4.9
399 Ratings with 394 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Mark Needham is a family medicine physician with 45 years of experience caring for patients and families in the Santa Monica community. He earned his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University and completed his internship and residency at Santa Monica Hospital in the early 1980s. Dr. Needham speaks English and has dedicated nearly five decades to providing comprehensive primary care.
Dr. Needham practices at Santa Monica Family Physicians and is affiliated with UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center in Santa Monica, California. He treats common conditions such as acne, allergies, and anxiety and depression. His practice focuses on camp physicals, cancer screening, and managing chronic diseases. Patients rate Dr. Needham 4.9 out of 5 stars for his care.
Dr. Needham practices at Santa Monica Family Physicians and is affiliated with UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center in Santa Monica, California. He treats common conditions such as acne, allergies, and anxiety and depression. His practice focuses on camp physicals, cancer screening, and managing chronic diseases. Patients rate Dr. Needham 4.9 out of 5 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts
- 45 years of experience
- 23 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Santa Monica Hospital
- 394 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 45 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese | |
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| Med School: Case Western Reserve University | Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Mark Richard Needham
Medical Specialties
Mark Richard Needham has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Mark Richard Needham has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
45 Years Experience
Mark Richard Needham holds an expired medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Santa Monica Hospital in 1984.
Internship
Completed their internship at Santa Monica Hospital in 1982.
Medical School
Graduated from Case Western Reserve University in 1981.
NPI Number
Mark Richard Needham's NPI number is 1578590659.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What languages does Mark Needham speak?
- Mark Needham speaks English.
- Where is Mark Needham's office located?
- Mark Needham's office is located at 901 Wilshire Blvd # 3, Santa Monica, CA, 90401.
- Which hospitals is Mark Needham affiliated with?
- Mark Needham is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center.
- How can I make an appointment with Mark Needham?
- You can find contact information for Mark Needham here on Vitals.
- Is Mark Needham accepting new patients?
- Mark Needham has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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