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Ian A. Downs, MD
- Endocrinology|
- Diabetes
Average 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.
Gonda (Goldschmied) Diabetes Center, Santa Monica
|
2020 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 550
Santa Monica,
CA
90404
US
Languages
Education
Medical Board Certifications
Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2023
Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2020
Fellowship
Endocrinology, UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine, 2023
Residency
Internal Medicine, Boston University School of Medicine, 2020
Degree
MD, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, 2017
Recognitions
- Super Doctors® Southern California Rising Stars, 2025, 2026
Locations
Santa Monica
Gonda (Goldschmied) Diabetes Center, Santa Monica
Gonda (Goldschmied) Diabetes Center, Santa Monica
Endocrinology| Diabetes| Diabetes Education
+1 more specialty
Hospital Affiliations
UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center
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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Recognitions
- Super Doctors® Southern California Rising Stars, 2025, 2026
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.
246 total ratings |
165 reviews
5.0
June 29, 2026
Dr Downs is a great doctor and wonderful human being really all UCLA doctors and staff are best described as above and beyond I really appreciate UCLA
5.0
June 26, 2026
Informative
5.0
June 22, 2026
Excellent
5.0
June 22, 2026
He is very knowledgeable about current medical developments and will also take the time to listen to any concerns.
5.0
June 18, 2026
Very nice doctor
5.0
June 17, 2026
Dr Down is very calm and has a lot of patience with me. Very easily understanding, I like him.
5.0
June 15, 2026
Dr. Downs was very professional and very pleasant he took the time to explain to me what was going on and how the thyroid-parathyroid works and I have a better understanding. Hopefully everything will be ok with him working with me on my side.
5.0
June 11, 2026
Very professional, helpful always answer my questions.
5.0
June 11, 2026
Dr. Downs answered my questions and is very caring and takes time to listen to me
5.0
June 4, 2026
Dr Downs provides great guidance and support
5.0
June 3, 2026
Good expedience with Dr.Downs, he was informative, Understanding and helpful. I felt better after the visit. Excellent doctor!
5.0
June 3, 2026
Dr. Downs was very helpful
5.0
June 1, 2026
Went really good very helpful.
5.0
June 1, 2026
Excellent advice, discussion and very detailed explanation
5.0
May 30, 2026
Very nice person, knowledgeable, sense of humor.
5.0
May 29, 2026
Dr. I Dawn is very attentive , caring and knowledgeable I feel very comfortable to be under his supervision
5.0
May 28, 2026
Helpful session
5.0
May 28, 2026
He is very nice! I like that he is softspoken and he is definitely knowledgeable! He takes his time to understand me and answer my questions. He is very down to earth and easy to speak to. He has definitely helped me in my journey in dealing with my issues.
5.0
May 27, 2026
It was a good experience
5.0
May 24, 2026
Went to my chart together and was clear about the subject matter and how we would proceed
5.0
May 22, 2026
Dr. Downs is a most professional caring physician. My visits have always been rewarding and informative.
5.0
May 20, 2026
Very professional and friendly. Answered my questions and reviewed my test results.
5.0
May 19, 2026
Doctor is very personable and easy to talk with. Explains things thoroughly.
5.0
May 19, 2026
He is amazingly thorough
5.0
May 18, 2026
He's actually concerned about the care he's giving patients and listens.
5.0
May 18, 2026
Dr Downs is great. Thorough, patient, listens, friendly, knowledgeable obviously. He just a great person all around.
5.0
May 1, 2026
Everything was marvelous.
5.0
May 1, 2026
Ian he's always very kind and compassionate, and he always shows me graphic examples on his computer as well
5.0
April 30, 2026
He spent sufficient time to get a full picture of my concerns and my thoughts about diagnoses and treatment.
5.0
April 27, 2026
Dr Downs was so informative, helpful, and warm. Didn't feel rushed at all during my appointment and felt like he genuinely cared for my well being
4.0
April 24, 2026
Dr Downs is friendly and listens to my concerns
5.0
April 23, 2026
Dr Downs is above and beyond. Just a wonderful doctor.
5.0
April 22, 2026
Very personable, does thorough review of tests, medication, side effects and data. Takes time to answer every question. Responds to messages promptly. Closely monitors and prescribes appropriate medication and dose.
5.0
April 22, 2026
One of the best doctors I’ve ever had
5.0
April 21, 2026
I have a high degree of faith and trust in the focus, attention and care that I am receiving from Dr. Downs. He is caring, diligent, informative and patient... I have received exemplary care, and that is due in large part to care I have received from Dr. Downs.
5.0
April 17, 2026
I’ve never had a doctor as patient and generous with his time as Dr Downs today. He is wonderful. Answered all my questions.
5.0
April 15, 2026
Dr was very thorough and carefully explained everything and answered my questions.
5.0
April 14, 2026
Thank you for looking out for me
5.0
April 13, 2026
He really listens and cares.
5.0
April 13, 2026
Very attentive and knowledgeable doctor
5.0
April 7, 2026
no wait time, easy communication with both doctor and fellow
5.0
April 6, 2026
Dr Downs is a great doctor. He is above and beyond
5.0
April 1, 2026
I had an amazing experience with Dr. Downs today. He throughly reviewed my history, current treatment, and including a careful review of my medications. His teaching was excellent. I experienced him as a deeply caring and knowledgeable partner in my health care.
5.0
March 31, 2026
I appreciate how I can just be honest and myself with him. I just can’t tell him exactly why I’m making these choices and we can’t think together about solving things without me freaking out over low blood sugars.
5.0
March 31, 2026
Easy & informed
5.0
March 30, 2026
He’s a good doc
5.0
March 30, 2026
Great doctor with a well run office.
5.0
March 25, 2026
Dr. Downs spent thorough time with me!!! I felt really seen and heard.
5.0
March 25, 2026
My doctor was very attentive and made me feel very seen and heard
5.0
March 24, 2026
Very good doctor. Listens well and explains things thoroughly.
5.0
March 24, 2026
He is such a thoughtful and knowledgeable doctor. I absolutely appreciate being under his care.
5.0
March 23, 2026
He is great
5.0
March 18, 2026
My visit was good. Dr. Downs was very thorough in my treatment plan and listened to my concerns regarding my health. Great doctor.
5.0
March 13, 2026
Dr downs is amazing. I always say that about him but he just has a demeanor and way where you feel how caring he is. The staff at the front desk are also really great!
5.0
March 6, 2026
Dr. Downs is professional yet kind, knowledgeable yet wanting patient input, and open to any pertinent questions or concerns.
5.0
March 3, 2026
very well!
5.0
March 1, 2026
The doctor and the physicians assistant were very helpful and friendly.
5.0
February 27, 2026
He listened; he provided insight and thoughts and was fabulous
5.0
February 25, 2026
Very good
5.0
February 24, 2026
Very thorough follow up care.
5.0
February 23, 2026
Dr Downs is a great listener. He also explains very carefully so I understand what’s going on. I’m delighted with the care he provides.
5.0
February 23, 2026
great video visit
5.0
February 13, 2026
He was very professional and answered all my questions. I didn’t put Mr hearing aids in this morning and when I told him, he made a point to speak louder so I could hear him. Very good doctor.
5.0
February 9, 2026
Dr Downs is all above and beyond. he is a super human doctor
5.0
February 9, 2026
Listens intently, considers my words.
5.0
February 6, 2026
Excellent service provided by Dr Downs
5.0
February 5, 2026
Always a joy to talk to
5.0
January 30, 2026
It was a video call, yet I still received the same attention and care as I would’ve received in person. My health concerns were listened to and respectfully answered. Great care
5.0
January 30, 2026
Very good conversation and time going over details!
5.0
January 29, 2026
Dr. Downs is an excellent physician, empathetic, patient knowledgeable and thorough in his examination and analysis. I feel privileged to be in his care.
5.0
January 28, 2026
Got a lot of good information to help with my pre-diabetes..
5.0
January 28, 2026
Very informative. I learned several things
5.0
January 28, 2026
Thank you
5.0
January 27, 2026
Very kind and thoughtful provider
5.0
January 26, 2026
Dr Downs is knowledgeable, patient and kind
5.0
January 22, 2026
Every thing great!
5.0
January 20, 2026
It was long overdue and we talked about a change in the plan to manage my diabetes. I felt we had a good understanding of where to go.
5.0
January 20, 2026
On time , very thoughtful and articulate a plan for moving forward. Listens to my concerns .
5.0
January 15, 2026
Exceptional service received.
5.0
January 13, 2026
Helpful follow-up visit.
5.0
January 9, 2026
Very attentive and comprehensive assessment
5.0
January 2, 2026
Thoroughbred Thoughtful. Detailed. Pleasant.
5.0
December 30, 2025
He listened, cared for, and took the time to see me today. Very nice doctor and also very professional
5.0
December 19, 2025
He had a very nice and pleasant demeanor, that was very important to me. He addressed all concerns and asked if I had any questions. He made me comfortable when I had super nerves going on.
5.0
December 19, 2025
I always look forward to my yearly consultations with Dr Downs. He is genuinely interested in my current state and very open to any questions I might have. He explains the statistical information which can affect my continuance with the prescribed medications.
5.0
December 19, 2025
Dr Downs is an amazing doctor who is not only caring and knowledgeable but takes time to listen to his patients.
5.0
December 17, 2025
Good visit. Addressed all my concerns.
5.0
December 16, 2025
Listens , is attentive and comes up with a plan.
5.0
December 16, 2025
Very attentive
5.0
December 15, 2025
Dr Downs is my new doctor. He is knowledgeable and thoughtful. I hope he stays for a long time!
5.0
December 12, 2025
Dr Down took sufficient time in hearing all my concerns and addressed every aspect of my thyroid issues he had a very efficient and detailed approach to patient care
5.0
December 12, 2025
Very professional
5.0
December 11, 2025
Dr. Downs is very thorough and professional. We reviewed my recent labs and medications to see if there was any interactions that might be associated with recent lab changes.
5.0
December 11, 2025
Love Dr Downs. He is so patient and explains everything so I can understand my choices. Happy to have him as my doctor.
5.0
December 11, 2025
Great. Doctor is very compassionate and really thorough to discuss my concern
5.0
December 5, 2025
Responded to all my questions and made sure I did not have any concerns or questions left before ending the appointment
5.0
December 4, 2025
Dr. Downs is very attentive to my needs.
5.0
December 3, 2025
The doctor is interested in my condition and suggests possible courses of action for the future. I appreciate that.
5.0
November 25, 2025
Dr. Downs is so nice and caring, it’s nice to know there are still doctors out there who care.
5.0
November 24, 2025
Doctor t mean to handle an immediate problem. He was very thorough, caring and professional.
5.0
November 21, 2025
Dr. Downs is very professional and informative. He spends the time to explain the progress and results of my treatment as well as our next steps and goals.
5.0
November 16, 2025
He was very kind, gentle and professional. I have a lot of health issues on my mind (a long list) and he is helping me sort things out and make a temporary plan regarding the ones involving the Thyroid. I greatly appreciate his time and effort. I have overall been disappointed with the lack of quality medical care, especially to females, throughout my life. Doctors who Care, like I now know Dr. Downs does, are helping me gain trust in Medical Science. It’s amazing what a little interest and kindness will do.
5.0
November 10, 2025
My first visit with him and he was very thorough and personable.
5.0
November 6, 2025
Very nice staff Dr. DOWNS WAS VER NICE HE talks so I can understand i really like him.
5.0
November 6, 2025
Excellent discussion and got a great advice and answer
5.0
November 4, 2025
I’ve been seeing Dr. Downs for about two years now. I’ve never had a more empathetic and knowledgeable doctor. I wish I had found him sooner, as I’m sure it would spared me a lot of misery to be in his care.
5.0
November 3, 2025
Very good and caring
5.0
October 31, 2025
Pleasant and informative
5.0
October 29, 2025
Dr Downs listened very well. He answered my questions. He was caring.
5.0
October 28, 2025
Dr.Downs is very detailed in discussing my plan of care and listens to my issues. Very understanding and he smiles all the time! Very friendly!
5.0
October 25, 2025
Dr. Downs is very knowledgeable, and easy to talk to. When I have a concern, he goes out of the way to explain the issue.
5.0
October 15, 2025
Doctor Ian Downs is very kind. He explained everything very clearly I was very satisfied with my visit with him today.
5.0
October 14, 2025
Doctor was well prepared and thorough. Carefully explained everything.
5.0
October 14, 2025
Great doctor. So fortunate to have such good care
5.0
October 13, 2025
Excellent
5.0
October 10, 2025
Very attentive. Listened. Was aware of my history
5.0
October 8, 2025
Dr. Downs is great! He is very knowledgeable. He provides information and his recommendation but also includes the patient in the ultimate decision.
5.0
October 7, 2025
Dr. Downs is exemplary... He is thoughtful, compassionate and caring, and very thorough in his care and attention to detail. I have complete trust and faith in his management of my care.
5.0
October 4, 2025
He was patient and thoroughly explained everything, and he listened to me.
5.0
October 2, 2025
My appointment with Dr. Ian Downs was very good. My communication with him is very good and he’s easy to understand and he allows me to ask questions that I may need more understanding about. I appreciate him as my endocrinologist. He’s a very nice doctor.
5.0
October 1, 2025
On time. Informative
5.0
September 29, 2025
First time I met him and felt very comfortable with him. Explained all the next steps I need to do.
5.0
September 26, 2025
He was excellent
5.0
September 26, 2025
Kindness and consideration
5.0
September 25, 2025
I’m very happy to have been able to be apart of this very informative presentation….i learned something new ~ and was able to understand some of the changes i personally should be making with my dietary habits.
5.0
September 24, 2025
Dr. Downs is very informative and professional. I feel he is well educated in the condition I am going there for! And he always gets back if I send him a message which is very important. I appreciate him very much!
5.0
September 24, 2025
Great
5.0
September 22, 2025
Thank you very much
5.0
September 22, 2025
Kind, interested in me as a patient and answered and addressed my concerns
5.0
September 20, 2025
Dr Downs was extremely professional. & kind..He helped me understand my issues and find a way forward. His team was very welcoming and also very professional.
5.0
September 19, 2025
Dr. Downs was a very good doctor. He took his time to get to know me, answered all my questions, and made me feel comfortable during my first visit.
5.0
September 17, 2025
Dr and all the staff are very caring, attentive and helpful all the time I have been there
5.0
September 17, 2025
First time visit with Dr Downs who was very informative and gave me quality time to ask questions. Nurses and from desk were pleasant and helpful.
5.0
September 16, 2025
Pleasant, clear, helpful, thorough
5.0
September 15, 2025
He listens and answers all my questions and concerns.
5.0
September 15, 2025
Dr Downs is great - he went over my blood test results and answered all my questions.
5.0
September 15, 2025
Very caring and thorough
5.0
September 12, 2025
This was my first meeting with Dr Downs. I was impressed with the level of care. He reviewed my health and medications and allowed me to ask questions. I felt respected and cared for!
4.0
September 12, 2025
The appointment took way too long.
5.0
September 10, 2025
He took the time to listen to my concerns.
5.0
September 9, 2025
Well informed about my health.
5.0
September 9, 2025
Informative and helpful
5.0
September 4, 2025
Took time with me today to go through my test results and current charted events did not rush me through the visit. He was respectful of my time.
5.0
September 2, 2025
He knew my chart. asked good questions . asked me if i had any questions. a good listener.
5.0
August 29, 2025
Dr Downs is kind, knowledgeable, listens, and confident. Sound advise and treatment options. Great doctor!
5.0
August 29, 2025
Dr Downs was very through and cordial
5.0
August 28, 2025
Very kind, informative and thorough ! Checked everything and related concerns to me . He gave me information to think about and ordered everything I needed.
5.0
August 27, 2025
It was very educational
5.0
August 27, 2025
Doctor was very attentive and took the time to listen and communicate. Often doctor appointments are rushed, but this was great. I was able to communicate concerns and my information and the doctor took his time to listen and communicate back his understanding and concerns.
5.0
August 26, 2025
He very nice. Listens to me and concerns about my health. He is very patient and cares about his patients.
5.0
August 25, 2025
He listened very carefully to my questions, and answered them in depth.
5.0
August 20, 2025
Excellent bedside manner. Easy to discuss concerns with.
5.0
August 19, 2025
Always professional and friendly
5.0
August 18, 2025
Attentive and carein
5.0
August 15, 2025
Although he is filling in for my regular doctor… he was personal and caring
5.0
August 14, 2025
All went well with my appointment.
5.0
August 13, 2025
I received great information about the meter readings. All of my questions were answered.
5.0
August 12, 2025
Answered all my u Questions plus very professional.
5.0
August 12, 2025
Professional. Very nice and helpful.
5.0
August 11, 2025
Dr. Downs was attentive, affable and caring. Very patient and comprehensive in his explanations. GREST doctor!
5.0
August 11, 2025
Dr Downs is an excellent Doctor very happy to have found him.
5.0
August 7, 2025
Professional
5.0
August 6, 2025
Dr. Downs was pleasant, informative, and answered all my questions. He discussed alternate treatments with me and explained their pros and cons.
5.0
August 5, 2025
Very satisfied with the treatment of my diabetes and adjustment of medication.
5.0
August 5, 2025
Excellent