Karen Hollins (also Teale) is a fictional character from the BBC soap opera Doctors, portrayed by Jan Pearson. Introduced as a receptionist at The Mill, Karen was created by series producer Peter Eryl Lloyd as a replacement for former receptionist Vivien March (Anita Carey). She first appeared during the episode broadcast 23 February 2009. Karen is the wife of Letherbridge police Sergeant Rob Hollins (Chris Walker), and the mother of Imogen Hollins (Charlie Clemmow) and Jack Hollins (Nicolas Woodman). Her storylines in the programme have included becoming a healthcare assistant, having an abortion, the breakdown and reconciliation of her marriage, becoming a foster parent and having amnesia after being involved a car accident.