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Michelle C Longa Karpin

Michelle C Longa Karpin, CNM

Midwifery

Accepting New Patients
Affiliated Provider
4.9 of 5 stars233 ratings, 43 reviews
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult 18-40
  • Adult 18-65
  • Adult 21-65
  • Older Adult >65

Languages

  • English

Gender

Female

About Michelle C Longa Karpin

About The Provider

As a certified nurse-midwife (CNM) and women’s health nurse practitioner (WHNP), Michelle provides care for females ages 14 and up. “I love being able to improve a woman’s physical comfort, treat a health issue or teach her something new about her body,” she says.

Michelle brings to her position more than 20 years in women’s health, as well as experience in education and social work. She was drawn to midwifery as a path to support women and families. She helps her patients with such issues as contraception counseling, strategies for managing menopausal symptoms, prenatal and postpartum care, and genitourinary health.

Originally from Omaha, Nebraska, Michelle now lives on the Central Coast with her husband, two daughters and their pets. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, cooking, gardening, thrifting and watching British television. She is fluent in English and Spanish.

Provider Type

Midwife

Locations

Expertise

Education

UCSF Medical Center

Allied Health Education

Insurance

Please contact the practice directly to confirm your health plan is accepted.
Search plans
  • Adventist Health Employee Health Plan / Incentive Health
  • Aetna
  • Blue Shield
  • CenCal Health
  • Cigna
  • Coastal Community Physicians Network (CCPN IPA )
  • Health Net
  • Medi-cal ORP1
  • Medicare
  • MultiPlan
  • Tricare
  • Triwest1
  • UHC

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

233 ratings, 43 reviews

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/2/2025

    Michelle was incredible

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/11/2025

    Dr. Longa-Karpin never makes me feel rushed. She explains things clearly and invites questions. I'm grateful for her care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/1/2025

    The NP explained my situation thoroughly and without making me feel rushed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/28/2025

    Michelle listens and has an excellent bedside manner and is very competent and gentle in her exam.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/17/2025

    My care provider was friendly and good-humored. She discovered an issue I didn't know I had and helped me to resolve it.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    I texted my friends right after the visit recommending this provider. She was so attentive and very thorough!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/1/2025

    Michelle is professional, kind and caring. Simply the best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/25/2025

    Very comfortable to talk to.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/20/2025

    Working with her made me feel a lot better about the experience. I was relieved that she was a lot more welcoming.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    She was great, very thorough, efficient, and listened to my concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/14/2025

    Excellent doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    She listened

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/26/2025

    I have been dealing with Michelle Karpin for several years now and have nothing but high praise for her and her care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/18/2025

    Michelle always listens understand and CARES! So glad that I have her watching over my medical needs.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/4/2025

    Puts you at ease but maintains professionalism.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/29/2025

    She was interested, knew my chart info, had helpful proactive recommendations, had a caring attitude. Excellent!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/20/2025

    She was so easy to talk to. She made me feel comfortable asking questions and she answered them fully. She also just chatted with me while we were waiting for my arm to get numb and made sure I was comfortable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/20/2025

    The NP was excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/10/2025

    Michelle is wonderful!

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/5/2025

    She was so sweet and nice but was unable to provide any assistance with a sinus infection I had due to allergies. and didn't offer to ask a dr. I had to message my dr on the portal and wait til next day for a callback

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/29/2025

    Michelle is always professional, warm and competent. I enjoy my visits with her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/13/2025

    I love Michelle; she is friendly , professional and proficient at her job and answers questions compassionately

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/13/2025

    Doctor Karpin was AMAZING and made the whole experience much less stressful. Very comforting and caring, very patient and open to questions, and still very efficient. She should get a 10 out of 5!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/6/2025

    Michelle was great! Very attentive and took the time to answer questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/11/2025

    Michelle is lovely - professional yet also makes you feel at ease.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/10/2025

    Michelle is compassionate and explains things in a way that is easy to understand

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/10/2025

    Excellent professionalism! My concerns were handled with respect and care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/3/2025

    My care provider is very knowledgeable of issues which are of concern to me. She patiently explained what I needed to resolve any issues and answered my questions on a variety of issues.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/30/2025

    Michelle is a sensitive, caring listener, as well as clear and personable In how she communicates. I would recommend her to my daughters If they lived here.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/27/2025

    Michelle Karpin is fantastic very knowledgeable and caring and professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/22/2025

    I am so impressed with the way that my provider not only listened to me but interacted with me like a friend.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/13/2025

    Michelle was outstanding. This was my first time meeting her. I was very comfortable and appreciative of her expertise.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/10/2025

    Michelle was very attentive and personable. She took her time and didn't rush through my appointment which I appreciate! She ordered me a mammogram and I received the referral appointment the very next day. It is very difficult to find great care in our county and the level of care Michelle provided was excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2025

    Have already referred a couple of family members who are now patients as well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2025

    She is probably the best medical professional I see. She gave me her full attention and had thoughtful answers to my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/8/2025

    Michelle made me feel comfortable asking questions that could be somewhat uncomfortable/embarrassing

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/12/2024

    Michelle Karpin is EXCELLENT. She listens extremely well and is very responsive to my needs, as well as being very pleasant.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/6/2024

    Michelle is great - super helpful, quick, and knowledgeable. I've always had great experiences with her. Would definitely recommend her!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/24/2024

    Michelle Karpin in amazing. Very thoughtful, thorough and professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/19/2024

    This is my second visit to this office for an annual exam. I would highly recommend this office and doctor to everyone.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/6/2024

    Michelle is truly the best. I feel so heard and cared about by her. She is one of the best doctors I have ever had the opportunity to work with.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/25/2024

    Michelle is AMAZING

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/21/2024

    I actually recommended both Michelle Karpin to a friend of mine