Dr. Karen Baerenstecher, a native Houstonian and board-certified internist, is beloved by those she devotedly serves for her empathic, thoughtful approach to patient care. Her unwavering focus on quality longevity through preventative medicine and individualized, patient-centered care has earned her a superlative reputation in the Houston medical community.
After receiving her Bachelor of Science degree from Texas A&M in biology, she went on to earn her Doctorate of Medicine from University of Texas Medical School at Houston, where she graduated with multiple honors and merits. Dr. Baerenstecher completed her residency in internal medicine at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, after which she joined the staff as a Clinical Professor of Internal Medicine.
Following her residency, she also accepted a position as an internal medicine specialist at Medical Clinic of Houston. She held this position for a number of years before transitioning into a solo private practice in 2005. After a decade in solo practice, Dr. Baerenstecher joined L. Ehrlich and Associates, where she remained until partnering with Dr. Condara to open MD2 Houston.
In addition to her direct patient care responsibilities, she has served in numerous capacities in the medical community. She is a member of the Texas Medical Association, Harris County Medical Association and Memorial Women’s Journal Club, among others. Dr. Baerenstecher is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital and Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center in Houston.

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