Highlights
Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Karisa C. Schreck
Primary Academic Title
Assistant Professor of Neurology
Background
Karisa Schreck, assistant professor of neurology, oncology and neurosurgery, is co-director of the BRAF Brain Tumor Center at Johns Hopkins. Her research focuses on the development of small-molecule targeted therapies for patients with primary brain tumors. Dr. Schreck has specific expertise in the treatment of BRAF gene mutations. As such, she works with Christine Pratilas’ laboratory to investigate resistance mechanisms to BRAF-targeted therapy. Dr. Schreck also writes and runs clinical trials for novel targeted agents through the Comprehensive Brain Tumor Center and the Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology.
Centers and Institutes
Clinical Trial Keywords
BRAF, ketogenic diet,
Clinical Trials Summary
Dr. Schreck conducts clinical trials of small molecule targeted therapies in glioma and other primary brain tumors.
Recent News Articles and Media Coverage
Podcast - Engineering Hero: Treating Brain Cancer by Targeting Mutated Neural Pathways, Embedded Computer Design, 12/5/2023
Video - Engineering Hero: Combatting Brain Cancer Mutations with Neuroscience, Embedded Computer Design, 11/29/2023
Additional Academic Titles
Assistant Professor of Oncology, Assistant Professor of Neurological Surgery
Contact for Research Inquiries
201 N Broadway
Viragh Bldg, Rm. 9179, Box#3
Baltimore, MD 21287
Research Interests
Clinical Trials, Personalized Medicine, Predictive Biomarkers for Treatment., Resistance to Small-Molecule Targeted Therapies
Locations
- Skip Viragh Outpatient Cancer Center
- 201 North Broadway Street, Viragh BLDG 5th FL, Baltimore, MD 21287
- phone: 410-955-8964
- fax: 410-367-2194
Expertise
Education
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Fellowship, Neuro-Oncology, 2019National Institutes of Health
Fellowship, Neuro-Oncology, 2019Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Residency, Neurology, 2016Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Medical Education, MD PhD, 2012Board Certifications
Neurology
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2016Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
5 out of 5
38 ratings, 21 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/20/2025
Dr. Schreck is a fantastic provider. She always takes time with her patients as listens carefully to their concerns. She explains information with care and compassion. She truly cares about her patients and their caregivers.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2025
Excellent visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2025
First time visit since my normal provider wasn't available. Good provider with a good bedside manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/2/2025
Doctor Schreck is the best. I'm fortunate to be in her care. I have nothing but the highest complements.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2024
Dr. Schreck is a great doctor. She is always thorough, knowledgeable and patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2024
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2024
Dr. Schreck is the most patient provider and truly cares about her patients and it shows through all aspects of the appointment. Her bedside manner exceeds any provider I've ever had (at the same hospital and other places).
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2024
Dr. Schreck consistently goes above and beyond. I'm lucky to have her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2024
The provider was honest, explained clearly and knew what has to be done. She is always amazing and caring.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2024
Dr Schreck is very engaging and is patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2024
She's very thorough. Informative about options for my condition. Very friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2024
Top notch, I have only good things to say about her. I am fortunate to be in her care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2024
Dr Schreck is an amazing physician. We have the utmost trust and faith in her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2024
Dr. Schreck is great. She listens, cares, follows up and guides people in the worst possible diagnosis.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2024
Dr,Schreck has done a wonderful job explaining how things work. She listens to our questions and answers them in a way we can understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2024
Thorough and caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2024
Dr Schreck always takes the time we need to explain very complex issues in a way we can understand
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2024
Dr. Schreck is knowledgeable and is very patient centered. I trust her and feel I am an active participant in my plan of care. She is excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2024
Awesome care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2024
Dr. Schreck is an amazing doctor that always makes me feel heard, important and cared for.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2024
The most thoughtful, caring, empathetic, and brilliant provider that I know!