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Olga N. Popel, MD
- Rheumatology
Average rating:
4.9
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.
Westlake Village Triunfo Primary & Specialty Care
|
141 Triunfo Canyon Road, Suite 110
Westlake Village,
CA
91361
US
Languages
Education
Medical Board Certifications
Rheumatology, American Board of Internal Medicine, 1988
Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 1985
Fellowships
Rheumatology, Southern California System of Clinics California, 1986
Rheumatology, VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, 1985
Residency
Internal Medicine, St. Mary's Medical Center, 1983
Degree
MD, University of North Dakota Medical School, 1979
Locations
Hospital Affiliations
Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
Insurance
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Blue Shield of California
- Centivo
- Cigna
- First Health
- Health Net of California
- Interplan (part of HealthSmart)
- Medicare Advantage
- MultiPlan
- UFCM Health System
- Prime Health Services
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- TRICARE
- UnitedHealthcare
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Reviews
Overall rating:
4.9
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.
302 total ratings |
227 reviews
5.0
May 23, 2026
I have been seeing this doctor for 30 years and she is the best!
5.0
May 21, 2026
She was thorough and kind, took the time to get to know me and my concerns.
5.0
May 19, 2026
Dr. Poppel addressed my concerns and issues and treated my pain. She is warm, understanding and knowledgeable. I have total confidence in her.
5.0
May 19, 2026
In a sentence….Dr Popel checks ALL the boxes and I love that about her
5.0
May 18, 2026
Dr Popel listened to my concerns and answered my questions.
5.0
May 13, 2026
Understands, listens, Dr. Popel is excellent!
5.0
May 13, 2026
She’s extremely thorough and professional, and I appreciate how well she listens!
5.0
May 8, 2026
She really listens
5.0
May 8, 2026
Dr. Popel is a very professional and caring doctor.
5.0
May 7, 2026
She is very compassionate and thorough.
5.0
May 6, 2026
Excellent experience ! Dr Popel is very a knowledgeable, caring and thorough physician. She always listens to my concerns and offers good information.
5.0
May 6, 2026
Super professional
5.0
May 1, 2026
She pays attention to what I say and addresses all my concerns
5.0
May 1, 2026
Both Dr. Popel and her medical assistant were warm and welcoming, explained everything clearly and made quick work of my exam and treatment.
5.0
April 29, 2026
All good, takes the time to explain what complications might happen if surgery was done
5.0
April 29, 2026
Very professional and informive
5.0
April 28, 2026
Dr Poppel is a caring and knowledgeable MD. She address all issues and has time for questions.
5.0
April 27, 2026
Dr Popel is a great doctor. She’s very thorough and personable.
5.0
April 24, 2026
Listens well
5.0
April 23, 2026
Dr. Popel is an excellent physician. She cares.
5.0
April 20, 2026
Dr. Popel is smart, kind, and caring. Glad she's my Dr.
5.0
April 20, 2026
Always listen and care about my situation
5.0
April 17, 2026
Dr. Popel addressed all my issues at today’s visit. She always is very friendly and thorough.
5.0
April 17, 2026
Excelleny
5.0
April 16, 2026
Dr is caring, smart and knowledgable. Great doctor
5.0
April 16, 2026
I’ve been having a problem getting a medication. I presented this issue to Dr. Popel. Her and her staff had a solution in hand before the end of my visit. This is what i always expect from Dr. Popel and staff. Very professional and very helpful.
5.0
April 16, 2026
The doctor was just wonderful, good listener and was totally prepared will all my lab data for my appointment.
5.0
April 15, 2026
Dr. Popel always makes me feel heard and valued as her patient. She does a wonderful job, and I appreciate how thorough she is covering my health needs.
5.0
April 15, 2026
Excellent.couldn't Have been better
5.0
April 15, 2026
She doesn’t keep me waiting. She’s very forthcoming about my test results and information. She explains things very clearly and carefully. Gives me advice as to have the best maximize my health. She also shows concern and interest in my health status.
5.0
April 14, 2026
Great doctor! She is always helpful, and gives me great advice.
5.0
April 14, 2026
Very thorough
5.0
April 13, 2026
Experienced
5.0
April 12, 2026
Dr Popel was referred to be by my PCP whom I love, so it doesn’t surprise me, I feel just as happy Dr Popel agreed to take me on as a patient. First interview… she took the time to have an in depth conversation with me and go over my patient history. Very thorough and I can understand and agree why she is held in such high esteem.
5.0
April 10, 2026
Dr. Popel is thorough and caring. I always feel better after seeing her.
5.0
April 8, 2026
Dr. Popel is very caring, kind and professional.
5.0
April 8, 2026
Dr Popel was very helpful discussing my health issues
5.0
April 1, 2026
Dr. Popel is an excellent communicator and caring.
5.0
April 1, 2026
Dr. Popel is an amazing doctor. She went through my blood test results and explained everything. She’s not only thorough, she is kind and I could tell she really cares.
5.0
March 31, 2026
Dr popel is sooo easy to talk to… she is genuinely interested in helping you
5.0
March 31, 2026
Excellent Well explains chief complaints
5.0
March 30, 2026
Doctor takes time, explains things, listens, and I appreciate her help and care.
5.0
March 26, 2026
Dr Popel always goes above and beyond in her level of care.
5.0
March 26, 2026
Today’s telephone health visit was made possible because everyone was so helpful in making it happen. I’m not very swift when it comes to doing these things on my phone, but thanks to their patience. It worked out and I got to talk to my favorite doctor Olga Popel. Everything was great.
5.0
March 25, 2026
She listened and really cares
5.0
March 25, 2026
Dr Popel is very knowledgeable not only about her specialty but everything else. She looks at every aspect of my body. She is excellent!
5.0
March 24, 2026
One of my favorite doctors, because she truly listens and understands and respects me
5.0
March 23, 2026
Dr Popel is so great! Very thorough, explains everything, asking pertinent questions that you would not think to mention.
5.0
March 19, 2026
Dr. Popel is an excellent doctor, kind and caring. Every time I speak with her, I feel I am getting the best care.
5.0
March 19, 2026
Always very caring and listens to my concerns
5.0
March 17, 2026
amazing compassionate MD
5.0
March 16, 2026
Dr. Popel is wonderful. She listens to my concerns and addresses everything . Dr. Popel takes her time and I never feel rushed.
5.0
March 13, 2026
Dr. Popel was very thorough and friendly!
5.0
March 13, 2026
Just great really listens and quite knowledgeable
5.0
March 13, 2026
Probing questions to uncover possible health problems
5.0
March 11, 2026
Very good, Dr Popel is the best
5.0
March 10, 2026
Patient and explained everything in detail of what I should do.
5.0
March 9, 2026
She was very thorough and asked a lot of questions about my history about my family about how I feel. Very nice person.
5.0
March 4, 2026
Everyone was great and efficient .Dr was familiar with my history. Noticed I hadn’t had blood work. Done right away and things went smoothly With assistants
5.0
March 4, 2026
Very helpful.
5.0
March 3, 2026
She’s great very helpful and no complaints
5.0
February 27, 2026
Very detailed. . One of the best doctors i’ve ever seen.
5.0
February 24, 2026
Dr. Popel is a thoughtful and intelligent provider. I really feel like she cares about me. I really appreciate how knowledgeable she is and her questions
5.0
February 24, 2026
Dr Propel always provides detailed information and suggestions. She analyzes all my medical needs and how they interact and affect her speciality. She provides numerous suggestions on how to improve my specific health needs. It was a very informative experience.
5.0
February 18, 2026
Very thorough, takes time, good listener.
5.0
February 17, 2026
Great. Goes over concerns thoroughly.
5.0
February 17, 2026
Love that I feel at ease with Dr. Popel who thoroughly explains Explains, my test results and helps me what any new issues.
5.0
February 13, 2026
Outstanding
5.0
February 13, 2026
Always great!!
5.0
February 11, 2026
Dr. Popel is a wonderful and thoughtful doctor. Very compassionate and intuitive with her patients. Im grateful for her.
5.0
February 10, 2026
Provider is professional, kind, caring, compassionate and thorough. She is an exceptional physician.
4.0
February 10, 2026
Very informative
5.0
February 10, 2026
Dr. Popel is the best! She is concerned about the total well being of her patients.
5.0
February 9, 2026
She’s extremely thorough, very pleasant, and quite busy. My only issue is that she is so busy that she occasionally forgets to put in lab orders for my next appointment!
5.0
February 5, 2026
Excellent help with Popel
5.0
January 30, 2026
Answered all questions and explained so I can understand
5.0
January 30, 2026
Excellent
5.0
January 29, 2026
So thorough, so thoughtful, asked great questions and truly listened. Feel lucky to have gotten in with her.
5.0
January 28, 2026
She was clear and went over everything she needed to.
5.0
January 28, 2026
She’s patient, thorough, knowledgeable, pleasant.
5.0
January 27, 2026
It is always medically rewarding to see Dr Popel. In addition to her knowledge, pleasant bedside manner and concern, today was specially uplifting because after her guidance, tests and labs, the results of her care to me were the best ever. THANK you.
5.0
January 22, 2026
Great Doctor and great personality
5.0
January 21, 2026
Attentive, listened to me
5.0
January 21, 2026
Dr Popel is a great listener and taker her time explaining medical terms and processes and medications. A great physician
5.0
January 21, 2026
Dr Popel takes the time to explain everything to you. She is thorough and genuinely concerned about your well being. She is fantastic.
5.0
January 20, 2026
She is very understanding and caring.
5.0
January 20, 2026
She asked me questions pertaining to my situation, explained things, and hopefully resolve the problem
5.0
January 18, 2026
Dr Popel is caring. She keeps you informed about your condition. Her advice has helped me a great deal and I appreciate her knowledge. She is the best!
5.0
January 16, 2026
Always listens to me..
5.0
January 16, 2026
Dr Popel is a fabulous physician who pays attention to detail and my concerns. She is thorough while being very kind and genuinely caring.
5.0
January 13, 2026
Was very nice she explained all in a very good way for me to understand
5.0
January 8, 2026
Dr. Popel is always kind and considerate and takes a few extra minutes to listen to me discuss any items which might be exhibiting any influence on the illness’s she helps me to deal with. Thank her for me, for being the caring person she is.
5.0
January 7, 2026
She was very thorough and very considerate.
5.0
January 7, 2026
Dr Popel is an excellent physician!! She’s extremely knowledgeable and compassionate.
5.0
January 3, 2026
She listens well
5.0
December 30, 2025
Dr. Popel has to be one of the best doctors that I have ever seen - she is very thorough, very patient and extremely understanding and empathetic. Definitely a Godsend and I am so happy that we found her.
5.0
December 30, 2025
Doctor tool time on my medical history and took care for all my medical concerns. Very through.
5.0
December 30, 2025
Great
5.0
December 29, 2025
Dr Popel always is very responsive and listens to everything I have to say. She is fantastic!
4.0
December 23, 2025
I think Dr Popel is very thorough and good, however, she spends too much time with a patient and then is more than 30 minutes late for me.
5.0
December 22, 2025
All visits with Dr Popel and staff ate great
5.0
December 17, 2025
She is a bright light she explains everything.
5.0
December 11, 2025
Well mannered and made me the center of her questioning about my condition.
5.0
December 9, 2025
The doctor really listens and ask questions to understand what the problems are. She is very thorough and compassionate. We love Dr. Popel.
5.0
December 9, 2025
Dr. Propel is an exceptional doctor. She takes the time to discuss each of my concerns and offered a viable treatment.
5.0
December 8, 2025
Dr. Popel always listens and takes her time with her patients.
5.0
December 8, 2025
Wonderful doctor who takes time with you.
5.0
December 4, 2025
Excellent
5.0
December 3, 2025
Dr. Popel is very thorough in understanding your medical history. Excellent doctor who genuinely cares about your heath and reasons for the office visit
5.0
December 3, 2025
Always very pleasant and caring. Very thorough and leaves time to answer questions.
5.0
December 3, 2025
Dr. Popel takes a hokestic view if my health and what my other doctors are doing.
5.0
December 2, 2025
She spends a lot of time with her patients and listens.
5.0
December 2, 2025
Dr. Popel is the most thorough of all the doctors I’ve seen.
5.0
December 2, 2025
The doctor and her staff are highly attentive, professional and gracious!
5.0
November 26, 2025
Outstanding doctor. Took time with me. Explained everything. Grateful to her
5.0
November 26, 2025
I was extremely happy and felt well taken care of.
4.0
November 25, 2025
Dr Popel is always professional, courteous and listens to you. She is always dressed professionally and put together. My only complaint would be she is always running behind but that is probably due to her giving you the time you need to discuss everything on your mind.
5.0
November 7, 2025
She takes great, complete care of me. Also, she has excellent bed side manner. She made me feel very confident, safe and cared for. Doctor Popel is a wonderful physician. Congratulations, UCLA Health!!
5.0
November 7, 2025
Took history from when I last saw her. Which included a hospitalization. Went over Lab work and what the problem was that she found in it which kept me from getting an injection. Went over how I was feeling physically.
5.0
November 5, 2025
Dr Popel actually listens to my concerns. She's demonstrates CICARE. Greatful to have a caring and compassionate physician. Her nurse as well. Thank you Dr Popel.
5.0
November 3, 2025
Always great. She listens to my concerns.
5.0
November 1, 2025
Dr POPEL listens to her patients and seems to truly want to help
5.0
October 30, 2025
Dr Popel was very helpful answering questions related to ongoing pain from osteoarthritis. She carefully monitors my osteoporosis. I am a long term patient Thank you
5.0
October 30, 2025
She is very thorough and shares medical information with clarity. She also seems very caring.
4.0
October 29, 2025
Fast, but good
5.0
October 28, 2025
Professional. Expert knowledge. Caring. Understanding and supportive.
5.0
October 27, 2025
She was great and explained the importance and no complaints at all
5.0
October 27, 2025
Dr Popel is very good, she takes the time to listen, she pays attention to everything. She is a very good doctor
5.0
October 25, 2025
Dr Popel is very thorough, explains things in a way I understand and is very helpful.
5.0
October 24, 2025
Dr. Popel is caring and extremely smart. I trust her
5.0
October 24, 2025
Dr. Popel listens well and provides excellent care
5.0
October 23, 2025
Dr. Popel is so knowledgeable, listens well and is very thorough before prescribing any medication.
5.0
October 23, 2025
Very good!
5.0
October 22, 2025
She is very thorough and caring and I feel like she listens. She’s very personable.
5.0
October 21, 2025
Dr Popel very thorough and listens very well!
5.0
October 21, 2025
Dr. Popel is always interested in every aspect of my health and not just my osteoarthritis. I appreciate her contacting other doctors for me.
5.0
October 20, 2025
Extremely thankful for the time dedicated to me at my appointment with Dr. Popel! She was amazing, answered all of my questions and addressed all of my concerns.
5.0
October 20, 2025
Dr Popel is great! She solves my issues quickly, she’s very knowledgeable, and follows up with me. I highly recommend her!
5.0
October 18, 2025
Went over test results, took time to listen and then respond. Dr Popel is very attentive and respectful a rare find to other Dr’s I have rencountered. Dr, discussed treatment options and went over the risks and benefits.
5.0
October 17, 2025
Kind, informative, caring, knowledg
5.0
October 15, 2025
Dr Popel is very thorough and personable. We discussed my test results and any concerns I had.
5.0
October 14, 2025
De Popel team is highly efficient. De Popel listens and is very interested ur to patient need. She really does read patient chats
5.0
October 14, 2025
Professional, kind, thorough and encouraging
5.0
October 13, 2025
This was my best doctor appointment ever. Dr. Popel was so informative, kind and professional. I learned so much awareness about arthritis from this Dr. Popel. So grateful.
5.0
October 13, 2025
Dr Popel is amazing and her staff is great as well.
5.0
October 11, 2025
Professional and on time.
5.0
October 10, 2025
Always exceptional. Just great
5.0
October 10, 2025
She was efficient and explained my test results. She showed compassion and caring.
4.0
October 10, 2025
We went over the lab results and discussed next steps
5.0
October 9, 2025
It was a very helpful visit
5.0
October 9, 2025
Amazing personality. Takes the time to listen and explains everything
5.0
October 7, 2025
Dr propel is thorough, conscientious, thoughtful, considerate, and very thorough
5.0
October 6, 2025
Upbeat, approachable, good listener
5.0
October 6, 2025
She always takes time to explain everything! Very sweet & kind Dr.
5.0
October 6, 2025
Dr Olga spent time with me and listened to my issues
5.0
October 3, 2025
Attentive, compassionate.
5.0
October 2, 2025
Dr Popel listens to my concerns.
5.0
October 1, 2025
She had great suggestions. She was helpful in getting me records I need. She demonstrated her caring as she always does.
5.0
October 1, 2025
Dr Popel is always very thorough and compassionate.
5.0
October 1, 2025
Dr Popel is amazing. She is nice and reassuring. She listens to me. She is one of my favorite doctors.
5.0
September 30, 2025
Thorough. Clear and Patient.
5.0
September 29, 2025
Was a great experience
5.0
September 27, 2025
She is one of the best. She leaves no stone unturned.
5.0
September 24, 2025
Dr Popel was amazing. She took time to talk and listen. I was very impressed with her.
5.0
September 24, 2025
She’s an amazing doctor and knowledgeable. I recommend her to everyone I know.
5.0
September 22, 2025
She listened and was very helpful.
5.0
September 22, 2025
Dr Popel is great! She’s very thorough & addresses all my concerns. I wish more doctors were like her!
5.0
September 20, 2025
Thorough exam, very informative discussion
5.0
September 18, 2025
Felt listen to, not rushed, treated with dignity and respect. The physician was knowledgeable, clear, and showed expertise in her field of study
5.0
September 18, 2025
Dr. Popel gave me clear explanations today regarding potential treatments for bone strengthening. She speaks with knowledge, interest in my needs, patience, and kind understanding and reply to my questions. She is always very interested in making my health better and we work toward that well together. She is truly a gifted and kind physician.
5.0
September 18, 2025
Very pleased with dr
5.0
September 17, 2025
She is a new Dr for me. Very professional, thorough and kind. Made time for questions and explanations.
5.0
September 17, 2025
She's great and answers all my questions. Helps with multiple issues.
5.0
September 17, 2025
Dr.Popel is wonderfully thorough! I wish I could have Dr.Popel as my primary doctor
5.0
September 17, 2025
Dr Popel is very kind, patient and thorough. Excellent listening skills.
5.0
September 16, 2025
Thorough explanation and sympathetic.
5.0
September 15, 2025
Dr. Popel is great at addressing all of my concerns with this follow up visit.
5.0
September 15, 2025
She is an expert in her field and manages to explain autoimmune diseases so easily to me. She is both kind and confident, which is exactly what I want in a doctor.
5.0
September 12, 2025
It was great.
5.0
September 11, 2025
Great person and very knowledgeable easy to discuss medical issues
5.0
September 11, 2025
Dr Popel is kind and engaged and does an excellent job of explaining things.
5.0
September 10, 2025
She listens, explains, warm & friendly! Like her very much!
5.0
September 10, 2025
I absolutely love Dr Popel she is an amazing Rheumatologist who truly cares for each and every patient. She not only provides outstanding medical care but a great listening ear to her patients and provides wisdom to her patients in their self care. I am truly blessed to have her as my specialist provider.
5.0
September 10, 2025
Positive experience. we accomplished a lot. Felt I had direction for the next month. Dr. Potel always provides direction for me. The office staff is wonderful and very knowledgeable.
5.0
September 9, 2025
Very professional very knowledgeable about my health issues very personable
5.0
September 9, 2025
Professional. Brilliant.
5.0
September 6, 2025
Dr Popel throughly covered my health history with many questions Professional and sincere
5.0
September 4, 2025
Knowledgeable, friendly, listened well answered all questions
5.0
September 3, 2025
Dr Popel is a great doctor. Very thorough and very kind.
4.0
August 29, 2025
The doctor was rushed
5.0
August 29, 2025
Dr propel was very professional very caring very thorough. She was on top of everything.
5.0
August 28, 2025
Received my treatment & addressed other issue
5.0
August 27, 2025
My rheumatologist, Dr. Popel, is exceptional in every way. Her ability to listen, her in-depth medical knowledge, her empathy, and her follow through mean the world to me. With her help, I’m feeling much better today than I did when I first met with her. I’m so appreciative to have her as my specialist physician.
5.0
August 27, 2025
It was a great visit and in a timely manner
5.0
August 26, 2025
Dr. Popel always listens to my concerns and has a solution for me. She is on top of my care.
5.0
August 26, 2025
Dr Popel is an incredible physician
5.0
August 25, 2025
She was 👍 I. And no complaints
5.0
August 22, 2025
Attentive, listened to my issues, gave appropriate and helpful feedback.
5.0
August 21, 2025
Punctual, courteous and thorough.
5.0
August 21, 2025
Staff and doctors are professional, caring and a we have formed a great team.
5.0
August 21, 2025
Very easy to work with and a comfortable atmosphere to work within.
5.0
August 20, 2025
Dr Popel always knowledgeable and explicit with great detail.
5.0
August 19, 2025
She’s very thorough and listens well. Was clear about treatment plan and future labs. She’s great!
5.0
August 19, 2025
She is an excellent doctor. She addressed all of my concerns and follows up on previous visits.
5.0
August 19, 2025
Very attentive and responsive
5.0
August 18, 2025
Dr Popel was compassionate and thorough.
5.0
August 14, 2025
Dr. Popel, listened to my queries and addressed each one. I really like that. She wants to get to know me as a complete person
5.0
August 11, 2025
She’s great very thorough
5.0
August 5, 2025
Dr Poppel is a great physician!! She’s Very knowledgeable and always concerned about my well-being. The staff at Ucla are great too!! Always a pleasant experience and recommend Ucla healthcare to others.
5.0
August 5, 2025
She listened & we talked about helping my pain & the next plan
5.0
July 31, 2025
She seems to care about my health.
5.0
July 31, 2025
Dr. Popel is very thorough, takes her time with her patients and listens to their issues.
5.0
July 30, 2025
Extremely thorough, competent and caring.
5.0
July 26, 2025
I saw Dr Olga Popel. She is excellent. She took the time necessary to cover my problems, she was very personable, very nice and very helpful. It was a very nice experience. Like having a doctor in the old days. Very caring.
4.0
July 25, 2025
She was professional, knew my medical history, suggested tests I was due for, soon, and reviewed my labs with me, as always.
5.0
July 25, 2025
Great and very efficient!
5.0
July 22, 2025
She was very nice and Explained everything No complaints
5.0
July 22, 2025
She active listening caring knowledgeable answers all questions spends necessary time.
5.0
July 22, 2025
Dr. Popel was wonderful as always. Dr. Popel goes covers all of my questions and concerns. Great experience.
5.0
July 21, 2025
My doctor is the only reason I go to UCLA. She is the only doctor I trust.
5.0
July 16, 2025
Dr popel is outstanding in every way.
5.0
July 16, 2025
Dr Popel is Cheerful, a good listener, & very attentive to me. She Answered all my questions and is genuinely caring!
5.0
July 16, 2025
Dr. Popell is always great. She is on top of everything.
5.0
July 14, 2025
Everything went well. Reviewed test results,Evenity injection was successful and identified a very important next step to minimize muscle pain.
5.0
July 14, 2025
Helpful
5.0
July 10, 2025
She was knowledgeable, caring and thorough. Liked her a lot.
5.0
July 7, 2025
Very thorough