Summary

Dr. Sean Lai is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician who brings five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Washington Medical Center. His extensive experience spans 50 years of caring for patients with digestive and internal health concerns. Dr. Lai is fluent in Spanish and Chinese, allowing him to serve diverse patient communities.

Dr. Lai practices at Southern California Hospital and maintains locations throughout Santa Monica, Culver City, and Los Angeles. He specializes in treating abdominal pain, iron deficiency anemia, and dyspepsia. His procedural expertise includes upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, and pathology tests to help diagnose and manage digestive conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 50 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese
  • University Of Washington Medical Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Sean Cheong-Fay Lai has 5 locations

Lai Sean C Office

2001 Santa Monica Blvd # 1286WSanta Monica, CA 90404
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
SatClosed
SunClosed

Providence Saint Johns Health Center

2121 Santa Monica BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404

Southern California Hospital

3828 Delmas TerCulver City, CA 90232

Kindred Hospital Los Angeles

5525 W Slauson AveLos Angeles, CA 90056

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Dr. Sean Cheong-Fay Lai, MDBhavana Akotia, PA-CJi Soo Choi, APRNRachel Oliver, APRN
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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3.7 
50 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, Chinese Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Santa Monica , CATempe , AZSACRAMENTO , CASACRAMENTO , CA
Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: Charles R Drew University Med School: New York University Med School: University of South Alabama
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sean Cheong-Fay Lai

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CalOptima
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareMore
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Sean Cheong-Fay Lai has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Sean Cheong-Fay Lai has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis
  • Hepatitis C
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD)
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Dr. Sean Cheong-Fay Lai holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Washington Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine in 1976.

NPI Number

Dr. Lai's NPI number is 1396739470.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Sean Lai's office located?
Dr. Sean Lai's office is located at 2001 Santa Monica Blvd # 1286W, Santa Monica, CA, 90404.
What languages does Dr. Sean Lai speak?
Dr. Sean Lai speaks Spanish and Chinese.
Is Dr. Sean Lai accepting new patients?
Dr. Sean Lai is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Sean Lai's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Sean Lai accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Sean Lai accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sean Lai?
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