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Theresa Anne Poulos, MD

Family Medicine

Average rating: 4.8

| 179 ratings | 135 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.

12th Street Family Medicine | 1131 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 300, Santa Monica, CA 90401

310-395-5588

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Online Video Visit

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Locations

Medical Services

Insurance

Reviews

Languages

English

Education

Medical Board Certification

Family Medicine, American Board of Family Medicine, 2018

Residency

Family Medicine, UCLA School of Medicine, 2018

Degree

MD, UC San Francisco School of Medicine, 2015

Locations

Santa Monica

12th Street Family Medicine

Family Medicine| Travel Medicine

1131 Wilshire Boulevard

Suite 300

Santa Monica, California 90401

310-395-5588

Fax:310-395-6313

Location Details

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

757 Westwood Plaza

Los Angeles, California 90095

Medical Services

Gender Health

Areas of Focus

Primary care

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:

4.8

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.

179 total ratings | 135 reviews

5.0

September 30, 2024

I couldn’t ask for a more competent and caring doctor. I am so lucky to have Dr. Poulos as my primary.

5.0

September 26, 2024

It was amazing! Made a great connection with all the staff and it was very efficient!

5.0

September 25, 2024

Very good

5.0

September 23, 2024

She answered all my questions. I just adore her. She is kind, compassionate, understanding and listens

5.0

September 23, 2024

New Dr. after mine retired. Answered all my questions- said I was on top of my care. Looking forward to establishing my care with her.

5.0

September 23, 2024

Very thorough and nice bed side manner . Addressed all My questions in detail

5.0

September 17, 2024

Succinct, informative, and satisfying. I felt she listened and gave good advoce

5.0

September 16, 2024

Caring, thorough and efficient

5.0

September 13, 2024

Doctors was amazing and kind and very gentle putting in my IUD.

5.0

September 13, 2024

Dr. Poulos was FANTASTIC. Best experience I have had with a doctor. Gave me the attention I needed and didn’t rush through anything. So so pleased

5.0

September 13, 2024

she is so personal and caring and thourough I felt very at ease and happy after my appt

4.0

September 12, 2024

Awesome doctor. Always caring and on top of things.

5.0

September 12, 2024

Doc was spot on, totally prepared before hand and covered everything possible without any prompting from me! Impressive!

5.0

September 12, 2024

Most caring doctor I’ve ever had. Dr Poulos takes her time and really makes you feel heard and seen.

5.0

September 11, 2024

Excellent , listen to my problem and gave me a prescription. Very kind and respectful spending time to help me

5.0

September 11, 2024

So great! Personable and efficient. Made me feel super comfortable which not a lot of MDs in the past have. Casual and professional

5.0

September 4, 2024

A general “meet and greet” to establish a new primary care doctor. Very thorough discussion, all points and questions answered. Professional, personable, provided good advice, also gave plentiful time for the appointment and pointed out a sometimes overlooked finding from many years ago. Much appreciated. Looking forward to having Dr. POULOS as my new health care GP.

5.0

September 1, 2024

Dr. Poulos always listens carefully and thoughtfully, making me feel valued and heard. I appreciate that she explains things clearly and offers multiple treatment options! I have always left my appointment feeling very grateful I get to see a doctor who truly cares about patients and wants the best for them!

5.0

August 30, 2024

Easy comfortable thorough

5.0

August 30, 2024

Always takes her time and gives good feedback and advice.

5.0

August 28, 2024

Very good! My doctor was attentive and accommodating to my needs, answered all of my questions, and helped me in the process of getting referrals and getting me in touch with her team and UCLA health.

4.0

August 22, 2024

It was good as expected .

5.0

August 19, 2024

She always listens and takes time to be thorough even though they were understaffed today. She is kind and offers solution

5.0

August 19, 2024

Dr. Theresa was an exceptional visit. She listened, we caught up on life, and adjusted medication.

5.0

August 12, 2024

She was very informative and listened to what concerns I had.

5.0

August 11, 2024

She’s very friendly and genuinely listens. Inspires confidence.

5.0

August 9, 2024

She was knowledgeable professional and very nice

5.0

August 9, 2024

Dr Poulos is very easy to talk to and seems very thorough. I feel safe and well taken care of with her as my doctor.

5.0

August 7, 2024

I was in for my annual physical. Dr. Poulos always takes the time to listen the answers to the questions she is asking. I never feel rushed or feel like she is rushing from one patient to the next.

5.0

August 2, 2024

Answered questions and took my concerns seriously. Very nice

5.0

August 1, 2024

Very friendly and caring/inquisitive. Sorry I was a bit late.

5.0

August 1, 2024

Teresa is incredibly insightful, caring inquisitive about my health. Feels very authentic and is probably the best doctor I?ve had at Ucla

5.0

July 30, 2024

The doctor was active listening to my concerns and was very cleared

5.0

July 29, 2024

On time on point and lovely to interact with. We have an action plan moving forward.

5.0

April 22, 2024

Attentive, kind, treats me with respect

5.0

April 21, 2024

Outstanding physician

5.0

April 17, 2024

Dr. Poulos was knowledgeable and empathetic.

5.0

April 17, 2024

Love my doctor and her staff!

5.0

April 15, 2024

Excellent

5.0

April 12, 2024

The doctor was helpful and empathetic

5.0

April 12, 2024

Great doctor. Was seen quickly. She gave recommendations for next steps and informed me that she might be out soon due to a baby coming.

5.0

April 11, 2024

Dr. Poulos is extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and professional

5.0

April 10, 2024

Good

5.0

April 8, 2024

Office was incredibly efficient. Everyone was kind and professional. Best doctor office visit I’ve had.

5.0

April 5, 2024

She accepted a last minute appointment and was thorough in addressing my concerns and questions. Staff is so friendly and welcoming too.

5.0

April 4, 2024

Excellent experience overall. Theresa is so thorough and thoughtful as a physician.

5.0

April 4, 2024

She's really thoughtful and obviously listens to my concerns and is really great in outlining next steps for care when I come to her with specific questions.

5.0

April 2, 2024

Doctor is very efficient caring responsive and kind.

5.0

April 1, 2024

Professional, courteous

5.0

March 27, 2024

Dr Poulos is the best primary care physician I’ve ever had.

5.0

March 27, 2024

First visit with her. She was personable, warm and thorough.

5.0

March 21, 2024

Very helpful, great listener, very attentive. Thank you.

5.0

March 21, 2024

Excellent. Friendly and professional.

3.0

March 21, 2024

I went in to see the doctor regarding knee pain and she didn’t even bother to look at my knee or ask me to move it etc. I have been to my primary doctors in the past with the same issue and they observed the movement of my knee and physically touched and prodded it and asked how different movements felt.

5.0

March 20, 2024

Dr. Poulos is amazing

5.0

March 19, 2024

so kind and understanding, helped me understand my treatment and informed me on my treatment.

5.0

March 18, 2024

Dr Polous always remembers details of pasts visits and cares about my well-being.

5.0

March 18, 2024

Everything went well

5.0

March 12, 2024

She was kind and super informative

5.0

March 8, 2024

My call-up for my appointment was timely; the receptionist was very amiable and professional; Dr. Poulos was thorough and informative and help a great deal with my understanding of my situation and what I needed to do for my home care.

5.0

March 7, 2024

She was courteous, responsive, and didn’t make me feel rushed or diminish my concerns. She also verbalized her actions before making contact with me which I found comforting, even for procedures I was well familiar with.

5.0

March 7, 2024

Dr Poulos is professional yet so patient, warm and kind! And very thorough!! Exceptional Dr!

5.0

March 4, 2024

Dr poulos is very caring and made me feel comfortable. Her staff is also very caring.

5.0

March 1, 2024

I always feel good about seeing Dr. Poulos. She’s very thorough and thoughtful with my questions and concerns.

5.0

March 1, 2024

Dr. Poulos is knowledgeable, friendly, efficient and thorough.

5.0

March 1, 2024

I had an informative meeting this morning w/Dr. Poulos. She was positive, amiable, professional and great back on what I’m doing as in preventive medicine and also what I should be doing in the process, and continuing with this w/my in-person visit next.

4.0

February 29, 2024

Dr.Poulos was very friendly, patience and detailed to talk with me, she concerned about my medical care very well.

5.0

February 29, 2024

She is honest, kind, and knowledgeable. I appreciate having her as a doctor.

5.0

February 28, 2024

highly competent patient care, well-communicated

5.0

February 28, 2024

Dr. Poulos was on time, kind and helped understand my issues and offered suggestions that appear to be helping.

5.0

February 26, 2024

My first time seeing Dr. Poulos, and she exceeded all my expectations. She was thorough, very informative, mindful and considerate, and one of the best doctors (and doctors visits) I’ve ever had.

5.0

February 26, 2024

Quick, caring, responded to all needs

5.0

February 22, 2024

I felt like she was thorough, and answered all my questions. She was also very clear about next steps and what’s on my checklist to handle.

5.0

February 22, 2024

Dr Poulos is fantastic.

5.0

February 21, 2024

The office was very efficient, the doctor was great, the nurse was great!

5.0

February 21, 2024

It was great my doctor heard me and prioritized my needs

5.0

February 16, 2024

Incredibly kind, visit was quick but still thorough and she made me feel very comfortable. I am so glad I found Dr. Poulos!

5.0

February 15, 2024

Great experience!

4.0

February 15, 2024

Met doctor, learned that sleep study is tricky, got flu shot

5.0

February 12, 2024

Dr Poulos is very professional and attentive to any questions or concerns

5.0

February 8, 2024

Dr. Poulos is very attentive and caring. All staff are friendly and efficient!

5.0

February 5, 2024

Very helpful and caring doctor. :)

5.0

February 5, 2024

Dr Poulos was approachable and easy to talk to. She understood my situation and was able to develop a treatment plan.

5.0

February 2, 2024

Quick but thorough. She listened to all of my concerns and addressed them.

5.0

February 2, 2024

My doctor is amazing. I’m so happy finally I found a doctor who cares.

5.0

January 26, 2024

Great. Very Helpful

5.0

January 24, 2024

My doctor was amazing. She heard my concerns and created a treatment plan together.

5.0

January 23, 2024

Reception was very professional and friendly. Dr. Poulos is always so thorough and professional as well. Really like this doctor.

5.0

January 22, 2024

As always Dr Polous was fantastic and attentive. Answered all my questions with ease and made me feel welcomed.

5.0

January 19, 2024

My doctor was pleasant and understanding.

5.0

January 17, 2024

Easy and informative

5.0

January 11, 2024

Dr. Poulos is great. Thoughtful and knowledgeable.

5.0

January 11, 2024

Professional, courteous,

5.0

January 8, 2024

Very considerate, attentive and professional.

5.0

January 8, 2024

Dr. Poulos is absolutely amazing! So smart. So kind

5.0

January 8, 2024

Really attentive and friendly

5.0

January 6, 2024

She’s very detailed and spent time with me, made me comfortable and trust her.

5.0

January 3, 2024

She is efficient, personable, very knowledgeable

5.0

January 3, 2024

Dr. Populous is wonderful, so kind and understanding.

5.0

December 29, 2023

Dr Poulos LISTENED to all my concerns and gave me appropriate, helpful feedback.

5.0

December 29, 2023

Dr Poulos is thorough with her exam, a good listener and a good communicator

5.0

December 27, 2023

Very intelligent. Very patient and kind.

2.0

December 21, 2023

Frustrating.

5.0

December 15, 2023

Dr. Poulos is a great doctor. She truly listens to what I have to say and provides realistic solutions. I like how she lays out what options we have, and explains why we’d want to start with one, but then also includes a backup plan if what we try first doesn’t work.

5.0

December 15, 2023

Dr. Poulos is knowledgeable and kind. I always feel comfortable seeing her.

5.0

December 15, 2023

Amazing caring

5.0

December 14, 2023

Pleasant, thorough, fast. I like that!

5.0

December 14, 2023

Dr. Polous addressed all my concerns.

5.0

December 13, 2023

Dr Poulos is extremely professional, knowledgeable, caring, understanding and thorough. She is a good and patient listener. She is one of the best doctors I have ever dealt with.

5.0

December 13, 2023

Dr Poulos is on top of everything and takes time to explain her reasoning on my health protocal

5.0

December 11, 2023

Dr. Poulos answered all my questions thoroughly and helped ease any concerns. Absolutely wonderful.

5.0

December 8, 2023

This was the first time seeing her, she was very good overall. She was about 30 minutes late, which was not a problem for me.

5.0

December 7, 2023

Dr Poulos is very knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with.

5.0

December 6, 2023

Very thorough. Quick referral.Quick sane day studies.

5.0

December 6, 2023

5-Stars experience.

5.0

December 4, 2023

My doctor was upbeat efficient thorough and made me feel like. I definitely came to the right place for care.

5.0

December 4, 2023

Always good

5.0

December 1, 2023

Wonderful! Excellent!

5.0

November 29, 2023

Great experience! My doctor was capable of listening to my concerns but also covering all important aspects of the preventive visit. Also, keeping the visit dynamic and giving me reassurance while explaining all my questions.

5.0

November 29, 2023

Dr Paulo’s is great at explaining the what and why of my problem. She is so respectful, understanding, patient and knowledgeable and so pleasant very attractive chair-side manner. I was understood and able to ask questions that she responded to.

5.0

November 27, 2023

Dr Poulos always makes me feel validated and comfortable.

5.0

November 23, 2023

Dr Poulos is a fantastic physician who truly cares about her patients.

5.0

November 20, 2023

She was excellent, answered all my questions and followed up with each of my requests. She was clear and concise, providing all options. Overall, outstanding bedside manner.

5.0

November 17, 2023

I had a video chat and Dr. Poulos and she addressed my concerns effectively.

5.0

November 16, 2023

Dr on time.Listened .Did not rush and addressed my concern.

5.0

November 16, 2023

Very professional, friendly, thorough, didn't feel rushed, reviewed my history with me, and repeated everything on my To Do list. Great!

5.0

November 16, 2023

Dr Poulos listened to all my questions and made sure I knew the plan.

5.0

November 15, 2023

Dr. Poulos is thorough, friendly, and very knowledgeable. Great bedside manner!

5.0

November 14, 2023

She is terrific!

5.0

November 10, 2023

Informative, interested, helpful, friendly…

5.0

November 8, 2023

This was my introduction. So happy with Dr Poulos. She is so friendly, caring, professional and asked all the important questions. I did not feel rushed but all the important things were covered and being looked after.

5.0

November 8, 2023

Everyone is always nice and friendly In the Office. Dr. Poulos is always nice and helpful and easy to talk to.

5.0

November 8, 2023

Dr Poulos is always so helpful and kind!

5.0

November 6, 2023

Wonderful. Competent, brilliant, compassionate, friendly, etc. tec

5.0

November 6, 2023

She was so nice and knowledgeable. I am so glad I went here for care.

Theresa Anne Poulos, MD

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12th Street Family Medicine

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Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

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