Not accepting new patients
Dr. Carol L. Karp, MD
- Speaks
- English
Overview
Dr. Carol L. Karp is a professor of ophthalmology at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, where she holds the Richard K. Forster Chair in Ophthalmology.
She is internationally known for the diagnosis and treatment of ocular surface squamous neoplasia and other tumours of the cornea and conjunctiva. Her work helped establish topical chemotherapy eye drops and immunotherapy as alternatives to surgery for many of these tumours, and she pioneered the use of high-resolution OCT imaging to diagnose them without a biopsy.
Patients see Dr. Karp for growths on the surface of the eye, conjunctival tumours, pterygium and complex corneal disease.
- Languages
- English
- Gender
- Female
- Video visits
- In person only
- Phone
- (305) 243-2020
Expertise
Specialties
Focus Areas
Conditions Treated
- Fuchs' endothelial dystrophy
- Keratoconus
- Corneal scars and corneal edema
- Infectious keratitis
- Pterygium
- Dry eye disease
- Ocular surface disease
Procedures Performed
- DMEK endothelial keratoplasty
- DSAEK endothelial keratoplasty
- Full thickness corneal transplant (penetrating keratoplasty)
- Corneal cross-linking
- Pterygium removal with tissue graft
- Cataract surgery
- Superficial keratectomy
Insurance & Fees
Insurance networks differ by office and plan. Call the office to confirm that your plan is accepted before your visit.
Insurance networks change. Confirm coverage with your insurance company before your visit.
Location
Hospital Affiliations
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Bascom Palmer Eye Institute
Medical staff, Miami, FL
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University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
Teaching faculty, Miami, FL
Questions Patients Ask
How do I book an appointment with Dr. Carol L. Karp?
Call Bascom Palmer Eye Institute at (305) 243-2020 to book or to ask about availability. Some specialists ask for a referral and recent eye records, and you should confirm insurance coverage when you call.
What should I bring to my first visit with Dr. Carol L. Karp?
Bring your photo ID and insurance card, a list of your medicines and eye drops, your current glasses or contact lenses, and any previous eye test results or imaging. Your eyes may be dilated, so plan for a driver if needed.
What does Dr. Carol L. Karp specialize in?
Dr. Carol L. Karp practices Cornea & External Disease, Ocular Oncology and Ophthalmology. Focus areas include Corneal transplantation, Keratoconus care, Complex cataract surgery and Ocular surface disease.
Where does Dr. Carol L. Karp practice?
Dr. Carol L. Karp sees patients at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, 900 NW 17th Street, Miami, FL 33136.
Is Dr. Carol L. Karp accepting new patients?
Dr. Carol L. Karp is seeing existing patients only right now.
What languages does Dr. Carol L. Karp speak?
Dr. Carol L. Karp speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Carol L. Karp affiliated with?
Dr. Carol L. Karp is affiliated with Bascom Palmer Eye Institute and University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.
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