Biography
Dr. Karen Blessey, a New Orleans native, graduated from medical school at LSU Health Sciences Center in Shreveport and completed her internal medicine residency training at LSU Health Sciences Center in New Orleans. In addition to her medical training, she holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Richmond and a Master’s in Physical Chemistry from the University of Colorado.
Dr. Blessey practices internal medicine in uptown New Orleans at the Ochsner Baptist primary care clinic. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Blessey assists patients with preventative care and chronic disease management.
Education and Training
Graduate School
University of Colorado Boulder
Field of Study: Physical Chemistry
Medical School
LSU Health Sciences Center - Shreveport
Field of Study: MD
Internship
LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans/ LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans
Field of Study: Internal Medicine
Residency
LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans/ LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans
Field of Study: Internal Medicine
Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine
Ochsner Patient Verified Reviews
To obtain patient ratings and comments, we partner with Press Ganey, an independent patient satisfaction company that works with more than 26,000 healthcare organizations to improve the patient experience. These patient verified ratings are based on the “likelihood to recommend” physician scores on the nationally developed Medical Practice Survey. Actual top box results for this question are translated to a 1-5 scale, and the star scores are measured on that scale, with 5 being the best score.
Dr. Blessey cares very much for her patients.
Dr. Blessey is very knowledgeable about medicine and has a personal interest in her patients. She's the BEST!!!
As always, Dr. Blessey went through the exam in a very kind and compassionate manner, taking time to discuss any issues. She is very thorough as she explains options and gives very down-to-earth and practical advice about improving my health. Even when I get down on myself for my own lack of progress on my health goals, Dr, Blessey always has positive and practical steps to help me improve.
Dr. Blessey was very thorough and spent a lot of time assessing me and answering my questions.
Excellent
Dr Blessy is an excellent physician. Her skills as a diagnostician are outstanding. Her care and compassion are excellent.
Dr. Karen Blessey is a great primary Doctor. I love her!
Dr Blessey is a great doctor. She takes her time and makes sure she is thorough.
Dr. Blessey is the best doctor. She takes my health seriously each every time I have an appointment.
I feel blessed to have Dr. Blessey as my primary care physician.
Excellant Doctor. Very thorough.
Very attentive to my needs. She detected my care after listening to my concerns.
Excellent Doctor Blessey
Dr. Blessey always gives me concise medical information which helps us make the best decisions for me for my care and treatment.
Dr. Blessey is an outstanding Doctor. Very caring and supportive.
Dr Blessey is an outstanding Primary Care Doctor, I am very lucky to have her!
Excellent care giver.Dr Blessey addresses all my concerns immediately and is totally committed to my healthcare
Top notch professional. I have looked forward to every visit with her. She has solved all my health problems and directed me to the proper professional for care.
Dr. Blessey is very thorough, knowledgeable. I recommend her to friends often.
Excellent
Dr. Blessey ie an outstanding doctor: she is friendly, knowledgeable, and explains everything so that I can make an informed decision.
Dr. Blessy is phenomenal physician. She is very knowledgeable and compassionate. She works hard to make sure patients understand.
I love Dr. Blessey she's dirtect and to the point. She asks questions and tell you what's best for your health. I would highly recommend her!!!