Olga Karachenets, MD
Providing Care at Our St. Louis Park Office | Languages Spoken: English, Ukrainian, Russian, & Conversational Polish
About Dr. Karachenets
Board-Certified Family Physician
Dr. Karachenets is a board-certified family medicine physician with extensive experience in primary care, preventive health, and chronic disease management. She provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages and has special interests in pulmonology (asthma, COPD), dermatology, women’s health, geriatrics, diabetes, obesity management, and preventive care. She has been recognized for her leadership as Chief Resident and honored with multiple professional awards for excellence in patient care.
Fluent in English, Ukrainian, Russian, and conversational Polish, Dr. Karachenets is committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. She emphasizes preventive medicine and long-term wellness, guiding patients toward healthier lifestyles and better quality of life.
Expertise & Credentials
Clinical Focus & Services
- Primary care and preventive medicine for patients of all ages
- Chronic disease management, including diabetes, COPD, asthma, and obesity
- Women’s health, geriatrics, and dermatology
- Minor surgical procedures
- Leadership experience as Site Medical Officer
Education & Training
- MD: Bukovinian State Medical University: Chernivtsy, Ukraine
- Residency (Family Medicine): AHECSA UAMS Program: El Dorado, AR (Chief Resident, 2012–2013)
Licensure & Certifications
- American Board of Family Medicine: Certified (2013–Present)
- Minnesota Board of Family Medicine License: (2013–Present)
- ECFMG Certification:
(2008)
Professional Experience
- Family Physician, Allina Health Clinic: Plymouth, MN (2013–Present)
- Resident Physician, AHECSA UAMS Family Medicine Residency Program: El Dorado, AR (2010–2013)
- Physician, Pryluky Regional TB/Pulmonology Clinic: Ukraine (1999–2005)
- Hospitalist,
Chernigiv Regional TB/Pulmonology Medical Center:
Ukraine (1998–1999)
Volunteer Service
- Family Physician, Hadi Medical Clinic – Brooklyn Center, MN (2013–Present)
- Volunteer Physician Assistant,
Hennepin County Medical Center – Minneapolis, MN (2008–2009)
Publications & Presentations
- Allergen Immunotherapy for Allergen-Induced Asthma – Evidence-Based Practice, 2014
- Identification and Prevention Methods of Tuberculosis – Ukrainian National Health Day, 2001
Awards & Recognition
- Outstanding Resident of the Year: El Dorado Family Medicine Residency Program, 2013
- Chief Resident: El Dorado Family Medicine Residency Program, 2012–2013
- Outstanding Student of the Year: Bukovinian State Medical University, 1997
- CMS Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification, 2014
- EpicCare Ambulatory EMR Certified, 2014
Appointments & Consultations
- Call: (952) 933-8900 to schedule an appointment
- Email: info@lifemedical.us (Use subject line: “New Patient Inquiry – Dr. Karachenets”)