Elizabeth Ko, MD

Elizabeth Ko, MD

  • Internal Medicine
Average rating: 4.9
 
West Washington Internal Medicine |
11303 West Washington Boulevard, Suite 100, Los Angeles, CA 90066
310-391-7281

About

Elizabeth Ko, MD is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine of the David Geffen School of Medicine and the Medical Director of the UCLA Health Integrative Medicine Collaborative. She received a Bachelor's degree in Physiological Science from UCLA and a medical degree from the University of Miami. She completed her Internal Medicine residency and Chief residency, with a focus on primary care, at Brown University. Dr. Ko completed a fellowship in Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine, yoga teacher training at Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health as well as the Medical Acupuncture for Physicians course through the Helms Medical Institute. An avid home cook, Dr. Ko spent one year cooking in Los Angeles restaurants including Spago Beverly Hills and A.O.C. She is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Integrative Medicine and is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. Dr. Ko sees patients for preventive care and chronic disease management, blending traditional medical approaches with integrative methods including nutrition, stress management and acupuncture. Dr. Ko writes the national syndicated column, "Ask The Doctors."

Languages

English

Education

Medical Board Certification

Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2015

Fellowship

Integrative Medicine, University of Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine, 2017

Residencies

Chief Resident, Rhode Island Hospital, 2015
Internal Medicine, Rhode Island Hospital, 2014

Internship

Internal Medicine, Rhode Island Hospital, 2012

Degree

MD, University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, 2011

Recognitions

  • Super Doctors® Southern California Rising Stars, 2021-2025

Locations

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

Areas of Focus

Insurance

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

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Recognitions

  • Super Doctors® Southern California Rising Stars, 2021-2025

Reviews

Overall Rating:
4.9
167 total ratings | 117 reviews
5.0
March 20, 2025
Dr Ko was very caring about my visit as it was a pre op visit for my upcoming surgery
5.0
March 18, 2025
Dr. KO was patient and caring
5.0
March 12, 2025
As always, Dr Ko is personable. She asked about my spirit, mental state and any concerns I might’ve had. She gave a me a thorough physical and ordered her recommendations. I feel very comfortable and cared for.
5.0
March 10, 2025
Dr Ko is very helpful and listens
5.0
February 26, 2025
She listened well and took care to address my concerns about my symptoms. She offered reassurance and next steps, which I greatly appreciated.
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