Karega Y Paisley MD

Dr. Karega Y. Paisley, MD, MPH, is a physician specializing in Preventive Medicine with advanced expertise in Occupational and Environmental Medicine. He serves as Medical Director for Occupational Health Services within UC Davis Safety Services, supporting the health and safety of employees through comprehensive occupational health and preventive medicine services, including evaluation and care for work-related injuries. Dr. Paisley is board certified in Occupational Medicine through the American Board of Preventive Medicine and is a Fellow of the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (FACOEM). He earned his medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine and completed a transitional year internship at Hennepin Healthcare, followed by internal medicine residency training at the University of Miami/Jackson Health System. He then completed an Occupational Medicine residency at HealthPartners Institute/Regions Hospital. In addition to his clinical and leadership work in occupational health, Dr. Paisley is recognized within institutional safety programs for training and expertise supporting diving and undersea medicine needs. He has held medical licensure in multiple states, reflecting broad professional experience across diverse practice environments.