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The Kaiser Permanente Northern California Division of Research transforms health through research and finds the best ways to deliver health care to our members and society.

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KPNC Research Spotlight

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Risk tool improves emergency department care for patients with heart failure

May 9, 2025

New study confirms accuracy of a risk tool developed by Kaiser Permanente to identify lower risk patients with heart failure who may not need hospitalization.
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5 Questions for . . . Meera Ragavan

May 2, 2025

Kaiser Permanente research scientist and oncologist was raised and inspired by a family of physicians with a commitment to service.
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Colorectal cancer screening program doubled screening rates and halved deaths

April 25, 2025

Kaiser Permanente study reports on impact of 13 years of annual outreach with at-home testing.
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Clinical Trials Program hosts inaugural Academy of Clinical Trialists symposium

April 16, 2025

Kaiser Permanente and The Permanente Medical Group are expanding opportunities for physician involvement in clinical trials.
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Risk tool improves emergency department care for patients with heart failure

May 9, 2025

New study confirms accuracy of a risk tool developed by Kaiser Permanente to identify lower risk patients with heart failure who may not need hospitalization.

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Publications and Studies

Tools for Clinicians and Collaborators

We provide support and direction to clinician researchers and external partners with all aspects of collaborating, planning, and conducting clinical research within Kaiser Permanente Northern California.

Tools for Clinicians and Collaborators

Our Scientists

Lo, Joan C.

Joan C. Lo, MD

Research interests center on endocrinologic conditions related to women’s health.

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Participate in a Study

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Visit the KP Study Search website to find out how participating in research studies benefits participants and society at large, and learn which studies are looking for participants.

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