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Sahar Askarinam, MD

Family Medicine

Average rating: 4.7

142 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.

Santa Monica 15th Street Plaza Primary Care |

1260 15th Street, Suite 1501 Santa Monica, CA 90404 US

310-656-1701

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About

Dr. Sahar Askarinam is a board-certified Family Physician. She graduated from UCLA with a bachelor's degree in Physiological Science and then received her medical degree from David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. She completed a residency in Family Medicine at Dignity Health Northridge and is excited to be back at UCLA, serving the Los Angeles community.

Languages

English

Education

Medical Board Certification

Family Medicine, American Board of Family Medicine, 2023

Residency

Family Medicine, Dignity Health Family Medicine Residency, 2023

Degree

MD, UCLA School of Medicine, 2020

Locations

Santa Monica

Santa Monica 15th Street Plaza Primary Care

Family Medicine| Internal Medicine| Adolescent Medicine

+4 more specialties

1260 15th Street, Suite 1501 Santa Monica, CA 90404 US

Location Details

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: 4.7

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.

142 total ratings | 94 reviews

5.0

September 30, 2026

My doctor and nurses were very warm and welcoming.

5.0

September 29, 2026

Very good appointment. Handled all the points I wanted to discuss

5.0

September 23, 2026

So happy ,Dr very kind take time with pts.thanks god have her.

5.0

September 23, 2026

Doctor Askarinam is very caring and competent.

5.0

September 19, 2026

Very good and helpful

5.0

September 18, 2026

I love that my doctor is friendly, intelligent and right to business. I am so happy to have her as my pcp.

5.0

September 18, 2026

Dr. Askarinam was thorough, professional and kind. Terrific! I felt I was in excellent hands.

5.0

September 11, 2026

It was great.

5.0

September 10, 2026

Dr Sahar Askarinam is a great doctor. Really cares about you and your wellbeing.

5.0

September 10, 2026

The doctor was attentive, listened carefully to what I said, understood and acknowledged my concerns and issues, and offered constructive and helpful advice and insights. A+++

4.0

September 9, 2026

Dr. Askarinam was very nice ,easy to talk to

5.0

August 21, 2026

She is so sweet and answers all Your questions. Very informative

5.0

August 18, 2026

She is kind, friendly, very thorough, and very professional. Excellent doctor.

2.0

August 13, 2026

I thought she was on the cold side. The intro was a little odd and not welcoming. I was in and out within 5 mins. Yes she prescribed the meds I needed but right away she doesn’t deal with patients who have menopause and their treatments.

5.0

August 13, 2026

The good doctor.was both prepared, attentive and understanding.

5.0

August 13, 2026

The doctor listened to my needs and provided positive next steps

4.0

August 11, 2026

We talk she told me what I needed to do about my health

5.0

August 11, 2026

Such a smart, caring doctor. Even though it was her first day back from a weeks vacation, she took the time to address all of my concerns. So lucky to have her.

5.0

August 7, 2026

Very attentive and in depth in her care

5.0

July 22, 2026

My doctor was very professional and thorough during my wellness checkup. The phlebotomist was exceptionally skilled and gentle, ensuring that I didn’t feel any discomfort during the blood draw. I truly appreciate her expertise and attention to detail..

5.0

July 21, 2026

Through and knowledgeable and caring.

5.0

July 20, 2026

Dr ASKARINAM was incredibly accommodating to see me via video for our first visit. I needed to get a referral to get the ball rolling on a knee issue and she was very informative and helpful and I look forward to meeting her in person and continue with her as my primary care physician.

5.0

July 14, 2026

The doctor was very thorough.

5.0

July 3, 2026

Very much good visit. Doctor was thorough, efficient and friendly.

5.0

June 30, 2026

So happy with my dr

5.0

June 29, 2026

The entire operation was both friendly and professional. My visit was nothing short of delightful.

5.0

June 22, 2026

I appreciate that she listened to me and that she took me seriously when I had a few questions about my health

5.0

June 22, 2026

Very good

5.0

June 11, 2026

As always everyone was very efficient, courteous and welcoming.

5.0

June 3, 2026

Saw me immediately. Answered all my questions. Seemed smart and personable.

5.0

May 28, 2026

Doctor Sahar Askarinam is very good. She is conscientious, caring, competent and compassionate.

5.0

May 13, 2026

Very personable and detailed

5.0

May 12, 2026

Very pleasant and my Dr was professional and caring

5.0

May 8, 2026

She is kind experience and assets of UCLA

5.0

May 4, 2026

Very professional

5.0

May 4, 2026

First doctor visit. Nice experience.

2.0

May 3, 2026

First time seeing the doctor. She seemed like she was in rush and was not very friendly. Most annoying part was when she first saw me asked how she could help me today? Not the first thing I want my doctor to say- I’m not shopping at a retail store.. how about something else like “what brings you in today”?

5.0

April 29, 2026

My doctor fully understood my issue & prescribed meds accordingly.

5.0

April 24, 2026

Everyone was wonderful

5.0

April 24, 2026

Kind, compassionate, thoughtful, through follows up on every detail.

5.0

April 24, 2026

clear and concise conversation, felt reassured

5.0

April 22, 2026

I find Dr. Askarinam to be a stand out doctor. She really cares about her patients. She has your best interest at heart and truly cares about your wellbeing. The nurse assigned was outstanding as well. Kind, caring and genuinely cares too. Very professional and warm office staff as well.

5.0

April 17, 2026

She was courteous and professional.

5.0

April 13, 2026

Good Experience

5.0

April 13, 2026

Listened to and heard, valued and respected

5.0

April 10, 2026

The doctor and her staff were very nice and listened to my questions and answered everything.

5.0

April 7, 2026

I’d give her 10* if I could!!!!!!! So compassionate and caring, smart, follows through. I’m so glad she’s my doctor!!!!!

5.0

March 30, 2026

Caring- excellent service - fast- related

5.0

March 26, 2026

Everyone is so professional and courteous.

5.0

March 25, 2026

Very thorough.

5.0

March 24, 2026

Extremely thorough, conscientious, and attentive to all my concerns

5.0

March 11, 2026

She is always thoughtful, does not seem rushed and I am always satisfied after seeing her

5.0

March 10, 2026

Very good visit. Thorough, friendly, professional.

5.0

March 2, 2026

Went because I’m having pain under the right side of my left knee. The Dr thoroughly felt the painful area. She sent me for X-rays and I’m waiting for results now.

2.0

March 2, 2026

Guidance was pretty basic and not that helpful

5.0

February 27, 2026

Dr. Askarinam was quite personable and informative! My first meeting with her was an enjoyable experience!

5.0

February 26, 2026

My doctor was easy to talk to and addressed all of my issues.

5.0

February 26, 2026

They took care of me

4.0

February 26, 2026

frendly

5.0

February 24, 2026

Doctor was very thorough, caring and knowledgeable. I feel very confident in the Doctor’s ability to provide competent patient care.

5.0

February 23, 2026

Great! She’s. Amazing

5.0

February 20, 2026

I liked the doctor. Very thorough and professional.

5.0

February 19, 2026

It was very pleasant

5.0

February 13, 2026

Diligence in helping me feel better. Such knowledgeable and caring treatment. Thanks so much!!!🙏

5.0

February 9, 2026

Dr Sahar was thorough and asked many questions she was fast and efficient. Dr Sahar is great

5.0

January 29, 2026

She’s the best. So attentive, great listener

1.0

January 28, 2026

I went in for a full physical and left feeling unheard and dismissed. The visit mainly consisted of reviewing my medications and ordering blood work. When I brought up concerns, they were either denied or written off without discussion. As a new patient, I expected a more thorough visit — including in-depth questions about my medical history or a more complete examination. A full physical should feel more comprehensive than this. Unfortunately, this experience did not meet that expectation.

5.0

January 28, 2026

Great

5.0

January 27, 2026

She is great, very caring, responsible

5.0

January 27, 2026

Dr. Sahar Askarinam Is kind and detailed. She is easy to talk to about concerns I might have with my health. She has changed my health over the last two years.

5.0

January 21, 2026

She’s very knowledgeable and she listens to your concerns. Very attentive and professional

5.0

January 16, 2026

I was able to speak with Dr. Askarinam within a couple of hours of making my video appointment request, which was amazing. I couldn't have asked for a better result. She answered all my questions and we developed a plan for me.

5.0

January 15, 2026

Pre Op. Doctor was very helpful and good natured.

5.0

January 15, 2026

Pleasant and the same time thorough.

5.0

January 14, 2026

I am a physician myself and am impressed with her thoroughness, friendliness and knowledge

5.0

January 13, 2026

Efficient. Professional. Caring

5.0

January 12, 2026

Dr Askarinam is incredible! She listens to my questions and concerns, provides guidance, and is beyond thorough in determining her care plan. UCLA is lucky to have her on their Team and I’m blessed that I found her, THANK YOU!

5.0

January 11, 2026

Dr Askarinam is brilliant and caring. She explains things clearly, providing important alternatives.

5.0

January 9, 2026

This is my 3rd time seeing Dr.Askarinam and it was very easy and pleasant. All of the usual annual physical appointment questions and follow up. She is always lovely and a great doctor.

5.0

January 8, 2026

Easy.

5.0

January 6, 2026

Excellent service

5.0

January 5, 2026

Very satisfied.

5.0

January 5, 2026

Everyone at the office is super friendly and efficient.

5.0

January 4, 2026

She was wonderful

5.0

December 30, 2025

She is really terrific! She listens, examines all issues I brought up with her, followed up with a referral I needed. Very compassionate!

5.0

December 30, 2025

She was professional,courteous,and thorough in your exam. Felt quite confident in her evaluation of me.

5.0

December 19, 2025

Dr. Ashkarinam always listens to get a full history of my symptoms, and her support team is great.

5.0

December 4, 2025

She was wonderful from start to finish! I felt so comfortable and heard!

5.0

December 3, 2025

Doctor Askarinam cares deeply about her patients and handles them with quality and care. Her readiness to answer any questions I have about my health makes me feel like I truly have a medical professional on my side.

5.0

November 26, 2025

No complaints.

5.0

November 26, 2025

Dr. Sahar is a great doctor.

5.0

November 24, 2025

Friendly and efficient.

5.0

November 13, 2025

The best

5.0

November 10, 2025

So happy ,my Dr is so kind and concern about my health.

Sahar Askarinam, MD

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