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Karen Loper, MD, FAAP

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By the CPCMG Wiki editorial team · Published · Last updated

Short answer: Karen Loper is a pediatrician listed by Children’s Primary Care Medical Group at CPCMG Hillcrest, with the credentials MD, FAAP as shown in CPCMG’s directory[1].

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Who is Karen Loper?

Karen Loper is listed in CPCMG’s online provider directory as a pediatrician[1]. This page repeats the directory profile; it is not a recommendation, rating or statement about the quality of care.

What credentials does CPCMG list for Karen Loper?

CPCMG lists MD, FAAP after Karen Loper’s name[1]. What the abbreviations mean, according to the bodies that issue them:

  • MD is a medical degree; the American Board of Pediatrics notes that a medical degree alone does not mean a pediatrician is board certified[2]
  • FAAP stands for Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics; the AAP says physicians who maintain it have obtained initial board certification in pediatrics or a pediatric surgical specialty[3] (the American Board of Pediatrics adds that the AAP does not itself certify pediatricians[4])

These explain the abbreviations only; they do not confirm that this clinician holds them. See the credentials guide.

What education and certifications does CPCMG list?

CPCMG’s profile lists medical school: UC San Diego School of Medicine; residency: Harbor - UCLA Medical Center[1]. These are CPCMG’s statements and are not independently verified here.

The profile also lists a website: https://www.cpcmg.net/locations/hillcrest/.

Where does Karen Loper see patients?

CPCMG’s directory lists Karen Loper at CPCMG Hillcrest (550 Washington Street, Suite 300, San Diego, phone 619-297-5437)[1][5].

How can I verify this clinician’s license or certification?

Physicians’ and many other California health licenses can be looked up on the Department of Consumer Affairs license search[6]; certifications can be verified with the issuing board. This wiki has not looked up this clinician’s license or certifications.

Frequently asked questions

What credentials does CPCMG list for Karen Loper?

MD, FAAP, as shown on CPCMG’s provider directory.

Where does Karen Loper see patients?

CPCMG Hillcrest.

How do I become a patient?

Call the CPCMG Welcome Center at 858-502-1177, Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, as CPCMG instructs.

See also

References

  1. ^ a b c d e f Karen Loper, MD, FAAP (provider profile). Children's Primary Care Medical Group (cpcmg.net). Retrieved 31 October 2026.
  2. ^ FAQs. ABP Parent Outreach (American Board of Pediatrics). Retrieved 31 October 2026.
  3. ^ Membership FAQ (What is a Fellow (FAAP)?). American Academy of Pediatrics. Retrieved 31 October 2026.
  4. ^ Some pediatricians have the letters FAAP after their names. Does that mean they are board-certified?. American Board of Pediatrics. Retrieved 31 October 2026.
  5. ^ Find a Provider. Children's Primary Care Medical Group (cpcmg.net). Retrieved 28 October 2026.
  6. ^ DCA License Search. California Department of Consumer Affairs. Retrieved 28 October 2026.