Dr. Belinda Y. Ko, MD | Santa Monica, CA | Sports Medicine

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Dr. Belinda Ko is a board-certified family medicine physician and a fellowship-trained primary care sports medicine physician in Santa Monica, CA. Dr. Ko strives to treat patients of all ages, ethnicities, and backgrounds with compassion and respect. She believes in building a partnership with her patients to lead a healthier lifestyle and to improve their quality of life. She treats any patient with musculoskeletal pain - not just athletes.

accepting new patients
4.9

82 Ratings
25 years of experience
23 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
75 written reviews
1 award
3 specialties
2 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Female

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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4.9

82 Ratings with 75 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 10 Minutes

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Patients frequently commend Dr. Belinda Yah-Shin Ko for her exceptional listening skills, thoroughness, and compassionate care. She is recognized for providing clear explanations and offering personalized treatment plans, often resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction. However, one review noted a broader dissatisfaction with the overall healthcare system, unrelated to Dr. Ko's personal services. Overall, patients express high levels of gratitude and trust in her expertise and patient-centric approach.

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March 6th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Excellent care and treatment

February 24th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Ko listens to my concerns regarding pain management and provides me with options for pain relief. Either she takes care of my issues or she refers me to services that can help meet my needs. I'm currently in Physical Therapy.

February 19th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Ko is an excellent physician. She listens to my concerns with pain issues and provides me with suggestions on how to relieve my pain.

February 19th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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This provider really listened to me and gave a lot of useful info. My issues are with the overall care provided by Providence, no one is looking at the big picture. But Dr. Ko is wonderful

February 4th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Ko was very respectful. I look forward to my return visit after the results of the test and PT has been completed

December 19th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Ko really took her time with me to listen to my history and go through the injection that I received step by step. I really appreciated her taking the time that she did.

December 18th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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I'm so appreciative to be able to get into see Dr. Ko soon after I make the appointment. She's also a fantastic doctor that listens to your concerns, explains things so you can understand, and always is helpful in pointing you in the right direction, She's an unusually wonderful physician.

December 12th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Excellent care. Doctor is very competent and was very helpful.

December 8th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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I am very happy with all clinician specialists at St John's. Excellent care.

November 19th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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2021 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 245ESanta Monica, CA 90404

Tel: (310) 829-0199


Dr. Belinda Yah-Shin Ko, MD	Dr. Moin Salah, MD, MBA	Cheryl King Bland	Marjorie Co Hechanova
Sports Medicine	Sports Medicine	Nurse Practitioner	Nurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.9 (82 Ratings)	4.3 (4 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
25 Years of Experience	19 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks Tagalog, Spanish	Speaks Spanish, Tagalog
Santa Monica , CA	Marina Del Rey , CA	Canoga Park , CA	Panorama City , CA
Med School: Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine	Med School: Ross University, School of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Harbor-UCLA Medical Center2005

Los Angeles County-Harbor-UCLA Medical Center2005

Harbor UCLA Medical Center Sports Medicine2005

Residency

UCLA Medical Center2004

University of California Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine2004

Internship

UCLA Medical Center2002

University of California Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine2002

Medical School

Pennsylvania State University College of MedicineGraduated in 2001

Pennsylvania State University AbingtonGraduated in 2001

Pennsylvania StateGraduated in 2001

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Where is Dr. Belinda Ko's office located?: Dr. Belinda Ko's office is located at 2021 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 245E, Santa Monica, CA, 90404.
Which hospitals is Dr. Belinda Ko affiliated with?: Dr. Belinda Ko is affiliated with Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center San Pedro.
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Does Dr. Belinda Ko accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Yes, Dr. Belinda Ko accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.
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