Summary

Dr. Velinda Paranal is a family medicine physician who has dedicated 35 years to providing comprehensive healthcare to patients of all ages. She earned her medical degree from Ohio State University College of Medicine & Public Health and completed her residency training at UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Paranal is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing her to serve diverse communities with personalized care.

Dr. Paranal practices at Santa Monica Family Physicians and maintains hospital privileges at Saint Johns Regional Medical Center in Santa Monica, California. She specializes in treating common conditions such as acne, allergies, and anxiety and depression. Her practice focuses on preventive care through camp physicals and cancer screening, while she also provides ongoing management for patients with chronic diseases. Patients consistently rate her highly, giving her an average score of 4.6 out of 5 for her compassionate and thorough approach to healthcare.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.6
  • 35 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Ucla Medical Center
  • 97 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Santa Monica Family Physicians

901 Wilshire Blvd # 1Santa Monica, CA 90401

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4.6 
35 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
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Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese Speaks English
Santa Monica , CAManassas , VAPlacentia , CAAtlanta , GA
Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences F Edward Hebert School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Velinda Jean Paranal

  • 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 Embrace
  • SCAN Medicare Advantage
  • Tricare
  • United Healthcare HMO
  • United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
  • United HealthCare PPO
  • US Family Health Plan - TriCare
  • Vivity by Anthem Blue Cross

Medical Specialties

Velinda Jean Paranal has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Velinda Jean Paranal has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)
  • Yoga

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Velinda Jean Paranal 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 2024.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucla Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health in 1991.

NPI Number

Velinda Jean Paranal's NPI number is 1518993534.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Velinda Jean Paranal's office located?
Velinda Jean Paranal's office is located at 901 Wilshire Blvd # 1, Santa Monica, CA, 90401.
What languages does Velinda Jean Paranal speak?
Velinda Jean Paranal speaks Spanish and English.
How can I make an appointment with Velinda Jean Paranal?
You can find contact information for Velinda Jean Paranal here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Velinda Jean Paranal affiliated with?
Velinda Jean Paranal is affiliated with Saint Johns Regional Medical Center.
Does Velinda Jean Paranal accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Velinda Jean Paranal accepts on their Vitals profile.

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