About
Dr. Karen Galichon brings more than 30 years of internal medicine experience to WellcomeMD Richmond. S. D. from the University of Arizona in Tucson. She completed her internship and residency in internal medicine at Saint Vincent's Hospital in New York City, where she practiced for several years before relocating to Richmond.
Dr. Galichon holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. Her clinical approach blends conventional internal medicine with integrative and preventive practices. During medical school, she studied with integrative medicine pioneer Andrew Weil. She later pursued training in acupuncture, herbal treatments, nutritional supplements, and hypnosis. Her most recent decade before WellcomeMD was at HCA Primary Health Group in Short Pump. She treats chronic diseases including heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and hypertension, and has extensive experience with autoimmune conditions, women's health, bioidentical hormone therapy, and supportive care for cancer patients. She enjoys running, lifting weights, hiking, and biking, and spends time with her husband and two daughters.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Arizona, B.S. in Biochemistry, Tucson, AZ
Medical School
University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
Residency
Internal Medicine, Saint Vincent's Hospital, New York, NY
Additional Training
Studied acupuncture and integrative medicine including herbal treatments, nutritional supplements; studied with Andrew Weil during medical school; courses in hypnosis
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Galichon right for?
Dr. Galichon is a strong match for adults managing chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, or obesity. Patients interested in weight management, including medication-assisted options like Ozempic or Mounjaro, benefit from her extensive experience in this area. Women navigating hormonal changes or seeking bioidentical hormone therapy find her background directly relevant. Patients who value an integrative perspective, blending conventional medicine with preventive and holistic strategies, align well with her philosophy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Galichon treats heart disease, diabetes, obesity, hypertension, and autoimmune conditions. She also has experience with cancer supportive care and women's health, including bioidentical hormone therapy. Her 30-year career gives her broad clinical depth across complex, overlapping conditions.
Yes. Dr. Galichon helps patients with weight loss using both lifestyle-based strategies and medication-assisted approaches, including Ozempic and Mounjaro. She evaluates each patient individually to determine the right path. Her goal is sustainable results, with or without medication.
Dr. Galichon studied with Andrew Weil during medical school and has since trained in acupuncture, herbal treatments, nutritional supplements, and hypnosis. She applies these tools alongside conventional medicine. Her preventive focus guides her to look for ways to support health before disease progresses.
Yes. Dr. Galichon holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She has maintained that certification across a career spanning more than 30 years.
S. D. from the University of Arizona in Tucson. She completed her internship and residency in internal medicine at Saint Vincent's Hospital in New York City.
Dr. Galichon spent the ten years before joining WellcomeMD at HCA Primary Health Group in Short Pump. She practiced in New York City prior to relocating to Richmond for a different quality of life.
Yes. Dr. Galichon has extensive experience with women's health, including the use of bioidentical hormone treatments. She also supports patients who are currently managing or have previously had cancer.
Doctor profile last updated April 4, 2026