Dr. Alan GianottiMD, MS, ABEM

Primary Care

at Crescendo MD — Portola Valley, CA

About

Dr. Alan Gianotti provides adult primary care at Crescendo MD. He graduated from the University of Notre Dame and earned his medical degree from the University of Oregon. He then completed his residency at Stanford University. Dr. Gianotti holds board certification from the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

His background includes experience as a Fulbright Scholar in infectious disease. He also provided disaster relief and expedition medicine in the Himalayas. As a former Division I athlete and Ironman triathlete, he has a deep interest in fitness and longevity. His approach centers on understanding his patients' lifestyles and goals to optimize their health.

Education & Training

Undergraduate

University of Notre Dame, Microbiology

Medical School

University of Oregon

Residency

Stanford University

Additional Training

Fulbright Scholar in infectious disease; disaster relief and expedition medicine in the Himalayas

Certifications

American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM)

Who is Dr. Gianotti right for?

Dr. Gianotti is an excellent physician for active adults and athletes. His background as a triathlete and mountaineer informs his approach to fitness, recovery, and injury prevention. Patients seeking a doctor who truly understands the demands of a high-performance lifestyle will find him a good fit. He also excels with patients focused on healthy aging and longevity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Alan Gianotti provides adult primary care with a focus on preventive medicine and sports medicine. His approach is built on getting to know his patients' lifestyles and goals to optimize their long-term health.

Dr. Gianotti earned his medical degree from the University of Oregon and completed his residency at Stanford University. He is board certified in Emergency Medicine and was a Fulbright Scholar in infectious disease.

As a former Division I collegiate soccer player, Ironman triathlete, and mountaineer, Dr. Gianotti has firsthand knowledge of athletic demands. This experience informs his approach to fitness, recovery, injury prevention, and healthy aging.

Yes, Dr. Gianotti has experience in disaster relief and expedition medicine. He provided medical care on expeditions throughout the Himalayas.

Dr. Gianotti serves on the advisory boards for the Painted Turtle Camp and Andean Health & Development. The Painted Turtle Camp provides experiences for children with serious illnesses.

Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026