Summary

Dr. Joel Sarachek is a family medicine physician who has been caring for patients for over three decades. He earned his medical degree from the University of California Davis and completed his residency training in family practice at Santa Monica Hospital and Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center in 1995. Dr. Sarachek speaks English and brings extensive experience to his comprehensive family medicine practice.

Dr. Sarachek practices at Providence Saint Johns Health Center and sees patients at Primary Care Ocean Park in Santa Monica, California. He provides care for common skin conditions like acne, manages allergies, and offers support for anxiety and depression. His practice includes camp physicals for children, cancer prevention and screening services, and ongoing management of chronic diseases. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 34 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Santa Monica Hospital
  • 273 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

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4.9 
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34 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Armenian, Russian, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Santa Monica , CAChatsworth , CAArcadia , CAGlendale , CA
Med School: University of California Davis Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: Nova Southeastern University College Of Osteopathic
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joel Ivan Sarachek

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage PPO
  • Aetna PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross PPO
  • Blue Shield of CA HMO
  • Blue Shield of CA HMO - Trio
  • Blue Shield of CA Medicare Advantage
  • Blue Shield of CA PPO
  • Cigna HMO
  • Cigna PPO
  • Coventry/First Health PPO
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net PPO
  • HealthSmart (Interplan) PPO
  • Humana Medicare Advantage
  • Multiplan PPO
  • SCAN Medicare Advantage
  • TriWest - Tricare
  • United Healthcare HMO
  • United HealthCare PPO
  • US Family Health Plan - TriCare
  • Vivity by Anthem Blue Cross

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joel Ivan Sarachek has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joel Ivan Sarachek has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Santa Monica Hospital1995
Santa Monica UCLA Medical Medical Center Family Practice1995

Medical School

University of California DavisGraduated in 1992
University of California Davis School of MedicineGraduated in 1992

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Joel Sarachek accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Is Dr. Joel Sarachek accepting new patients?
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Where is Dr. Joel Sarachek's office located?
Dr. Joel Sarachek's office is located at 2701 Ocean Park Blvd Ste 118, Santa Monica, CA, 90405.
Which hospitals is Dr. Joel Sarachek affiliated with?
Dr. Joel Sarachek is affiliated with Providence Saint Johns Health Center.
What languages does Dr. Joel Sarachek speak?
Dr. Joel Sarachek speaks English.

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