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Kathryn R Keefer, MD

Kathryn R Keefer, MD

Family Medicine
Franciscan Physician Network
Languages Spoken
English

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Franciscan Physician Network Carmel Family Medicine

12188-B North Meridian Street
Suite 280
Carmel, IN 46032

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7:30am - 5:00pm
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7:30am - 5:00pm
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7:30am - 5:00pm
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7:30am - 5:00pm
Friday
7:30am - 5:00pm
Franciscan Physician Network Carmel Family Medicine

Franciscan FertilityCare Center

610 East Southport Road
Suite 110
Indianapolis, IN 46227

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8:00am - 5:00pm
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8:00am - 5:00pm
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8:00am - 5:00pm
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8:00am - 5:00pm
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8:00am - 5:00pm
Franciscan FertilityCare Center

Franciscan Health Indianapolis

8111 South Emerson Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46237

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Open 24 hours
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Open 24 hours
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Open 24 hours
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Open 24 hours
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Open 24 hours
Franciscan Health Indianapolis

About Me

Education

Medical School:
University of Iowa College of Medicine

Residency:
Franciscan Health Family Medicine Residency

Board Certifications

American Board of Family Medicine

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Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Anthem HIP
  • Anthem Medicaid
  • CareSource
  • Cigna Health Plans
  • Cofinity
  • Corvel
  • Department of Labor
  • Devoted Health
  • Encore Health Network
  • Humana
  • Humana Medicaid
  • Managed Health Services
  • Managed Health Services MarketPlace
  • Medicaid IN
  • Medicare IN
  • Medicare Rail Road
  • MultiPlan/PHCS
  • Sagamore
  • SIHO
  • Tricare/Humana Military
  • United Health Care
  • United Health Care Medicaid
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Provider Ratings

4.9 out of 5

(263 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

150 Reviews

11/26/2025

Excellent care received from Dr. Keefer

11/24/2025

She asks great questions, listens well and provides competent, timely care.

11/20/2025

Very helpful, including asking about things from the last time I was in office. Was willing to answer the questions I had.

11/15/2025

She is a good listener and makes one feel wanted and cared for

11/12/2025

She is patient, listens to concerns and offers good advice.

11/11/2025

A caring Doctor that understands me and my health situation. She takes the time necessary to communicate effectively.

11/11/2025

Concern for you not in a hurry to get to the next patient

11/10/2025

She has great listening skills and responds to all of my questions and concerns. She takes my concerns seriously.

11/10/2025

My favorite doctor I've ever had.

11/07/2025

Spends time with me, concerned about all areas of my life, knowledgeable. Considers my opinion on treatment plans.

11/06/2025

Dr. Keefer is a very good doctor and always is ready to answer questions/concerns.

11/05/2025

She listens

11/04/2025

she listens and is wip smart

11/04/2025

She is amazing! She listens and pays 100% to what you have questions or concerns about.

11/03/2025

She is just the best. Takes time with each patient

11/03/2025

Dr Keefer is wonderful. She listens and is caring and compassionate.

10/30/2025

She takes the time to talk to me

10/28/2025

She is kind and a good listener. She asks good questions.

10/28/2025

Seem very knowledgeable and up to date on current medications.

10/27/2025

She talks to you as a person, and listens to your concerns without judgement. I feel very comfortable in her care

10/25/2025

Friendly, knowledgeable, practical.

10/22/2025

Even though she was alittle behind schedule, my appointment wasn’t rushed. Dr Keefer took the time to listen to my questions and concerns.

10/20/2025

Dr Keefer and her staff are outstanding! I have referred several friends and family!

10/16/2025

Dr. Keefer and staff take care of everything. She is very good listener and explains herself well.

10/10/2025

Dr. Keefer is exceptionally attentive, kind, and respectful. His approach to patient care is the primary reason I continue returning, as it reflects the standard of treatment every patient deserves.

09/29/2025

I had a wonderful experience at this office. The entire staff—from the front desk to the nurse and the doctor—was warm, kind, and genuinely caring. My GP Dr Keefer took the time to listen to every detail of my symptoms without rushing me. I truly felt heard and understood, especially when I shared that I want to address the root causes of my symptoms rather than just manage them. She spent considerable time with me and made sure I left feeling supported and hopeful. It was such a refreshing and pleasant visit, and I am grateful to have found a doctor and team that truly care about their patients’ healing.

09/29/2025

Dr. Keefer has excellent emotional intelligence. She listens with care and makes helpful recommendations. She has the rare quality of flexible thinking to personalize her diagnoses.

09/24/2025

Kind, friendly, ontime, trustworthy, helpful

09/24/2025

She is a great doctor.

09/20/2025

Dr Keefer is very knowledgeable, and takes the time to listen to all my concerns. She also helps my wife deal with several health issues. Is always available via the portal as well

09/17/2025

She actually listens

09/10/2025

Friendly staff. And the doctor is very helpful with my concerns.

09/05/2025

Very personable, knows my information, listens to my concerns regarding my health

09/03/2025

The rating is for Dr. Keefer. She is an amazing doctor and really really cares about her patients.

09/01/2025

Dr. Keefer listens carefully, without interrupting, and then makes her professional opinion about the medical situation. I’m so pleased with my visit that I’m trying to get my wife to leave her current doctor to be in Dr. Keefer’s care as well. However, my wife is hesitant to start over and is satisfied with her current PCP.

08/31/2025

Dr Keefer listens and spends time to help with any medical issues I have encountered

08/30/2025

I already referred someone to Dr Keefer!

08/29/2025

She listens and genuinely seems to care

08/26/2025

She has helped me through many medical issues successfully.

08/26/2025

Dr. Keefer is awesome. She is also my wife's doctor and I already referred a friend to her.

08/23/2025

Attention to detail

08/22/2025

Listened well Thorough Competent

08/21/2025

She was actively listening and gave me all the time to explain myself.

08/19/2025

Paid exceptional attention to our medical history and current conditions.

08/19/2025

Same reason as above. Dr. Keefer takes the time to listen to you and answer your questions.

08/13/2025

I like her

08/13/2025

Dr. Keefer is kind, listened to concerns, and asked important questions.

08/12/2025

An attentive, kind, and energetic professional.

08/09/2025

Very nice. Listens and explains

08/02/2025

She takes very good care of me

07/30/2025

Listened well & I felt like she truly cared about my health.

07/30/2025

Dr. Keefer and her staff meet their clients at the appointed time, they are friendly, professional and actually listen to their paitent.

07/30/2025

Knowledgeable, friendly and through

07/29/2025

She is caring and very competent!

07/29/2025

Very knowledgeable and attentive. Listens to everything and goes above and beyond to help with any issues or questions.

07/23/2025

He explains the medical situation well, very professionally, and gives you recommendations for the different cases the patient has.

07/20/2025

She always takes the time to address everything thoroughly. She genuinely give thought to my questions and concerns. She talks with me not at me.

07/17/2025

Very personable and took the time to listen and talk about herself and her family so I can get to know her better

07/17/2025

Very nice, listened and cared about my answers to her questions.

07/16/2025

She never seems rushed to end my appointment. She answers my questions thoughtfully. She has given me excellent referrals.

07/15/2025

She’s great. Spent a long time with me and addressed all my issues. Very good experience

07/15/2025

Helped with everything I needed

07/14/2025

Because she asked me an important medical question when we first sit down. Which was how are you and what brings you in today

07/14/2025

She is very wise and listens to your problems and comes up with a solution.

07/13/2025

Very attentive to my needs.

07/07/2025

Cares about your well being

06/26/2025

She's very friendly and she really listens.

06/25/2025

Very professional

06/25/2025

I already have

06/23/2025

She is very knowledgeable, personable, doesn't rush.

06/19/2025

Great listener. Takes time to get to know her patients

06/19/2025

She listen to you and does not seem in a hurry to go to her next patient

06/17/2025

Dr. Keefer has show herself to be adept at communicating with patients, even those for whom dementia makes communication difficult.

06/16/2025

She is patient and listens carefully to every detail. She is never in rush to get you in and out …

06/12/2025

Listens

06/12/2025

my doctor is always there to listen to my medical needs and address any issues. She is extremely caring and upholds the tradition of Franciscan family practice training.

06/10/2025

She listen to patient and feel like she connects

06/06/2025

She's warm, welcoming, and has excellent advice.

06/03/2025

Good medical care.

06/02/2025

Listens to any concerns I had and explains everything clearly.

05/28/2025

Dr. Keefer and her staff are very professional yet friendly and caring.

05/27/2025

She listens and genuinely cares about you and your health.

05/24/2025

She was caring and knowledgeable.

05/20/2025

I feel that Dr Keefer spends the time to know her patients to set them on a path to wellness I feel like an individual and not just some client.

05/20/2025

Polite, personable, and thorough. Dr. Keefer seemed genuinely curious and concerned.

05/19/2025

Excellent care. she listens to me. I like her approach to medicine.

05/17/2025

Extremely kind and in no hurry to get to next patient

05/15/2025

Dr Keefer is wonderful. She is an amazing listener and I always feel my concerns are addressed.

05/14/2025

She is nice and she listened to my concerns. And she quickly offered multiple solutions.

05/13/2025

Finding a new primary care physician can be stressful, but I felt at ease during my entire appointment. Dr. Keefer was extremely genuine and informative. She listened to my concerns and provided best next steps in a way that was clear and concise.

05/09/2025

Dr. Keefer is always a pleasure to meet with. She is great with people of all ages and is very knowledgeable. Highly recommend!

05/08/2025

She does a very thorough examination each year and truly cares about patient conditions and outcomes. Good communication skills in terms of listening to patient issues and explaining potential treatments.

05/06/2025

Dr Keefer is great at explaining things and spending enough time with you to hear your concerns and answering your questions.

05/01/2025

I recommend her to everyone!

04/30/2025

She is such a good listener and always has solutions for me.

04/29/2025

She is the best

04/27/2025

Excellent communication skills and very knowledgeable

04/24/2025

She truly cares about her patience and it shows

04/24/2025

Smart, efficient, and compassionate

04/22/2025

Dr. Keefer is very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. Is always looking to improve patient’s health.

04/22/2025

Dr. Keefer is awesome. She sits with you and understands what is happening. She is able to explain things so that I can understand.

04/02/2025

I have never had a doctor that has listened to my health concerns and really take the time to address them like Dr. Keefer. I am especially grateful she can speak with me about navigating Natural Family Planning while postpartum. I feel more confident about my health after my visit with her!

03/31/2025

I already have suggested her to my sister

03/27/2025

I absolutely adore Dr. Keefer and will follow her wherever she goes. I moved and it's a bit of a commute to go to Carmel to see her but she is worth every minute in the car. She listens to me, takes me seriously, talks to me like a human being, cares about my concerns, addresses all of them, goes over every option, and works with me as a team. I tell everyone about her and am so happy I found her as my provider. She is the best!!

03/24/2025

Dr. Keefer spent quality time with me and answered all my questions. She welcomed me and really listened to my concerns.

03/19/2025

She was very nice and knowledgable.

03/17/2025

I hav e already gotten her a couple of patients and trying to get more.

03/12/2025

Very nice & I have recommended her several times

03/12/2025

Professional

03/05/2025

She is polite, listens, and explains her reasoning thoroughly.

02/28/2025

Because she listens and explains her thoughts on the situation.

02/26/2025

Very good at getting back to you with your issues on my chart . Is very nice and helpful

02/26/2025

Love dr keefer. Takes time with her patients

02/26/2025

Good medical care.

02/26/2025

She took time and didn’t seem rushed!

02/24/2025

I loved dr. Kathryn Keefer, she was very helpful with my condition and gave me all the time I needed for my chech up session, I loved the fact that she offered me treatment for Fibromyalgia that some doctor refuse to treat. Thank you!

02/22/2025

She listed and asked questions, very easy to talk to.

02/21/2025

She listens well and is completely engaged with the patient during appointment session.

02/20/2025

She seems to be well liked she’s sociable explains things well.

02/18/2025

Dr. Keefer is very knowledge and takes time to address all of my concerns. She is genuinely concerned about her patients. One of the best doctors I've ever had.

02/13/2025

She listens & takes time to explain my questions

02/13/2025

Dr. Keefer is very knowledgable and easy to talk to. She made me feel welcome as a new patient.

02/13/2025

She made me feel very comfortable & she has a wonderful personality, seemed extremely knowledgeable with my conditions too

02/12/2025

Very nice and attentive

02/12/2025

She listens intently to your concerns and is very thorough in her examination.

02/10/2025

Amazing Dr!!!!!

02/04/2025

First meeting with dr. Keefer. Very knowledgeable and friendly.

02/03/2025

She listens to her patients and is trying to get to the root of my problems.

02/01/2025

She’s so caring and answers all my questions

01/31/2025

Dr Keefer is kind, a great listener and thorough.

01/29/2025

Friendly, helpful, etc.

01/28/2025

She is such a caring doctor. Sent me to ER and followed up with a phone call to make sure I was doing OK.

01/28/2025

I find it very professional.

01/28/2025

Dr Keefer really took the time to listen and answer all my questions

01/18/2025

Dr. Keefer is personable and cares about you as a patient. She is kind. She takes your health seriously.

01/17/2025

The family doctor I saw, Kathryn Keefer MD, is the best I have encountered since I came to the US 15 years ago. She was very kind, engaged, and genuinely concerned about helping me, rather than making me feel like just another number in the clinic. Kathryn Keefer MD is an excellent family medicine doctor who truly cares about her patients, and I strongly recommend her. --- I hope this text meets your needs! If you need any further adjustments, feel free to let me know.

01/15/2025

I felt like Dr. Keefer understood my needs and gave me great advice.

01/14/2025

Attentive

01/10/2025

Listens to the patient, very understanding, think she is terrific

01/08/2025

She took time to listen to me & explained directions so I would understand them

12/31/2024

Dr. Keefer really showed an interest in knowing my medical history and working on a plan to hopefully eliminate some of my prescribed medications in the future.

12/28/2024

Very understanding and patient with patients.

12/27/2024

Already had my sister go to her and she likes her too.

12/17/2024

I like Dr keefer

12/17/2024

She is professional and caring.

12/15/2024

She's an amazing Dr

12/11/2024

my PCP is very thorough and caring for my health and well being

12/10/2024

Comprehensive discussion with clear to do’s going forward

12/05/2024

For the same reason. She listens

12/05/2024

I've always had good experiences, Dr. Keefer listens to me and provides insight and problem solving ideas.
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