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Dr Karen Tu
Family Physician
About Dr Tu
Edit profileDr. Karen Tu is a highly respected Family Physician practicing at the Toronto Western Family Health Team, located at 300-440 Bathurst Street, Toronto, ON M5T 2S6, where she provides comprehensive, evidence-based care to patients of all ages with a focus on continuity, equity, and innovation in primary care—her dedication to holistic health and patient empowerment makes her a cornerstone of the community; if you’ve experienced her care, consider leaving a review to help others discover her thoughtful and research-driven approach.
Special interest
Dr. Tu’s medical interests include chronic disease management, health informatics, electronic medical records, and population-level cardiovascular health; she is the founder of EMRALD (Electronic Medical Record Administrative data Linked Database) and has led groundbreaking research in using EMR data to improve chronic disease identification and health service delivery.
Education and training
Dr. Tu earned her MD from the University of Toronto in 1992 and holds an MSc in Health Policy, Planning and Financing from the London School of Economics and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine; she is certified in Family Medicine by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and has been in independent practice since 1993.
Practice in Toronto Western Family Health
Toronto Western Family Health
- 440 Bathurst Street, Toronto, ON M5T 2S6
- 416-603-5888
- 416-603-5448
- https://www.twfht.ca/
Frequently Asked Questions
She integrates clinical care with health informatics, using EMR data to enhance diagnosis, treatment planning, and population health strategies.
Yes, her practice includes care for newborns, children, adults, and seniors, ensuring continuity across life stages.
Absolutely—she mentors medical students and residents through her affiliation with the University of Toronto and the UHN Department of Family and Community Medicine.
Yes, referrals are not required; patients can contact the Toronto Western Family Health Team directly to inquire about availability and registration procedures.
She leads research on cardiovascular health awareness and EMR data validation, helping shape national strategies for chronic disease prevention and management.
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