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Kimberly J. Richardson, MD

(she/her)
  • Internal Medicine
Average rating: 5.0
 
Torrance Lomita Primary & Specialty Care |

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

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

Medical Services

Areas of Focus

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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)
  • L.A. Care
  • Medicare Advantage
  • MultiPlan
  • UFCM Health System
  • Prime Health Services
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealthcare

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Reviews

Overall Rating:
5.0
285 total ratings | 110 reviews
5.0
February 28, 2025
Dr Richardson was extremely attentive to my needs and very easy to interact with.
5.0
February 25, 2025
She is a rockstar and that’s coming from a physician.
5.0
February 24, 2025
It was a great experience I am very comfortable talking with my new doctor
4.0
February 24, 2025
It was short but pleasant. Straightforward to the point of the check-up.
5.0
February 21, 2025
Dr listened to my concerns and assisted with a letter