
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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