Dr. Karl Spector, MD
Addiction Medicine,
Preventive Medicine
About Dr. Karl Spector, MD
Karl Spector MD, is a board-certified Internist providing care to patients in Bel Air, Maryland.
Dr. Spector was Board Certified in Internal Medicine in 1999 and specializes in the care of patients 18 and older who require preventative, acute and chronic medical care.
Dr. Spector believes that health and wellness is a collaborative effort between doctor and patient, maximized through prevention, healthy lifestyle choices and treatment of disease. For each patient he sees, his goal is to give them tools they need to enjoy all that life has to offer.
One of Dr. Spector’s passions is the empathetic treatment of those patients who suffer from the disease of addiction. He is the Medical Director at the Serenity Clinic, an outpatient treatment center in Aberdeen and he served as the Medical Director of Addiction Services at the Harford County Health Department from 2007-2010. Dr. Spector was also awarded the prestigious Outpatient Physician of the Year in 1998.
Procedures & Services
Patient Education Resources
There are several lifestyle changes that can help to reduce high blood pressure without the use of medication:Maintaining a healthy weight: Being overweight or obese can increase your risk of high blo...
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive, degenerative disorder that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. It is the most common cause of dementia in older adults.Symptoms of Alzheimer's disease...
Snoring is a common symptom of sleep apnea, a serious sleep disorder that causes a person to stop breathing for short periods of time during sleep. People with sleep apnea often snore loudly and frequ...
The best treatment for prostate cancer depends on the stage and grade of the cancer, as well as the patient's overall health and preferences. Common treatment options for prostate cancer include:A...
Osteoporosis is a condition that causes the bones to become brittle and fragile, increasing the risk of fractures. Medications for osteoporosis are typically recommended when a person is at high risk ...
Education & Training
Medical School: St. George’s University School of Medicine
Undergraduate Degree: Susquehanna University