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Daniel Mayer Pourshalimi, MD
- Internal Medicine
Average 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.
Westside Primary Care
|
1950 Sawtelle Boulevard,
Suite 130,
Los Angeles, CA
90025
About
Dr. Daniel Pourshalimi is a primary care physician who practices at MPTF|UCLA Health Westside. He is board certified in internal medicine, and uses a multidisciplinary approach to patient care. His purpose and drive comes from helping others and seeing his patients becoming healthier and happier. His clinical interests include the treatment of chronic conditions through science-based nutrition and inspiring healthy lifestyle choices. A Los Angeles native, Dr. Pourshalimi earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed his residency at LAC + USC Medical Center. Before returning to UCLA, he practiced medicine in New Orleans and at Columbia University Medical Center in New York.
Patient Stories
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Languages
Education
Medical Board Certification
Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2015
Residency
Internal Medicine, LAC + USC Medical Center, 2015
Degree
MD, UCLA School of Medicine, 2011
Locations
West Los Angeles
Westside Primary Care
Westside Primary Care
Hospital Affiliations
Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center
Areas of Focus
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
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- 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.
266 total ratings | 185 reviews
5.0
January 31, 2025
Dr. Pourshalimi is very caring and detailed!
5.0
January 31, 2025
Dr. Pourshalimi is an A+ Doctor. He is an outstanding person wino shows care , compassion & understanding of the patient’s situation. Could not recommend higher.
5.0
January 31, 2025
He was very peaceful and knowledgeable with helping me today
5.0
January 30, 2025
Very friendly and focused my specific case
5.0
January 29, 2025
Dr. Pourshalimi is, by far, the best doctor I've ever had. He's a very caring doctor who asks thorough questions and really listens to me. I feel seen and heard by him and feel that my health is as important to him as it is to me.
4.0
January 29, 2025
Dr. Pourshalimi was very nice.
5.0
January 28, 2025
Annual Physical Good visit
5.0
January 27, 2025
He has a great bedside manner genuinely cares. I’m thankful I found him.
5.0
January 23, 2025
He’s legitimately the best dr that I’ve ever had. Extremely professional with just the right amount of empathy and bed side manor. He’s stuck with me!
5.0
January 23, 2025
Appointment for my annual physical went smoothly was on time.
5.0
January 22, 2025
He was attentive, considerate, thorough, and took all of my concerns into account.
5.0
January 22, 2025
He was engaging and cared about my health an needs. We had the same rythem today Iam thankful for that at my first visit. Feeling lucky I was assigned to him. Note: staff great too
5.0
January 18, 2025
He is a caring and conscious doctor.
5.0
January 14, 2025
The doctor was exceptional and enjoyed my experience. Wouldn’t have been great if I was in a hurry though as my appointment started 30 minutes late.
5.0
January 13, 2025
Great first impression and care.
5.0
January 9, 2025
Excellent!
5.0
January 3, 2025
Great
5.0
January 3, 2025
Doc always listens, absorbs what I am sharing and provides me practical excellent guidance.
5.0
January 2, 2025
He was thorough and personable.
5.0
January 2, 2025
He was not my primary physician but he took time and care
5.0
December 31, 2024
He answered all my concerns with clarity and when appropriate a referral. He was patient and thorough. We scheduled a follow up as well.
5.0
December 26, 2024
Excellent!!!! Dr. Listen to all my concerns as I just went to the doctor a few weeks ago and into Luca Lake walking visit on a Saturday.. also I was very happy that I received the text and I would click on the link and be on my zoom call very easily.
5.0
December 26, 2024
Everything was great! The office staff, nurse and doctor.
4.0
December 19, 2024
He was very professional. He had to diagnose over the phone and that's a hard thing. He did fine
5.0
December 19, 2024
He is quick, thorough, professional and seems to care about my health.
5.0
December 17, 2024
Dr. Daniel M. Pourshalimi is no nonsense. He listens, understands, but talks you through options. He doesn't push medication unnecessarily. He's one of my faves.
5.0
December 16, 2024
When I see Dr. Pourshalimi I always feel like he listens closely and cares very much for my health. He is professional and thorough as well as kind.
5.0
December 13, 2024
He listened and included me in all discussion, and understood my concerns
5.0
December 13, 2024
Excellent , thoughtful and very thorough.
5.0
December 12, 2024
She explained everything so well and was super sweet
5.0
December 11, 2024
Exceeded my expectations
5.0
December 9, 2024
I had very little wait in the lobby. The clinician who collected my weight, blood pressure and blood work was very professional and easy to communicate with. And I had adequate time with Dr. Pourshalimi to discuss everything I needed for my annual physical. It was great visit!
5.0
December 4, 2024
Dr. P always checks on other annual appointments that should be done, keeping me on track with my schedule and health. He’s great.
5.0
December 4, 2024
Doctor is very through and explains everything. And he listens!
5.0
December 2, 2024
Thorough, excellent listener, efficient & engage.
5.0
December 2, 2024
Doctor visit is good and as expected.
5.0
November 27, 2024
Very efficient ! I’m grateful.
5.0
November 27, 2024
Consulted with doctor and I enjoyed the Talk
5.0
November 25, 2024
He showed genuine concern about my health, patient with communication, overall a relaxing visit that made me feel like I made the right decision
5.0
November 25, 2024
Caring and concerned. I can tell he wants to take my heath seriously
5.0
November 22, 2024
Good doctor. Very thorough and clear.
5.0
November 21, 2024
Attentive, mindful, and efficient.
5.0
November 21, 2024
Dr Pourshalimi was very thorough and is a great listener.
5.0
November 20, 2024
It was perfect
5.0
November 18, 2024
Pays attention and helpful
5.0
November 15, 2024
Great and fatst to get appoment
5.0
November 15, 2024
Went to see Dr P regarding sleep issues. We discussed and he is referring me to a hormone study which I’m excited about!
5.0
November 15, 2024
He doctor was attentive, empathetic and precise in explaining my situation
5.0
November 14, 2024
He was very sensitive & respectful with regard to the symptoms I'm experiencing & offered great advice & solutions to help me feel better.
5.0
November 13, 2024
Exceeded my expectation
4.0
November 7, 2024
Dr. P is great. The visit was very straightforward. No complaints.
5.0
November 6, 2024
He was incredibly thorough and walked me through everything that he was doing/tests ordered to make sure I understood what was happening.
5.0
November 1, 2024
Kind doctor, always available, very helpful practical advice.
5.0
October 30, 2024
I appreciated the advice, care expressed and respect in my conversation with Dr. Pourshalimi. I'm pleased that he will by my primary care physician now.
5.0
October 30, 2024
Quick and easy. Thankful for the great service!
5.0
October 28, 2024
He is VERY thorough; reviewed my scans adding commentary; listened and answered my questions on other issues; engaged in real conversation to a mutually beneficial conclusion. He thinks of other things so my health is a complete picture.
5.0
October 25, 2024
Great!
5.0
October 24, 2024
Doctor was responsive and careful.
5.0
October 24, 2024
So very caring and professional
5.0
October 22, 2024
Very thorough and thoughtful
5.0
October 21, 2024
Very nice !
5.0
October 21, 2024
Very thorough
5.0
October 21, 2024
A really nice doctor who listens to you and wants to help. You can tell that he knows what he does and is good in his profession.
5.0
October 19, 2024
Very quick and efficient.
5.0
October 18, 2024
Efficient caring through
5.0
October 17, 2024
I cannot say enough about the amazing care and expertise Dr Daniel Pourshalimi provides. I am very grateful to have him as my doctor.
5.0
October 17, 2024
Wonderful! He's the best!
5.0
October 16, 2024
Thoughtful, thorough and helpful. Love him
5.0
October 16, 2024
Great visit with my doctor today. I appreciate how thorough he is in going over my lab results, past history and future preventative directives.
5.0
October 14, 2024
Excellent care
5.0
October 12, 2024
Good job
5.0
October 11, 2024
He exceeded my expectations for
5.0
October 11, 2024
Dr. Pourshalimi was amazing. Spent the time and effort to help me and educate me on my visit. Highly suggest him as a primary physician.
5.0
October 11, 2024
Professional and personable. Listens well and understood my needs.
5.0
October 9, 2024
He was warm, friendly, very thorough and detail oriented. Seemed to genuinely care.
5.0
October 9, 2024
Understood the issue and its urgency right away.
5.0
October 5, 2024
Took his time for a thorough consultation
5.0
October 4, 2024
Dr Pourshalimi is great. He thorough, precise and truly cares.
5.0
October 3, 2024
Prompt, responsive, productive.
5.0
October 3, 2024
Listened and was informative and kind
5.0
October 3, 2024
It's always a good doctors visit with Dr. Pourslilimi ! He's the best!
5.0
September 30, 2024
Engaged, thoughtful and on time
5.0
September 27, 2024
It was a great experience. He was thorough and very informative.
5.0
September 26, 2024
Dr P was attentive and insightful, kind and instructive. We have a definite plan for my continuing improvements that is very reassuring.
5.0
September 26, 2024
He is knowledge on so many subjects. It makes me feel confident on what he recommends and doesn't recommend.
5.0
September 25, 2024
He is extremely knowledgeable and very thorough in his work
5.0
September 19, 2024
Doc was great as always. Super attentive and an absolute delight.
5.0
September 19, 2024
Good visit
5.0
September 18, 2024
Dr. Pourshalimi was attentive, insightful and patient.
5.0
September 18, 2024
Very thorough review of medical chart
5.0
September 16, 2024
Dr. Poushalami is always thorough and so easy to talk to, ensuring he knows the details.
5.0
September 16, 2024
Dr. Pourshalimi is an excellent physician. He is knowledgeable, professional and kind. I feel cared about and cared for. Thank you
5.0
September 14, 2024
Very excellent doctor. He listened very closely to me and addressed all of my concerns
5.0
September 12, 2024
Kind, attentive
5.0
September 11, 2024
Video visits are convenient. I was very busy today.
5.0
September 9, 2024
Dr Pourshalimi is thorough, kind, efficient, and listens to my questions.
5.0
September 9, 2024
This was a first time visit with Dr Pourshalimi (VIDEO). He was on time and quite attentive to my current health issues. He was quick to assist you with my X-ray request from a fall, and home health care needs for a recent foot surgery that’s left me immobilized for approx 6 weeks. Kudos to the doctor.
5.0
September 6, 2024
He is a great Doctor and very professional
5.0
September 4, 2024
I had my annual physical with Dr.Poursalini at the West side health center.Very thorough and courteous. We went over my chart together and his recommendations?he also gave me referrals concerning future care.
5.0
August 30, 2024
Great! The doctor listened and provided great care and advice.
5.0
August 29, 2024
He listens, is patient and knowledgeable. Gives me great encouragement and medical advice.
5.0
August 29, 2024
Dr Pourshalimi is like an “old school” doctor. He knows my history and what is going on with me. He is competent and kind, and he listens. I feel seen, not just a number.
5.0
August 28, 2024
He’s excellent
5.0
August 24, 2024
Our first time with this Dr. both my wife and I said the same thing when exiting the clinic. “ He was the best Dr. we have ever had”.
5.0
August 23, 2024
My Dr Porshilimi, Is Thoughtful, Thorough, Caring and Pleasant !
5.0
August 21, 2024
He’s friendly, and supportive, and just a very nice man.
5.0
August 19, 2024
He listens and addresses my concerns.
5.0
August 19, 2024
Dr. P is thoughtful and thorough
5.0
August 2, 2024
Positive first experience! Doctor was thoughtful, clear and open.
5.0
August 1, 2024
Friendly & efficient!
5.0
August 1, 2024
He listens with compassion.
5.0
July 31, 2024
Dr. Pourshalimi is terrific. He really cares.
5.0
July 30, 2024
Haven’t been to a dr in a few years last one retired. Dr went over everything very thoroughly and gave me encouragement I needed to get healthier. Office and staff very pleasant
5.0
July 29, 2024
Great guy. Basically a routine check in.
5.0
July 27, 2024
Dr Pourshalimi is THE Best Doctor I’ve ever had-same goes for my husband. He is thorough, respectful , asks the difficult questions and encourages me to be more mindful and learn about my own approach towards what I can do to improve my health and moving forward what I can do as I grow older.
5.0
July 26, 2024
He was thorough and kind.
5.0
July 25, 2024
It was a great experience.
5.0
July 24, 2024
Fast. Friendly. Informative. Caring.
5.0
July 24, 2024
great doc
5.0
July 24, 2024
Dr. Pourshalimi was as usual helpful, efficient, and knowledgeable. He ddressed my referral needs effectively.
5.0
July 23, 2024
Pleasant, professional and comprehensive. I felt that i understood everything I needed and felt respected
5.0
July 22, 2024
Blood pressure check up... a okay...
5.0
July 19, 2024
Dr. Pourshalimi is terrific
5.0
July 19, 2024
He was really nice also, he’s very patient
5.0
July 15, 2024
Excellent and on time for a squeezed-in video visit.
5.0
July 15, 2024
Listens carefully and takes his time during the appt.
5.0
July 9, 2024
Just a big fan of Dr Pourshalimi
5.0
July 5, 2024
He’s a really good doctor and explains everything
5.0
July 5, 2024
He listened and methodically went through things and took his time with me for my questions
5.0
July 3, 2024
I love Dr. Daniel. He’s always so very understanding and patient with my crazy rear end.
5.0
July 1, 2024
Dr Poursalimi was personable and attentive.
5.0
June 28, 2024
As always, Dr. Pourshalimi was thorough, knowledgeable, caring, and personable. I feel he is the best PCP I've ever had.
5.0
June 28, 2024
Affable, relaxed, easy to talk to, appeared thorough and non-judgmental
5.0
June 27, 2024
Very patient and informative without reservation for telling the truth about current research and health advisories. Very refreshing.
5.0
June 22, 2024
Very good Dr very caring and understanding
5.0
June 21, 2024
The doctor was very kind and focused on my issue, extremely helpful.
5.0
June 20, 2024
Very pleased
5.0
June 18, 2024
Answered all my questions in detail. I felt well taken care of.
5.0
June 17, 2024
I very much like Dr. Porshalimi, and the staff is super friendly and professional. The lady who flushed my ear out today is like an angel, she extracted something that was lodged in there for a long time, which I was unaware of… what is pleasure, after the dreadful experiences I’ve had in previous years with less fortunate insurance.
5.0
June 17, 2024
I have never done a video appointment. It was very helpful and much easier than trying to commute.
5.0
June 14, 2024
Excellent!
5.0
June 13, 2024
Listened and was very detailed and knowledgeable.
5.0
June 13, 2024
Dr. P is very efficient and quite candid about my health. No beating around the bush. I really appreciate him.
5.0
June 12, 2024
Addressed all my concerns patiently, saw me quickly.
5.0
June 11, 2024
Professional ,pleasant efficient Without waiting a long time
5.0
June 8, 2024
I had a great experience with my physician. I did not feel rushed and he took time to listen and answer all of my questions.
5.0
June 7, 2024
He is caring, brilliant, careful and always up to date on my health
5.0
June 5, 2024
Dr Pourshelami was courteous, concerned, dedicated, thorough, and very respectful. He was also a great listener. I will return to him and his office staff for all my preventative care.
5.0
June 4, 2024
Great dr. Listened to everything I had to say
5.0
June 3, 2024
Clear and empathetic presentation
5.0
May 31, 2024
It was super nice 80 professional doctor I like the way he works with a lot of patient
5.0
May 24, 2024
Caring and helpful
4.0
May 23, 2024
Doctor was professional and courteous but didn’t feel he was thorough in his examination for annual physical exam.
5.0
May 22, 2024
Dr.Pourshalimi is an excellent MD. He is knowledgeable, kind and I feel cared for.
5.0
May 20, 2024
He was extremely helpful and personable.
5.0
May 18, 2024
Pre-Op appointment. Very efficient. Explained everything.
5.0
May 15, 2024
Great visit, on time, knew my history, knew me a little, answered all my questions, didn't rush me at all, was proactive in suggesting the pneumonia vaccine, asked me questions, listened to my answers and was thoughtful. He's well informed and has good energy. He's excellent. I totally trust him.
5.0
May 15, 2024
Very caring and thorough
5.0
May 15, 2024
Great
5.0
May 15, 2024
Very welcoming, easy to talk to. Open and transparent communication about everything involved in the appointment and clearly explained what the expectations were for everything that came from it or is yet to come. Great experience overall.
5.0
May 10, 2024
Very caring and helpful.
5.0
May 2, 2024
He was very thorough and listen to my questions. He has a great bedside manner.
5.0
May 2, 2024
He’s intelligent, informed and listens.
5.0
April 24, 2024
Excellent visit with my primary Doctor.
5.0
April 24, 2024
The appointment was thorough and relaxed, and I felt very taken care of
5.0
April 23, 2024
Great first time meeting.
5.0
April 22, 2024
Dr. Pourshalimi is always kind, thorough, and willing to address any questions or concerns I may have. I’m thankful to have him as my PCP.
5.0
April 19, 2024
He was right on time, listened and explained things well, was easy to talk to and was not in a hurry.
5.0
April 19, 2024
He’s excellent. Understands the patient and is excellent at matching the solution to the patient.
5.0
April 18, 2024
Very thorough, Great sense of humor, and put me at ease
5.0
April 18, 2024
Listened, asked questions and I didn’t feel rushed on this 1st visit.
5.0
April 17, 2024
thoughtful listener seemed very concerned about wellbeing appreciated his approach
5.0
April 11, 2024
I was helped. He listened.
5.0
April 11, 2024
Dr. P is great! Smart, friendly, and knowledgeable. Easily the best primary doctor I’ve had in some time!
5.0
April 11, 2024
Clear and efficient
5.0
April 11, 2024
He is thorough, friendly and a good listener. I felt like he understood my issues and came up with a reasonable plan to treat me.
5.0
April 10, 2024
I was satisfied with the amount of time my doctor spent with me, answering questions and explaining things when necessary.
5.0
April 6, 2024
Very friendly, informative, took his time, didn’t seem rushed
5.0
April 5, 2024
Amazing experience! Very Happy to have such wonderful and attentive doctor.
5.0
April 5, 2024
He is kind, patience and really listens to you
5.0
March 25, 2024
Dr Pourshalimi is a very good Doctor as well as nice and listens well too. I am very happy with him
5.0
March 22, 2024
Always a good experience.
5.0
March 20, 2024
Excellennt pre-op appointment.
5.0
March 19, 2024
Excellent.
5.0
March 15, 2024
He was very friendly and efficient.