Ross University School of Medicine

Doctor of Medicine

Board Certified Obstetrics & Gynecology

Fellowship: University of Arizona

Board Certified in Integrative Medicine

Fellowship: American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) 

Board Certified in Anti-Aging,

Metabolic & Nutritional Medicine

Fellowship: American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) 

Board Pending in Aesthetics

Dr. Karen Plymel brings over three decades of award-winning medical experience and a deep passion for patient-centered care to her role as Medical Director at Elevate Health. Recognized as a 2024 HOUR Detroit Top Doctor in Functional Medicine, she is widely regarded as one of the most respected and sought-after functional medicine physicians in the region, known for her ability to combine science, compassion, and innovation in every patient encounter.

Dr. Plymel began her medical journey in a small rural town in the South and has since built a reputation for clinical excellence in the Detroit area. She earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from Ross University School of Medicine and completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology, becoming board certified in her specialty. Her unwavering dedication to advanced learning led her to complete fellowships in Integrative Medicine through the University of Arizona and the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M). She holds board certifications in Integrative, Anti-Aging, Metabolic, and Nutritional Medicine and is currently board-pending in Aesthetic Medicine.

Known for her ability to solve complex medical cases, Dr. Plymel uses cutting-edge diagnostics and a personalized, integrative approach that combines traditional medical training with evidence-based alternative therapies. Her goal is to identify and treat the root causes of illness, supporting patients in achieving optimal, long-lasting health.

Her clinical expertise includes bio-identical hormone optimization for both men and women, hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, preconception and fertility support, chronic inflammatory response syndrome (CIRS), leaky gut and leaky brain, mold and environmental toxin exposure, and the treatment of nasal and oral pathogens.

Dr. Plymel is devoted to empowering her patients through education, collaboration, and individualized care. At Elevate Health, she leads a team committed to transforming lives through comprehensive, root-cause-focused care.