Elizabeth Ko, MD

Elizabeth Ko, MD

  • Internal Medicine
4.8
209 ratings
136 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.
West Washington Primary Care |
11303 West Washington Boulevard, Suite 100 Los Angeles, CA 90066
310-391-7281
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About

Elizabeth Ko, MD is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine of the David Geffen School of Medicine and the Medical Director of the UCLA Health Integrative Medicine Collaborative. She received a Bachelor's degree in Physiological Science from UCLA and a medical degree from the University of Miami. She completed her Internal Medicine residency and Chief residency, with a focus on primary care, at Brown University. Dr. Ko completed a fellowship in Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine, yoga teacher training at Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health as well as the Medical Acupuncture for Physicians course through the Helms Medical Institute. An avid home cook, Dr. Ko spent one year cooking in Los Angeles restaurants including Spago Beverly Hills and A.O.C. She is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Integrative Medicine and is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. Dr. Ko sees patients for preventive care and chronic disease management, blending traditional medical approaches with integrative methods including nutrition, stress management and acupuncture. Dr. Ko writes the national syndicated column, "Ask The Doctors."

Languages

English

Education

Medical Board Certification

Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2015

Fellowship

Integrative Medicine, University of Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine, 2017

Residencies

Chief Resident, Rhode Island Hospital, 2015
Internal Medicine, Rhode Island Hospital, 2014

Internship

Internal Medicine, Rhode Island Hospital, 2012

Degree

MD, University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, 2011

Recognitions

  • Super Doctors® Southern California Rising Stars, 2021-2025

Locations

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA 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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Recognitions

  • Super Doctors® Southern California Rising Stars, 2021-2025

Reviews

Overall rating: 4.8
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.
209 total ratings | 136 reviews
5.0
Very thorough on my yearly exam. I have been going to Dr Ko for over 10 years and she has been very helpful as I have been navigating my transition to my senior years.
5.0
Dr. Ko and her staff are friendly, professional, knowledgeable and make me feel well cared for. I enjoy my annual visits with her.
5.0
No long waiting to see me. Nurse is very accommodating. Reception very polite and friendly. excellent service from my Doctor !
5.0
Dr Ko is great. Efficient, concise and lays everything out well.
4.0
Very thorough, but at times I think she moves too fast.
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