Karen Anne Valdez, DO
Psychiatry
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Locations of Karen Anne Valdez, DO
Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Georgetown
4945 Williams Dr , Georgetown, TX, 78633
6677.3mi
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512.819.0500
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- Monday:7:30 am-5:00 pm
- Tuesday:7:30 am-5:00 pm
- Wednesday:7:30 am-5:00 pm
- Thursday:7:30 am-5:00 pm
- Friday:7:30 am-5:00 pm
Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Round Rock 425 University
425 University Blvd , Round Rock, TX, 78665
6674.7mi
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512.509.0200
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- Monday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Tuesday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Wednesday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Thursday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
- Friday:8:00 am-5:00 pm
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Biography
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Karen Valdez, MD made the decision to pursue a career in health care because of the pride she takes in the acts of service to others. She enjoys geriatric psychiatry ... because of the contact with both patients and their spouses, adult sons, and daughters. She specializes in educating both patients and families about the importance of non- pharmacological interventions for mental health care. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family, cooking, and painting. Dr. Valdez has been recognized as a Top Doc 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026 by Austin Monthly Magazine. Winners are nominated by their peers as among the best in their region/nation in their medical specialty. View More |
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| Adults |
| Geriatrics |
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| English |
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| Medical School: DO, New York College of Osteopathic Medicine (2005) |
| Residency: Psychiatry, Temple University Hospital (2010) |
| Education: Temple University Hospital (2010) |
| Fellowship: Psychiatry, Geriatric, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (2011) |
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| Geriatric Psychiatry- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology | Psychiatry- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology |
| Hospital Affiliations |
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| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Round Rock |
| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Buda |
| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Pflugerville (Building 1) |
| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Lakeway |
| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Austin |
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Patient Ratings (674)
The patient rating score is an average of all responses to physician-related questions on our nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey .
| averageRating | metric | |
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| 4.7 | Time Care Provider spent with Patient | |
| 4.7 | Wait Time at Clinic | |
| 4.8 | Provider included you in decisions | |
| 4.8 | Provider showed concern | |
| 4.9 | Friendliness/Courtesy of Care Provider | |
| 4.8 | Rate Care Provider |
Patient Comments (326)
Overview of patient comments
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Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey and are displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
Patients appreciate
Dr. Karen Valdez consistently receives exceptional praise for her listening skills and compassionate, caring approach to patient care. Patients repeatedly emphasize that she truly listens, makes them feel heard and understood, and creates a comfortable environment where they can be open and honest without judgment. Her warm, friendly demeanor and genuine interest in her patients' well-being stand out, with many describing her as personable, empathetic, and easy to talk to. Patients appreciate her collaborative approach to treatment, noting that she involves them in decision-making rather than dictating care, and takes time to ensure medications are working effectively with adjustments when needed. Her professionalism, thoroughness, and ability to remember details about patients and their families from previous visits are frequently highlighted. Many patients describe her as life-changing, with several stating she is the best psychiatrist or provider they have ever had.
Patients also share
The most significant concern raised by multiple patients is the difficulty getting appointments with Dr. Valdez, with several reviews mentioning wait times of up to eight months for initial or follow-up visits. A few patients noted that appointments occasionally felt rushed, though this was mentioned infrequently. One patient expressed disappointment that the focus was primarily on medication management rather than counseling or therapy, noting they had expected more discussion of mental health issues beyond prescriptions. Another single review mentioned feeling that visits were mainly for prescription renewals without additional benefit.