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Karen Leitner, MD, Medicine/Pediatrics, Newton, MA

KarenDebraLeitnerMD(She/Her)

Medicine/Pediatrics Newton, MA

Speaker | Leadership + Wellness Coach for Women Physicians | Advocate for Physician Well-Being

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  • Office

    www.karenleitnermd.com
    Newton, MA 02460
    Phone+1 617-935-5076

Summary

  • My mission: To empower women physicians to feel better, lead confidently, and create meaningful impact in medicine and beyond.

    Karen Leitner, MD, is an Ivy League-trained, board-certified Internal Medicine and Pediatrics physician, leadership coach, and passionate advocate for systemic change in healthcare. As the founder of KarenLeitnerMD Coaching, she has supported over 400 women physicians in navigating the complexities of modern medicine, from mastering charting efficiencies to embracing leadership opportunities and fostering personal fulfillment.

    As an internationally recognized speaker, Karen delivers dynamic, actionable presentations on negotiation, charting mastery, self-confidence, and redefining success in medicine. Her role as an ambassador for the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes Foundation underscores her commitment to advocating for physician well-being and cultural reform in healthcare.

    Karen’s philanthropic efforts reflect her deep dedication to the well-being of healthcare workers and underserved communities. Through her company’s support of disaster relief and equity initiatives, she continues to champion meaningful change.

    Let’s connect if you’re:

    A woman physician ready to rediscover joy and fulfillment in your career.
    Looking for an engaging speaker for your next medical or wellness event.
    Passionate about creating sustainable change in physician wellness and leadership.

Education & Training

  • Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount SinaiResidency, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics, 2002 - 2006
  • University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
    University of Rochester School of Medicine and DentistryClass of 2002

Certifications & Licensure

  • MA State Medical License
    MA State Medical License 2006 - 2026
  • MI State Medical License
    MI State Medical License 2019 - 2023
  • VA State Medical License
    VA State Medical License 2019 - 2022
  • WA State Medical License
    WA State Medical License 2019 - 2022
  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 2019 - 2021
  • CO State Medical License
    CO State Medical License 2019 - 2021
  • NY State Medical License
    NY State Medical License 2003 - 2021
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Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Patient-Centered Medical Home Recognition Program National Committee for Quality Assurance, 2013-2016

Publications & Presentations

Authored Content

  • Physicians you can stop dreading callJuly 2021

Press Mentions

  • Dangerous Shortages of Protective Gear Persist in Mass. Hospitals, Clinicians Say
    Dangerous Shortages of Protective Gear Persist in Mass. Hospitals, Clinicians SayJune 21st, 2020
  • Frontline Health Care Workers, Bracing for A Surge, Issue Another Plea for Help to Gov. Baker
    Frontline Health Care Workers, Bracing for A Surge, Issue Another Plea for Help to Gov. BakerApril 8th, 2020
  • 204: Lessons from the Money and Wellness Conference for Women Physicians
    204: Lessons from the Money and Wellness Conference for Women PhysiciansMarch 21st, 2024

Professional Memberships

  • ACP
    Member
  • AAP
    Member