Kimberly J. Richardson, MD

(she/her)
  • Internal Medicine
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.
Torrance Lomita Primary & Specialty Care |
3500 Lomita Boulevard, Suite 300 Torrance, CA 90505

About

Dr. Kimberly Richardson grew up in Kansas City and received her undergraduate degree from Baker University.  She went on to receive her medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine, then completed her internal medicine residency and chief residency at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN.

Dr. Richardson is a primary care internist practicing in Torrance.  She specializes in the care of adults with an emphasis on chronic disease management including diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia and other chronic medical conditions.  She understands the importance of patient-physician communication and aims to create a space where patients and their family members feel comfortable.

Dr. Richardson is a designated UCLA Health LGBTQ+ Champion with advanced training in the care of adult patients in the LGBTQ+ community.  She has experience in gender health with clinical interests in PrEP/PEP and primary care of the HIV patient.  She is currently an assistant clinical professor in the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. 

In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, movies and the beach.

Contact

310-315-8900 - Primary Care
310-267-4334 - Gender Health

Languages

English

Education

Medical Board Certification

Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2014

Residency

Internal Medicine, Mayo Graduate School of Medicine, 2014

Degree

MD, University of Kansas Medical Center, 2011

Recognitions

Locations

UCLA Health Torrance Primary & Specialty Care
South Bay

Torrance Lomita Primary & Specialty Care

Internal Medicine| Geriatric Medicine| Endocrinology
+2 more specialties
UCLA Health Prospect Clinic
South Bay

Redondo Beach Primary & Specialty Care

Family Medicine| Internal Medicine| Dermatology
+4 more specialties

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

Medical Services

Areas of Focus

Videos

Meet Kimberly J. Richardson, MD

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.
391 total ratings | 262 reviews
5.0
Dr. Richardson is very thorough, informative regarding my medical tests and overall health condition. All my concerns were handled to my satisfaction.
5.0
Dr. Richardson is the best doctor I���ve ever had. She has the perfect combination of incredible medical knowledge, genuine compassion, and a personable approach that makes every visit comfortable and reassuring. She truly goes above and beyond for her patients, always taking the time to listen, explain everything thoroughly, and make you feel genuinely cared for. It���s rare to find a doctor who is both so skilled and so kind. I���m incredibly grateful and so happy she���s my doctor.
5.0
She was very understanding and patient. Her bedside manner is exceptional. She took her time explaining things to me.
5.0
She���s very bright which is what I like most.
5.0
We had a very good visit with Dr Richardson today. She a very good listener.