Denise S. Garvey, MD

Denise S. Garvey, MD

  • Pediatrics|
  • Internal Medicine
4.9
214 ratings
154 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.
Woodland Hills Primary & Specialty Care |
6344 Topanga Canyon Boulevard, Suite 2040 Woodland Hills, CA 91367
818-610-0292
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About

Dr. Garvey is a Los Angeles native, and attended UCLA Medical School. She did her residency at Cedars Sinai Medical Center where she specialized in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. Dr. Garvey is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She has practiced at the UCLA Brentwood office, seeing patients of all ages, since 1998. She has also been the Medical Director of the UCLA Mobile Clinic Project since 1999, caring for the homeless in West Los Angeles. Dr. Garvey enjoys primary care of all ages but especially enjoys helping families dealing with young babies and the challenging teen years. Additionally, she has specialized training in weight management.

Languages

English, Spanish

Education

Medical Board Certifications

Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 1999
Pediatrics, American Board of Pediatrics, 1998

Residency

Combined Internal Medicine/Pediatrics Program, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, 1998

Internship

Combined Internal Medicine/Pediatrics Program, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, 1995

Degree

MD, UCLA School of Medicine, 1994

Locations

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center

UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital

Areas of Focus

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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.
214 total ratings | 154 reviews
5.0
Very friendly, and profesional
5.0
She answered all my questions, she listened and advised me.
5.0
Dr. Garvey, I just wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank you for all that you do. It’s not often that you come across a doctor who is not only highly skilled, but also genuinely compassionate and attentive—and you are truly both. Your care, patience, and dedication mean more to me than I can fully express. You take the time to listen, to understand, and to treat not just the condition, but the whole person. That kind of care is rare, and it makes such a difference. I feel incredibly grateful to have you as my doctor. You are, without a doubt, the best doctor I’ve ever had, and I truly appreciate the kindness and excellence you bring to your work every day. Thank you again for everything you do—it does not go unnoticed.
5.0
Dr. Garvey is very thorough
5.0
Dr took her time.to.listen to my concerns and had explained every questions I had
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