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Hanbyul Choi, MD

Internal Medicine

Average rating: 5.0

| 273 ratings | 179 reviews

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.

Palos Verdes Primary & Specialty Care |

501 Deep Valley Drive, Suite 100 Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274 US

310-303-3953

In-Person Visit
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Languages

English, Korean

Education

Medical Board Certification

Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2022

Fellowship

Geriatric Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center/ Albert Einstein College of Medicine, 2019

Residencies

Internal Medicine, Overlook Medical Center, 2022

General Surgery, Stony Brook School of Medicine, 2018

Degree

MD, St. George's University School of Medicine/Grenada, 2011

Locations

South Bay

Palos Verdes Primary & Specialty Care

Family Medicine| Internal Medicine

501 Deep Valley Drive, Suite 100
Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274 US

310-303-3953

Fax:310-303-7903

Location Details

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

757 Westwood Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90095 US

Areas of Focus

Primary care

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.

273 total ratings | 179 reviews

5.0

November 21, 2025

Great

5.0

November 21, 2025

Very comfortable

5.0

November 21, 2025

Dr. Choi was professional and attentive about my concerns!!

5.0

November 21, 2025

I had my annual physical and Dr. Choi was friendly, professional, and helpful as always!!!

5.0

November 17, 2025

MD Choi explained how to treat current symptoms very well and arranged following process and referral. He is very kind and easy to explain. I can understand quickly.

5.0

November 17, 2025

Very informative and good listener .

5.0

November 14, 2025

Dr. Choi, was truly a great find! My first visit with him, and I couldn’t be more pleased. He listened, and asked questions. Truly a wonderful experience.

5.0

November 14, 2025

Efficient

5.0

November 12, 2025

He was a really nice man and he listened!

5.0

November 12, 2025

Doctor was so nice

5.0

November 8, 2025

Dr Choi was very patient with us as we shared the dramatic emergency situation that took place a few days prior. He offered excellent feedback and guidance. He also provided good tips for the future.

5.0

November 7, 2025

He did not rush me, asked questions and listened.

5.0

November 7, 2025

Dr. Choi was attentive, thorough in his review of my file, and responsive to my questions. Very professional while also displaying a friendly and pleasant disposition.

5.0

November 5, 2025

Dr Choi was prompt, no waiting. He was kind, personable and professional.

5.0

November 1, 2025

Md choi is very kind and explain very well in detail. Also check head to toe carefully.

5.0

October 31, 2025

Very helpful, patient and empathetic.

5.0

October 29, 2025

He knew what an annual exam entailed and directed the time spent together which was fine by me.

5.0

October 27, 2025

Excellent service

5.0

October 27, 2025

Dr. Choi a good diagnostician smart patient kind

5.0

October 27, 2025

He is so professional & knowledgeable. Very be patient. Only first time visiting him but good impression to me.

5.0

October 24, 2025

I enjoyed how he was thorough about family history and my overall health. Seemed like he actually cared

5.0

October 21, 2025

Very detailed and cares his patient.

5.0

October 20, 2025

Dr. Choi is an excellent diagnostician. He is smart, kind, truly concerned, patient n listens…

5.0

October 17, 2025

Great doctor. Listens well and is responsive and competent.

5.0

October 17, 2025

Very good

5.0

October 16, 2025

Dr Choi was attentive and very thorough

5.0

October 15, 2025

Dr Choi was exemplary during my first ever, video appointment. From a generation that witnessed doctors making rural house calls by buggy or car, this was surely amazing. Dr Choi was thorough investigating my symptoms and which medicines would be a more appropriate treatment option.

5.0

October 15, 2025

On time no waiting nurse nurses were friendly and explain every test that I had to take. My doctor is very nice and personable. My whole appointment was less than 30 minutes. Very efficient. UCLA has great doctors with highly recommend them to anyone that’s looking for doctors.!

5.0

October 15, 2025

Dr. Choi is a wonderful, patient, caring doctor to my father. He takes time to explain meds and to understand any health changes or concerns. Lucky to have him as part of my father’s medical team.

5.0

October 10, 2025

Dr. Choi was very kind while doing my pre op physical. This was my first visit with him. I would definitely recommend Dr. Choi. His LVN was great too. Not sure of his name.

5.0

October 9, 2025

Always awesome

5.0

October 7, 2025

Very polite and very professional

5.0

October 7, 2025

Dr. Choi has the best chairside manner.

5.0

October 3, 2025

Very professional! Quality atencion!:) good team!

5.0

October 3, 2025

Dr. Choi takes time to listen and explain. He is caring and professional.

5.0

October 3, 2025

Thoughtful advice and excellent with following up on issues.

5.0

October 3, 2025

Very helpful and experienced

5.0

October 1, 2025

Dr Choi is brilliant! He is kind He listens He genuinely cares

5.0

October 1, 2025

Dr Choi is very thorough and efficient appreciate his care

5.0

September 30, 2025

Wonderful. Dr Choi is caring, empathetic and listens.

5.0

September 29, 2025

Dr. Choi is an extremely thorough diagnostician,

5.0

September 24, 2025

Great doctor, easy communication

5.0

September 23, 2025

Prompt service, went over my results, very personable

5.0

September 22, 2025

Dr. Choi made myself very comfortable. Excellent.

5.0

September 22, 2025

Dr. Choi is an excellent doctor. He is knowledgeable, provides excellent support and direction to specialists when necessary and I am so fortunate to have him as my PCP. I would (and have) highly recommended him and UCLA Health to my family and friends. I could not ask for a better PCP.

5.0

September 16, 2025

Full detail discussion and very kind explanation was progressed

5.0

September 15, 2025

Dr.Choi was very engaging and patient

5.0

September 15, 2025

Analyzed my conditions according to the causes that I am experiencing.

4.0

September 15, 2025

Very efficient!

5.0

September 13, 2025

Very much appreciated and up front keeping me update on medication.

5.0

September 12, 2025

Dr. Choi was very good and answered all my questions including a rebound effect of one of meds I took for a week's time. I am aware and will ease back into my activities. I appreciate his sensitivity to my needs and questions including to learn of vaccine timing, taking the flu shot and going back to work. My first video zoom conference with a doctor in a while and it was very good.

5.0

September 10, 2025

Dr. Choi listens well!

5.0

September 10, 2025

Dr Choi spent lots of time explaining things

5.0

September 9, 2025

Interested. Concerned about my situation in an appropriate response. Kind. Explained a plan to resolve my problems. Very positive.

5.0

September 8, 2025

Dr Choi, answered all my questions and concerns.

5.0

September 6, 2025

Excellent took his time with me and was very through

5.0

September 4, 2025

Was good , he takes more time to explain my lab results.

5.0

September 2, 2025

Dr. Choi took his time to explain things that I was concern with

5.0

September 2, 2025

Dr. Choi is awesome. He took the time to understand my test results, and patiently and clearly explained them to me.

5.0

August 29, 2025

Everyone I interfaced with was very polite and efficient. Dr Choi always listens to me and gives great feedback.

5.0

August 27, 2025

It appears he evaluated my hangnail situation thoroughly, quickly.

5.0

August 26, 2025

Dr Choi listen to me carefully He has warm heart and Professional knowledge to care me I very much thanks to All care team

5.0

August 22, 2025

I am truly fortunate to have Dr. Choi as my primary doctor.

5.0

August 21, 2025

Dr Choi took his time to explain all aspects

5.0

August 13, 2025

Great

4.0

August 13, 2025

Dr. Choi is always very professional.

5.0

August 12, 2025

VERY helpful

5.0

August 11, 2025

Dr was very easy to talk to. Did not have to wait long.

5.0

August 8, 2025

It was a pleasure meeting my new healthcare provider. Dr. Choi was very kind and supportive. He listened all my questions and gave me hope after I left the clinic. Thank Dr. Choi on my behalf again, please 🙏🏼 !

5.0

August 8, 2025

I became unconscious in the exam room and Dr got emergency services there quickly. It appears I had a heart related incident as troponin levels elevated for some hours after. Glad Dr acted quickly! It’s a good protocol.

5.0

August 8, 2025

Excellent

5.0

August 6, 2025

Dr. Choi is always friendly but professional in his manner. He is open to discussing issues I bring up. The front desk was friendly and I was called in a reasonable time. The nurse was also friendly and professional.

5.0

August 6, 2025

Very pleasant, took time to listen to my concerns, answered all my questions and scheduled me for other interventions.

5.0

August 5, 2025

Focused. Pleasant. Knowledgeable

5.0

August 4, 2025

He was a good listener l!

5.0

August 4, 2025

Everything was great

5.0

July 30, 2025

Dr Choi took his time and was very helpful

5.0

July 30, 2025

Really kind and advisable

5.0

July 30, 2025

I like that Dr. Choi is wise and calm

5.0

July 17, 2025

Listens and emphasizes with patient

5.0

July 17, 2025

Dr. Choi's treatment is always awesome. The other staff members are also very friendly and make me feel comfortable.

5.0

July 16, 2025

Dr Choi is excellent, Kind and caring

5.0

July 15, 2025

Dr. Choi was very thorough and helpful. He answered all my questions and went through all the pre-operative steps and paperwork.

5.0

July 15, 2025

He is very informative. Easy to speak with.

5.0

July 15, 2025

Dr Choi is very caring and knowledge and friendly.

5.0

July 14, 2025

All I could hope for

5.0

July 14, 2025

Dr Choi is a cool and diligent doctor. Pays attention to all my complaints.

5.0

July 11, 2025

Dr Choi is really excellent!!!

5.0

July 10, 2025

Dr. Choi was kind and helpful.

5.0

July 9, 2025

The doctor is very caring, knowledgeable and personable. I was very impressed

5.0

July 8, 2025

Very thorough and friendly

5.0

July 8, 2025

Thank you for Excellent doctors and great staff

5.0

July 2, 2025

Very thorough, a good listener, with a lovely calm demeanor.

5.0

July 2, 2025

I saw and meet Dr Choi in my first visit. A very professional and kind person.

5.0

July 1, 2025

Nice, calm and positive

5.0

July 1, 2025

DR CHOI is one of the best doctors I’ve had so far. He is very caring and always addresses what my concerns are regarding my health. He truly practice the CICare in UCLA. He really shows empathy and compassion for his patients.

5.0

July 1, 2025

Very attentive and thorough. Communicates well.

5.0

June 30, 2025

Dr. Choi is a great doctor and i am so glad to have him as my PCP. He is knowledgeable and responsive and provides me with excellent guidance for maintaining good health.

5.0

June 30, 2025

Dr. Choi has a friendly demeanor and very thorough with his exam. He takes the time to answer questions and explain everything on the medical chart.

5.0

June 27, 2025

Dr. Hanbyul choi is a very professional and caring physician. He always followup with you after any labs completed to discuss the results and prescribe any medications. He really cares about his patients and he is one of the best doctors .

5.0

June 26, 2025

Dr Choi is personable, good listener, intelligent and caring.

5.0

June 25, 2025

He was very attentive.

5.0

June 25, 2025

Doctor Choi was very kind and took his time understanding my concerns and listening to my story. I’ve never had such a positive experience with a physician before. I felt as though Doctor Choi genuinely cared for my wellbeing.

5.0

June 24, 2025

Dr Choi was detailed and addressed all my issues. I am very satisfied and I have switched to Dr. Choi as my primary doctor.

5.0

June 24, 2025

Very pleased

5.0

June 24, 2025

Great listener and knowledgeable on next steps for items identified.

5.0

June 21, 2025

Itvwas good . I need to think next time with my question ahead of time.

5.0

June 18, 2025

I’m pleased with his decision and medical care

5.0

June 18, 2025

Compassionate in our different situations. We can’t imagine any other doctor for us at this time. And fluent in Korean is so helpful!

5.0

June 17, 2025

He was very good listening to my problems very well

5.0

June 17, 2025

Excellent

5.0

June 12, 2025

Dr Choi is awesome. The staff is wonderful and they’re on top of my medical and I appreciate it.

5.0

June 12, 2025

Gave me all the time I needed and very thorough about my concerns. I was having a conversation with a partner in my health concerns.

5.0

June 11, 2025

Thorough, caring proactive doctor. Very conscientious. On my first visit with him last year, he recognized possibility of lung cancer on a scan and he immediately referred me ( and made sure I had necessary appts) for all initial diagnostic tests and medical appts. He recognized probability of brain metastasis from my word finding difficulty. I had successful brain surgery about one week later, referred by Dr Choi. I feel he has extended my life and helped me have quality of life.

5.0

June 9, 2025

Dr Choi was very punctual and helped to listen my issues. Also he asked relevant questions about my health condition. He recommended medication for my COVID -19 treatment.

5.0

June 2, 2025

He was very efficient and kind

5.0

June 2, 2025

Dr. Choi is the best!

5.0

May 28, 2025

So kind and compassionate. I appreciate how caring he was, and how much he understood how miserable I was feeling. Thank you so much.

5.0

May 27, 2025

Prompt, professional. Addressed my problem

5.0

May 27, 2025

Excellent Doctor.

5.0

May 21, 2025

Great

5.0

May 21, 2025

Doctor Han-Byil was very courteous and informative.

5.0

May 21, 2025

I always have good, clear and supportive meetings with UCLA doctors, and today was no exception.

5.0

May 19, 2025

Very professional , extremely pleaded

5.0

May 19, 2025

Dr. Choi is extremely thorough, asks good questions and is very nice.

5.0

May 19, 2025

Dr Choi is professional, caring & helpful.

5.0

May 16, 2025

Kind and attentive

5.0

May 16, 2025

Very careful, thorough, and likable.

5.0

May 15, 2025

Dr. was kind and explained carefully everything I needed to know

5.0

May 8, 2025

Dr. Choi is very patient and thorough in explaining everything I needed to know.

5.0

May 6, 2025

Really liked Dr. Choi. Calm demeanor, gives you his full attention and not rushed. Takes time for questions. Lets you end the appt. I’m requesting my records to transfer and that takes a bit of time. Made an appt. for lab work to be done at the end of the month for a follow up to review all. Overall I was quite pleased.

5.0

May 2, 2025

Very detailed and friendly

5.0

May 2, 2025

I really appreciated how patiently he listened to me.

5.0

May 2, 2025

Dr. Choi is very caring and shows interest in my health. He always takes his time and asks questions making me fell cared for.

5.0

May 1, 2025

Dr. Choi was excellent. He listened and understood my problem and was very helpful. Put me at ease . Very professional. Staff was great as well.

5.0

April 30, 2025

Incredible experience as usual

5.0

April 29, 2025

He’s great. Very caring & knowledgeable

5.0

April 29, 2025

good

5.0

April 25, 2025

Very good

5.0

April 24, 2025

Receptive Good listener Knowledgeable Good follow up Encouraging Easy to talk to

5.0

April 15, 2025

Extremely professional, empathetic, positive and encouraging

5.0

April 15, 2025

My visit was excellent, very much so needed.

5.0

April 15, 2025

Video visit with Dr Choi, we addressed immediate concerns and updated meds as well as discussed a Pain Management offering via UCLA health.

5.0

April 14, 2025

good

5.0

April 11, 2025

Dr. Choi was patient and listened. He truly showed that he cared. I highly recommend Dr. Choi.

5.0

April 11, 2025

Dr Choi was very knowledgeable, very professional, and very caring in his manner. Everything one would like to have in a physician.

5.0

April 11, 2025

im happy seing him

5.0

April 10, 2025

Dr Choi is a fine doctor who listens to his patients and take a care in their health ! I am so happy to have him helping me thru this illness.

5.0

April 9, 2025

Dr. Choi is an excellent physician, both in terms of his medical knowledge and his manner. He is compassionate and respectful, as well as very patient and thorough in explaining his diagnosis and recommended treatment.

5.0

April 8, 2025

Dr. Choi is always dedicated to his patients, listens from their perspective, and offers professional solutions.

5.0

April 7, 2025

I find seeing Dr Choi is helpful calming, & informative . He has a fine , intelligent manner and explaines medications and their functions well.

5.0

April 3, 2025

Check in easy , short wait , Dr Choi was highly efficient, , engage with me his patient and so helpful . A terrific experience with a caring doctor. I am highly pleased with Dr Choi, my exam and the help and care given.

5.0

March 31, 2025

Gave me an appointment very quickly! Doctor and nurse very prompt and professional! A great experience with great health professionals! I’m very impressed!

5.0

March 24, 2025

Insightful, heard me, arranged needed future appointments, friendly, professional, simply a pleasure to flow in thought.

5.0

March 18, 2025

Very thorough

5.0

March 17, 2025

The doctor was very polite and fully cared person. Very delighted.

5.0

March 17, 2025

He was great! He was thorough & knowledgeable & very nice

5.0

March 13, 2025

First time I met Dr Choi and thought he was wonderful. Made you feel listened to.

5.0

March 13, 2025

Really listened, did the research and made smart collaborative recommendations

5.0

March 12, 2025

All well.

5.0

March 12, 2025

So through, kind and wiliing to help

5.0

March 11, 2025

Very kind and full mindset of helping patients.

5.0

March 6, 2025

Very helpful and explained everything very well.

5.0

March 5, 2025

It is first time to meet Dr. Choi. He was so kind to explain to patient.

5.0

March 4, 2025

Very thorough exam and friendly.

5.0

March 3, 2025

Dr Choi is always great and explains everything perfect

5.0

February 28, 2025

Awesome, very professional, helpful and the nurses are very well trained, the best.

5.0

February 27, 2025

He?s so nice and warm to make pt relaxed

5.0

February 20, 2025

The doctor was prompt, thorough, compassionate, and knowledgeable. He took the time to listen and he gave great advice.10/10 experience today!

5.0

February 19, 2025

Dr. Choi, was incredibly informative and took the time to explain everything clearly. He provided thoughtful guidance that really helped me feel confident about my healing process. I’m grateful for his expertise and support!

5.0

February 19, 2025

Very good educational and professional

5.0

February 19, 2025

Dr. Choi is on time, he’s friendly, personable, caring.

5.0

February 18, 2025

Front desk was friendly and nurse was very nice too. Dr Choi was doing a surgical pre check and he was very friendly and professional....and on time!!

5.0

February 18, 2025

Dr Choi is always knowledgeable, prompt, and empathetic.

5.0

February 14, 2025

I always like to see dr Choi he is so understanding and a great listener I always feel valued and heard.

5.0

February 7, 2025

Doctor Choi is friendly and reviewed my history quickly. He recommended that I get an RSV vaccination, which I did later at CVS. He then further examined me and ordered blood testing.

5.0

February 5, 2025

Informative, friendly and approachable.

5.0

February 3, 2025

Very polite and look forward for my health he treat me again with medicine.

5.0

February 3, 2025

Efficient and pleasant

Hanbyul Choi, MD

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