Karen Hsu Blatman, MD

I became a physician assistant in cardiology to make a positive impact on the lives of others. I want to be comprehensive and thorough while also being compassionate and kind. I'm a good listener and give my patients detailed explanations. A rewarding aspect of my career is seeing the positive impact I can make on my patients’ lives. That motivates me to continue learning and providing quality care.

As an allergy and clinical immunology physician, my goal is to provide tailored care and treatment for each patient I meet. Having allergies can sometimes be scary — but figuring out what you’re allergic to doesn’t have to be. Our dedicated team works to provide each patient and family with care designed to fit their individual needs. I believe that being part of a team is key when working to diagnose and treat allergies. I invite patients to be partners in their own care by combining shared decision making with state of the art approaches to promote health and wellness. Looking to the future and bringing new discoveries to patients is what I find rewarding about my work. There are many safe and effective treatments for allergies and new ones on the horizon. Together we can figure out what works best for you and your family.

I help my patients improve their quality of life. Whether by eliminating seizures or at the very least, making my patients feel comfortable with a condition theyve had for years, I do my best to ensure they achieve their health goals in matters big and small. An important part of my process is building rapport. I encourage patients to ask questions about anything I say or do during the visit. I listen to their stories with compassion before asking my own questions. Often, when family members are involved, I ask them for feedback and input into a patients well-being. Were a team. I explain my thought process for diagnostic and treatment approaches. Those steps allow me to break down difficult-to-grasp medical information. That way, I can collaborate with my patients and their loved ones to tailor a neurological treatment plan that fits their unique needs and puts what they want at its center. Those efforts support my goal of providing optimal care. Im motivated to do my best and stay up-to-date on the latest developments in neurology. Because hearing back from happy patients after making a medication change or performing a procedure is incredibly rewarding.