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Family Physician
1831 Wilshire Boulevard
Ste B
Santa Monica, CA
Top reviews
Dr spent time speaking with me and my concerns. Was very knowledgeable.
Amazing doctor, very kind and knowledgeable.
Pouya Shafipour, MD, in Santa Monica, California, is a board-certified family medicine specialist with subspecialty training in a field of medicine known as bariatric or obesity medicine. He uses safe and effective medications in conjunction with dietary, nutritional, behavioral, and exercise counseling to manage obesity and medical conditions related to excessive weight gain or loss.
After finishing his residency, Dr. Shafipour pursued his passion in obesity treatment. Through extensive training by the American Society of Bariatric Physicians and the prestigious Harvard Blackburn Obesity Course, Dr. Shafipour has developed a program that focuses on healthy weight loss and a well-organized maintenance program. His program results in weight loss and maintenance of a healthy weight through a multi-level, personalized approach to dietary and lifestyle transformation.
Dr. Shafipour received his bachelor’s degree in molecular and cell biology from UC Berkeley, then continued his graduate studies and received a master’s degree in physiology and biophysics from Georgetown University. He later attended Loma Linda University School of Medicine, where he received his MD in 2003. He completed his internship in general surgery at UC Irvine and residency in family medicine at UCLA and became board certified in family medicine in 2008.
During a peak performance health and lifestyle coaching conference in 2004, Dr. Shafipour discovered an interest in lifestyle transformation. Following the conference, he personally took some radical measures and transformed his way of eating and implemented daily exercise into his life.
The impact of this transformation encouraged him to further pursue incorporating the idea of a sustainable, healthy lifestyle into his practice of medicine. Dr. Shafipour continued his training in bariatric medicine by taking courses offered through the American Society of Bariatric Physicians.
Primary Care
Preventive Medicine
Weight Management
Integrative Medicine
In-Office Rapid Services
Nutrition Counseling
Routine Physicals
Location
Pouya Shafipour, MD
1831 Wilshire Boulevard
Ste B
Santa Monica, CA, 90403
More About Dr. Pouya Shafipour, MD
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Pouya Shafipour, MD
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Insurance
NPI Number
1952426454
Provider's Gender
Male
Reviews
Dr spent time speaking with me and my concerns. Was very knowledgeable.
Amazing doctor, very kind and knowledgeable.
I had a great experience with Staff and Doctor.
Dr. Shafipour is a very caring and knowledgeable doctor. He has a great bedside manner and he takes his time to answer your questions. Highly recommended.
Everyone is friendly, welcoming and communicative. I felt heard and cared for, and that I was in a good place to maintain my health and well-being.
A really good and attentive doctor. Staff is awesome.
Very pleasant experience as far as going to the doctor goes. Dr Shafipour and his staff were friendly, helpful and informative.
Paperwork done in advance. Doctor was on time and timely. He seemed to be listening and interested. Staff was friendly and efficient. Great first visit!
Very organized nice people great doctor
Great!
Dr. Shafipour and his fantastic team have done a great job keeping me on track for the last several years. Thank you!!!
Always professional and on time. Comprehensive review and had patience for my questions.
Excellent! Very attentive.
Answered all my questions with multiple recommendations. Very grateful to have found Dr.P!
No wait, everyone was super friendly and kind
Great doctor and staff
Dr. Shafipour is compassionate, attentive and takes the time to explain things. Very happy he’s my doctor!
The best! Recommend to all my friends
On this first visit Dr. had a thorough and detailed understanding of my lengthy history, was in contact with my other specialists and outlined a plan for further care.
Dr. Shafipour takes time he doesn’t rush. His team is very nice & friendly. I had a great first visit
Dr. Shafipour is very friendly and easy to talk to, as is his entire staff. I had little-to-no wait time when I arrived for my appointment. He also didn’t rush my appointment like I’ve experienced elsewhere so I was able to ask questions, etc.
He took his time and addressed all the concerns I had. One of the best physicians in town.
Appointment was on time. Staff very helpful and friendly. Dr. was caring and attentive.
Great experience! Dr. Shafipour is very knowledgeable, and his staff is efficient and helpful.
Very easy appointment. From booking, to checking in, to meeting with Dr. Shafipour. Very pleasant experience and will be going back.
Excellent service!
Dr. Shafipour is one of the best doctors I have ever had. Not only is he a skilled one, but he generally cares about the well being of his patients.
Very professional, efficient, giving enough explaination.
Very positive experience
Great doctor, great nurses. Thanks!
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