Dr. Carolyn CooperMD, Dip Sports Med, MB BCh, BSc
Internal Medicine
at Golden Gate Concierge Medicine — San Francisco, CA
About
Dr. Carolyn Cooper is a board-certified internal medicine physician with dual training in the UK and the US. She earned her medical degree from the Welsh National College of Medicine. She also holds a Diploma in Sports Medicine from the University of London. Before moving to the Bay Area, she worked in the UK's National Health Service.
, Dr. Cooper completed a fellowship at Stanford University and an internal medicine residency at California Pacific Medical Center. She ran her own private practice for over 20 years before joining the team. Her clinical focuses include sports medicine, lipidology, and cardiovascular disease prevention. She is a passionate supporter of the arts and enjoys cooking.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
BSc, St. Andrew's University, St. Andrews, Scotland, UK (1983)
Medical School
MB BCh, Welsh National College of Medicine, Cardiff, Wales, UK (1986)
Residency
Internship and Residency in Internal Medicine, California Pacific Medical Center, San Francisco, CA (1996–1999)
Fellowship
Fellowship in Endocrinology, Gerontology and Metabolism, Stanford University (1994–1996)
Additional Training
Diploma in Sports Medicine, University of London Medical College, London, UK (1992–1993)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Cooper right for?
Dr. Cooper is a strong fit for adults seeking a deeply experienced internist with a broad clinical background. Patients managing cardiovascular risk, lipid disorders, or metabolic concerns benefit from her focused expertise. Athletes and active patients find her sports medicine training particularly relevant to their care. Those who value a physician with international training and decades of independent practice experience will feel well-matched with her approach.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Cooper specializes in internal medicine, sports medicine, lipidology, and cardiovascular disease prevention. She also focuses on preventive medicine and metabolic health. Her dual training in the UK and US gives her a broad clinical foundation across these areas.
Yes, Dr. Cooper holds board certification in Internal Medicine, which she earned in 1999. She is also a member of the National Lipid Association and the National Board of Physicians and Surgeons, both since 2017.
Dr. Cooper earned her BSc from St. Andrew's University in Scotland and her MB BCh from the Welsh National College of Medicine in Cardiff. She completed a fellowship in Endocrinology, Gerontology and Metabolism at Stanford University. Her internal medicine residency took place at California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco.
Yes, Dr. Cooper ran her own private practice for more than 20 years before joining the team. She also practiced within the UK's National Health Service earlier in her career.
Yes, Dr. Cooper's training in sports medicine makes her well-suited for athletes and physically active patients. She earned her Diploma in Sports Medicine from the University of London Medical College and incorporates that background into her primary care practice.
Dr. Cooper focuses on cardiovascular disease prevention, lipid disorders, and metabolic health. She holds membership in the National Lipid Association and brings specialized expertise in lipidology to her patient care.
Yes, Dr. Cooper has held a California medical license since 1996. She is also registered with the General Medical Council in the UK.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026