Kari Ellen Kindschi, MD| Family Medicine, Sports Medicine | MedStar Health
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Kari Ellen Kindschi

Kari Ellen Kindschi, MD
Provider is directly employed by MedStar Health

5 out of 5 (1642 reviews)

Specialties: Family Medicine, Sports Medicine

Languages: English

410-554-6636

About me

Kari Kindschi, MD, CAQSM, is board certified in family medicine and fellowship trained in sports medicine. She specializes in the nonoperative treatment of musculoskeletal conditions and is an expert in medical issues that are specific to sports and exercise in athletes and active patients of all ages and skill levels. Through MedStar Sports Medicine, Dr. Kindschi is the medical director for Towson University Athletics. Dr. Kindschi is also the primary care sports medicine for the United States national women's U19 lacrosse team. She is also a member of the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine.


Awards
Dr. Kindschi was named a 2017 “Top Doc” by Baltimore Magazine for Orthopedic Sports Medicine.

Clinical areas of focus

  • Concussion Rehabilitation
  • Heel Tendon Repair
  • Joint Arthroscopy
  • Knee Arthroscopy With Meniscectomy
  • Knee Pain
  • Shoulder Dislocation
  • Superficial Knee Injury
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Conditions and procedures

Conditions I treat

  • Abdomen, Lower Back, Pelvis, And Genital Injury
  • Ankle And Foot Fracture
  • Ankle And Foot Injury
  • Ankle And Foot Ligament Sprain
  • Ankle Bursitis
  • Ankle Impingement
  • Ankle Instability
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injury
  • Arm Fracture
  • Arthritis
  • Bone Disorders
  • Bunions
  • Bursopathy
  • Cartilage Disorder
  • Cartilage Injury
  • Congenital Deformities Of Hip
  • Congenital Malformations Of Limb
  • Congenital Musculoskeletal Deformities
  • Elbow And Forearm Injury
  • Elbow Joint And Ligament Dislocation And Sprain
  • Elbow Strain
  • Enthesopathies
  • Femur Shaft Fracture
  • Flexor Tendon Rupture
  • Flexor Tendonitis
  • Foot Joint Pain
  • Forearm And Elbow Joint Instability
  • Forearm Fracture
  • Forearm Strain
  • Forearm Tendon Injury
  • Glenohumeral Joint Instability
  • Groin Pull
  • Groin Strain
  • Hammertoes
  • Hand And Wrist Fracture
  • Head Injury
  • Hip And Thigh Tendon Injury
  • Hip Bursitis
  • Hip Flexor Strain
  • Hip Flexor Tendonitis
  • Hip Fracture
  • Hip Joint Dislocation
  • Hip Labral Tear
  • Hip Pain
  • Hip Pointer
  • Inflammatory Myositis
  • Joint Derangement
  • Joint Derangement Of Knee
  • Joint Disorder
  • Joint Infection (SEPTIC ARTHRITIS)
  • Juvenile Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Dislocation
  • Knee Fracture
  • Knee Joint And Ligament Sprain
  • Knee Meniscus Injury
  • Knee Pain
  • Knee Stiffness
  • Knee Subluxation
  • Limb Deformity
  • Lower Leg And Ankle Fracture
  • Lower Leg Fracture
  • Lower Leg Injury
  • Lumbar Disc Disorders
  • Lumbar Spine Fracture
  • Meniscus Degeneration
  • Mononeuropathy Of Upper Limb
  • Muscle Disorders
  • Muscle Strain
  • Musculoskeletal System Deformities
  • Osteitis Pubis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteochondral Defect
  • Osteochondropathies
  • Osteonecrosis
  • Patella Dislocation
  • Patella Tracking Disorder
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Plica Syndrome
  • Rotator Cuff Tears
  • Sacroiliitis
  • Scoliosis
  • Shin Splint
  • Shoulder And Upper Arm Muscle, Fascia, And Tendon Injury
  • Shoulder Arthritis
  • Shoulder Burns
  • Shoulder Dislocation
  • Shoulder Fracture
  • Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
  • Shoulder Joint And Ligament Sprain
  • Shoulder Strain
  • Shoulder Tendonitis
  • Soft Tissue Inflammation
  • Spinal Disc Herniation
  • Spinal Osteochondrosis
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Strains
  • Stress Reaction
  • Superficial Knee Injury
  • Synovium And Tendon Disorder
  • Tendinitis
  • Tendinous Disorders
  • Thumb Synovitis
  • Wrist And Hand Joint And Ligament Dislocation And Sprain
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Procedures I perform

  • Ankle Physical Therapy
  • Balance And Coordination Training
  • Bone Repair
  • Concussion Rehabilitation
  • Elbow Injury Rehabilitation
  • Elbow Orthotics
  • Finger Contracture Release
  • Fitness And Exercise Programs
  • Flexibility Exercises
  • Float Therapy
  • Heel Tendon Repair
  • Joint Arthroscopy
  • Kinesiology Analysis
  • Knee Arthroscopy With Meniscectomy
  • Knee Realignment
  • Knee Replacement Rehabilitation
  • Pain Medication Management
  • Physical Therapy Modalities
  • Prosthetic And Orthotic Therapy
  • Range Of Motion Exercises
  • Rehabilitation
  • Short Arm Splint
  • Shoulder Orthotics
  • Sports Performance Training
  • Tendon Transplantation
  • Therapeutic Exercises
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Practice locations

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2 Loveton Cir
Sparks, MD, 21152

410-554-6868
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Fax 667-359-6844

2118 Greenspring Dr
Ste 110
Timonium, MD, 21093

443-444-4784
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Fax 410-560-3485

Insurance

This list represents the major payors accepted by MedStar Health.

NOTE: Payor contracts change and not all plans associated with a payor may be covered. Payors may offer multiple plans. If you have a question related to your insurance, please contact your insurance plan directly. Contact information is located on your health insurance ID card.

*Denotes limited participation. Specific providers and practices may NOT be participating. Please contact your insurance plan directly.

  • List of insurance plans we accept
    • Aetna
    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield of Maryland
    • Cigna Health Care
    • Kaiser Permanente*
    • MedStar Select (Administered by CareFirst)
    • United HealthCare
    • Aetna
    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield of Maryland
    • Healthspring
    • Humana
    • Medicare & Railroad Medicare
    • United HealthCare
    • Aetna Better Health of Maryland *
    • Medical Assistance/Medicaid
    • MedStar Family Choice MD
    • Priority Partners *
    • United HealthCare Community Health Plan MD
    • Wellpoint MD
    • AmeriHealth Caritas
    • Health Services For Children With Special Needs (HSCSN)
    • Medical Assistance/Medicaid
    • MedStar Family Choice DC
    • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs *
    • Johns Hopkins US Family Health Plan *
    • MultiPlan
    • Private Healthcare Systems
    • Tricare/Humana Military
    • VA Community Care Network (VACCN)

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Education

Board Certification: American Board of Family Medicine, Sports Medicine

Board Certification: American Board of Family Medicine, Family Medicine

Fellowship: Duke University Hospital (2010)

Residency: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health (2009)

Medical School: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health (2006)

Awards

  • Baltimore Magazine Top Doc, 2017

Hospital affiliations

Ratings and reviews

  • Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

    5
  • Extent to which the care provider listened to you

    5
  • Care provider’s discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

    5
  • Provider included you in decisions

    5
  • Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

    5
  • Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others

    5
  • Jun 26, 2026

    My doctor was very good today. She explained all the different effects of the shot. She went over it all before and after my shot was given, she gave me the details of my follow up and what to expect for the next couple days. It was perfect..

  • Jun 24, 2026

    Dr. Kindschi has an incredible bedside manner and explains everything very clearly, all while staying upbeat and genuine.

  • Jun 23, 2026

    Dr Kindschi is the Best