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Dr Philip Karas
Family Physician
About Dr Karas
Edit profileDr. Philip Karas is a Family Physician practicing at The Ottawa Hospital, 501 Smyth Road, Ottawa, ON K1H 8L6, where he leads the Department of Family Medicine and provides comprehensive care through hospital-based and academic settings; known for his decades of service and leadership in clinical education, Dr. Karas supports patients and medical learners with a focus on continuity, professionalism, and evidence-informed care—if you’ve received care from Dr. Karas, consider leaving a review to help others in Ottawa connect with a physician who blends deep experience with a commitment to mentorship and innovation.
Special interest
Dr. Karas’s medical interests include hospital-based family medicine, clinical education, patient safety, and systems improvement; he has completed the Champlain LHIN Senior Management Program and Just Culture Certification, and actively contributes to shaping care models that prioritize accountability, interdisciplinary collaboration, and teaching excellence within The Ottawa Hospital’s academic framework.
Education and training
Dr. Karas earned his MD from McMaster University in 1981 and completed his Family Medicine residency at the University of Ottawa; he has been licensed for independent practice by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) since 1983 and was appointed Head of Family Medicine at The Ottawa General Hospital in 1988.
Practice in The Ottawa Hospital
Affiliated HospitalThe Ottawa Hospital
- 501 Smyth Road, Ottawa, ON K1H 8L6
- 613-738-3327
- 613-761-4462
- https://www.ottawahospital.on.ca/
Frequently Asked Questions
He serves as Head of the Department of Family Medicine, overseeing clinical programs and educational initiatives across the hospital’s campuses.
Yes, he is an Assistant Professor at the University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Medicine and actively mentors residents and students in family medicine.
He focuses on hospital-based family medicine, supporting patients with acute and chronic conditions while integrating teaching and systems-level improvements.
He completed the Champlain LHIN Senior Management Program and the Just Culture Certification course to enhance his leadership in healthcare delivery.
He has been in independent practice since 1983 and has held leadership roles in family medicine at The Ottawa Hospital for over three decades.
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