Dr. James Robert Tipton, MD

I made the perfect decision when I joined Kaiser Permanente, leaving behind a full-time faculty position at UCLA. I I don't need to worry about running a business. I can focus on taking care of my patients, knowing that I can easily arrange for the tests, medicines or appointments that they need. As new features are rolled out on this Web page, I look forward to being able to provide links to health education materials, helping you get the best information to assist in caring for your children.

Biography
I am a third-generation native Californian. I grew up in the wonderfully multi-cultural community of San Pedro. I loved science classes, graduated at the top of my high school class, and entered UCLA as a biology major, proudly the first person in my extended family to have the opportunity to attend college. I thought of a career in medicine from early on, and my plans gelled when I worked two summers in the outpatient department at Childrens Hospital Los Angeles. I fell in love …with the thought of a career caring for children. I am an associate clinical professor of pediatrics at UCLA, where I teach medical students and residents - the young physicians of tomorrow.

About my practice
If a child has a stomach, intestinal or liver problem, the child's personal physician refers him or her to me. My staff calls the child's family and arranges an initial consultation appointment in the office. I encourage parents and caregivers most familiar with the child to attend that initial visit where we together decide what further tests or treatment would be most beneficial.

How I thrive
Family vacations, regular exercise, good food, music, reading, and following UCLA sports complement the enjoyment my medical practice brings to me.