Dr. Karen Wheeler, M.D., PhD, is a fellowship-trained urologic oncologist joining the Center for Neurosciences in September 2025. A distinguished graduate of the Virginia Military Institute, she earned her medical degree, a PhD in Experimental Pathology, and a Master’s in Clinical Research from the University of Virginia. She completed her residency at UVA and a specialized fellowship in Urologic Oncology at the University of Texas Health Center, San Antonio.
Dr. Karen Wheeler, M.D., PhD, is a fellowship-trained urologic oncologist joining the Center for Neurosciences in September 2025. A distinguished graduate of the Virginia Military Institute, she earned her medical degree, a PhD in Experimental Pathology, and a Master’s in Clinical Research from the University of Virginia. She completed her residency at UVA and a specialized fellowship in Urologic Oncology at the University of Texas Health Center, San Antonio.
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Dr. Wheeler has a very calm demeanor, presents reality in a clear manner and responds to all questions politely.
(6 days ago)
Apr-2026
Dr. Wheeler is very professional and very easy to talk to. She spent a good amount of time with us on my mother’s follow up appointment. Is very concise in her explanations and answering questions.
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Very Caring was very understanding.
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Center for Neurosciences
2450 E River Rd Tucson, AZ 85718
Dr. Karen Wheeler, M.D., is a distinguished graduate of Virginia Military Institute in Lexington, VA. She received a PhD in Experimental Pathology, a Master of Science in Clinical Research, and earned her medical degree all from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Wheeler also completed her Residency at the University of Virginia in 2018 and recently completed her Fellowship in Urologic Oncology at the University of Texas Health Center, San Antonio. Dr. Wheeler is a Virginia native who now resides in Tucson with her husband, their two children, and the beloved family dogs.
Dr. Wheeler is a member of the American Urologic Association and the Society of Women in Urology. She has received numerous honors and awards during her extensive education and has authored many publications in her field of study. Dr. Wheeler joins Center for Neurosciences in September 2025.
Dr. Wheeler has a very calm demeanor, presents reality in a clear manner and responds to all questions politely.
Dr. Wheeler is very professional and very easy to talk to. She spent a good amount of time with us on my mother’s follow up appointment. Is very concise in her explanations and answering questions.
Very Caring was very understanding.