Daniel Philipson, MD
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Daniel Philipson, MD

  • Cardiology
Average rating: 5.0
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Torrance Lomita Specialty Care |
3500 Lomita Boulevard, Suite M100 Torrance, CA 90505

About

Dr. Philipson is a general and interventional cardiologist who primarily practices in the South Bay of Los Angeles. He is board-certified in interventional cardiology, cardiovascular diseases, echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, and internal medicine. Dr. Philipson’s goal is to provide individualized, compassionate, and state of the art patient care emphasizing strong communication and shared decision making.

 

Dr. Philipson specializes in the minimally invasive treatment of coronary artery disease including diagnostic angiography; intravascular imaging; percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) with angioplasty and stent placement; complex plaque modification techniques utilizing all forms of atherectomy and intravascular lithotripsy; in addition to the use of percutaneous hemodynamic support devices. Dr. Philipson also has expertise in the evaluation and management of all aspects of cardiovascular diseases and preventive cardiology including hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, statin intolerance, palpitations, arrhythmia, heart failure and cardiomyopathy, valvular heart disease, pericardial disease and congenital heart disease.

 

Dr. Philipson was born and raised in Los Angeles. He graduated with honors from the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth. Dr. Philipson returned home to Los Angeles to complete his residency in internal medicine followed by a fellowship in cardiovascular disease and advanced fellowship in interventional cardiology at the University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Philipson lives in Redondo Beach with his wife and son. In his spare time, he enjoys running, cycling, surfing, and exploring all the South Bay has to offer with his family.

Languages

English

Education

Medical Board Certifications

Interventional Cardiology, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2022
Cardiovascular Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2021
Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2018

Fellowships

Interventional Cardiology, University of California, Los Angeles, 2022
Cardiovascular Disease, University of California, Los Angeles, 2021

Residency

Internal Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles, 2018

Degree

MD, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, 2015

Locations

UCLA Health 3500 Lomita Blvd
South Bay

Torrance Lomita Specialty Care

Cardiology| Pain Medicine| Podiatry
+5 more specialties

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center

Medical Services

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Centivo
  • Cigna
  • First Health
  • Health Net of California
  • Interplan (part of HealthSmart)
  • Medicare Advantage
  • MultiPlan
  • UFCM Health System
  • Prime Health Services
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealthcare

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Reviews

Overall rating: 5.0
Star ratings are displayed only for those physicians who participate in UCLA Health’s patient experience survey program and have received a minimum of 30 survey responses.
369 total ratings | 256 reviews
5.0
Dr. Philipson is an ideal physician. He is prepared and has a thorough understanding of my medical issues. He has extensive knowledge of cardiology and is up to date on current studies. He listens carefully to my questions and answers thoughtfully.
5.0
Wonderful in every aspect���professional, prompt and personal.
5.0
Doctor and staff was very patient and caring. Asked what they could do for my mom (she was the patient) making her feel that she mattered. Doctor took his time to explain everything to my mom and I. Thank you
5.0
Kind, good at explaining things, understanding and listened well.
5.0
I had 2 tests followed by my appointment with Dr. Phillipson. All staff members involved with my visit were wonderful and provided excellent patient care. My visit with Dr. Phillipson was great. He was very courteous, explained all of my results, took time to listen and provided excellent patient as well. I am happy to have Dr Phillipson and staff as members of my health team. Thank you!