Summary

Dr. Richard Ross is a family medicine physician who has dedicated over five decades to providing comprehensive primary care to patients and families. He earned his medical degree from McGill University Faculty of Medicine and completed his medical training through an internship at St. Mary's Hospital in Canada, followed by residencies at McGill University St. Mary's Hospital and Physicians Regional Medical Center. With 51 years of experience in family medicine, Dr. Ross brings extensive knowledge and expertise to his practice. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Ross practices at Santa Monica Family Physicians and maintains an affiliation with UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center in Santa Monica, California. His clinical focus includes treating common conditions such as acne, allergies, and anxiety and depression. He provides essential services including camp physicals, cancer prevention and screening, and chronic disease management. Patients consistently rate Dr. Ross highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.9
  • 51 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Physicians Regional Medical Center
  • 217 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 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

Santa Monica Family Physicians

901 Wilshire Blvd # 3Santa Monica, CA 90401

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Richard Leon Ross, MDDr. Mona Salib Ghobrial, MDDr. Meena Oberoi, MDDr. Samantha Von Ins, MD
Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
51 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Arabic Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese
Santa Monica , CANewport Beach , CATorrance , CAPlacentia , CA
Med School: McGill University Faculty of Medicine Med School: Ain Shams University, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery Med School: King Georges Medical University Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Richard Leon Ross

  • 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

Richard Leon Ross has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Richard Leon Ross has the following 7 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

Richard Leon Ross 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 Physicians Regional Medical Center in 1978 and McGill University St Marys Hospital in 1977.

Internship

Completed their internship at St Marys Hospital Canada in 1976.

Medical School

Graduated from McGill University Faculty of Medicine in 1975.

NPI Number

Richard Leon Ross' NPI number is 1144274911.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Richard Ross's office located?
Richard Ross's office is located at 901 Wilshire Blvd # 3, Santa Monica, CA, 90401.
Is Richard Ross accepting new patients?
Richard Ross has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Richard Ross accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Richard Ross accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Richard Ross accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Richard Ross has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Richard Ross affiliated with?
Richard Ross is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center.

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