Dr. Karen Nepveu is a rheumatologist in Colchester, VT. She treats disorders affecting the joints, muscles and bones (and may also involve other organ systems).
Dr. Karen Nepveu graduated from University of Vermont College of Medicine in 1987.
Dr. Nepveu has one office in Vermont where she specializes in Rheumatology and Internal Medicine.
Rheumatologists are specialized physicians who treat arthritis and other rheumatic diseases—those that affect the muscles, joints and bones. Dr. Nepveu can diagnose and treat highly complex conditions, including those that affect other organs and systems like the brain, kidneys, blood vessels or lungs. Conditions treated may include rheumatoid arthritis, gout, lupus, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis and fibromyalgia, among many others.
The specialty of internal medicine is an area of primary care for adults. Dr. Nepveu specializes in diagnosing and treating cross-system illnesses that may affect multiple organ systems. When necessary, Dr. Nepveu can also refer patients to specialist physicians when medically needed. As an example, patients with severe liver problems could be referred to a hepatologist for additional medical tests or treatments.
Please Note: The information displayed below is sourced from the 2014 Medicare Physician and Other Supplier National Provider Identifier (NPI) Aggregate Report. It's important to remember that the statistics below are not inclusive of all patients treated by Dr. Nepveu, but only those who participate in Medicare.