Karim received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Franklin Pierce University in Goodyear, Arizona after completing his Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Cellular and Developmental Biology with a minor in Business Administration from the University of Colorado in Boulder, Colorado. He is also certified in Cupping Therapy. Born in Kuwait, Karim is a first generation American, having moved to Southern California when he was a one year old. He enjoys basketball, soccer, football, video games, hiking, and Star Wars. Karim always wanted to be in the medical field (he is the first Doctor in his family). Physical therapy combines his love for science with his passion for knowing his patients and personalizing their treatments. He is a fan of the Lakers, the 49ers, AC Milan, and LA Galaxy.