Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
757 Westwood Plaza, 6th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90095
Main Phone: 310-267-7641
We want you to feel welcome in the Neuroscience/Trauma Intensive Care Unit (6ICU). Your healthcare team understands that this is a difficult time for you. While your loved one is in 6ICU, he or she will be monitored closely. We are committed to delivering the highest level of care to you and your loved one.
Our 6ICU is a 24-bed facility organized according to guidelines established by the Society of Critical Care Medicine. It is operated by a team of board-certified physicians and nurses. UCLA is a recognized leader in the field of neurointensive care.
We encourage you to take care of your own health and well-being while your loved one is in our care.
The patient's needs, safety, comfort and privacy are our primary concerns. By following these guidelines, we are able to devote our time and attention to your loved one's care.
The restrooms available for your use are located near each elevator outside of the ICU.
These guidelines are subject to modification according to patient needs.
Medical Director and Neuro Critical Care Attending
Paul M. Vespa, MD, FCCM
310-267-9448
Neuro Critical Care Attending
Manuel Buitriago Blanco, MD
310-267-9470
Unit Director
Barbara Anderson, RN
310-267-7041
Assistant Unit Director
Agnes Sarmenta, RN
310-267-7694
Nurse Educator
Jennifer Osborne, RN
310-267-7697
ICU Fellows in Training
310-267-7641
ICU Nurse Practitioners
Amanda Severson, RN
Carl Wherry, ACNP
310-267-7040
ICU Social Worker
Darlene McGee-Reed, MSW
310-267-9752