Summary

Dr. Ralph Potkin is a pulmonologist specializing in critical care medicine and internal medicine with over five decades of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science and completed his residency at University of Washington Medical Center. His extensive background spans 51 years of dedicated patient care across multiple medical disciplines.

Dr. Potkin practices at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in West Hollywood, California, and maintains hospital affiliations with Southern California Hospital. He focuses on treating conditions such as familial lipid disorders, fatigue, and non-diabetic hyperglycemia. His expertise includes performing complete blood counts, thyroid hormone testing, and thyroxine evaluations to help diagnose and monitor various health conditions. Patients have rated Dr. Potkin 4.4 out of 5 stars on Vitals for his compassionate care and clinical expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.4
  • 51 years of experience
  • 5 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Washington Medical Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Cedars Sinai Medical Center

8700 Beverly BlvdWest Hollywood, CA 90048

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PulmonologyInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.4 
51 Years of Experience 51 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish
West Hollywood , CALos Angeles , CALos Angeles , CAChatsworth , CA
Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences Med School: Tehran University Of Medical Sciences Med School: New York Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ralph Terry Potkin

  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ralph Terry Potkin has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ralph Terry Potkin has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Asthma
  • Check-up
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Internal Medicine
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

Dr. Ralph Terry Potkin holds an inactive medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of California that expired in 2022.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Washington Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences in 1975.

NPI Number

Dr. Potkin's NPI number is 1710043096.

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Dr. Ralph Potkin's office is located at 8700 Beverly Blvd, West Hollywood, CA, 90048.
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