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Karin M. Kessey, PA-C, MPAS

Internal Medicine

Average rating: 4.9

149 ratings

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.

Westwood Immediate Care |

200 Medical Plaza, Suite 440 Los Angeles, CA 90095 US

310-954-0705

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Languages

English

Education

Medical Board Certification

Physician Assistant, National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, 2010

Degree

MS, University of Alabama at Birmingham, 2010

Locations

West Los Angeles

Westwood Immediate Care

Immediate Care Medicine| Walk-In Clinic

200 Medical Plaza, Suite 440 Los Angeles, CA 90095 US

Location Details

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

757 Westwood Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90095 US

Areas of Focus

Primary care

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.

149 total ratings | 92 reviews

5.0

August 31, 2026

Karin was fantastic, explained everything thoroughly and clearly. She moved through everything at a comfortable pace and didn’t get caught up in the little things while updating a few items on my profile.

5.0

August 25, 2026

Pretty quickly checked in to Urgent care. RN that I initially encountered was very pleasant & knowledgeable. The PA I saw was matter of fact but professional.

5.0

August 24, 2026

Just positive good doctor was positive experience

5.0

August 24, 2026

Ms. Kessel, listen to my issues and concerns, asked thoughtful and relevant follow up questions. Then began the exam and asked more questions. I felt heard ave taken care of.

5.0

August 17, 2026

Karen is great! Excellent communication and empathy.

5.0

August 11, 2026

Great C-ICARE!

5.0

August 6, 2026

Provider listened to all concerns with empathy and was helpful in piecing together clues on what may have landed me in urgent care. Was clear with instructions and guides

5.0

August 6, 2026

Fantastic bedside care from my provider, the nurses and the front desk team. Superb!

5.0

July 30, 2026

She was very kind and attentive. And gave timely instructions

5.0

July 28, 2026

She was attentive, thorough, and caring

5.0

July 28, 2026

Karin was thorough, friendly and helpful. She explained the next steps for my analysis and treatment.

5.0

July 21, 2026

Really really enjoyed my providers today and hope to be able to see her an an optional GP. I felt seen heard and helped properly. Amazing team and so fast

5.0

July 16, 2026

Karen was very, knowledgeable and kind. She explained my injury, answered my questions thoroughly and explained possible treatments. I liked her very much.

5.0

July 14, 2026

She took her time and explained the situation very well. She was very knowledgeable and caring

5.0

July 13, 2026

Very professional & Karin has a great bedside manner. My session with her hopefully results in the right antibiotic. I am optimistic

5.0

July 7, 2026

Doc was familiar with my chart just to be on the safe side ordered a blood panel

5.0

July 7, 2026

Informative and helpful.

5.0

June 30, 2026

I loved the provider I saw, the physician assistant Kari KESSEY. She made me feel welcome and answered all my questions above and beyond. She was informative and helpful and I trusted her expertise. I wish all doctors and providers were as great as her. She didn't make me feel bad or nervous and she spent time to answer all my questions and provide helpful information.

5.0

June 29, 2026

She was very informative and very cheerful. This made me feel more at ease.

5.0

June 17, 2026

Karen the PA was great

5.0

June 16, 2026

Very concerned about my test and well being. She took her time to explain everything thoroughly and honored my wishes. She also ordered extra tests. Great experience , KUDOS and to Team ;)

5.0

June 15, 2026

PA Kessey was quick to determine the issue and provided appropriate treatment options.

5.0

June 10, 2026

Karin KESSEY was amazing. Truly. She was knowledgeable about my symptoms, friendly, and took time to answer my questions. I did not feel rushed at all. She ordered tests and called to be sure I understood the results, sharing next steps if needed. If only she could be my GP! Thank you, Karin, for your time, expertise, and putting my mind at ease! I can???t express how lucky I feel that I got to see you in immediate care.

5.0

June 9, 2026

Very listening and understanding. Real human!

5.0

June 9, 2026

She was very kind and proactive.

5.0

June 8, 2026

She was great! Confident, knowledgeable and made a plan for me. Made me feel like I was in good hands. All the staff wonderful.

5.0

June 3, 2026

The PA was great and so were the x ray staff

5.0

June 2, 2026

Doctor is very friendly and thorough.

5.0

June 2, 2026

GREAT DOCTOR SHE HELPED ME ALOT WITH MY PROBLEM BEST WISHE'S TO HER.

5.0

June 1, 2026

Thorough, Compassionate, excellent doctor

5.0

May 31, 2026

Karen was friendly and set me at ease. She answered all my questions and listened to me.

5.0

May 29, 2026

I came in today due to a serious medical condition and I felt that the RN and the Provider took my state of things, very seriously, very professional very gentle. I was left very astonished with the care and the treatment they treated me with. I felt like they went above and beyond, and they we're very honest with me and they offered various solutions to fix my issues I was very pleased from today's visit.

5.0

May 29, 2026

Dr Kessey is definitely superlative;a credit to UCLA: Professional, knowledgeable, thorough and personable, with an unsurpassed ability to empathize with her patient's concerns in an appropriate way. I felt heard and had issues addressed. Thank-you Dr Kessey

5.0

May 27, 2026

Very funny and kind. Knew I was kinda scared of the needles and staples and she made it better

5.0

May 21, 2026

I cannot say enough good things about Karin Kessey. She is an exceptional listener, thoughtful, clinically sharp, and efficient. During a recent urgent situation, she personally contacted me with my CT results, coordinated next steps, and made sure I got to the hospital in a timely fashion for surgery. Her attentiveness, efficiency, and dedication truly made a significant difference in my outcome. I am deeply grateful.

5.0

May 19, 2026

She was very friendly and thoughtful. Listened to my needs and was willing to help with a solution

5.0

May 18, 2026

She was great, very knowledgeable and helpful.

5.0

May 18, 2026

- Knowledge, funny, light hearted, made the experience enjoyable and really felt heard and seen

5.0

May 18, 2026

Great info, prompt appointment (immediate care). Feel to be in good hands

5.0

May 15, 2026

Sure was the best urgent care dr I've ever seen. She listened, believed, and launched into action.

5.0

May 13, 2026

She was kind understanding and no judgment, just wants to make sure I get on the right track and I appreciate that now than she knows

5.0

May 13, 2026

The provider was very thorough, checking all-around health and anything that could be affecting the current issue.

5.0

May 13, 2026

She was incredible, truly listened to my concerns and embodied CICARE

5.0

May 7, 2026

Attentive

5.0

May 6, 2026

She was very helpful. Spent considerable amount of time to explain everything very clearly.

5.0

May 5, 2026

Very good

5.0

April 30, 2026

Great and caring

5.0

April 27, 2026

She was great and very informative.

5.0

April 10, 2026

Respect and clarity very professional

5.0

April 6, 2026

Karen was very knowledgeable, respectful and kind!

5.0

April 1, 2026

They are very nice

5.0

April 1, 2026

Karen was fantastic and very informative

5.0

March 31, 2026

PA Karen is very nice, listens to patient , very pt centered and knowledgeable. Very pleasant visit

5.0

March 30, 2026

Friendly. Knowledgable.

5.0

March 26, 2026

I had the pleasure of seeing Dr. Kessey for the second time. Both visits have been exceptional experiences. She took the time to listen to my concerns and provided thorough examinations, leading to accurate diagnoses. What really stood out was her ability to prescribe the right medications that alleviated my symptoms almost immediately. Her professionalism, compassion, and expertise truly make a difference in urgent care situations. I’m grateful for her care and would definitely return if needed. Thank you, Dr. Kessey! I also wanted to mention that the front desk staff member who checked me in displayed a high level of professionalism and kindness.

5.0

March 25, 2026

Everyone was very pleasant. The provider was informative and made me feel comfortable.

5.0

March 23, 2026

Quick. Smart. Excellent. Knew the stuff.

5.0

March 23, 2026

Karin Kessey is an amazing physician assistant She listens, she cares and she takes actions. She addressed all my concerns. I?m glad she helped me

5.0

March 17, 2026

Karin was great in showing and explaining many facets of the xray before the actual report came through. Great bedside manner of communicating.

5.0

March 12, 2026

Friendly, respectful, knowledgeable

5.0

March 9, 2026

She went above & beyond and was extra cautious which I so appreciated. She called me after hours to give me an update on results I was stressing over. 10/10

5.0

February 26, 2026

Excellent care. Thoughtful, compassionate, medically sound.

5.0

February 23, 2026

My PA was very kind, made good conversation, connected well, and quickly and smoothly addressed my medical concerns.

5.0

February 17, 2026

Thank you good job

5.0

February 11, 2026

La persona que me llamo ante mi cita por video muy amable y me pregunto por mis medicamentos muy bien hizo su trabajo

5.0

February 9, 2026

Karin was amazing! She is incredibly smart, professional, with a caring, wonderful bedside manner. Do not ever lose this one, she is a huge asset for UCLA!

5.0

February 5, 2026

Extremely pleasant young lady and knowledgeable.

5.0

February 3, 2026

Very professional

5.0

January 28, 2026

Excellent

5.0

January 21, 2026

Very knowledgeable & caring.

5.0

January 16, 2026

Karin is compassionate, knowledgeable and patient. I was experiencing acute back pain and she offered immediate support and a clear plan forward with referrals. Had a very positive experience and grateful that she was able to see me in immediate care when I know how impacted clinics can be. UCLA is lucky to have her. Thank you sincerely, Karin.

5.0

January 12, 2026

Everyone was great.

5.0

December 18, 2025

Very thorough

5.0

December 16, 2025

She was very thorough, down to earth and easy to communicate with.

5.0

December 11, 2025

Extremely professional, down to earth, and understanding

5.0

December 11, 2025

I was fortunate to see this provider for the second time. I was very impressed with her the first time and doubly so this time. She’s friendly and compassionate; experienced and knowledgeable; once the path is set she is doggedly determined to make it happen. I would see her with the greatest of confidence - she’s definitely a “10”

5.0

December 10, 2025

Karin was patient and communicative and thorough! She put me at ease during the visit.

5.0

December 9, 2025

The Doctor Karin Marie Kessey and the two nurses were very nice, gently and with empathy, the Doctor Kessey explain very well and very clear my daughter health issues and refer her to the UCLA Santa Monica Emergency

5.0

December 8, 2025

Even tho the provider was late she took her time to explain everything, prescribed meds and didn’t leave any questions unanswered.

5.0

December 2, 2025

I saw PA for after care at immediate care and she was absolutely amazing

5.0

December 1, 2025

Very knowledgeable and helpful with treatment options. Important follow-up is still necessary to facilitate an appointment with a urologist.

5.0

December 1, 2025

Very nice and informative

5.0

November 20, 2025

She was so personable and zeroed in on what the issue was right away. I thought it was carpal tunnel, but it was something totally different.

5.0

November 13, 2025

Patient, kind and thorough. Excellent PA.

5.0

November 13, 2025

Karin was very informative and she answered all my questions She is a very caring, positive nurse practitioner

5.0

November 13, 2025

Very friendly and informative. Took the time to look at my chart and notice what could have been another situation to my event.

3.0

November 5, 2025

Felt a little dismissive but I understand that’s the name of the game when you’re dealing with lots of people

5.0

November 4, 2025

She was absolutely wonderful and took her time to listen to my needs

5.0

October 28, 2025

Terrific person! Very knowledgeable, efficient, empathetic, and practical. I was extremely impressed, and appreciate her help very much.

5.0

October 27, 2025

Provider and nurse very thorough.

5.0

October 24, 2025

Karin was kind, efficient and informative. She was compassionate to me and cared about how I was feeling. She was encouraging and affirming when I told her how stressed I was to have to miss school and I left feeling supported and more at ease.

5.0

October 21, 2025

She was very kind and explained everything clearly to me.

Karin M. Kessey, PA-C, MPAS

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Education

Medical Board Certification

Degree

Locations

Westwood Immediate Care

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

Areas of Focus

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