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Lara T. Kose, MD, MS
- 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.
About
Dr. Lara Kose is a general internal medicine physician who practices in Encino. She provides comprehensive care to her patients, and her clinical interests include preventive care, heart disease and diabetes. She is fluent in Armenian.
Dr. Kose received her medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia. She then completed her internal medicine internship and residency at Huntington Hospital in Pasadena. Prior to that, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and a Master of Science degree from the University of California, San Diego.
Dr. Kose was raised in LA’s San Fernando Valley, where she is happy to be practicing medicine. When she's not working, Dr. Kose enjoys spending time with her husband and her daughter, traveling, hiking, cooking, and live music.
Languages
Education
Medical Board Certification
Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2020
Residency
Internal Medicine, Huntington Memorial Hospital, 2020
Degrees
MD, Drexel University College of Medicine, 2017
MS, University of California, San Diego, 2011
Recognitions
- Super Doctors® Southern California Rising Stars 2023-2025
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)
- 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 2023-2025
Links
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.
224 total ratings | 186 reviews
5.0
August 7, 2025
The doctor was very patient did not rush me, and addressed or concerns I had in a professional manner
5.0
August 7, 2025
Dr. Kose is simply the best.
5.0
August 4, 2025
Dr. Kose is kind and caring. She takes the time to listen to my concerns and navigates my health journey with all the appropriate resources so that I feel safe and comfortable that I am getting the right care at UCLA
5.0
August 2, 2025
Knows my health history.
5.0
August 2, 2025
Dr. Kose was excellent! She went over everything, and answered all of my questions and concerns!
5.0
August 2, 2025
Dr. Was amazing, provided reassurance for my condition, was gentle and kind.
5.0
August 2, 2025
Dr Kose is amazing. She listens, cares, and is a wonderful doctor.
5.0
July 31, 2025
I enjoy every visit with Dr. Kose. She always takes her time and listens to me and my concerns about my health and what we can do together to make it better.
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July 30, 2025
Dr. Kose took her time getting in-depth information on my additional symptoms and back story. We reviewed my long list of prescriptions and talked about supplements, hippie treatments (she dissuaded me from this), memory impairment due to medicines not mixing well, my long Covid symptoms, and that I now probably have another autoimmune disease. Dr. Kose's patience, vast knowledge, and encouragement were helpful.
5.0
July 24, 2025
Very knowledgeable, professional, caring and nice!
5.0
July 24, 2025
Very caring and smart doctor
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July 23, 2025
We spent a long time with her She answered all of our questions
5.0
July 22, 2025
Great
5.0
July 22, 2025
dr. kose is one of the best physicians i’ve had. her ability to listen and empathize is exceptional
5.0
July 21, 2025
Like always very professional in her line of work
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July 14, 2025
Dr. Kose actively listened to what I was explaining and asked several questions to clarify her understanding. The next steps she laid out made sense to me.
5.0
July 11, 2025
Polite and efficient. Doctor Kose is great to talk to.
5.0
July 10, 2025
Listened closely and asked good follow up questions. Empathetic and took her time with me
5.0
July 9, 2025
I always have a great experience with Dr. Kose. She is such a wonderful doctor, patient, empathetic and supportive. I feel so safe and taken cared of with her. She takes the time to listen to all my questions and concerns. I am so fortunate to have such a smart and knowledgeable doctor who truly cares about her patients.
5.0
July 9, 2025
Dr. Kose is kind & understanding but also direct & professional - I feel very comfortable with her & confident in her abilities -
5.0
July 9, 2025
Dr Kose is very caring and attentive about my health and wellbeing
5.0
July 8, 2025
Excellent doctor
5.0
July 8, 2025
Dr Kose is really very good with her patient. She listened with all my health issues and discussed all my concerns that I presented to her. Thank you Dr Kose
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July 7, 2025
Dr Kose very knowledgeable helpful caring thank you for her and ucla
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July 4, 2025
Dr. Kose would see me immediately without an advance appointment . This is truly wonderful . She is extremely polite , very worthy of an UCLA Physician . Her Prescription immediately lowered my blood pressure . Her decision is in total agreement with my Cardiologist .
5.0
July 2, 2025
Dr Kose is very patient and knowledgeable.
5.0
July 1, 2025
She listened asked questions and clearly cared about my health. Couldn’t ask for more.
5.0
July 1, 2025
As always, attentive, caring, asks the right questions, listens, and provides good care and advice
5.0
June 27, 2025
With followers of today, the results of treatment look perfect
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June 27, 2025
I felt that my doctor gathered information and explained things well. I didn’t feel like she was rushing.
5.0
June 27, 2025
Great first experience with Dr. Kose! She is super personable and very thorough. Asks plenty of important questions including diet, exercise and family history. The offices felt very modern and super clean. Would definitely recommend her to other people!
5.0
June 26, 2025
She walked me through options and was very caring and supportive.
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June 26, 2025
Dr. Kose is very calm and competent, and she explains things clearly without being patronizing.
5.0
June 26, 2025
She was incredibly attentive, great listener, really good at explaining things and care plans.
5.0
June 26, 2025
Excellent job
5.0
June 24, 2025
Kind and smart
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June 18, 2025
Dr. Kose was very nice and very attentive about my questions and I felt very comfortable with her answers!
5.0
June 18, 2025
Adore Dr kose. Her exams are so we directed and she is so pleasant.
5.0
June 13, 2025
Very thorough and caring.
5.0
June 13, 2025
Dr Lara Kose is excellent. She is very caring and thorough. She covers all my concerns and has referred me to needed specialists and testing. I would very highly recommend her.
5.0
June 12, 2025
Dr. Cose is very comprehensive and on top of what needs to be done to monitor and help me maintain my health. She and I have a wonderful partnership as patient and doctor.
5.0
June 12, 2025
Concerned, thorough and a pleasure to talk with. Highly satisfied.
5.0
June 12, 2025
Dr Kose is amazing! She listens to everything and does not rush me ever. She allows as many questions as I need and is always patient and kind.
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June 11, 2025
Dr. Kose is exceptional ! She listens and sympathies, she is professional and I will recommend her to family and friends!
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June 10, 2025
She was very attentive to my concerns and offered good insight into my symptoms
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June 9, 2025
Our doctor is amazing. Dr. Kose is very professional and professional. She answered all our questions and she was very sensitive about my situation. We are very happy with our doctor.
5.0
June 6, 2025
Smart, helpful, kind !
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June 6, 2025
Very good
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June 4, 2025
My doctor is very informative
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June 3, 2025
I saw Dr. Kose about recent lab work indicating anemia. She was very thorough, professional and courteous. She was generous with her time and asked many questions. She offered sound advice, ordered new labs and helped me understand why this condition might have developed.
5.0
June 2, 2025
Dr kose was very thorough. She is patient and nice. Dr. Made me feel comfortable and taken good care of me.
5.0
June 1, 2025
She listened and answered all my questions. She speaks clearly and is easy to understand. I really like her and the way she conducts the appointment.
5.0
June 1, 2025
It felt my doctor cared about my health and wellbeing. And listened to me.
5.0
May 31, 2025
I love my doctor. She really listens and offers great advice.
5.0
May 31, 2025
She is very kind and knowledgeable
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May 30, 2025
Smart & kind
5.0
May 30, 2025
Dr.Kose is amazing. She always listens when I’m concerned about something with my health. She’s patient and always takes the time to explain things to me.
5.0
May 29, 2025
Dr. Kose and her nurse were both interested in resolving my poor sore arm. Dr. Kose’s made several suggestions as to where to start my recovery. So I will return to physical therapy and see if that works.
5.0
May 27, 2025
Dr Kose is always easy to talk to, she listens. She is thoughtful about her recommendations. She asks questions. I know she’s a busy doctor, but I never feel rushed when I see her. I wish more doctors were like her.
5.0
May 23, 2025
Very Informative. Amazing Help
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May 22, 2025
She listened. That's a BIGGIE!!!
4.0
May 22, 2025
She was quite pleasant & professional
5.0
May 21, 2025
Lara was able to accommodate my rushed appt and needs. Thankfully I can keep my surgery date.
5.0
May 21, 2025
Amazing Everyone was so nice and helpful and caring I couldn’t ask for a better experience thank you for being there for me
5.0
May 20, 2025
The doctor explained my situation clearly, and I am moving forward to improve my health,
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May 19, 2025
She spent a lot of time with me and was very encouraging and inspiring.
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May 17, 2025
De. Kose is attentive, detailed, and thorough.
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May 15, 2025
Dr. Kose is the best. We love her. I only wish that we had found her sooner. We are truly grateful to have her as our doctor.
5.0
May 15, 2025
Everything was great very efficient
5.0
May 15, 2025
We discussed numerous health issues and concerns. Dr. Kose offered advice, etc. Always friendly and helpful.
5.0
May 13, 2025
Dr. Kose, is patient, kind, she really listens and cares
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May 12, 2025
We spoke in detail about my blood pressure and referred me for an MRI for rotator cup pain . Dr . Kose was great!
5.0
May 12, 2025
The doctor made sure she answered all of my questions and checked all the points I had questions about
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May 10, 2025
Dr very helpful, kind and showed concern
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May 9, 2025
Dr Kose has been great.
5.0
May 8, 2025
Dr. Kose responded to all of my concerns and more. She is always on top of her game. I trust her implicitly and feel my health improves thanks to her insight and care.
5.0
May 8, 2025
Dr was very kind and supportive. Used shared decision making tactics and was very thorough. I enjoy working with my MD
5.0
May 7, 2025
Dr Kose is an excellent listener and so empathetic. While she is with me I truly feel like I'm being seen and heard.
5.0
May 6, 2025
Dr Kose was very engaged and focused on helping me with my concerns and health issue. We discused my symptoms and a few courses of actions and what would be most effective
5.0
May 6, 2025
Doctor was excellent. She was listening to all my issues and order the necessary test for me. I am so grateful for her service.
5.0
May 5, 2025
Dr. Kose is extremely knowledgeable and truly listens to my current status and concerns. One of the best doctors I have ever encountered .
5.0
May 5, 2025
Dr Kose is the most knowledgeable, helpful doctor I’ve ever had. Today was no exception. She recommended the perfect solutions for what ailed me and comforted me about the ailments that I was worried about.
5.0
May 5, 2025
Service with care and compassion
5.0
May 5, 2025
Kose is the best!!! She is so kind, caring and easy to speak to. I'm so grateful to have her as a doctor.
5.0
May 1, 2025
Dr kose very professional and helpful Doctor thanks UCLA
5.0
May 1, 2025
Dr.Kose is in my opinion the best doctor at UCLA she's paitient, kniwledgable about so many things. I'm so comfortable with her as my PCP. Her staff is extremely professional and respectful. I look forward to my visits with Dr.Kise and her staff.
5.0
May 1, 2025
Very thorough
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April 30, 2025
She is knowledgeable and thorough
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April 29, 2025
Dr Kose is such a caring doctor I can’t recommend her enough.
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April 27, 2025
Doctor Kose was very attentive, she addressed all of my concerns.
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April 26, 2025
Great
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April 24, 2025
Very thorough, compassionate.
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April 23, 2025
Great doctor. Very caring and detailed with answering any questions I had.
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April 21, 2025
She is a good listener and answered my questions in an understandable way. Offered a treatment plan.
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April 21, 2025
Dr. Klose was very professional. Dr. Klose used sense and sensibility. She answered all our questions. We are totally satisfied with our Doctor.
5.0
April 11, 2025
Dr. KOSE is very wonderful. She is so well prepared, knowledgeable, thorough, kind, patient. She radiates competence and compassion She continually teaches as she works with me. I give her A+++.
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April 8, 2025
Very thorough and caring. Recommended.
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April 2, 2025
Dr. Kose is kind, efficient, and competent. It is a pleasure to have her as my Internist.
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March 31, 2025
I am very happy with my doctor
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March 21, 2025
I felt that my doctor listened and was interested in caring for me.
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March 20, 2025
She spent a lot of time listening and has knowledge and expertise that is very helpful
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March 19, 2025
Dr. Kose was friendly, knowledgeable, and spent a lot of time with me!
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March 18, 2025
Doctor Kose is very unique: She listen & understands my Concerns. She helps me stay well. She is down to earth ! Thank you for this kind doctor !
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March 13, 2025
Having the option to discuss my current health issue with Dr. Kose via video appointment (especially since I saw her in person last week) was very helpful & constructive. Per usual, Dr. Kose was informative, knowledgeable & caring re helping me decide on treatment. I’m always grateful for her expertise.
5.0
March 12, 2025
She’s very attentive, very caring and she asked me a lot of questions
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March 7, 2025
She was on time, she asked me questions about myself, she asked what I wanted to accomplish, and she was very thorough and approachable.
5.0
March 6, 2025
I am always so impressed by the care & efficiency & support I receive from my doctor & her staff
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March 6, 2025
It was a thorough and detailed exam and I really enjoyed learning about a lot of information at doctor shared
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March 5, 2025
Had a great visit with Dr Kose
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March 3, 2025
Excellent doctor Smart & caring
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February 25, 2025
Very happy and pleased with my visit with Dr Kose. She always takes good care of me.
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February 24, 2025
Dr. Lara Kose is very nice, caring and professional!
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February 20, 2025
Dr Kose is the best she always explains everything and never is in hurry
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February 19, 2025
Dr. Kose is phenomenal! Truly a beacon of compassion and thoroughness in a world where so many healthcare professionals are burnt out and have so much to do. She made me feel seen, heard, and cared for. I appreciate all that she does.
5.0
February 18, 2025
Listened to my concerns
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February 18, 2025
Dr Kose is very helpful. I appreciate the relationship we have established.
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February 18, 2025
Addressed all issues
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February 13, 2025
The doctor listened to me and explained in detail any questions or concerns that I had. I had a great experience with her.
5.0
February 12, 2025
Thorough and thoughtful
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February 11, 2025
I’m really happy with Dr Kose as my doctor. She really listens. She understands and she helps. I feel comfortable talking to her.
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February 11, 2025
She listens and is willing to try things for treatment, and also always better safe than sorry and better prevent than treat and IT IS SO APPRECIATED. How medicine should be.
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February 7, 2025
Dr. Kose is an exemplary member of her profession. She is patient and addresses all my needs. Big fan of Dr. Kose!
5.0
February 5, 2025
It was my first visit with Dr L Kose and she was great. She was thorough and patient while discussing my previous medical issues. We identified several key areas to focus on and we scheduled a follow up physical and several referrals for specific health issues
5.0
February 3, 2025
A temp new doctor to me. Got to my problem right away. I had some kind of stomach flu. I was given medication & I am on the road to recovery. The doctor was professional & carting.
5.0
January 31, 2025
Helpful, professional
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January 31, 2025
Knowledgeable and genuinely caring. Plus she was wearing a mask!
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January 30, 2025
She was so caring and patient and very interested in what I was saying and she never rushed me
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January 28, 2025
Dr. Kose excellent, mindful and includes patient in decision making.
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January 28, 2025
Dr. Kose is very patient and knowledgeable. She always listens to your concerns without rush. I really appreciate it.
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January 28, 2025
Dr koss is sincerely interested in her patients.
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January 27, 2025
Dr Kose care today and always was exceptional
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January 26, 2025
Dr Kose is very personable and approachable. She answered all my questions and I did not feel rushed.
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January 25, 2025
Excellent
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January 25, 2025
Dr Kose is a great listener and gave great medical advice.
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January 23, 2025
She was very open and understanding. It brought me great comfort that I didn?t feel judgement from Dr.Kose
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January 23, 2025
Very thorough and genuinely engaged. Was a great experience.
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January 21, 2025
Dr. Lara Kose is the most professional, caring and compassionate doctor I have ever had. I am beyond grateful for her knowledge and for the advice she always provides.
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January 16, 2025
Dr Kose is warm and caring and an excellent doctor
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January 15, 2025
Friendly and helpful.
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January 15, 2025
We had a good review and discussed my health concerns
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January 14, 2025
Dr. Kose is the best. We are so happy to have found her.
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January 14, 2025
Dr. Kose was amazing. She addressed all my concerns and made me feel welcomed. Very down to earth.
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January 13, 2025
The doctor was really caring and thorough
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January 13, 2025
Dr. Kose is a wonderful doctor. She listens closely, provides clear explanations, and communicates care for her patients.
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January 11, 2025
I am a new patient with Dr. Kose and am very happy I found her. She took her time with me and I never felt rushed like I had to get everything out in 5 minutes. I feel I’ve made the right choice.
5.0
January 8, 2025
I am very pleased with Doctor Kose she is always taking good care of me. She is very caring and comfortable to talk too.
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January 7, 2025
She listens, believes me, respects me and helps me investigate the root of the problems I'm having versus just band aids.. she is excellent.
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January 7, 2025
Dr. Kose is my regular PCP and she did an exceptional job of integrating my care plan after I had three immediate care visits over the holidays, reconciling medications, guiding next steps, everything one would want to occur. On top of her clear clinical guidance, she also reassured me about what some of my risks were and weren't which was very helpful.
5.0
January 6, 2025
Dr Kose is very attentive.
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January 6, 2025
Went over health care
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December 28, 2024
She clearly had reviewed my record prior to the appointment and came prepared with recommendations which I appreciated
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December 26, 2024
Dr Kose, and everyone else were professional, caring, prompt, and helpful
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December 22, 2024
Dr. Kose is the BEST!! She always goes above and beyond and I so appreciate her! My visits with her are ALL great! I feel good after I meet with her. I trust her completely with my care. She makes great referrals too! Excellent doctor!!! Thank you!
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December 20, 2024
Dr. Kose is the best! It’s very hard to find good doctors. So lucky to be her patient.
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December 18, 2024
I met with Dr. Kise for the first time today and she made me feel heard and safe. The offices are very nice and the staff is friendly. I am so happy I have made the move to UCLA and Dr. Kose
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December 17, 2024
Dr. Kose is great!! I’m so excited she’s my new PCP. She was very thoughtful and I appreciated her attentive focus during the appointment.
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December 17, 2024
Exactly as expects, from arrival through departure.
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December 11, 2024
She is very thorough so we had a good discussion about my situation.
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December 11, 2024
She is the best
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December 10, 2024
Dr. Kose is an amazing doctor. So thorough, attentive, and patient-centered. Takes time to listen and makes me feel understood and cared for. I am so thankful to have her help manage my chronic fatigue syndrome.
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December 3, 2024
Patient, detailed and nice
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December 2, 2024
Dr. Kose is a phenomenal physician. She is a professional, knowledgeable, cares, always listens, and makes me feel safe in her care.
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November 27, 2024
Doctor Kose is always very informative and listens. She gives great advice and help for making medical plans
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November 25, 2024
Best doctor ever kind caring passionate and professional
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November 21, 2024
Excellent thorough care
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November 21, 2024
Dr Kose was so pleasant and informative, I really don’t have enough good things to say. I immediately felt at ease around her and she was super proactive about answering my questions.
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November 17, 2024
She is so knowledgeable and willing to share information. Very kind, easy to talk to, super encouraging. Listed to my questions and discussed alternatives. Love her, she is the best.
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November 14, 2024
Dr. Kose was very professional, attentive and personal. She listened carefully to my concerns and went over my whole file and discussed each item in my medical record. She was very pleasant and friendly, and gave me some advice regarding some questions that I had.
5.0
November 13, 2024
Always a great experience
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November 12, 2024
Dr. Kose is so special.. always attentive and supportive. She offered new sinus medication that will be helpful.
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November 11, 2024
Dr Kose is great.
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November 8, 2024
Dr. Kose is wonderful. She always takes the time to cover everything and is forward thinking. Brings up issues I should be concerned about and explains everything.
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November 6, 2024
Was one of the best experiences she spent quality time with me and addressed my concerns. Best doctor ever
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November 4, 2024
I received great care today from my doctor
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November 1, 2024
Dr Kose is so helpful and informative. She listens well and very understanding. She helped me with a problem I didn’t think I’d be able to solve in one appointment. Her advice and help is so touching and life changing.
5.0
October 31, 2024
She listens to you and helps find answers to your questions. Very caring and compassionate ❤️
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October 30, 2024
Dr Kose is amazing and all the supporting staff. I went in there feeling so sad and struggling and when I left I felt lighter and could smile. The patient care, encouragement is top notch. I feel incredibly supported and like I can and will get healthy! I’m so incredibly greatful for UCLA Health and the long covid program. Dr Kose cares for her patients and gives so much help and is so thorough!
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October 28, 2024
I generally have a very positive experience with UCLA health. I like how everything is easily accessible and transferable between doctors, but I do occasionally run into a poor doctor but today was not that I usually don’t leave reviews unless I I’m extremely impressed or extremely dissatisfied today. I was extremely impressed. I really like Doctor Kose and she takes the time to explain everything and really understand your symptoms. I wish I could give her 10 stars out of five very exceptional. Amazing. Give her her a raise.
5.0
October 24, 2024
Dr. Kose listened to my concerns and needs attentively. She cared about what I needed to say and that to me makes her a great doctor.
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October 23, 2024
Wonderful Doctor that made me feel comfortable and was willing to work so well with me and was patient and kind.
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October 22, 2024
Everything was easy and perfect.
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October 22, 2024
Listened well, asked great questions, had good suggestions, and created next steps
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October 21, 2024
Dr. Kose was very thorough, and went over everything with me and answered all my questions. She gets a 10/10
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October 18, 2024
Dr. Kose is one of the best doctors I’ve seen in my life. She obviously knows her stuff. Her great strength is her ability to make the patient feel seen and heard. Really seems like you are a special patient to her. She Is your most valuable asset!
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October 16, 2024
Dr was a good listener and has good bedside manner. Explained what tests would be taken and what to do to feel better in the interim until test results were received.
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October 14, 2024
I have a very good rapport with Dr Kose