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Arash Nikoukari, MD

Family Medicine

Average rating: 5.0

| 268 ratings | 168 reviews

Star ratings are displayed only for those physicians who participate in UCLA Health’s patient experience survey program and have received a minimum of 30 survey responses.

Santa Monica 15th Street Family Medicine | 1304 15th Street, Suite 400, Santa Monica, CA 90404

310-395-9442

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About

Dr. Nikoukari's practice includes the full range of pediatrics, women's health, adult, geriatric and sports medicine.

Languages

English, Spanish, Persian (Farsi)

Education

Medical Board Certification

Family Medicine, American Board of Family Medicine, 1995

Residency

Family Practice, UCLA School of Medicine, 1996

Degree

MD, University of Connecticut School of Medicine, 1992

Locations

Santa Monica

Santa Monica 15th Street Family Medicine

Family Medicine

1304 15th Street

Suite 400

Santa Monica, California 90404

310-395-9442

Fax:310-434-9101

Location Details

UCLA Health Santa Monica 15th Street Family Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

757 Westwood Plaza

Los Angeles, California 90095

UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center

1250 16th St.

Santa Monica, California 90404

Areas of Focus

Primary care

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Meet Arash Nikoukari, MD

Insurance

Aetna
Anthem Blue Cross
Blue Shield of California
Centivo
Cigna
First Health
Health Net of California
Interplan (part of HealthSmart)
L.A. Care
Medicare Advantage
MultiPlan
UFCM Health System
Prime Health Services
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TRICARE
UnitedHealthcare

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Reviews

Overall Rating:

5.0

Star ratings are displayed only for those physicians who participate in UCLA Health’s patient experience survey program and have received a minimum of 30 survey responses.

268 total ratings | 168 reviews

5.0

September 23, 2024

dr nik is the best.

5.0

September 19, 2024

I was very please

5.0

September 19, 2024

Kind smart

5.0

September 16, 2024

Dr Nik is always very informative and a great listener.

5.0

September 16, 2024

My doctor was attentive with excellent bedside manner. He did not seem rushed and took care of all of mine concerns

5.0

August 23, 2024

He is so good, always respectful, knowledgable and kind.

5.0

August 22, 2024

Always pleasure to see Dr Nik

5.0

August 22, 2024

My doctor always listens carefully and never rushes me. I know that he is looking out for my best interests. He is thorough in his explanations regarding my questions and conditions. I know he truly cares about my needs.

5.0

August 21, 2024

He is the best doctor I have ever had.

5.0

August 19, 2024

My Dr. explained things in a very simple way.

5.0

August 19, 2024

Dr Nikoukari is very attentive to my needs and provides excellent care

5.0

August 19, 2024

Excellent

5.0

August 19, 2024

Wonderful listener and very caring The best kind of doctor

5.0

August 19, 2024

Everything was excellent

5.0

August 13, 2024

He is the best doctor I have ever had.

5.0

August 12, 2024

I love love Dr Nikoukari. I trust him as my advisor and medical guide. He is amazing. So knowledgeable and up on research and trends and fitness. Thank you Dr Nik!

5.0

August 9, 2024

Excellent

5.0

August 8, 2024

Dr Nikoukari is very kind, helpful and knowledgeable, he is one of the best Dr that I had experienced, I am very impressed with his work.

5.0

August 8, 2024

All went very well and smoothly.

5.0

August 8, 2024

Dr. Nikoukari is a compassionate, caring doctor who takes time to listen and address my needs. He went above and beyond today assisting me with obtaining an appointment for a work related injury. I hope he never retires!

5.0

August 7, 2024

Very caring. Very thorough. Explains everything.

5.0

August 7, 2024

Dr Nikoukari is a wonderful doctor who really cares about his patients. I call him doctor with a heart and soul!!

5.0

August 6, 2024

Excellent

5.0

August 5, 2024

Compassionate, caring, professional and thorough

5.0

August 5, 2024

Dr Nik is very thorough andcompassionate

5.0

August 3, 2024

Dr Nick is caring; asks very relevant and informed questions; has an incredible memory considering how many patients he sees. And more importantly is extremely trustworthy. Wish there were more doctors like him.

5.0

August 2, 2024

Dr Nick listens carefully and is very compassionate and caring.

5.0

August 1, 2024

He is respectful, caring and always ready to listen and discuss. He has a lot of understanding and patience to answer all the questions.

5.0

August 1, 2024

Always perfect Dr. Nick is the best!

5.0

July 23, 2024

Reviewed medication efficacy

5.0

June 29, 2024

I absolutely LOVE Dr. Nik, his knowledge, his personal care, and his warmth. He’s the best Doctor I’ve ever had.

5.0

June 26, 2024

Dr Nikoukari is a pleasure to visit. Always courteous and knowledgable knowledgeable

5.0

June 25, 2024

Dr. Nikoukari is always so attentive and thorough. I appreciate his guidance and advice. He has such a wide array of knowledge and experience, my family members and I feel very lucky to be patients of his.

5.0

June 25, 2024

He is so caring and knowledgeable and gives you so much time and care. Love him.

5.0

June 24, 2024

Dr Nikoukari was knowledgeable and patient. He answered all my questions fully, and was extremely helpful.

5.0

June 21, 2024

Very kind. Explains everything very thoroughly.

5.0

June 20, 2024

Dr. Nik is the best doctor!

5.0

June 19, 2024

Dr Nikoukari listened to my needs and recommended the best recourse for me

5.0

June 18, 2024

All the staff I interacted with are so amazing and friendly and professional. Dr. Nik is simply the best. And he was on time today, but as usual doesn’t rush me with my cares and questions.

5.0

June 18, 2024

They were great. They got me in on short notice and ordered necessary tests right away. Thank you!

5.0

June 18, 2024

Friendly and personable. Asked many questions and took time to hear me. I am very happy each time I come to visit.

5.0

June 18, 2024

Hears what you need to process.

5.0

June 12, 2024

Dr. Nikoukari is one of the most Profesional MD I ever met. I'm working with him as a paceint about 14 years and always was happy about that.

5.0

June 12, 2024

No wait Excellent care

5.0

June 10, 2024

He addressed my different health issues. I am feeling better tonight with the medication he gave me.

5.0

June 10, 2024

I have full faith in my doctor and his knowledge and ability to explain things to me and help me make good decisions. I feel extremely fortunate to have him as my doctor.

5.0

June 10, 2024

friendly and professional

5.0

June 7, 2024

Great

5.0

June 7, 2024

Smooth, fast and effective visit. Dr Nick us the best.

5.0

June 6, 2024

He listened to me and answered my questions and gave me medicine.

5.0

June 6, 2024

Everybody was nice and caring including Doctor Nikoukari. I was totally satisfied with my visit there

5.0

June 5, 2024

Dr. Nik is very caring and knowledgeable

5.0

June 4, 2024

Dr Nik is the best doctor ever. I wouldn’t want anyone else to be my doctor! I feel very fortunate ti be y der his care.

5.0

June 4, 2024

Very helpful

5.0

June 4, 2024

Good

5.0

June 3, 2024

Listened to my comments and provided good advice about preventative care.

5.0

June 1, 2024

Dr Nikoukari is always entirely responsive and on top of the latest developments in medicine. He’s the best physician I’ve ever known (and I’m seventy).

5.0

May 28, 2024

Very helpful

5.0

May 24, 2024

Dr. Nik is always caring, interested in his patients, and available.

5.0

May 23, 2024

Answered all questions of concern, pleasant and understanding as usual. One of a kind PCP--8⁹⁸

5.0

May 22, 2024

Top notch care

5.0

May 22, 2024

Dr Nikoukari is extremely helpful, professional and knowledgeable. Please give him a raise.

5.0

May 22, 2024

Took the time to really Address and explain The things we need to be watching for.

5.0

May 17, 2024

Dr. Nikoukari is a gifted doctor. He has sound advice, and respectfully listens.

5.0

May 16, 2024

Very knowledgeable and pleasant to work with and gave helpful information.

5.0

May 14, 2024

Was awesome

5.0

May 14, 2024

Excellent

5.0

May 13, 2024

Always a wonder experience with Dr. Nik!

5.0

May 10, 2024

I Love my Doctor and staff. They always friendly and efficient. My Dr explains everything I ask him with kindness and calmness.

5.0

May 9, 2024

Dr Nikoukari is so wonderful. He listens and is so helpful thorough and kind. I appreciate all the focus and dedication he gives his patients.

5.0

May 9, 2024

Always great and to the point

5.0

May 3, 2024

He is just magnificent, always listen and truly care for his pts.

5.0

May 2, 2024

I am thankful that he was able to switch to video visit

5.0

April 24, 2024

Very pleasant and very informative.

5.0

April 17, 2024

Dr Nikoukari is the best doctor I’ve ever had. I am grateful to him for his expertise, knowledge and compassion. I am grateful to you for hiring him. Please give him a raise.

4.0

April 16, 2024

Dr Nik is the best.

5.0

April 15, 2024

every thing was great!

5.0

April 12, 2024

Great

5.0

April 12, 2024

He couldn’t be better. He is everything one would want in a doctor.

5.0

April 9, 2024

My physician was on time and was able to answer all of my questions during our visit to my satisfaction

5.0

April 4, 2024

He is very caring & answers all question while not rushing me. I appreciate the time given & his bedside manner.

5.0

April 4, 2024

Dr. Nik is the best. I can’t say enough good things about him. i feel very lucky that he is my doctor.

5.0

April 4, 2024

Dr. Nikoukari is always through and good at explaining conditions and how to prevent further problems. Always friendly too.

5.0

April 3, 2024

Yay Dr Nick is the best, a real healer and problem solver that always take time to listen. He is the best!

5.0

April 2, 2024

Dr Nick takes his time with patients and always makes you felt heard. He is excellent and the only reason for staying with UCLA. My entire family sees him

5.0

April 2, 2024

He explained details and he answered my questions.

5.0

April 2, 2024

I am grateful you have Dr Nikoukari in your employ because he is a true professional with experience, expertise and compassion. I recommend Dr Nikoukari are UCLA to everyone because of the care I get when seeing Dr Nikoukari and his staff. Please give them a raise.

5.0

March 26, 2024

Exceptional care, very professional

5.0

March 22, 2024

Dr Nikoukari is an excellent doctor, knowledgeable, wise and compassionate. Please give him a raise.

5.0

March 22, 2024

Dr. Nik was obviously prepared for our call. He patiently answered all my questions. He also made several helpful suggestions about how to improve my health, especially in the one area where my numbers need to improve a bit. He’s been my doctor for almost 30 years for a reason. He treats me like a human, not like a visitor to be processed.

5.0

March 22, 2024

I am very fortunate to have Dr. Nicoukari as my doctor.

5.0

March 21, 2024

Dr Nikoukari is very patient, caring and thorough, a great listener and primary care physician.

5.0

March 20, 2024

Excellent

5.0

March 20, 2024

Lovely!

5.0

March 12, 2024

Very caring, helpful and knowledgeable

5.0

March 11, 2024

Everything went excellent today. Dr. Nicoukari. Diagnosed my problem set me up with a x-ray and an MRI. He is a superb doctor knows his stuff.

5.0

March 11, 2024

Responsive and professional, the best doctor I don’t know what I would do without

5.0

March 11, 2024

Dr Nik is the best, he understands me and is respectful of my choices and concerns

5.0

March 5, 2024

I love my doctor. He takes time to explain why certain tests were done and he listened to my concerns. I have complete confidence in him.

5.0

March 5, 2024

He is excellent. So smart and listens well

5.0

March 4, 2024

Dr. Nikoukari is always concerned, humane, thoughtful, and detail oriented. And today, happily, not swamped (at least by late afternoon).

5.0

March 2, 2024

He checked everything and explained my questions.

5.0

February 29, 2024

Caring, I felt listened to, very thorough

5.0

February 28, 2024

Dr Nikoukari is a true professional with vast knowledge and expertise. I particularly appreciate his compassion. Please give him a raise.

5.0

February 26, 2024

Dr. Nik was wonderful. Very patient and caring. Answered all my questions and concerns. Very satisfied with the care I received.

5.0

February 26, 2024

Great. Professional. Caring.

5.0

February 23, 2024

Dr. Nikoukari is the best doctor I have ever had. He listens and really cares about my health and well being.

5.0

February 23, 2024

Great

5.0

February 23, 2024

Dr Nick was very helpful and just a great person.

5.0

February 23, 2024

Great

5.0

February 22, 2024

Like always my doctor was amazing

5.0

February 22, 2024

The doctor was very professional and kind. He listened and was very engaged.

5.0

February 22, 2024

Awesome very knowledgeable and super friendly.

5.0

February 22, 2024

Great

5.0

February 21, 2024

Exceptional service!!!

5.0

February 20, 2024

Known him thirty years - he cares

5.0

February 18, 2024

Dr. Nikoukari took the time to listen and guided me.

5.0

February 16, 2024

Dr. Nik is very caring & a great listener. He always takes the time to understand the issues at hand & come up with a comprehensive solution with appropriate follow-up.

5.0

February 15, 2024

Doctor Nikoukari is the greatest. And everyone in his office is also wonderful except for a female doctor I had contact with several years back whom I didn’t care for and won’t ever again.

5.0

February 14, 2024

It’s so convient. Doctor and All the stuff are very polite.

5.0

February 14, 2024

He checked and explained everything in detail.

5.0

February 14, 2024

Dr Nikoukari is a brilliant doctor who provides excellent care, listens to his patients and truly helps people. I sincerely appreciate his compassionate care. Thank for hiring Dr Nikoukari. Please give him a raise.

5.0

February 13, 2024

Excellent - compassionate, helpful, & knowledgeable, as always.

5.0

February 12, 2024

Prompt Heightened awareness of micro and macro issues Friendly and courteous Deeply knowledgeable Great listener Hopefully not overbooked by UCLA

5.0

February 9, 2024

He checked everything and ordered needed medicine. He cares and shows respect.

5.0

February 9, 2024

The best doctor at UCLA

5.0

February 8, 2024

I waited 50 minutes in the exam room ! But I love Dr. Nik! He is incredible!

5.0

February 8, 2024

Dr. Nikoukari has alway been caring and knowledgeable with my care b

5.0

February 8, 2024

Outstanding service - Dr Arash is great!

5.0

February 6, 2024

Doctor Nicoukari is the finest doctor at UCLA.

5.0

February 5, 2024

Dr. Nickoukari, was very attentive, and very respectful. He listened well and cared to discuss the health issues and find ways to take care of those issues.

5.0

February 5, 2024

Smart kind

5.0

January 30, 2024

Very good

5.0

January 30, 2024

As always, Dr Nikoukari takes the time to listen carefully and fully explain

5.0

January 29, 2024

Hi is kind, listens, truly cares. Good doctor and good human.

5.0

January 23, 2024

kind and caring as always

5.0

January 22, 2024

Dr Nikoukari is an excellent doctor. He is highly knowledgeable, brilliant and compassionate. Please give him a raise.

5.0

January 22, 2024

I have high blood pressure and last night I had an episode that took it up to 200. I was going to go to the emergency room by dropped in on Dr. Nik just to see if he could see me, and of course he could. I could not be more grateful

5.0

January 19, 2024

He was very attentive and did not rush the visit.

5.0

January 19, 2024

Dr Nikoukari is the best.

5.0

January 17, 2024

He spend time with his patients, listen to them and care about them. Thanks

5.0

January 17, 2024

Dr Nickoukari is consistently a wonderful doctor and he listens and responds with such a caring manner.

5.0

January 12, 2024

Cares about the whole person, takes necessary time, explains care recommendations

5.0

January 12, 2024

He is fantastic. He listens and he helps with every matter and he always knows the latest science. He is the very best.

5.0

January 12, 2024

Dr. Nikoukari is exceptional! That is all.

5.0

January 11, 2024

Dr Nikoukari is very attentive and responding. I would not go anywhere else.

5.0

January 11, 2024

Great doctor. Very proactive. Always a pleasure to see Dr. Nikoukari.

3.0

January 11, 2024

Need to pay more attention

5.0

January 11, 2024

Was very cordial and explained things thoroughly

5.0

January 9, 2024

Always a good experience with Dr. Nik. Questions were answered, did not feel rushed. Have been patient of Dr. Nik for many, many years and have built trusted relationship so I feel very comfortable, heard, and listened to.

5.0

January 8, 2024

Everything was great!

5.0

January 8, 2024

Always knowledgeable friendly super great!

5.0

January 6, 2024

Extremely great doctor

5.0

January 4, 2024

He’s very understanding and very thoughtful and helpful

5.0

January 3, 2024

He is super great, always listen and truly care for his patients.

4.0

December 22, 2023

He was friendly and informative. But seemed like he was in a hurry.

5.0

December 20, 2023

Dr. Nik is thorough and empathetic. He’s a great guy who knows how to put his patients at ease. And the staff is very supportive and welcoming.

5.0

December 18, 2023

Dr. Nikoukari is a great listener, and has helped me navigate through a variety of health issues over the years. I can’t thank him enough!

5.0

December 18, 2023

He is always kind, caring and happy to answer any of my questions! Awesome doctor!

5.0

December 18, 2023

My doctor is always ready to listen and guide with caring and respect

5.0

December 13, 2023

Just a great doctor, thorough, compassionate and treats me respectfully

5.0

December 11, 2023

Dr. Nikoukari is the most caring and knowledgeable doctor, who provided holistic medical advice and care to myself and my family. I always walks out his Office feeling fully supported, understood and well -taken care of.

5.0

December 9, 2023

The BEST. So caring, flexible, and supportive. Totally knows what he’s doing!

5.0

December 8, 2023

Best doctor, takes time very understanding and knowledgeable.

5.0

December 6, 2023

Dr Nik is kind, caring, listens to me and makes suggestions. He is the absolute best

5.0

December 6, 2023

Quick efficient and Personable and thorough

5.0

December 6, 2023

Very positive

5.0

December 5, 2023

We had a nice chat, but I had to wait in the exam room for over an hour!

Arash Nikoukari, MD

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