Accepting New Patients
Daniel Mayer Pourshalimi, MD
- Internal Medicine
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.
Westside Primary Care
|
1950 Sawtelle Boulevard, Suite 130, Los Angeles, CA 90025
US
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
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
Fax:310-312-4913
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)
- 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.
306 total ratings | 217 reviews
5.0
October 30, 2025
I appreciate the care and attention he pays and the very specific way he has helped me change my health, especially my cholesterol panels in the last year.
5.0
October 29, 2025
De Pourshalimi is alway fantastic. I can only say good things about his caring. I appreciate is informative nature.
5.0
October 29, 2025
All good
5.0
October 29, 2025
He was extremely knowledgeable and attentive
5.0
October 29, 2025
He’s excited for me that I’m getting healthier.
5.0
October 27, 2025
Dr. Porshilini is a great physician
5.0
October 25, 2025
Dr Pourlshilimi is the best doctor I’ve ever met and I’ve met a lot of doctors in my 85 years
5.0
October 24, 2025
He is an excellent listener and made eye contact with me. He genuinely seems concerned about my health.
5.0
October 23, 2025
I always appreciate the time, care and guidance that Dr. Pourshalimi gives me.
5.0
October 22, 2025
Very helpful and insightful.
5.0
October 22, 2025
Great experience! Look forward to seeing him again.
5.0
October 22, 2025
The doctor was as always, very thorough and supportive. He reviewed our findings and offered the best suggestions I’ve had and how to maintain my health.
5.0
October 20, 2025
I always feel listened and advised in a highly professional and human way.
5.0
October 17, 2025
He is avery good at his job
5.0
October 16, 2025
So kind and empathetic, felt like he really listened and was thorough in his questions and recommendations. Felt like I was in good hands and that he genuinely wants to help me get better. Left feeling really good and hopeful. Thank you!
5.0
October 15, 2025
Thoughtful, efficient, comfortable to be around
5.0
October 13, 2025
Helpful. Professional. I feel like he is concerned about my health.
5.0
October 13, 2025
Pleasant and thorough.
5.0
October 11, 2025
Attentive, engaged, thorough.
4.0
October 9, 2025
Good Annual Checkup
5.0
October 8, 2025
He takes the time to listen, explains everything clearly, and genuinely cares about his patients. You never feel rushed – he is patient, thorough, and incredibly knowledgeable. I’ve seen a lot of doctors over the years, and Dr. Pourshalimi stands out for his professionalism and compassion. I always leave feeling confident and well-taken-care-of. Highly recommend him to anyone looking for a top-tier primary care physician.
5.0
October 8, 2025
He was excellent, very kind and reassuring.
5.0
October 7, 2025
My doctor is the best. So happy I found him. He’s attentive, compassionate and I trust him implicitly.
5.0
October 6, 2025
It’s very knowledgeable
5.0
October 6, 2025
Friendly and tailored to what I needed for the visit
5.0
October 3, 2025
It was great as always
5.0
October 3, 2025
He was prompted and very thorough. We discussed several medications and the effects of them on various organs. I felt very confident that he had my best interest.
5.0
October 3, 2025
Very thorough and answered all questions with kindness and patience.
5.0
October 2, 2025
Doctor was very caring, concerned and detailed oriented.
5.0
September 30, 2025
The Dr is always great. He listens to my problems and is able to quickly diagnose my issue and always updates my file and verifies my information and is proactive I only have good things to say.
4.0
September 27, 2025
He was very thorough.trying to find the problem. Always kind, Glad he could see me
5.0
September 26, 2025
Very helpful with my concern.
5.0
September 26, 2025
very thorough, explained everything, thankyou to him and very professional team
5.0
September 25, 2025
The doctor is personable, caring, and thorough.
5.0
September 25, 2025
Made a quick plan to check in on health concerns.
5.0
September 25, 2025
Dr. Pourshalimi is fantastic, super thorough, attentive, kind, everything you hope for in a doctor.
5.0
September 19, 2025
He took care of me very nice, polite and professional attitude
5.0
September 19, 2025
Very thorough
5.0
September 19, 2025
The doctor fantastic has great bedside manner and is very thorough
5.0
September 19, 2025
Very professional and kind
5.0
September 18, 2025
Excellent care all around. Took time and real thought to answer my questions with respect and consideration. Something rare today. Five stars. Thanks Doc. Will be happy to be your patient
5.0
September 17, 2025
I love it Thank You
5.0
September 12, 2025
Dr. Pourshalimi was very personable and listened to my questions. It was a great visit. (I've had positive experiences with everyone at this clinic)
5.0
September 12, 2025
Dr P is so thorough and so good at answering my questions
1.0
September 8, 2025
Dr. was late by 30 minutes. He did not show respect for people schedule.
5.0
September 8, 2025
Great visit
5.0
September 4, 2025
Dr. Pourshalmi first asked me to share my concerns. He then explained the options available to me. He was clear, concise and professional. I never felt rushed. My telemedicine visit today was a productive, positive experience.
5.0
September 4, 2025
He is incredibly thorough and knowledgeable. Listen is very well and shows patients and beyond all of it a compassion.
5.0
September 4, 2025
Dr. Pourshalimi is one of the most thoughtful, thorough and brilliant physician. In addition to his affable demeanor, he carefully Listens to his patients
5.0
September 4, 2025
Dr. Pourshalimi is always thorough and helpful. It’s very clear that he’s an advocate for his patients.
5.0
August 28, 2025
He worked hard to find the right combo of meds that regulate my BP better with minimal side effects.
5.0
August 27, 2025
Dr. Pourshalimi never disappoints. He was on time and extremely helpful
5.0
August 27, 2025
He is timely, keeps up with my test results, listens to my concerns, answers my questions. Orders appropriate tests.
5.0
August 27, 2025
I felt listened by my doctor about my health condition.
5.0
August 27, 2025
The doctor saw me as scheduled and was efficient
5.0
August 22, 2025
Dr. P listened, looked at all my meds for interactions, looked at age related side effects, and asked about why I was taking them. He made changes and discussed why. He has an excellent diagnostic mind.
5.0
August 22, 2025
Very thorough and professional. I feel as though I can rely upon him, which most certainly is not the case with a lot of doctors.
5.0
August 22, 2025
Dr. Pourshalimi is the best doctor. I really appreciate how he makes sure I can see what is on my chart and on his screen and we review all my past health and concerns together. His bedside manner is fantastic and I truly feel like he’s asking questions and my answers and concerns are heard.
5.0
August 21, 2025
Prompt. Kind. Efficient.
5.0
August 20, 2025
My Dr. answered all my questions and he didn’t rush me. I am very happy that he cleared everything for me and gave me advice for my dietary.
5.0
August 20, 2025
Engaging, genuinely caring, positive, attentive, dependable.
5.0
August 20, 2025
He is always delightful & positive.
5.0
August 18, 2025
listened well and was able to offer a solution without me going to another dr
5.0
August 18, 2025
Compassionate, informed, listened to my questions. Appropriate sense of urgency for my situation.
5.0
August 16, 2025
Friendly and thorough although it took a while to get him to follow up with me after receiving an ultrasound & results.
5.0
August 15, 2025
personal,, friendly & focused - great PCP !
5.0
August 15, 2025
He took care to answer my question and concern
5.0
August 15, 2025
Made me feel super comfortable and felt like a safe space to share anything.
5.0
August 14, 2025
He is very interested in with my problems everytime I see him. I am very happy with my doctor
5.0
August 14, 2025
Very professional, knowledgeable, thorough, and easy to talk to. Always a great experience with Dr. Pourshalimi.
5.0
August 14, 2025
Very friendly and professional. I appreciate that he was patient with me and I never felt rushed. I am very pleased.
5.0
August 8, 2025
Excellent care. I couldn't be happier. Please do whatever it takes to keep Dr P. here!
5.0
August 7, 2025
Everything went smoothly
5.0
August 7, 2025
Dr. Pourshalimi was professional, warm and understanding. Exactly what I need a doctor to be. He listened patiently as a rattled on and worked with me to find the right prescription for my needs. I will be transferring to have him as my primary care doctor. That should speak volumes!
5.0
August 6, 2025
just fine
5.0
August 6, 2025
Friendly, professional, efficient!
5.0
August 4, 2025
My doctor was attentive and listen to my concerns. Was proactive about my concerns and referred me to get other tests done. Very helpful and kind.
5.0
August 2, 2025
My doctor was fabulous! Knowledgeable. Thoughtful. Patient. Kind. Gentle.
5.0
August 1, 2025
The doctor listened to my requests and reasons for my appointment. He was very patient, obviously knowledgeable and gave me the referrals I needed.
5.0
July 31, 2025
The doctor listened patiently as I explained my concerns, one with the test results that I didn’t understand and the other with a pain in my toe, he explained the test results in language I could understand and after examination of my toes explained what was wrong and what I needed to do.
5.0
July 31, 2025
Dr Pourshalimi was kind and helped me.
5.0
July 30, 2025
Excellent patient care and explains results in an easy to understand manner.
5.0
July 28, 2025
Very good
5.0
July 28, 2025
Had a very positive experience with my doctor!
5.0
July 24, 2025
He is GREAT ! Knowledgeable and a fantastic disposition.
5.0
July 21, 2025
Dr. Pourshalimi is always thorough and professional. I feel cared for every time I come in.
5.0
July 18, 2025
He's really a thorough doctor. Thoughtful and kind. I appreciate him.
5.0
July 18, 2025
Great doctor!
5.0
July 18, 2025
I chose Dr. Pourshalimi as my PCP because he had such a kind face. In my few interactions with him, he has certainly lived up to that first impression.
5.0
July 17, 2025
He was kind and patient and answered my questions.
5.0
July 16, 2025
Excellent doctor Really good recommendations.
5.0
July 16, 2025
The doctor was patient. He listened, and had valuable feedback. He identified an issue which had been dismissed by the doctor I've seen for the past several years, a symptom of a potentially dangerous condition. I am thankful for his attentiveness.
5.0
July 11, 2025
Very knowledgeable and caring
4.0
July 10, 2025
Dr. P is friendly, engaged, and informative, and has a great bedside manner. I always reserve the 5th star for something above and beyond, so 4 stars is an excellent rating.
5.0
July 9, 2025
Dr Pourshalimi is wonderful in every way. He remembers me and my health issues, follows up and checks everything. And he’s on time. He could not be better.
5.0
July 9, 2025
He was wonderful! I am having an urgent problem and he was able to understand the urgency and tried his best to comfort me. I am really satisfied with my doctor
5.0
July 9, 2025
Warm personable. Made me feel comfortable for a first visit.
5.0
July 7, 2025
Dr Pourshalimi is the best doctor I’ve ever had. He is exceptionally thoughtful and conscientious. Very grateful he has stayed at UCLA/Sawtelle.
5.0
July 2, 2025
Dr. Pourshalimi is wonderful! Never in a rush. Takes time to listen!
5.0
July 2, 2025
Very thorough exam
5.0
June 27, 2025
He is a gem. Always listens and takes his time to make you feel heard.
5.0
June 27, 2025
Video call was easy and able to get specialist referrals quickly.
5.0
June 26, 2025
Extremely thorough. Very patient and genuinely concerned
5.0
June 25, 2025
Very thorough and professional
5.0
June 25, 2025
One of the best primary care doctors I’ve ever met! Very kind, diligent, and thorough. Skilled at what he does.
5.0
June 25, 2025
Every time I see doctor Pourshalimi he makes feel very comfortable with his input about my health and concerns with any issues
5.0
June 23, 2025
Very thorough and caring !
5.0
June 23, 2025
Dr. Daniel is the best doctor I have ever had in the United States. He cares, he listens, he remembers. He is absolutely honest, thoughtful. i am so happy he is my doctor.
5.0
June 23, 2025
Dr. Pourshalimi listens to what I have to say and seems very aware of my health.
5.0
June 14, 2025
He’s delightful, and always looking for ways to help.
5.0
June 13, 2025
Caring and listened to me intently.
5.0
June 13, 2025
Very pleasant knowledgeable and helpful. He listened to all of my questions and made sure that I understood.
5.0
June 13, 2025
Good. On time. Helpful.
5.0
June 12, 2025
He was thorough, and gave me a helpful treatment.
5.0
June 12, 2025
He is wonderful, and understands me and how I am trying to take care of myself. Very grateful to have found Dr P
5.0
June 11, 2025
good rapport efficient visit sympathetic re ‘mixed news’
5.0
June 11, 2025
Dr Pourshalimi is always prompt and is an excellent listener. Best doctor ever!
5.0
June 11, 2025
Very kind
5.0
June 11, 2025
Dr. P was very helpful in getting some referrals and updated prescriptions to control my allergies.
4.0
June 9, 2025
He gave logical explanations for his actions
5.0
June 9, 2025
My doctor was thoughtful and thorough and I feel confident and happy with being in his care.
5.0
June 6, 2025
Dr. Pourshalimi is very thorough, and has a wonderful bedside manner. He is caring and understanding. He is everything a doctor should be and more. My husband and I feel lucky to have found him.
5.0
June 4, 2025
Great experience. Seems like he genuinely cares. Knowledgeable and thorough
5.0
June 4, 2025
Dr. Porshalimi is an excellent doctor. He addressed all of my concerns, and he was extremely thorough.
5.0
June 2, 2025
He was great- thorough - good bedside manner and sweet
5.0
June 2, 2025
Very professional man who is concerned about your health.
5.0
June 2, 2025
Listened tomy concerns and gave us very detailed explanations and plans for treatment
5.0
June 1, 2025
He obviously cares and is very observant and inquisitive
5.0
May 29, 2025
Dr. Pourshalimi is excellent. He is patient and caring. Responds to all my questions and concerts. He is amazing.
5.0
May 29, 2025
Perfect
5.0
May 29, 2025
The doctor took most of the time going over my medication’s, diet, and activities. He did also do an examination of my body, and then left plenty of time to answer questions.
5.0
May 28, 2025
Very thorough and understanding
5.0
May 28, 2025
It was a very pleasant and I felt a very professional experience today ,from the moment I registered to I saw my doctor whom was right on time. The nurse was fantastic, upbeat, and very professional. Thank you UCLA
5.0
May 23, 2025
Very nice and transparent, consistently asked for consent and appropriately gentle with sensitive topics, easy to understand, very efficient
5.0
May 22, 2025
very comprehensive, included me in decision making
5.0
May 21, 2025
Perfect. I love my Dr.
5.0
May 17, 2025
He is an excellent, caring, respectful doctor.
5.0
May 15, 2025
I am extremely grateful for Dr. Pourshalimi. He is an excellent doctor and I am lucky to have him in my life.
5.0
May 14, 2025
Dr Poirshelimi was good in thoroughly asking questions and giving space for me to ask things as well.
5.0
May 14, 2025
Dr. Pourshalimi is the best PCP I have ever had. He cares about his patients and always hears out any concerns and addresses every issue that is brought up with him.
5.0
May 12, 2025
Excellent care as always. Thoughtful and responsive to my concerns.
5.0
May 10, 2025
He listened to my questions and we discussed my concerns. He gave me referrals and scheduled further tests.
5.0
May 7, 2025
Dr Pourshalimi was diligent in reviewing my chart and went beyond the putative purpose of the visit to check recent results of tests and procedures.
5.0
May 5, 2025
It was great that he was able to take the time to really talk, connect, and make an evaluation instead of being rushed.
5.0
May 5, 2025
Listened to my concerns. Addressed them thoroughly. Let me know about his recommendations.
5.0
May 2, 2025
Very professional, courteous and knowledgeable
5.0
May 2, 2025
Respectful, thorough, responsive, and on time.
5.0
May 1, 2025
He is kind, listens carefully, and is patient.
5.0
April 30, 2025
Very nice and understanding.
5.0
April 27, 2025
Caring, knowledgeable and thorough.
5.0
April 25, 2025
Dr P. Made a video visit super easy. Thorough and kind. Thanks👍
5.0
April 25, 2025
The doctor was very caring, attentive and effective during the visit.
5.0
April 25, 2025
My primary care doctor is just the best, kind and is helping me get healthier.
5.0
April 25, 2025
routine visit to check on the effectiveness of a new medication. i had checked-in and paid on-line, so the process upon arrival was very quick. everything ran on time......being taken to the room, being seen by the nurse, and being seen by the doctor
5.0
April 22, 2025
Dr Pourshalimi is a true professional. He is very thorough and is highly analytical yet excellent at patient rapport.
5.0
April 22, 2025
Very helpful, friendly, and communicative. I felt like he cared about my concerns and acted quickly and appropriately.
5.0
April 21, 2025
The doctor listened well and provided useful information.
5.0
March 18, 2025
Dr. Pourshlalimi is through and excellent.
5.0
March 13, 2025
Dr. Was right on time and super helpful
5.0
March 13, 2025
He was fast, efficient, courteous.
5.0
March 13, 2025
Always takes his time, answers all questions, incredibly friendly and thorough.
5.0
March 12, 2025
Dr. Pourshalimi went above and beyond during my appointment. He very patiently talked through all my concerns, offered great support and advice, and extended a great deal of empathy to me. Even though it was our first time meeting I felt like I was being treated as family.
5.0
March 7, 2025
Excellent all around
5.0
March 7, 2025
He is kind and caring and informative.
5.0
March 6, 2025
Referee by friend and I was looking for a new GP. Dr P was very thorough and informative. Smart and professional.
5.0
March 5, 2025
He was thorough, personable, knowledgeable and decisive. I liked all of that.
5.0
March 3, 2025
He listens and reads everything about me and asks probing questions
5.0
February 28, 2025
Dr. Porshalimi is great. He is concerned and thorough..and a good guy.
5.0
February 28, 2025
Great visit
5.0
February 21, 2025
The Dr was nice and prompt and helpful.
5.0
February 20, 2025
Great doctor, pleasant experience with office
5.0
February 20, 2025
He was professional and thorough. Very personable.
5.0
February 19, 2025
Dr. Pourshalimi confidently made a diagnosis and came up with a plan.
5.0
February 15, 2025
He's just the best. He knows my history when I arrive and he makes sure I'm doing what I'm supposed to do when I leave. He's also solved some issues that other docs couldn't.
5.0
February 14, 2025
I’m impressed with how he took the time to be sure that my medical history was up to date. Also, I liked his sense of humor.
5.0
February 14, 2025
Dr Pourshalimi is always on time, gets straight to the point and answers questions in a respectful manner
5.0
February 12, 2025
I appreciate Dr. Pourshalimi and the staff in their office practice.
5.0
February 7, 2025
Listened. Caring. Communicative. Thorough.
5.0
February 7, 2025
Dr pourshalimi is a true professional: Knowledgeable, thorough, and takes the time to understand and treat the patient as an individual.
5.0
February 7, 2025
Right on time, we have a plan!
5.0
February 7, 2025
Good communicator very helpful
5.0
February 5, 2025
My doctor is very professional and caring
5.0
February 3, 2025
Very informative and thorough. Listened to my concerns as well. Very professional
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!