Karen R. Kane, MD

Dr. Kane began practicing at Physician Neck and Back Clinics (PNBC) in 2004. As a staff physician at the North Memorial Occupational Health Clinic, she treated back and neck injuries but is pleased to be specializing in these areas at PNBC. Dr. Kane has been in the medical profession for nearly 20 years and has served as a staff physician at the Mayo Clinic and the University of Minnesota. She has also served as the Occupational Health Medical Director for a large multi-specialty clinic in the Twin Cities. She is a frequent speaker on the topics of neck/back injuries and disability management. In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Kane provides consultative services for disability management.

Education:

  • University of Minnesota Medical School, 1981
  • Residency and fellowship training at the Mayo Graduate School of Medicine, 1985
  • University of Minnesota, Masters of Public Health, 1985

Certification(s):

  • Board Certified in Internal Medicine
  • Board Certified in Preventive Medicine
  • Board Certified in Occupational Medicine

Previous Related Experience:

  • Staff physician, Mayo Clinic 1986 - 1988
  • Staff physician, University of Minnesota 1988 - 1991
  • Occupational Health Medical Director for a large multi-specialty clinic in the Twin Cities. 1991 - 1996
  • Staff physician North Memorial Occupational Health Clinic 1996 - 2004

Professional Activitie(s):

  • Member, American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine
  • Member, North Central Occupational and Environmental Medicine Association

Speaking Engagement(s):

  • “Shoulder Injuries.” Leading Edge Conference, GE Benefits, 9/9/04

  • “Disability Management from the Primary Care Provider’s Perspective.” Disability Management Employer Consortium, 4/15/04

  • “Low Back Injuries.” Leading Edge Conference, GE Benefits, 10/10/03

Awards:

  • Recognized Physician:  National Committee for Quality Assurance Back Pain Recognition Program; 2-Year Recognition (June 24, 2008 – June 24, 2010).


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