ready at the end of the visit and until now there is noon in my chart. Everything else was very good 👍🏼

  • March 18, 2023

    My insurance isn’t very good . It would help if there was a price list for what the doctor recommended because I’m guessing I will have to self pay for most of what I had done. (all of the different blood tests.) The doctor told me they would be able to give me the price for all of the test when I went to the front desk, but the receptionist said I would have to call in. I told her I couldn’t do that, I had to do it today. She was nice enough to call and find out the cost, that took about 15 minutes.

  • March 18, 2023

    the doctor helped address the several problems i came in for and my expectations were met and exceeded

  • March 17, 2023

    Old school me. Prefer to see doctor in person

  • March 17, 2023

    Everybody did a fantastic job

  • March 17, 2023

    Alex was very friendly and Dr Romero was also. She listened to every concern I had and provided feedback.