Dr Koppman graduated from the ANU Medical School in 2012 and completed internship and residency during 2013-14 at The Canberra Hospital and Calvary Hospital in the ACT. In 2015 Dr Koppman moved to Dili, Timor-Leste, with his family and for two years worked as the Medical Officer at the US Embassy where he led a Health Unit responsible for the primary care for both American and Timorese staff. In 2017 he began a Masters of Public Health & Tropical Medicine through James Cook University, and continued clinical work through a voluntary role at the Dili National Hospital, and as the locum doctor for the Australian Embassy Clinic. Prior to becoming a doctor, Michael worked for around 11 years in the science-policy field for the Australian Government in various roles with a background in Entomology, and through 2007-2008 he worked in environmental health for the prevention of Dengue Fever in the Torres Strait. Outside of work, he enjoys time at the beach, surfing, swimming, fishing, and hiking. He supports the local community with first aid provision in junior sports.