Karen Ann Gersch, MD

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)

Karen Ann Gersch is a Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) specialist based in Gainesville, GA with over 28 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(770) 219-7099Gainesville, GA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Karen Ann Gersch, MD practices as part of a group thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) specialist practice in Gainesville, GA. A Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University graduate since 1998, she brings 28+ years of experience. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart (per CMS claims data).

1 of 25 Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) providers in GASee all Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Gainesville28+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 949dNPPES updated 2023-10-18 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Georgia Composite Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

200 S Enota Dr Ne Ste 380, Gainesville, GA 30501-3475

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Ischemic Heart Disease.

Hypertension
75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

High Cholesterol
75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Ischemic Heart Disease
66%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

Diabetes
54%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

Heart Failure
54%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

Atrial Fibrillation
46%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

Chronic Kidney Disease
44%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

COPD
41%

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1998

    Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University

  2. Board certified · Oct 17, 2023

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 28 years in practice

    Experienced

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

Taxonomy: 208G00000X

Education & Training

Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University (Class of 1998)

Virtual Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) Care With Karen Ann Gersch

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Karen Ann Gersch for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Gainesville required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Karen Ann Gersch

NPI records show Dr. Gersch as active with telehealth listed in Gainesville, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (770) 219-7099.

Verified across 3 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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