Karie Schwertman, MD

Karie Schwertman, MD

Assistant Professor
Family and Community Medicine

    About me

    Dr. Karie Schwertman grew up in Southern Illinois just to the east of St. Louis. Her first career was as an elementary teacher. 

    Dr. Schwertman is married with three adult children. She enjoys spending time with family, baking and crafting. 

    Gender

    Female

    Education & training

    Positions
    Family Medicine Physician
    Board Certifications
    Family Medicine
    Medical School
    MD, SIU School of Medicine, Springfield, IL
    Graduate Degree
    MA, Saint Louis University, St. Louis, MO
    Post Baccalaureate, Washington University, St. Louis, MO
    Undergraduate Degree
    BS, Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville, IL
    Residency
    Family Medicine, SIU School of Medicine, Springfield, IL

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