Dr. Peter C. Galier, MD | Santa Monica, CA | Internist

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Dr. Peter Galier has practiced internal medicine for 35 years and is affiliated with Providence Saint Johns Health Center and UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center. He treats high cholesterol in children and teens, hyperlipidemia, and hypertension, and performs physical therapy, strength training, and occupational therapy. He earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and sees patients in Santa Monica and Los Angeles, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Galier 4.6 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
4.6

40 Ratings
35 years of experience
speaks English
David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla
11 written reviews
1 specialty
6 areas of expertise
2 hospital affiliations
4 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Galier's Ratings and Reviews

4.6

40 Ratings with 11 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 8 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (21) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Had a good bedside manner: (21) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Spent time with me: (21) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (19) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (20) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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Hands down thee best physician I have ever seen! Has been my Dr. for 20 years now! Great diagnostician, thorough, spends whatever time is needed, very kind and genuinely concerned about his patients individual health, wonderful referrals, incredibly fast returned emails, plus RX refills, great office staff. I feel like the luckiest person in the world, ESPECIALLY when I hear friend's stories of their MD's.

March 25th, 2020

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Found the right diagnosis after many years and doctors trying

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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August 18th, 2018

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Best diagnostician ever. No stone unturned. Most personable doctor ever. Takes no insurance, but is worth every dollar!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 24th, 2016

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None better, in my opinion.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 25th, 2015

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Dr. Galier is awesome. He is truly a caring physician who wants what's best for his patients. We have known him for over 20 years. He listens to you & hears what you are saying. He is definitely a keeper

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 22nd, 2015

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The absolute best diagnostician. Able to diagnose my issue with comprehensive review of all my previous work ups, and found the one test not done that was the key. A God of medicine

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 29th, 2015

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Dr. Galier is one of a kind. He is everything and more that you would hope your physician could ever be. He has a great sense of humor, wonderful caring way with his patients, great ability to diagnose and treat, will refer out readily when necessary and has little tolerance for stupidity. He is highly respected by his peers and those that work with him as well as his patients. I wish there were more Drs. around like him.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 6th, 2012

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We appreciate the consistently fine care you have given us over these 11 years. In contrast, we are always amazed at the lack of good care that friends recieve. We deem ourselves lucky to have you and to benefit from the impeccably high quality of referrals for other health issues. We appreciate you accessibility via emails and the sharing of reports in a very timely manner. Thank you!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 15th, 2011

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Dr. Galier is a great doctor. It is easy to communicate with him and he is prompt in all his responses. He always asks the right questions and listens to me. He is my main doctor and I truly rely on him.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 29th, 2010

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I have been seeing Dr. Galier for years. He is prompt with his emails, has great bedside manner, is caring about his patients, and is a key member of my health team. I can't praise him enough

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 12th, 2010

Premier Health Partners Of Santa Monica

1260 15th St Ste 1415Santa Monica, CA 90404

Tel: (310) 395-7471

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center

1250 16th StSanta Monica, CA 90404

Tel: (310) 825-9111

Providence Saint Johns Health Center

2121 Santa Monica BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404

Tel: (310) 829-5511

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200 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 365CLos Angeles, CA 90095

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Dr. Peter Charles Galier, MD	Eric Harker	Dr. Rajmeet Kaur Mann, MD	Dr. Adama Diarra, DO
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.6 (40 Ratings)	4 (8 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (3 Ratings)
35 Years of Experience	25 Years of Experience	8 Years of Experience	14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English, French, Bambara
Santa Monica , CA	Lyons , CO	Rocklin , CA	Tigard , OR
Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla	Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine	Med School: American University Of Antigua College Of Medicine	Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Dr. Peter Charles Galier 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 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Galier's NPI number is 1043245640.

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What languages does Dr. Peter Galier speak?: Dr. Peter Galier speaks English.
Does Dr. Peter Galier accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Peter Galier has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Peter Galier affiliated with?: Dr. Peter Galier is affiliated with Providence Saint Johns Health Center and Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center.
Does Dr. Peter Galier accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Peter Galier accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Peter Galier's office located?: Dr. Peter Galier's office is located at 1260 15th St Ste 1415, Santa Monica, CA, 90404.

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