Summary

Dr. Susan Charette specializes in internal medicine with additional expertise in geriatric medicine and hospice & palliative medicine. She earned her medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed her residency at UCLA Medical Center. With 31 years of experience caring for patients, Dr. Charette brings extensive knowledge to her practice. She is fluent in Chinese, Spanish, and English.

Dr. Charette practices at Ronald Reagan University of California Los Angeles Medical Center and UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center, with locations in Los Angeles and Santa Monica, California. She focuses on treating conditions such as hypertension and hypertensive emergencies. Her approach to care includes coordinating physical therapy and occupational therapy services for her patients. Patients have given Dr. Charette an average rating of 4.4 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4.4
  • 31 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, English, Spanish
  • Geriatric Medicine UCLA School of Medicine
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Westwood Geriatric Medicine

200 Medical Plaza Suite 365Los Angeles, CA 90095

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Susan Louise Charette, MDDr. Dr. Karanbir BrarVladimir Aratan CamarceLeslie Chang Evertson
Geriatric MedicineGeriatric MedicineNurse PractitionerNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
31 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, English, Spanish Speaks English, Punjabi, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Chinese, Spanish
Los Angeles , CAOceanside , CALong Beach , CAWestlake Village , CA
Med School: MD UCLA School of Medicine Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Susan Louise Charette

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Institute of Excellence
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Centers of Medical Excellence
  • Anthem Medicare Advantage PPO*
  • Blue Shield 65 Plus
  • Blue Shield Exclusive PPO Network
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California\xa0*
  • Cigna
  • Cigna LifeSource
  • First Health
  • Health Net of California
  • Inc. dba California Foundation Medical Care (CFMC)
  • Interlink
  • Interplan (a HealthSmart product)
  • LifeTrac
  • MultiPlan
  • OptumHealth Transplant Centers of Excellence (formerly United Resource Network)
  • Oscar EPO - Circle Network
  • Prime Health Services
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • SCAN Health Plan - SCAN Classic II
  • Tricare
  • UFCM Health System
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Group Medicare Advantage\xa0*
  • UnitedHealthcare West
  • Vivity (offered by Anthem Blue Cross)

Medical Specialties

Susan Louise Charette has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Susan Louise Charette has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • Dementia Testing
  • EOL Care
  • Geriatrician
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Palliative Care
  • Senility
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Susan Louise Charette 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

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Geriatric Medicine UCLA School of Medicine in 2001.

Residency

Completed their residency at Internal Medicine UCLA School of Medicine: Rheumatology in 2000 and Internal Medicine UCLA School of Medicine: Rheumatology in 1999.

Internship

Completed their internship at Internal Medicine UCLA School of Medicine: Emergency Medicine in 1997.

Medical School

Graduated from MD UCLA School of Medicine in 1995.

NPI Number

Susan Louise Charette's NPI number is 1447285341.

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Which hospitals is Susan Charette affiliated with?
Susan Charette is affiliated with Ronald Reagan University Of California Los Angeles Medical Center and Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center.

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