About Dr. Ernest Carl Von HartenDr. Carl Von Harten is a board-certified family medicine physician. He completed his undergraduate degree in biology from the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida, followed by his Master of Science degree in medical science from the University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Dr. Von Harten continued his medical education by completing a family medicine residency at Bayfront Health in St. Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Von Harten is an empathetic, attentive, and diligent physician who is thorough in his medical approach. He enjoys being an advocate for his patients and forming life-long relationships while helping them make meaningful progress toward good health and well-being. He has a strong interest in many aspects of medicine, including chronic disease management, office procedures, lifestyle and preventive healthcare, mental health, and sports medicine. Dr. Von Harten is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Medical Association, the American Osteopathic Association, the Florida Academy of Family Physicians, and the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine.show more