Accepting New Patients
Shih-Fan Sun, MD
- Internal Medicine
Average rating:
5.0
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.
Palos Verdes Primary & Specialty Care
|
501 Deep Valley Drive, Suite 100, Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
US
About
Dr. Shih-Fan Sun is a primary care physician who practices in Palos Verdes. His clinical interests include preventive medicine, routine healthcare for adults and the management of acute and chronic diseases.
Dr. Sun received his medical degree from the Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, where he was inducted into the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at UCLA. Prior to his medical training, he worked as an emergency medical technician in Torrance. He received his undergraduate degree in biochemistry from UCLA, graduating cum laude.
In addition to his clinical responsibilities, Dr. Sun loves contributing to medical education by teaching medical students and taking global health trips to places including Belize and Mexico.
Dr. Sun is a South Bay local who graduated as valedictorian from West Torrance High School. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, trying different ethnic foods, watching sci-fi movies and animal documentaries, fishing, and spending time with family and friends.
Languages
Education
Medical Board Certification
Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2017
Residency
Internal Medicine, UCLA School of Medicine, 2017
Degree
MD, Wayne State University School of Medicine, 2014
Recognitions
- Super Doctors® Southern California Rising Stars 2024, 2025
- Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
Locations
Hospital Affiliations
Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
Areas of Focus
Research
Publications
- Hanna RM, Selamut U, Bui P, Sun SF, Shenouda O, Nobakht N, Barsoum M, Arman F, Rastogi A. Case Report: Acute Kidney Injury after Pembrolizumab-Induced Adrenalitis and Adrenal Insufficiency. Case Reports in Nephrology and Dialysis (Karger). 2018;8:171-177. Epub 2018 Aug.
- Hanna RM, Sun SF, Gaynor P. A Case of Ertapenem Neurotoxicity Resulting in Vocal Tremor and Altered Mentation in a Dialysis Dependent Liver Transplant Patient. Antibiotics. 2019, 8 (1), 1; doi.org/10.3390/antibiotics8010001
- Zuo ZC, Meng YY, Yu XH, Zhang ZL, Feng DS, Sun SF, Liu B, Lin CT. A Study of the Blue-Light-Dependent Phosphorylation, Degradation, and Photobody Formation of Arabidopsis CRY2. Molecular Plant. 2012 May;5(3):200-7. Epub 2012 Feb 6.
Insurance
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Blue Shield of California
- Centivo
- Cigna
- First Health
- Health Net of California
- Interplan (part of HealthSmart)
- L.A. Care
- 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 2024, 2025
- Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
Reviews
Overall Rating:
5.0
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.
374 total ratings | 204 reviews
5.0
March 25, 2025
The doctor is great
5.0
March 24, 2025
He was very patient, professional, efficient and thoughtful
5.0
March 20, 2025
Very professional very efficient worked well as usual with Doctor son.
5.0
March 20, 2025
Very clear explanation Very patient to listen
5.0
March 18, 2025
Very easy to communicate with. Seemed very thorough.
5.0
March 17, 2025
Dr Sun is always thorough but today we discussed and acted upon health matters that are sure to prove beneficial and with hope, improve some matters I have been dealing with over some months I was referred to Two separate labs for testing Im glad
5.0
March 13, 2025
Excellent!!!
5.0
March 11, 2025
Dr. Sun was very kind, informative and thorough. I did not feel rushed although it was an immediate care visit. I have high regards for Dr. Sun.
5.0
March 11, 2025
He is always great. Caring, informative, non judgmental but firm in recommendations and information.
5.0
March 10, 2025
Good listener.
5.0
March 7, 2025
The doctor answered patiently and was professional and responsible.
5.0
March 6, 2025
Great patient engagement
5.0
March 5, 2025
Dr is always very caring and receptive
5.0
March 5, 2025
He listens well and is very kind and polite.
5.0
March 5, 2025
Very efficient and took time to explain recent results
4.0
March 4, 2025
Went to him for severe cough, congestion and severe headache. He gave me good advice.
5.0
March 4, 2025
He is intelligent, listens, and cares.
5.0
March 3, 2025
Response quickly for my request to see doctor. Dr Sun is very knowledgeable and patient to listen my questions and give me abounded advice. Great job !
5.0
March 3, 2025
Enough time to address our concern and getting care. Kind and efficient
5.0
February 28, 2025
Very good. Follow up in 6 months.
5.0
February 26, 2025
Very efficient. Listened to all concerns and addressed them appropriately.
5.0
February 25, 2025
It was fast and informative. Everyone was polite and caring.
5.0
February 25, 2025
Dr Sun is very kind, understanding and thorough. Always explains test results and makes sure I don’t leave with questions unanswered.
5.0
February 22, 2025
As a patient, I appreciate availability of medical care on the same day is needed!! And that is UCLA intermediate care.
5.0
February 21, 2025
Very attentive and respectful
5.0
February 20, 2025
Everyone was nice. And things went very quickly. Dr spent some time on my annual check up to ask if I had any questions or concerns.
5.0
February 20, 2025
Dr Sun is very thoroughl and he listens
5.0
February 19, 2025
Dr Sun was well informed about my recent hospital stay. He explainer the reason for my problem and what I need to do to prevent it from ever happening again. The staff is always friendly and very competent.
5.0
February 19, 2025
Good overall patient experience as part of my annual physical. Dr Sun takes the time to listen to listen to his patients and provides thoughtful advice and perspective.
5.0
February 19, 2025
Dr Sun was very thorough and understanding. I appreciate his help…
5.0
February 17, 2025
My doctor is excellent proficient and listens to what I have to say very very special to me
5.0
February 14, 2025
He is the best doctor and lucky I have him as the primary doctor.
5.0
February 13, 2025
Amazingly polite and thoughtful. Great bedside manner!
5.0
February 13, 2025
Dr. Sun is the best. He's knowledgeable, thorough, friendly, efficient, everything you want or need in a PCP. I am so grateful to have transitioned to him from a concierge service. Way better.
5.0
February 13, 2025
Great and informative, Doctor and nurses were great.
5.0
February 12, 2025
Thank you for discussing all my issues with me
5.0
February 12, 2025
Very comfortable, relax and happy.
5.0
February 12, 2025
Great experience
5.0
February 10, 2025
Very knowledgeable, attentive, caring, thorough. Really listened to me and offered up all options.
5.0
February 7, 2025
We’re very happy with Dr Sun who answered our questions well.
5.0
February 4, 2025
Dr Sun was very professional and helpful. He responded to my questions and provided information if needed. I feel very comfortable with Dr. Sun.
5.0
February 4, 2025
Concerned about symptoms I was experiencing. Dr checked my chart And able to relieve my fear that I might be experience signs of a stroke.
5.0
February 3, 2025
Very kind , considerate, and knowledgeable
5.0
January 28, 2025
Didn’t have to wait. Doctor was kind and explained well. Great doctor and visit
4.0
January 28, 2025
Terrific and timely. Great advice and explanation. Fast service. Provided good learnings about something new to me
5.0
January 27, 2025
thorough and easy to understand
5.0
January 24, 2025
Doctor thoroughly goes through the medical history and areas possible need attention. Also on the next step to monitor and follow up on health concerns
5.0
January 23, 2025
Dr Sun is exceptional. He is very knowledgeable, efficient, and friendly. I feel fortunate to have him as my physician.
5.0
January 22, 2025
He is very professional, caring, excellent communicator. Wants to make sure our questions are answered.
5.0
January 22, 2025
He was a great listener. I felt super cared for, and all my questions were answered / all my referrals were fulfilled.
5.0
January 21, 2025
Always the nicest, professional, helpful people at this office. Doing pre-op, and room was already setup to do the EKG and blood draw.
5.0
January 21, 2025
I trust Dr. Sun. He is very professional and knowledgeable and friendly.
5.0
January 16, 2025
I did not have to wait long in the waiting room And doctor Sun was informative and listened well as he always does.
5.0
January 13, 2025
You couldn’t do any better.
5.0
January 10, 2025
Nice work
5.0
January 10, 2025
Dr Sun is a gteat doctor
5.0
January 9, 2025
Dr. Shih-Fan Sun was very respectful, efficient, and kind.
5.0
January 9, 2025
Dr Sun is fantastic!!!
5.0
January 8, 2025
Amazing doctor
5.0
January 2, 2025
Dr. Sun was very helpful and respectful during the entire visit. I am a new patient with Dr. Sun but I feel very comfortable in my choice…
5.0
January 2, 2025
Very professional and kind
5.0
January 2, 2025
Excellent. Doctor answered all my questions and was very thorough.
5.0
December 19, 2024
Knowledgeable, friendly, interested in communicating
5.0
December 18, 2024
Quick, thorough, listens to his patients, outstanding demeanor. Very happy with Dr Sun
5.0
December 18, 2024
Doctor is very nice
5.0
December 17, 2024
Dr. Sun was amazing and answered every question I had
5.0
December 17, 2024
Great visit. Easy to use.
5.0
December 17, 2024
He was very clear with addressing my symptoms and explaining his reasoning for giving me an EKG and chest x-ray to determine my diagnosis and the treatment plan. Dr. Sun answered all of my questions.
5.0
December 11, 2024
Dr Sun is always kind and supportive
5.0
December 10, 2024
Dr Sun is great, very caring and accommodating.
5.0
December 10, 2024
He is attentive and knowledgeable and pleasant
5.0
December 10, 2024
Sun is the best primary care physician I’ve ever had.
5.0
December 9, 2024
Everyone at UCLA MEDICAL RPV is great and also very friendly!
5.0
December 9, 2024
Dr. Sun is excellent.
5.0
December 6, 2024
He is always eager to listen and make a plan to improve my health
5.0
December 4, 2024
Dr. Sun really listens to me! He is always helpful throughout the year and especially at my annual physical which was today
5.0
December 4, 2024
Very helpfull for me
5.0
December 4, 2024
Dr Sun is always helpful to solve my issues. Very kind, caring to his patients. I am so happy to have him as my doctor.
5.0
December 3, 2024
Doctor was very kind and informative
5.0
December 2, 2024
Very happy with Dr Sun. Staff took me right in and I like all the in-house options very pleased first time there.
4.0
November 26, 2024
It was fast and informative.
5.0
November 26, 2024
Dr Sun is always professional and patient. I never feel rushed and always addresses my questions and concerns thoroughly.
5.0
November 25, 2024
Dr. Sun very congenial, thorough and caring.
5.0
November 25, 2024
Dr Sun is always so kind and caring for his patients. I am so happy to be his patient.
5.0
November 20, 2024
Great
5.0
November 19, 2024
Dr Sun is nice. He explained my test results clearly!
5.0
November 19, 2024
Dr. Sun is an excellent physician.
5.0
November 19, 2024
Great!
5.0
November 18, 2024
It was a positive and informative experience. The doctor answered all my questions and concerns. He looked at my numbers in comparison with historic trends.
5.0
November 15, 2024
Patience with patients. Very thorough but also fast. I still have a question about what to do when my legs and feet tingle. But we covered a lot of ground.
5.0
November 14, 2024
Thorough and pleasant as usual.
5.0
November 13, 2024
Dr Sun takes his time to check out what’s bothering me and answers all my questions. I never feel like I’m bothering him. He’s very amiable and patient.
5.0
November 12, 2024
He's always pleasant, intelligent and thorough. He actually listens to concerns and addresses them with options. He's probably the best physician I've had.
5.0
November 7, 2024
Comfortable, got more informations how to take care my health.
5.0
November 6, 2024
He addressed all my needs and listened
5.0
November 6, 2024
Always good
4.0
November 6, 2024
Very good
5.0
November 5, 2024
He is one of the best doctor I have known!
5.0
November 5, 2024
Dr. Sun had detailed my heart condition. Provided valuable information.
5.0
November 5, 2024
Thank you very much🙏 My Dr Sun。doctor and nurse are very loving, patient, meticulous and responsible. The doctors, nurses and front desk staff made me feel loved, cared for and responsible. Thank you again🙏
5.0
November 5, 2024
Very easy and smooth
5.0
November 5, 2024
Dr Sun was very courteous and knowledgeable.
5.0
November 4, 2024
Very professional. Matter of fact. Explains why. Lovely personal presence.
5.0
October 31, 2024
Very kind and understanding
5.0
October 30, 2024
It was an excellent experience with detailed attention. I was promptly brought in from the waiting room, and all my questions were answered thoroughly.
5.0
October 28, 2024
very good bedside manner/ friendly and helpful. i didn't have too much to discuss but felt he wasn't rushing me out/ was willing to answer questions i had
5.0
October 23, 2024
Quick and thorough
5.0
October 23, 2024
I trust Dr Sun and appreciate his expertise, efficiency, and friendly demeanor. All of the medical and office staff there do a great job
5.0
October 22, 2024
Very good visit
5.0
October 21, 2024
Good doctor. Easy to work with. Listens to what you have to say.
5.0
October 18, 2024
Dr sun had don his homework in preparation for my annual physical. He had read my chart thoroughly
5.0
October 18, 2024
Thorough & professional. Answered all questions thoroughly.
5.0
October 17, 2024
Very attentive and heipfull
5.0
October 17, 2024
I was listened to, appreciated and well cared for.
5.0
October 16, 2024
Dr Sun is excellent Listens and explains in an efficient manner. I recommend him and even my son gets his physical with him and he lives in another state The front desk was nice. The phlebotomist was so good I didn’t even feel the needle.
5.0
October 15, 2024
Dr. Sun is a wonderful, caring, kind Dr. who always takes good care of his patients. And asking about how am I doing etc. I feel so fortunate to have Dr. Sun as my primary doctor.
5.0
October 15, 2024
I give Dr. Sun 10 out of 10. He was very caring, listened to my issues and took action for my health concerns.
5.0
October 14, 2024
He was professional and informative
5.0
October 10, 2024
Very good. Answer all my questions until I fully understand.
5.0
October 9, 2024
Great hearing and great explanation
5.0
October 2, 2024
Pleasant and thorough
5.0
October 1, 2024
He was professional and kind and understanding. I am. Decius about my upcoming surgery and addressed all my questions. He is a real credit to his profession and the best I have ever had!
5.0
October 1, 2024
Good experience!
5.0
September 26, 2024
It’s always a great experience because my doctors always answer my questions and always gives me the proper information
4.0
September 25, 2024
I feel like I could have been told more information on what I’m supposed to do to solve the issue
5.0
September 24, 2024
Love the nurse who took care of me. Personable, talented, and quick.
5.0
September 24, 2024
Quick appt, Dr Sun diagnosed my shoulder problem, recommended simple approach before escalating to next level - a very rational approach
5.0
September 24, 2024
Thank you for being such a caring and professional doctor. You listen and help take care of all of my health problems. You are the best doctor and your staff is wonderful too. You all deserve a holiday bonus.
5.0
September 19, 2024
Dr Sun is great! He is very knowledgeable, patient & very very nice. Answer all questions clearly & patiently. I have pockets in my colon so I was very concerned. He showed me pictures of colon pockets. Told me pockets are very common & rarely caused problems . Watch for pain & fever and antibiotics will take care of the problem. That really put my mind at ease!!😊 He even showed me where the bathroom for mine urine test & where I should place the sample. Referral for physical therapist is already done since the therapists have already called me. Prescriptions are always placed quickly whenever I text him!!
5.0
September 17, 2024
Dr. Sun is attentive, caring, and professional.
5.0
September 17, 2024
Very polite , knowledgable ,
5.0
September 13, 2024
Dr. Sun is very helpful and accommodating.
5.0
September 13, 2024
My doctor is very knowledgeable and professional who cares for my health issues.
5.0
September 12, 2024
Dr Sun is friendly, efficient, engaged, and knowledgeable. It is a pleasure to see him.
5.0
September 12, 2024
Attentive and thorough
5.0
September 11, 2024
Always thorough and very helpful
5.0
September 11, 2024
Great staff and doc visit. This was my first visit and very thorough
5.0
September 10, 2024
Dr Sun, is incredible and caring professional. I am very confident in his medical assessments and medical care knowledge.
5.0
September 10, 2024
Dr Sun is knowledgeable friendly and awesome
5.0
September 7, 2024
Short wait time. Treated with courtesy and respect. Dr Sun addressed all of my concerns and questions. I’m very pleased with my Care team.
5.0
September 5, 2024
Kind . Smart . Understandable
5.0
September 4, 2024
Excellence
5.0
September 4, 2024
Very caring and thorough
5.0
September 4, 2024
Dr. Sun and his team are always very professional and caring.
5.0
September 4, 2024
Doctor was thorough with diagnosis.
5.0
September 4, 2024
It was great to get connected with your physician soon after I arrived - despite the fact that I didn’t have an appointment. He provided me the information I needed to know about the discomfort I was experiencing. And I am feeling better now.
5.0
September 4, 2024
Dr Sun is always thorough and caring.
5.0
September 3, 2024
Professional and cares about his patients.
5.0
August 30, 2024
I went in for a routine annual physical with my doc. I did my blood work beforehand and he went over the results with me.
5.0
August 30, 2024
Genuinely warm, prepared, thorough and knowledgeable about my recent history.
5.0
August 29, 2024
From the beginning of my visit everyone was kind and caring. Dr Sun listened to me and gave me good advice and a treatment plan. Very grateful
5.0
August 29, 2024
Nice. Personable. Attentive.
5.0
August 28, 2024
Very professional and complete. I could not be more pleased.
4.0
August 27, 2024
Dr.Sun is always cheerful and pleasant to talk to. He seems to ask pertinent questions and answers my questions with knowledge and understanding.
5.0
August 27, 2024
Dr Sun is always thorough and explains issues. He also allows for questions. He is always on time.
5.0
August 23, 2024
He listens to me and is helping me understand my blood results.
5.0
August 19, 2024
He answered all my questions regarding my diabetes. He also very friendly. He sent me the comment regarding my blood test the following day really appreciate good experience.
5.0
August 19, 2024
Dr Sun reviewed my lab results, explained everything for my understanding. Asked me some follow up questions from previously discussed issues and had x-rays taken for my knees. Great experience!
5.0
August 19, 2024
Dr. Sun is very professional and very friendly He took an x-ray of my hand and read it while I was there, which I appreciate it and gave me a call the next day to tell me what the technician reported and everybody at that office is professional and friendly
5.0
August 19, 2024
Excellent
5.0
August 13, 2024
Professional, friendly,
5.0
August 8, 2024
Very pleasant and caring.
5.0
August 7, 2024
He is a wonderful doctor. I am very pleased to have a doctor like him.
5.0
August 6, 2024
Dr. Sun was very informative and explained everything in a way that was easy for me to understand. He gave me options and explained the pros and cons which I really appreciated. He was professional and kind which made it easy for me to ask questions. He’s an excellent physician and really listened to my questions and I feel very fortunate that he’s my physician.
5.0
August 6, 2024
Listened to my concerns, sympathetic, clear explanation of assessment, and clear advice re treatment
5.0
August 6, 2024
Dr Sun is a great doctor good bed matters good listener wonderful all the way around
5.0
August 5, 2024
Very kind and good explanation and information about my questions!
5.0
August 5, 2024
Doctor answered my questions and gave thorough information.
5.0
August 2, 2024
Dr Sun is an amazing doctor. He always makes me feel listened to and never rushed. I truly appreciate him.
5.0
August 1, 2024
Dr Sun was very professional and friendly and listened to my concerns
5.0
July 31, 2024
Excellent
5.0
July 31, 2024
Listen patiently to the patient's condition, Friendly and professional
5.0
July 30, 2024
Excellent
5.0
July 30, 2024
Always a pleasure to see Dr. Sun & his beautiful smile. He was most helpful.
5.0
July 30, 2024
Dr. Sun is knowledgable, compassionate, and responsive.
5.0
July 30, 2024
He suggested an xray just in case which was a good consideration.
5.0
July 30, 2024
Dr Sun is an outstanding doctor. He listens to my problems patiently and makes good judgments. He is very knowledgeable and caring. I am very lucky to be his patient. Thank you, Dr Sun!
5.0
July 25, 2024
Good listener. Great bedside manner
5.0
July 25, 2024
Excellent
5.0
July 24, 2024
Dr Sun is such a kind, caring doctor who listens and provides excellent guidance. He is proactive in getting issues solved.
5.0
July 24, 2024
I very much appreciate the care he took to fully understand my concerns and explain to me the reasons behind his diagnosis and advise, and the extra efforts he took to schedule my tests.
5.0
July 24, 2024
I went in for a physical and was out of there in a half hour. And that included the doctor answering lots of questions from me
5.0
July 23, 2024
Professional and my issues were addressed.
5.0
July 22, 2024
Questions answered and discussed fully. Video call was easy and completely effective. Loved it.
5.0
July 19, 2024
Caring
4.0
July 19, 2024
Very good!!
5.0
July 18, 2024
Dr. Sun fit me in to his schedule even though he didn’t have an appointment available. I really appreciate it because I had a time sensitive issue to discuss with him.
5.0
July 17, 2024
Dr Sun made room on his calendar to see me even though he was very booked. We had a very productive appointment and I’m now on meds to resolve my medical issue.
5.0
July 17, 2024
Responded to all my questions with patience and details.
5.0
July 15, 2024
Dr Sun was welcoming, knowledgeable, and extremely supportive in all aspects of the visit.i am sooooo happy that he is my primary physician -thank you
5.0
July 15, 2024
I received awareness of several physical issues that I will now address. Dr. Sun was warm and professional.
5.0
July 15, 2024
Dr. Sun is very thorough, knowledgeable and explains about my test results, symptoms and questions. He recommends proper specialty doctors for my case and listens to me. He is efficient and still takes enough time, making sure I understand about my condition and necessary actions to take. I am really happy to have him as my doctor.
5.0
July 12, 2024
He is thorough and doesn’t rush through the appointment.
5.0
July 11, 2024
He listener carefully and made some changes to my meds
5.0
July 11, 2024
I was establishing care with Dr. Sun and I feel the visit was thorough and efficient.
5.0
July 10, 2024
Dr. Sun is an excellent Doctor. He is so thoughtful and kind. I needed an Application for disabled person placard, Dr. already had the application form available and filling it out while I waited. All I have to do is to fill out my name and address. Dr. Sun also told me AAA offers this service to their members. I do have membership with AAA, will go to the local office tomorrow.
5.0
July 10, 2024
Very helpful and thorough. Checked all concerns
5.0
July 9, 2024
A great doctor
5.0
July 8, 2024
Concerned about my condition and had read the notes from the triage nurse
5.0
July 3, 2024
He is very good, thorogj and caring
5.0
July 3, 2024
Quick and professional yet personal annual checkup!
5.0
July 2, 2024
Great doctor, always easy to talk to.
5.0
July 2, 2024
Dr. Sun is positive, good natured and explained my situation in a clear, concise manner. Excellent approach.
5.0
July 1, 2024
Dr Sun is the epitome of excellence. My family and I appreciate his personable care and knowledgeable expertise