Summary

Dr. Christopher Pietras specializes in internal medicine with advanced training in hospice and palliative medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine and completed his residency at Scripps Mercy Hospital. With 19 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Pietras brings extensive expertise to caring for patients with complex medical conditions.

Dr. Pietras practices at Ronald Reagan University of California Los Angeles Medical Center and UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center in Los Angeles and Santa Monica, California. He focuses on providing compassionate care for patients dealing with cancer pain and respiratory failure, including pediatric cases. His expertise includes hospice care, palliative care, and life-prolonging treatments that help improve quality of life for patients and their families. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 3
  • 19 years of experience
  • Scripps Mercy Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Christopher Jon Pietras has 2 locations

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
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19 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Tamil
Los Angeles , CAScottsdale , AZLyons , COLos Altos , CA
Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Christopher Jon Pietras

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Christopher Jon Pietras has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Christopher Jon Pietras has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Scripps Mercy Hospital

Medical School

University Of California San Francisco School Of MedicineGraduated in 2007

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Christopher Pietras affiliated with?
Dr. Christopher Pietras is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Ronald Reagan University Of California Los Angeles Medical Center, and UCLA MATTEL CHILDRENS HOSPITAL.
Does Dr. Christopher Pietras accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Christopher Pietras accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Christopher Pietras accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Christopher Pietras has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Christopher Pietras accepting new patients?
Dr. Christopher Pietras has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Christopher Pietras's office located?
Dr. Christopher Pietras's office is located at 757 Westwood Plz, Los Angeles, CA, 90095.

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