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Sina Emami, MD

Nephrology

Average rating: 4.8

266 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.

Encino Specialty Care |

15503 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 170 Encino, CA 91436 US

818-783-0004

+1 more location

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Languages

English

Education

Medical Board Certification

Nephrology, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2018

Fellowship

Nephrology, George Washington University School of Medicine, 2018

Residency

Internal Medicine, Prince George's Hospital Center, 2014

Degree

MD, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences and Health Services, 2004

Locations

San Fernando Valley

Encino Specialty Care

Cardiology| Cardiac Imaging| Allergy and Immunology

+9 more specialties

15503 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 170 Encino, CA 91436 US

Location Details

Conejo Valley

Westlake Village Triunfo Primary & Specialty Care

Family Medicine| Internal Medicine| Rheumatology

+4 more specialties

141 Triunfo Canyon Road, Suite 110 Westlake Village, CA 91361 US

Location Details

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

757 Westwood Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90095 US

UCLA West Valley Medical Center

7300 Medical Center Drive
West Hills, CA 91307 US

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
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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.

266 total ratings | 150 reviews

5.0

September 30, 2026

I love the Dr he is the most kind and caring Dr. 10 out of 10

5.0

September 28, 2026

Very thorough and gave detailed answers to my questions.

4.0

September 25, 2026

Very fast

5.0

September 25, 2026

Very through and right to the point. Made me feel much better. Said I can eat more foods as long as I watch my blood pressure. Good visit.

5.0

September 24, 2026

Good

5.0

September 23, 2026

Best doctor nice service

5.0

September 21, 2026

He was very thorough and reassuring. Gave me ideas of what to do when I get my blood tested.

5.0

September 18, 2026

He asked the needed questions to provide the medical care I need. Everything was taken care of. He was friendly and professional.

5.0

September 11, 2026

Doctor saw me right on time. Very knowledgeable and professional.

5.0

September 9, 2026

Dr Emami is thorough and knowledgeable.

5.0

September 9, 2026

Concise information and on time. Recommendations to improve health status.

5.0

September 5, 2026

Good experience very well taken care of

5.0

September 4, 2026

The doctor listen to me and answered every question. Very pleasant conversation. I am very pleased.

5.0

September 4, 2026

Great doctor! He listened to my concerns and he addressed them.

5.0

September 4, 2026

Great explanation of everything

5.0

September 2, 2026

Very knowledgeable Dr. He listened and responded to all my questions.

5.0

September 2, 2026

Great doctor knowledgeable and caring

4.0

August 28, 2026

Great explanation of test results

5.0

August 28, 2026

Very prompt, professional and knowledgeable

5.0

August 28, 2026

Wonderful doctor solved my issue

5.0

August 26, 2026

Everything went smoothly and I’m waiting the results from a urine test

5.0

August 26, 2026

Best doctor

5.0

August 26, 2026

Presented Dr. Emami with a clear problem. Dr. Emami provided a detailed explanation of the parameters involved, and provided a clear solution to the problem, in straightforward easy to understand terms.

5.0

August 24, 2026

It was informative and productive

5.0

August 20, 2026

Dr Emami answered all my questions.

5.0

August 17, 2026

Was good but short because in order now more about my condition I needed to have a some blood test. The intake persons and the nurse and the lab nurse were very nice.

4.0

August 13, 2026

Very prompt and reassuring

4.0

August 13, 2026

I thought the visit was a little bit rushed! Overall happy with the provider!

5.0

August 12, 2026

Always very good

4.0

August 11, 2026

Good

5.0

August 11, 2026

Very good doctor

5.0

August 10, 2026

Dr. Emami is always great. Very knowledgeable and helpful.

5.0

August 6, 2026

Liked the Dr! Don’t need anything else,

5.0

August 6, 2026

Explains well. Listens.

5.0

August 5, 2026

Dr Sima is a great Doctor

1.0

August 2, 2026

Single worst physician visit I’ve ever experienced. Given that I’ve seen specialists for 25+ years to manage chronic conditions I was shocked at the horrible service and lack of care,time and interest this physician provided.

5.0

July 31, 2026

Prompt and courteous

5.0

July 30, 2026

Excellent staff,very attentive , punctual and friendly doctor was thorough and I felt relaxed and he was as assuring.

5.0

July 29, 2026

Very professional and knowledgeable

5.0

July 24, 2026

He is thorough and answered all my questions.

5.0

July 24, 2026

Good bedside manners; made me feel safe & able 2 talk about anything& everything.

5.0

July 17, 2026

This was my first visit. It was very succinct into the point when answering my questions. He seems a very quickly grasp the some total of my illnesses and their impact on my kidneys. I feel highly about this my new doctor.

5.0

July 15, 2026

Dr Emami is always thorough in his review of my labs, medication & kidney function. I appreciate that he listens to me & provides me with good care.

5.0

July 15, 2026

I was impressed. The Dr. was precise and knowleadgeble in his field. And he was “on time”

4.0

July 14, 2026

Too fast in and out

5.0

July 13, 2026

He was very friendly and considerate; he reviewed my charts and lab results and concluded that indicators showed that medications were working, which was good news.

5.0

July 11, 2026

Easy and very thorough

5.0

July 10, 2026

The doctor explained the situation with my kidneys. He said based on my age, past years of tests, I have no kidney problems. And I can eat anything. I need calories and protein. I am okay.

5.0

July 10, 2026

Dr Emamimoghadam-Tehrani was pleasant, listened well and was informative.

5.0

July 10, 2026

The staff and doctor were very helpful and efficient.

5.0

July 9, 2026

Dr Explain well my symptoms and what to do about them

5.0

July 2, 2026

All good and easy.

5.0

June 26, 2026

The Dr was personable and I felt he really understood my issues and took the proper approach in my treatment

5.0

June 25, 2026

T was very helpful for me . He explained how is the results of my blood test

5.0

June 25, 2026

Dr Emami is the best

5.0

June 22, 2026

Excellent service

5.0

June 22, 2026

Dr was on time and very thorough. Nurse and office staff were very pleasant and helpful.

5.0

June 18, 2026

I'm am very happy with this Doctor. He listens when I talk to him and asks him questions. Makes me feel that I am doing well.

5.0

June 15, 2026

Excellent

5.0

June 11, 2026

He is great

5.0

May 28, 2026

Always quick, efficient and on time.

5.0

May 27, 2026

Good

5.0

May 20, 2026

Great

5.0

May 15, 2026

This appointment with Dr Emami was a routine check-in to discuss blood work results from several days earlier. Dr Emami is friendly and professional, going over my current results in comparison to previous tests. It is clear that he had prepared in advance of my visit. He then adjusted my medicine going forward. I appreciate Dr Emami.

5.0

May 14, 2026

Dr Emami is very thorough and caring.

5.0

May 14, 2026

I was at the clinic for follow-up appointments with my Cardiologist and Neurologist. Both Doctors were thorough with their examinations and explained my on-going treatment, I had questions that they answered to my understanding, The lobby was clean and all the nurses were friendly. my nurse who worked.with my Doctor was very pleasant. I left the Clinic feeling like I had a tuneup.

5.0

April 30, 2026

My provider was very thorough

5.0

April 29, 2026

My provider was very thorough

4.0

April 26, 2026

The appointment was a teleconference. Very short. He is nice

5.0

April 17, 2026

Very knowledgeable, good bed side manners. Session was very informative and to the point.

4.0

April 17, 2026

brief

5.0

April 16, 2026

Staff were friendly and doctor in time. No issues

5.0

April 16, 2026

Short video meeting . Went well!

5.0

April 15, 2026

Early. Familiar with my condition. Very clear.

5.0

April 13, 2026

Very helpful and professional

5.0

April 6, 2026

I love how efficient everything is, from checking in to getting lab work done!

5.0

April 2, 2026

Dr. Sima is amazing help me to improve my kidneys , I’m grateful with him

5.0

March 31, 2026

Very understanding doctor

5.0

March 26, 2026

Kind, thorough, helpful, informative and positive!

5.0

March 26, 2026

Thorough

5.0

March 25, 2026

Listened well. Professional.

5.0

March 23, 2026

Thank you greatly so much for your close attention and care.

5.0

March 23, 2026

He was analytical. He was sharp. He was focused, and he would leave a lot of stress that anxiety that I had regarding my kidneys.

3.0

March 19, 2026

My visit felt very rushed and items written in my after visit summary were not discussed

5.0

March 19, 2026

Dr Emami is always wonderful

3.0

March 19, 2026

Each of my meetings with Dr Emani has been very brief. Perfunctory. He always seems to be in a hurry.

5.0

March 17, 2026

Dr Emamimoghadam-Tehrani always explains things to me so I understand …..and makes me feel positive

5.0

March 17, 2026

Crowded office, but I waited only 5 minutes to see my Dr right on my scheduled time. This was my first visit here. Everyone was polite, efficient, professional, and pleasant. Thank you Dr & Staff, you were all Great!!!

5.0

March 16, 2026

Dr. Emamimoghadam-Tehrani adjusted my medication therapy and answered all of my questions.

5.0

March 11, 2026

It was very clear that he reviewed my chart as he knew of a recent procedure unrelated to his discipline. He also had reviewed my bloodwork prior to my arrival and summarized it nicely.

5.0

March 11, 2026

It was excellent. Short wait time

5.0

March 9, 2026

On time Nice and professional

5.0

February 25, 2026

I arrived 15 minutes early for my scheduled appointment in the hopes that they could get me in and out quickly. They did. Everyone was very efficient and professional.

5.0

February 24, 2026

He was direct and to the point. He checked in with me to see how I am doing then shared test results and face good direction about next steps. He was very efficient and I appreciated his manners and style

5.0

February 18, 2026

Very polite and answered every question

5.0

February 18, 2026

All staff helpful and Dr relieved my thoughts about my how to take care of my kidneys ….

5.0

February 17, 2026

It was good

5.0

February 13, 2026

excellent

5.0

February 13, 2026

Takes time to answer all questions. Very friendly. Very knowledgeable.

5.0

February 12, 2026

Informative, Professional, Calming to my fears

5.0

February 11, 2026

Always great

5.0

February 9, 2026

Dr. Emami was so friendly and helpful. He answered my questions and explained my test results. It was a very good visit.

5.0

February 8, 2026

On time, on point

5.0

February 5, 2026

Dr. Emami is an exceptional nephrologist and very caring.

5.0

January 30, 2026

Very little wait time and everyone is very nice. Dr. Emami is very kind and I really like him.

5.0

January 30, 2026

Everything went very well

5.0

January 30, 2026

Everything was explained to me in a clear manner.

5.0

January 29, 2026

Satisfied

5.0

January 29, 2026

Awesome! Went well

5.0

January 27, 2026

Went great

5.0

January 26, 2026

On time, very personal & explained all my tests in layman terms.

5.0

January 26, 2026

Thoughtful, efficient

5.0

January 26, 2026

Dr. Emami is terrific. He answered all of my questions and concerns. Thank you!

5.0

January 23, 2026

Another well educated doctor. Very friendly and efficient. Answered our questions, made followup after blood tests.

5.0

January 23, 2026

I was able to go from an in office visit to telehealth. He answered all my questions. I feel confident with his conclusions.

5.0

January 23, 2026

Knowledgeable

5.0

January 22, 2026

It was great always explains things

5.0

January 21, 2026

Very professional and productive!

5.0

January 16, 2026

I have no bad things to say. Dr. And his staff were great.

4.0

January 14, 2026

Good

5.0

January 13, 2026

Focused. Answered my questions. Had a clear plan.

5.0

January 11, 2026

Highly professional reception staff as well as outstanding appointment nurse with efficient prep process and excellent communication skills.

5.0

January 9, 2026

They were quick and accommodating. And they were appropriately professional.

5.0

January 9, 2026

Dr. Emami answered all of our questions.

5.0

January 6, 2026

All my questions were answered

5.0

January 5, 2026

Dr was helpful with good suggestions as to stone prevention, and prescribing a relatively harmless supplinent

5.0

December 31, 2025

He is the best

4.0

December 29, 2025

Very nice and informative. Answered my questions. Was not in a hurry.

5.0

December 18, 2025

They Docter ha been very friendly courteus and explained my health condition in a way that we understood.

5.0

December 18, 2025

Quick visit today. All good

5.0

December 17, 2025

The staff is very friendly, as is Dr Emami. He seems to really care about his patients and how they are progressing.

5.0

December 15, 2025

The doctor is wonderful about what to do next

4.0

December 13, 2025

Good

4.0

December 13, 2025

Quick and fast

5.0

December 12, 2025

I like Dr Emami. He is focused on my kidney issue with straight forward attention for treatment.

5.0

December 10, 2025

Every time is always quick and easy. Very thorough doctor. I like him and how he’s on everything. From labs to blood pressure I mean everything. I would definitely recommend him

5.0

December 4, 2025

He was quick, to the point and explained clearly what I needed to know. He was also friendly

5.0

December 3, 2025

I was a bit late and doctor still accommodated me. Very good care.

5.0

December 3, 2025

Professional direct.

5.0

November 26, 2025

Good

5.0

November 21, 2025

Good job

5.0

November 14, 2025

Offered explanations

5.0

November 14, 2025

He was patient, respectful, informative and helpful. Kind as well.

5.0

November 12, 2025

I arrived early and was taken early. Dr was very kind, warm and professional.

5.0

November 7, 2025

Very polite and helpful Dr

5.0

November 6, 2025

Did not make me wait

5.0

November 5, 2025

He was on time, listened and was very professional

5.0

November 5, 2025

Dr Emami reviews and evaluates my medical condition throughly. He professionally handles my case.

5.0

November 5, 2025

Very knowledgeable and courteous. Answered all my questions.

5.0

November 4, 2025

Doctor is warm ,care.

Sina Emami, MD

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Education

Medical Board Certification

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Residency

Degree

Locations

Encino Specialty Care

Westlake Village Triunfo Primary & Specialty Care

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

UCLA West Valley Medical Center

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