UCLA Health Family Health Center, Santa Monica
Preventive Medicine • Santa Monica, CA
Clinic Type
Preventive Medicine
Address
UCLA Family Health Center, Santa Monica
Phone
310-319-4700
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Opening Hours
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
FAQs
What services are offered at UCLA Family Health Center Santa Monica?
Pediatric care, immunizations, diabetes eye exam, preventive medicine, women’s health, and general family medicine for all ages.
What services are available at UCLA Family Health Center in Santa Monica?
Pediatric care, Immunizations, Diabetes eye exam, and a wide range of primary and preventive care services for people of all ages.
Are walk-in appointments available?
If you have a minor injury, illness or other urgent health concern, walk-in appointments are available nearby at Santa Monica Wilshire Immediate Care.
How can I book an appointment?
Schedule an appointment at this location with a primary care doctor. Book Primary Care.
What care settings are offered for visits?
In-Person Visit and Online Video Visit.
What is the role of the clinic within UCLA Family Medicine?
It is the main practice site for the UCLA Department of Family Medicine, providing comprehensive primary and preventive care for individuals and families.
Is this location suitable for preventive medicine services?
Yes, the center provides preventive medicine and preventive services as part of comprehensive care.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye (UCLA Health Santa Monica Parkside Family Medicine): 3.0 out of 5 stars (16 reviews)
- Birdeye (UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center): 3.9 out of 5 stars (655 reviews)
Patients praise
- Clean and well-maintained facilities
- Friendly and professional staff in certain areas
- Some patients report compassionate care and effective follow-up
Common complaints
- Difficulty scheduling appointments with primary care providers
- Concerns regarding medical billing, insurance coverage, and perceived profit-driven motives
- Reports of unprofessional or aggressive staff behavior in certain departments
- Parking difficulties, including limited availability and high costs
- Perceived lack of clear communication regarding medications, side effects, and referrals
"This place used to be great. The doctors were caring and appeared invested in their patients’ wellbeing. I don’t know what has changed but the change has been drastic. ... Not sure when they turned into a money making enterprise, but it’s very disappointing."
— LocalityBiz Review"Dr. Richard Kennedy prescribed me an antibiotic (a fluoroquinolone) with a black box warning and didn’t warn me of the side effets... I couldn’t walk for years, I relied on a wheelchair."
— Birdeye Review"Great experience every time I visit the center. Clean facility, friendly staff, and first-rate doctors."
— Birdeye ReviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Vladimir G. Manuel, MD - Family Medicine - UCLA Health — Oct 31, 2025
- Monica L. Plesa, MD - Family Medicine - Family Health Center | UCLA Health — May 29, 2026
- Janina Jose, DO - Family Medicine - Ocean Park Family Medicine | UCLA Health — Apr 29, 2026
- Theresa Anne Poulos, MD - Family Medicine - 12th Street Family Medicine | UCLA Health — May 29, 2026
- Jessica E. Eby, MD - Internal Medicine - Santa Monica 16th Street Internal Medicine & Pediatrics | UCLA Health — Apr 27, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
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