About
Dr. Karen Larson leads Harper Health's Naples office, bringing nearly three decades of family medicine experience to southwest Florida. She graduated Summa Cum Laude in biology from Texas A&M University, then earned her MD from the University of Texas Medical School in Houston. She completed her family medicine residency at Memorial Hermann Medical Center in 1996, finishing as Chief Resident in her final year.
Dr. Larson spent four years in a private family practice in Houston before relocating to Denver, where she practiced as a family physician and occupational medicine specialist for 23 years. In June 2023, she moved to Naples to lead Harper Health's Florida Gulf Coast office. She holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine since 1996 and maintains staff privileges at both NCH and Physicians Regional hospital systems in Naples. Outside of work, she enjoys beach combing, playing the harp, and spending time with her husband and two cats.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Texas A&M University, BS Biology, Summa Cum Laude
Medical School
University of Texas Medical School in Houston, MD
Residency
Family Medicine residency, Memorial Hermann Medical Center (completed 1996; Chief Resident)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Larson right for?
Dr. Larson is a strong fit for adults 45 and older seeking thorough, relationship-driven primary care. Patients managing chronic conditions or complex health histories benefit from her nearly three decades of family medicine experience. Her background in occupational medicine adds depth for patients with work-related or musculoskeletal concerns. Those who want advanced preventive diagnostics, from cardiac monitoring to cancer screening, will find her Naples practice well-equipped.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Larson specializes in family medicine and preventive medicine. She brings nearly three decades of clinical experience to her work, including 23 years combining family and occupational medicine in Denver. Her focus at Harper Health's Naples office centers on thorough primary care and early disease detection for adults 45 and older.
Yes. Dr. Larson holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. She first earned that certification in 1996 after completing her residency at Memorial Hermann Medical Center, where she also served as Chief Resident.
Dr. Larson earned her MD from the University of Texas Medical School in Houston. She completed her family medicine residency at Memorial Hermann Medical Center in 1996, finishing as Chief Resident. Her undergraduate degree in biology came from Texas A&M University, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude.
Dr. Larson has practiced family medicine since 1996, giving her nearly three decades of clinical experience. She spent four years in private practice in Houston, then 23 years practicing family and occupational medicine in Denver before joining Harper Health in Naples in June 2023.
Yes. Dr. Larson maintains staff privileges at both NCH and Physicians Regional hospital systems in Naples. Those affiliations allow her to coordinate care within the local hospital network when patients need it.
Dr. Larson offers a wide range of advanced diagnostics at the Naples office. These include VO2 Max testing, DEXA body composition analysis, resting metabolic rate testing, Cleerly AI-based heart disease assessment, and the Galleri multi-cancer early detection blood test. She also provides cardiac monitoring, lung function screening, bone density scans, and AI-powered skin cancer screening.
Dr. Larson primarily sees adults 45 and older at the Naples office. Her patients often seek proactive, comprehensive primary care with a strong preventive focus. Her background in both family and occupational medicine makes her effective with a broad range of health concerns.
Dr. Larson schedules 60-minute appointments. That time allows for thorough conversations, physical examination, and care planning without feeling rushed. She also offers same-day availability and 24/7 access by phone, email, or text for her patients.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026