Dr. Kara Leann Sturgis, D.O., earned her BS in Biology from Florida State University and her medical degree from Nova Southeastern University.
She completed pediatric residency at Maimonides Medical Center and has over 18 years of experience in pediatrics.
Dr. Kara Leann Sturgis, D.O., earned her BS in Biology from Florida State University and her medical degree from Nova Southeastern University.
She completed pediatric residency at Maimonides Medical Center and has over 18 years of experience in pediatrics.
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She's a mom herself, which just makes her an even better pediatrician. She listens so well to my children when they explain how their body feels. She's also incredibly supportive of my role and choices as their parent. She gives me knowledge and tools to make the decisions I feel are best for my family. Wherever she practices is where my children will be seen.
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Dr.Sturgis was great with all of my concerns about my son.Gave me great resources!
(2 months ago)
Jun-2026
AMAZING & super professional 👍
(2 months ago)
Jun-2026
Love my daughter Dr
(3 months ago)
Jun-2026
Always fantastic. Very thoughtful, thorough, and knowledgeable.
(3 months ago)
May-2026
Sweetgrass Pediatrics - Bluffton
167 Bluffton Road Bluffton, SC 29910
Dr. Kara Leann Sturgis, D.O., earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Florida State University in 2001 and her medical degree from Nova Southeastern University in 2005. She completed her pediatric residency at Maimonides Medical Center from 2005–2008. She has over 18 years of experience in pediatrics and joined Seaside Pediatrics in 2012 before becoming part of Sweetgrass Pediatrics in 2026.
Dr. Sturgis grew up in Jacksonville, Florida, and has lived in the Lowcountry area since completing her residency. She enjoys caring for patients of all ages and is committed to supporting children and families through every stage of growth and development. She values building long-term relationships and finds great fulfillment in watching her patients grow over time.
Outside of her medical practice, Dr. Sturgis enjoys reading, traveling, and cheering on her sons’ sports teams. She is married with two school-age sons and attends Low Country Community Church. She also enjoys learning through trusted pediatric resources such as HealthyChildren.org and KidsHealth.org, and values spending quality time with her family.
She's a mom herself, which just makes her an even better pediatrician. She listens so well to my children when they explain how their body feels. She's also incredibly supportive of my role and choices as their parent. She gives me knowledge and tools to make the decisions I feel are best for my family. Wherever she practices is where my children will be seen.
Dr.Sturgis was great with all of my concerns about my son.Gave me great resources!
AMAZING & super professional 👍
Love my daughter Dr
Always fantastic. Very thoughtful, thorough, and knowledgeable.