About
Dr. Kara Lanpher is the founder and physician of DirectMD in Winter Haven, Florida. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Florida, a proud Gator, before attending medical school at St. George's University. She completed her residency in family medicine at Florida State University. Dr. Lanpher chose to build her practice in her hometown, driven by the belief that good primary care is rooted in knowing patients as people.
Dr. Lanpher specializes in family medicine and preventive care, treating both acute illness and chronic conditions for patients across all age groups. She is passionate about community medicine and staying close to the families she serves. Outside the clinic, she enjoys boating and paddleboarding on the water. She holds firm to one guiding philosophy: laughter is the best medicine.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Florida
Medical School
St. George's University
Residency
Florida State University
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Lanpher right for?
Dr. Lanpher is a strong fit for individuals and families who want a primary care physician who knows them by name. Patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes or hypertension benefit from her focus on ongoing, relationship-driven care. She serves all age groups, making her a practical choice for households with children and adults alike. Patients who value direct access to their doctor and minimal wait times will feel at home at DirectMD. Local business owners seeking a meaningful health benefit for their teams also find her employer membership model a good match.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Lanpher specializes in family medicine and preventive care. She treats patients of all ages for both acute illnesses and chronic conditions. Her clinical interests include community medicine, weight management, women's health, and keeping patients healthy before problems develop.
Dr. Lanpher completed her family medicine residency at Florida State University. She practices in her specialty of family medicine at DirectMD in Winter Haven, Florida.
Dr. Lanpher earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Florida. She attended medical school at St. George's University and completed her residency at Florida State University.
Dr. Lanpher manages a broad range of chronic conditions as part of her membership-based primary care. She focuses on long-term management and preventive strategies. Patients with conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and other ongoing health concerns receive consistent, direct access to her care.
Yes. Dr. Lanpher provides primary care for all age groups, from children to seniors. She offers well-child exams, sports physicals, and adult wellness visits under the same membership. Families can see her as a single physician for the whole household.
Yes. Dr. Lanpher stays reachable through text, phone, email, telehealth, and portal messaging as a core part of the membership. For urgent after-hours needs, members can send a message through the Spruce app. Non-urgent questions are best directed to the next business day.
Dr. Lanpher takes a shared decision-making approach to weight management. She works with patients on nutrition and exercise planning and can also discuss medication options when appropriate. Her goal is to find the most beneficial and safe path for each individual.
Yes. Dr. Lanpher includes annual women's wellness exams, including pap smears, as part of her primary care services. Women of all ages can receive routine preventive care through their DirectMD membership.
Yes. Dr. Lanpher performs simple dermatological procedures including shave biopsies and laceration repair in the office. She also conducts point-of-care testing for flu, strep, UTIs, and pregnancy during visits.
Yes, DirectMD is currently enrolling new patients. Dr. Lanpher offers complimentary meet-and-greet appointments so prospective patients can tour the clinic and learn more before enrolling.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026