Karen  Romero, DO

Karen J. Romero, DO

Family Medicine
4.7of 5 | (539) | View Reviews
About our provider ratings

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

About Karen J. Romero, DO

  • Dr. Romero currently has long wait times for new patients.

    If Dr. Romero is your primary care provider or you have had an appointment at ARC in the last three years, please book your appointment via your ARC MyChart account or call 512-ARC-INFO (512-272-4636).

    If you are new to ARC and want to establish care with Dr. Romero, please call 512-ARC-INFO (512-272-4636) to book an appointment. 

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    Family Medicine


    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

Annual Physical Exam

Annual Physical Exam

An annual wellness exam helps you touch base with your ARC physician or advanced practice clinician (APC), address health issues, and talk about preventative measures for you.

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Breast Exams

Breast Exams

Breast exams are check-ups, mammograms, and other types of screenings that look for for changes or problems in the breast tissue.

Chronic Care Management

Chronic Care Management

Chronic healthcare management includes care for patients with high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, and other chronic health conditions.

Diabetic Retinopathy Screenings

Diabetic Retinopathy Screenings

Austin Regional Clinic offers annual diabetic retinopathy screenings to our patients with diabetes. Screening is easy, takes less than five minutes to complete, and does not require any pupil dilatation or eye protection.

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Flu Shots

Flu Shots

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

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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.

Medicare Wellness

Medicare Wellness

Medicare Wellness visits are an annual benefit provided to patients with a Medicare, Medicare Advantage, or Medicare Supplement insurance plan. These visits include a review of your health, medications, health history, and more. 

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Minor Procedures

Minor Procedures

ARC Family Medicine doctors can perform in-clinic minor procedures.

Musculoskeletal Care

Musculoskeletal Care

ARC Family Medicine doctors and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) can provide care, treatment, or referrals to address musculoskeletal issues that cause you pain and discomfort.

Pap Smear

Pap Smear

Annual pap tests are used to screen for cervical cancer.

Prostate Screenings

Prostate Screenings

Prostate screenings help detect early signs of prostate cancer.

Same-Day Illness & Injury Visits

Same-Day Illness & Injury Visits

Our physicians and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) are available 365 days a year for minor emergencies, including sprains, colds and flu, minor burns, seasonal allergies, and more. We're here for you on days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Telemedicine Visits

Telemedicine Visits

ARC offers telemedicine visits for primary and specialty care. ARC doctors and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) 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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Well-Check Exam

Well-Check Exam

A well-check exam focuses on maintaining your child’s health and is a time to discuss preventive care. Our doctors and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) cover growth, development, immunization updates, health, safety, nutrition, physical fitness, puberty, acne, learning, behavioral questions, and family and social concerns.

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Locations & Hours

Credentials

  • Board Certifications
    Board Certified in Family Medicine
  • Residency
    Westchester General Hospital, Miami, FL, 2016
  • Medical School
    Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine, University of North Texas Health Science Center, Fort Worth, TX, 2012
  • 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
  • August 27, 2025

    Me encantó como.las enfermeras me atendieron y el doctor ni se diga me atendió muy bien y rapido

  • August 27, 2025

    Excelente atencion

  • August 26, 2025

    Loved the assistant; she was great along with Dr. Romero.

  • August 26, 2025

    Nurse was kind and helpful. Dr. Romero was very thorough.

  • August 26, 2025

    Felt like the doctor actually took time to talk to me today. First time in years I have felt that way

  • August 22, 2025

    The shortage of doctors is everywhere. ARC has a same day visit staff of doctors and nurses who can see a patient fast. Still, I prefer seeing my PCP, for continuity of care.