About
Andrea C. Karp, MD is a board-certified internist with more than 20 years in practice, based in Bethesda, Maryland. She grew up in Newton, Massachusetts and earned her undergraduate degree from Georgetown University. She completed her medical education at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, then trained at the McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in Chicago. After two years in private practice in Illinois, she returned to the East Coast to be closer to family and has practiced in Maryland for 18 years.
Dr. Karp holds board certification in internal medicine and focuses her practice on preventive care and chronic disease management. She is passionate about building long-term relationships with her patients and personalizing care around each individual's health goals. Washingtonian magazine has named her a Top Doctor every year since 2014. Doctors and patients alike have top-rated her in Washington Consumers' Checkbook. Her clinical interests include hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, and personalized wellness planning.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Georgetown University
Medical School
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Residency
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University, Chicago
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Karp right for?
Dr. Karp is a strong fit for adults who want a long-term relationship with a primary care physician. Patients managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or heart disease benefit from her focused, personalized approach. She works well with patients who value prevention and want a customized wellness plan. Adults seeking a physician they can reach at any hour will find her concierge model well suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Karp treats a broad range of adult conditions. Her clinical focus includes diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, heart disease, lung disease, and sleep disorders. She also manages respiratory illnesses and coordinates referrals to specialists when needed.
Yes, Dr. Karp holds board certification in internal medicine. She completed her residency at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in Chicago and has practiced internal medicine for more than 20 years.
Dr. Karp earned her medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. She completed her residency at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in Chicago. Before settling in Maryland, she spent two years in private practice in Illinois.
Dr. Karp has practiced medicine in Maryland for 18 years. After completing her residency in Chicago and spending two years in private practice in Illinois, she returned to the East Coast to be closer to family.
Yes, Washingtonian magazine has named Dr. Karp a Top Doctor every year since 2014. Washington Consumers' Checkbook has also top-rated her among both doctors and patients in the region.
Dr. Karp focuses on prevention and long-term patient relationships. She builds a personalized wellness program for each member, incorporating that individual's specific health goals. She combines chronic disease management with proactive health planning to keep patients ahead of potential issues.
Yes, preventive medicine is a core part of Dr. Karp's practice. She conducts annual physical exams and health screenings, and she designs individualized wellness programs for each patient. Her goal is to identify and address health risks before they become serious conditions.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026