Maria Fain-Karpus, MD

Pediatrics
Written By Sofiia Puhach

Pediatrics · Woodland Hills, CA

A pediatrician with 40+ years of experience caring for children and teens (ages 0–21) across the San Fernando Valley.

  • Pediatrician
  • 40+ Years Experience
  • Ages 0–21
  • English & Russian
  • San Fernando Valley
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Meet Dr. Fain-Karpus

Dr. Maria Fain-Karpus is a pediatrician in Woodland Hills, California with more than 40 years of experience caring for patients from infancy through age 21. She earned her medical degree at Kazan State Medical University and completed her pediatric residency at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. She specializes in general pediatrics and adolescent medicine, with a background in allergy and immunology, and is known for compassionate, family-centered care. She speaks English and Russian.

Medical DegreeKazan State Medical University
ResidencyPediatrics, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Experience40+ years
Special FocusGeneral Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine
BackgroundAllergy & Immunology
LicensedCalifornia

Services

Pediatrics (ages 0–21)Care from infancy through adolescence.
Adolescent MedicineFocused care for teens and young adults.
Allergy & ImmunologyConsultations drawing on an allergy and immunology background.
Well-Child Visits & PhysicalsAnnual physicals and routine well-child visits.

Care Delivered Where You Are

At home & by video

Through Doctor2me, Dr. Fain-Karpus’s care can be arranged at home or by secure video across the San Fernando Valley.

Family-centered

Compassionate, personalized care for children and teens and their families.

Areas Served

Dr. Fain-Karpus sees patients across the San Fernando Valley, including:

  • Woodland Hills
  • Tarzana
  • Encino
  • Sherman Oaks
  • Reseda
  • Canoga Park
  • Van Nuys
  • Northridge

ZIP codes served: 91364, 91367, 91356, 91335, 91316, 91436, 91403, 91406, 91411, 91324

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Pediatric care for your child

Dr. Fain-Karpus cares for children and teens (ages 0–21) at home or by video across the San Fernando Valley.

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Sofiia Puhach

I am a medical student driven by the intersection of clinical practice, research, and medical communication. As a Medical Editor for Doctor2me, I specialize in refining complex medical information for a broader audience. My academic journey is defined by a commitment to scientific inquiry and a hands-on approach to healthcare, evidenced by my ongoing research work and my volunteer service at a military hospital. I am passionate about contributing to the future of medicine through both evidence-based research and compassionate service.

My clinical curiosity spans the full spectrum of surgical disciplines, though I am most dedicated to the field of neurosurgery.

In my editorial work, I prioritize clinical accuracy by synthesizing data from gold-standard medical sources, including PubMed, the NIH, and the CDC. I ensure every article is grounded in the latest evidence-based research, frequently referencing ClinicalTrials.gov and clinical insights from Harvard Medical School.

My writing aims to serve as a steady roadmap for readers, offering them the science without  'medical-speak'. I believe that when patients have access to credible, peer-reviewed information, they are better equipped to navigate their recovery and treatment.

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