Dr. Alan James Karpman, MD

Welcome to my Web page. I am happy to have this chance to introduce myself to you and tell you about my practice. I feel very fortunate to work at Kaiser Permanente because of my wonderful colleagues and patients, and look forward to working with you to care for your health.
BiographyI am a native of China. I originally came to United States to go to graduate school at Harvard University. After obtaining my graduate degree, I decided to pursue a medical degree as I feel medicine provides a special opportunity to help and connect to people in a meaningful way. About my practiceMy practice in nuclear medicine includes diagnosis and treatment including many body systems. I am also actively involved in medical research. I believe combining medical research and clinical practice gives me the best opportunities to bring cutting edge research to bedside patient care. This gives me great satisfaction. How I thriveMy family life is my major priority. Keeping balance in my life is very …important to me. I am a runner and swimmer. I also make it a priority to set aside time to just relax or read a good novel.