Long COVID Treatment
UCLA Health experts collaborate across departments to offer comprehensive care for people with long-haul COVID symptoms. We draw on our knowledge and expertise to help you recover from long COVID.
Why choose UCLA Health for long-term COVID treatment?
Long COVID affects approximately 1 in 9 individuals who have had a COVID-19 infection.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) define Long COVID as a group of symptoms that linger for months after a COVID-19 infection. Long COVID symptoms can affect multiple organs and body systems simultaneously. Even those who experience a mild initial illness may continue to struggle with persistent symptoms that disrupt daily life.
Our Long COVID Program brings together leading specialists in the field to provide expert diagnosis, management and treatment tailored to your unique health needs.
What Sets Our Program Apart?
Expert diagnosis: Since Long COVID is a diagnosis of exclusion, we evaluate and test to rule out other underlying conditions before confirming a diagnosis. If you have had COVID-19 and experience symptoms lasting more than 12 weeks, speak with your primary care provider about a referral to our program.
Personalized treatment plans: Long COVID can impact the brain, nervous system, heart, lungs and more. Our team includes specialists from multiple disciplines, ensuring you receive the most effective, tailored care for your symptoms.
Collaborative, coordinated care: Our multidisciplinary team works seamlessly to provide comprehensive care. We communicate with your primary care physician to keep them involved in your recovery journey.
Ongoing support: Recovery from Long COVID can take time. We support you throughout your healing process, offering access to support groups, additional therapies and at-home care plans.
Proven results: We’ve been treating Long COVID since it was first identified during the COVID-19 pandemic.
We’ve treated thousands of patients. With extensive experience, our program has refined treatment strategies to optimize recovery through an multidisciplinary approach.
Comprehensive Care for Long COVID
Our expert team provides a full spectrum of diagnostic, treatment and support services, regardless of the severity of your initial COVID-19 illness.
Long COVID Diagnostics
Long COVID symptoms can overlap with other health conditions. Our internal medicine specialists use the latest testing to identify the root cause of symptoms and confirm a Long COVID diagnosis.
Long COVID Treatment Specialties
Because Long COVID affects multiple body systems, our team includes leading experts in:
- Cardiology
- Internal medicine
- Infectious disease
- Neurology
- Psychiatry
- Pulmonology
- Rheumatology
Each specialist brings advanced expertise to ensure precise, effective treatment, addressing your whole health, not just isolated symptoms.
Holistic Support for Long COVID Recovery
We understand the physical and emotional toll of Long COVID. That’s why psychological support is a cornerstone of our program. Our specialists provide:
- Counseling and therapy
- Treatment for anxiety, depression, PTSD and sleep disturbances
- Personalized mental health strategies to support your overall well-being
We also offer Shared Medical Appointment information sessions to help you understand the mechanisms and research behind the disease.
Symptoms We Treat
Long COVID can present with many different constellations of symptoms. We specialize in treating a wide range of symptoms, including:
Constitutional symptoms
- Chronic fatigue and post-exertional malaise (severe crashes following normal daily activities)
- Chronic, widespread muscle and joint aches and pains
- Sensitivities to medications and foods
Neurological symptoms
- Brain fog (difficulty thinking, concentrating or remembering)
- Headaches
- Loss of taste or smell
- Strange, abnormal sensations which may be painful or non-painful (known as paresthesias)
- Vision disturbances
Cardiovascular symptoms
- Chest pain
- Dizziness or lightheadedness, including POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome)
- Heart palpitations
- High blood pressure
- Blood clot risks
Gastrointestinal symptoms
- Abdominal pain and cramping
- Chronic constipation or diarrhea
- Food sensitivities or intolerance
- Persistent bloating
Respiratory symptoms
- Persistent cough
- Exercise intolerance and fatigue
- Low oxygen levels (hypoxia)
- Shortness of breath
Mental health symptoms
- Anxiety and depression
- Insomnia and sleep disturbances
- PTSD
Meet Our Expert Team
Our dedicated team works collaboratively with clinical psychologists and allied health professionals, such as physical and occupational therapists, speech and language pathologists, and others to provide comprehensive, compassionate care.
Program Leadership
Specialist Team
How to Get Started
If you have symptoms lasting longer than 12 weeks after a COVID-19 infection, consult your primary care provider to request a referral to our program.
Eligibility requirements:
- A documented, lab-based positive COVID-19 or nucleocapsid test
- A valid referral from a physician
Once referred, we’ll review your case for eligibility. If you qualify, we’ll schedule you with an internal medicine specialist to confirm a Long COVID diagnosis and coordinate further specialist care.
For referrals and appointments:
- If you need a primary care provider to refer you, call us at 310-825-2631.
- Fax external physician referrals to 310-301-5391.
We are here to help you navigate your recovery and regain your health. Contact us today to learn more.
Find your care
If you were previously diagnosed with
COVID-19 and have symptoms lasting at least 12 weeks, contact your primary care provider for a referral. Proof of positive COVID Test and a valid referral from a physician are required for evaluation.
For help finding a doctor, call us at:
310-825-2631
Long COVID Referral Form
Referring from outside UCLA? Please use the form below.
International Patients
Submit a self-referral for a one time evaluation and treatment plan created by Long COVID specialists at UCLA Health.