Lillian Chen, MD
- 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
US
About
Dr. Lillian Chen was born on the East Coast and moved to Taiwan at the age of 10. She returned to the U.S. after high school and graduated with honors from UC Berkeley with a BA in Molecular and Cell Biology. She earned her medical degree from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and subsequently completed her residency training in internal medicine at UCLA. She currently provides comprehensive primary care ranging from preventive health care to the management of chronic medical conditions. She also serves as a Clinical Instructor at the David Geffen School of Medicine. In her free time she enjoys cooking, baking, traveling, and exploring new restaurants.
Languages
Education
Medical Board Certification
Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2015
Residency
Internal Medicine, UCLA School of Medicine, 2015
Internship
Internal Medicine, UCLA School of Medicine, 2013
Degree
MD, University of Wisconsin Medical School, 2012
Locations
South Bay
Torrance Lomita Primary & Specialty Care
Torrance Lomita Primary & Specialty Care
Internal Medicine| Geriatric Medicine| Endocrinology
Fax:310-257-0031
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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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.
368 total ratings | 216 reviews
5.0
May 30, 2025
Appointment time was quick and efficient and Dr. Chen listened to what I had to say and did a thorough exam.
5.0
May 30, 2025
She was amazing!!! Kind thorough and thoughtful
5.0
May 29, 2025
She is very a detail person
5.0
May 29, 2025
Everything from staff to doctor was amazing!
5.0
May 27, 2025
Quick and convenient video appointment. All concerns answered and as always excellent Doctor Chen that listens and cares.
5.0
May 23, 2025
Dr Chen is caring, compassionate, and an excellent doctor. She is the best.
5.0
May 23, 2025
Dr. Chen is the best physician I've ever had. Caring, knowledgeable and able to coordinate enormous amounts of information from other physicians I've seen into a workable plan. She always has a positive attitude that makes me look forward to seeing her. Top rated.
5.0
May 23, 2025
Exceeded expectations
5.0
May 21, 2025
Doctor was informative and was prepared. She knew my medical background so that made me confident that she knew me. Very helpful!
5.0
May 21, 2025
Dr Chen is very concerned and empathetic.
5.0
May 20, 2025
Thorough and professional and comprehensive.
5.0
May 20, 2025
Patient and personable
5.0
May 19, 2025
She is very thorough and listens to all my concerns. She is patient and never seems to be in a hurry. Great bedside manor.
5.0
May 19, 2025
She’s the best
5.0
May 19, 2025
Dr. Chen was very patient and listened to what I needed.
5.0
May 19, 2025
Dr Chen was thorough, compassionate, and very informative when answering questions. She is on time and has a good sense of humor.
5.0
May 19, 2025
Dr. Chen is very concerned about my health.
5.0
May 14, 2025
Very patient and helpful.
5.0
May 14, 2025
Dr. Chen is the best. She listens and has the best bedside manner. I couldn’t ask for a better PCP. I always feel comfortable and she is very easy going and easy to talk to about my health concerns.
5.0
May 13, 2025
It was great as always very empathetic knowledgeable in my health and very supportive and helpful with assisting me and caring for me.
5.0
May 13, 2025
Excellent doctor
5.0
May 13, 2025
Dr. Chen is kind and compassionate, and really went above and beyond to help me.
5.0
May 12, 2025
Dr. Chen is personable and thorough. I really appreciate and value her expertise and demeanor.
5.0
May 12, 2025
Dr. Chen was friendly, patient and listened well. She was very thorough and made sure any questions I had were answered.
5.0
May 11, 2025
She was friendly, asked me questions to have a better understanding what brought me to immediate care, and explained next steps after confirming diagnosis.
5.0
May 11, 2025
Knowledgeable, professional easy to talk with.
5.0
May 9, 2025
Dr Chen is one if the most thorough and caring Doctors out there. Her smile & positive nature puts you at ease & her questions show that she is determined to give you the best level of care. Give her a raise!
5.0
May 8, 2025
Dr. Chen is great.
5.0
May 7, 2025
Dr Chen is an excellent doctor always listen cares wants the best treatment available
5.0
May 2, 2025
Knowledgeable very helpful and good listener satisfied with my visit.
5.0
May 1, 2025
Always a great experience.
5.0
April 30, 2025
I always have a pleasant and informative visit with Dr. Chen.
5.0
April 30, 2025
Dr Chen always takes the time to care for my health and answer all my questions.
5.0
April 30, 2025
Doctor Chen is the most kind and caring person I have ever known as a doctor. She has been very supportive when I talk to her about my issues.
5.0
April 29, 2025
Dr. Chen is always listen to me and answers my concerns. She I think she is an excellent doctor.
5.0
April 29, 2025
Lillian Chen is stellar & so is her staff
5.0
April 28, 2025
Dr Chen has very concern about my health and take extra care about my problems.
5.0
April 25, 2025
Dr. Chen spent as much time as necessary to listen to my problem, and discuss next steps. She was very attentive, kind, and knowledgeable. Well, she’s not my regular primary care doctor, she took time prior to seeing me to review my chart, and had a good understanding of my past history.
5.0
April 24, 2025
My Dr. Chen was so attentive in explaining what was being done for a pre-op appointment. Made sure that I'm all set for my operation and minimize my worries
5.0
April 24, 2025
Dr. Chen is wonderful! She is very through and explains everything when asked!
5.0
April 24, 2025
Very professional, kind, and courteous. I was helped immediately and cared for accordingly
5.0
April 23, 2025
Dr Lillian Chen is the best! Thank you
5.0
April 22, 2025
Could not have been better
5.0
April 22, 2025
Dr. Chen is amazing!
5.0
April 21, 2025
Very easy, right on time, and very friendly.
5.0
April 19, 2025
She was very respectful and showed a caring disposition. She outlined a plan for my recovery
5.0
April 17, 2025
Excelent
5.0
April 17, 2025
Dr. Lilian Chen is a fantastic doctor. She listens and recommends treatments. She Works really hard.
5.0
April 17, 2025
Prompt Answered all my questions Gave feedback on tests I still need to take
5.0
April 14, 2025
Dr Chen cares for my health, pay attention to all my problems and recommends me to see specialist.
5.0
April 14, 2025
I think Dr Chen is an amazing doctor! very knowledgeable, available to answer questions, and I love the my chart app where you can access your medical history, msg your office and more all in a very timely manner.
5.0
April 13, 2025
She was very nice and explained everything
5.0
April 11, 2025
Always pleasant and professional.
5.0
April 8, 2025
Wonderful.
5.0
April 3, 2025
Dr Chen is always caring and wants the best for me.
5.0
April 1, 2025
Discussed my cold symptoms and sinus issues with Dr. Chen. I am so fortunate to have Dr. Chen as my primary doctor. She really listens to my issues and offers me solutions/options. I always complement her on this fact… when I message her, she responds right away. That’s something I appreciate, that doesn’t always happen with every doctor I see.
5.0
March 27, 2025
Dr Chen is wonderful. Very attentive and knowledgeable. She is kind, positive and shows real caring.
5.0
March 26, 2025
The call started promptly at the scheduled time and was very helpful. Dr. Chen was thorough and addressed my concerns, creating a plan to resolve my issues as well as scheduled a follow up visit to monitor my progress.
5.0
March 25, 2025
Excellent
5.0
March 14, 2025
Today was my first New Patient visit with Dr. Lillian Chen. Dr. Chen was very thorough in asking and listening to get understanding of my family medical history and current conditions. Dr. Chen was warm and professional, I felt relaxed and cared for.
5.0
March 13, 2025
Dr Chen is caring and does her best to help me through my concerns. She is both thoughtful and technical and responsive.
5.0
March 8, 2025
Dr Chen is kind, caring and empathic . And makes the best clinical recommendations for my brother with special needs .
5.0
March 8, 2025
She was very thorough, kind, and personable.
5.0
March 5, 2025
Dr. Chen is an excellent doctor takes time to make sure everything ok . Blessed to have her as a doctor.
5.0
March 4, 2025
Excelent
5.0
March 4, 2025
Fast, easy and thorough!
5.0
March 4, 2025
Dr. Chen is the best, she always listens and puts me at ease.
5.0
February 28, 2025
Good listener. Offered referal for dermatologist. Revisted previous concerns.
5.0
February 21, 2025
On time through
5.0
February 20, 2025
Always zoned into my needs
5.0
February 20, 2025
Thorough, professional and respectful. Dr. Chen is great.
5.0
February 19, 2025
Dr Chen listens to my health concerns and orders appropriate referrals and diagnostic tests. She is a brilliant diagnostician. Easy to talk to and trust with my health issues.
5.0
February 19, 2025
Dr. Chen is always so helpful and knowledgeable.
5.0
February 19, 2025
A doctor who can take care my health and whom I feel comfortable with, thank you Dr Lillian Chen
5.0
February 17, 2025
I had vertigo, sent a message at the request of another doctor, and the doctor saw me immediately. I feel well cared for when something scary presents.
5.0
February 17, 2025
Dr. Chen was very personable. Very professional and friendly
5.0
February 17, 2025
This is hands down the best experience with any urgent care in the South Bay. From check in to leaving everyone was so kind and really helped me.
5.0
February 14, 2025
Dr. Chen is very warm and considerate. She remembers things about me and always makes me feel welcome.
5.0
February 12, 2025
A doctor I trust
5.0
February 8, 2025
This is my first appointment with Dr. Chen. She is very friendly and detailed.She inquired the health history of my patients as well as my kids, answered all questions.
5.0
February 7, 2025
Very kind very patient and a good listener. I never felt rushed.
5.0
February 7, 2025
She was very knowledgeable and courteous. She took care of my condition in a manner of speedy way without too much reading.
5.0
February 6, 2025
Dr lillian chen is the best!!!!!! She is smart and knowledgeable!
5.0
February 5, 2025
Dr. Chen is the true definition of a doctor who cares about her patients. She listens and provides amazing advice.
5.0
February 1, 2025
Always on time and thorough.
5.0
January 30, 2025
Friendly Carefully
5.0
January 30, 2025
She’s enthusiastic about me having good health. She’s thorough, asking about things we’ve discussed over prior visits.
5.0
January 28, 2025
She listened and comforted me. I love Dr. Chen.
5.0
January 28, 2025
Dr. Chen always takes her time with me. She answers all my questions and seems to genuinely care about me and remember me even though I only see her once a year.
5.0
January 27, 2025
Dr.Chen is always attentive to my health needs.
5.0
January 25, 2025
Professional and super-friendly
5.0
January 23, 2025
Great
5.0
January 22, 2025
She listened to all my concerns and tried to give advice as best as she could. She didn’t make me feel rushed.
5.0
January 21, 2025
Appreciate a fast video appointment. Dr Chen is kind caring and an excellent Doctor who really cares.
5.0
January 19, 2025
Very good care
5.0
January 17, 2025
Good Doctor
5.0
January 16, 2025
Very good.
5.0
January 16, 2025
Everyone I met from the check in to check out was super friendly respectful and helpful. Dr Chen is very kind and good listener, she brings lot of positive energy and is always a joy to see.
5.0
January 15, 2025
She is wonderful
5.0
January 14, 2025
I notified Dr. Chen that I was sick via via myUCLAHealth, and she fit me in same day for care. She is so attentive and compassionate. Dr. Chen is an excellent doctor, one of the best I’ve ever had. And the UCLA staff is wonderful!
5.0
January 12, 2025
Caring, bery nice and professional
5.0
January 11, 2025
Dr Chen is compassionate and kind with my special needs brother and provides care tailored to him
5.0
January 10, 2025
Dr. Chen always welcomes me with a friendly smile! Although she is wearing a mask, I can see it in her eyes and feel it in her voice! She is concerned when I am talking and describing how I am feeling and issues I maybe having.
5.0
January 4, 2025
Dr Chen is very professional and personable
5.0
January 3, 2025
Very professional
5.0
January 2, 2025
Dr.Chen is amazing. Love her
5.0
January 1, 2025
She was very kind, thorough and spent all the time I needed with me.
5.0
January 1, 2025
Extremely thorough, detailed and friendly. She was great!
5.0
December 30, 2024
She responded to my message immediately and allowed me to have an appointment with her and listened to my concerns with great care.
5.0
December 28, 2024
Promptly got in to see doctor upon arrival My worry was rsv or covid since I read they start like a cold or cough and for ages over 65 can quickly cause problems. Nurse who did routine tests was courteous and thorough. Doctor Lillian Chen was thorough in her questioning, and had obviously read some of my history based upon the questions she addressed. Impressive! Offices were clean and neat altogether. This was a very pleasant experience.
5.0
December 20, 2024
Great
5.0
December 17, 2024
Perfect
5.0
December 16, 2024
Personable and efficient
5.0
December 15, 2024
Love Dr. Lillian Chen 😊. She is awesome, empathetic and caring all the time.
5.0
December 15, 2024
If I could give Dr. Chen more stars I would. She has amazing bedside manner. She was so compassionate and really listened to my concerns.
5.0
December 13, 2024
Dr. Chen did an overall review of my health, possible problems my knees. Overall, exam went well
5.0
December 13, 2024
Dr Chen is very personable and professional
5.0
December 13, 2024
Dr Chen is a wonderful doctor!! She is thoroughly invested in my health. She takes her time with me. I’m so lucky to have her as my doctor!
5.0
December 12, 2024
Very good
5.0
December 12, 2024
Dr. Chen is always patient and thorough. She listens to my concerns and runs necessary tests to figure out what is wrong.
5.0
December 11, 2024
Always thorough and compassionate.
5.0
December 11, 2024
Md listen and addressed all my issues
5.0
December 9, 2024
Appreciate professional and kindly supports.
5.0
December 5, 2024
She is very thorough and attentive and addresses all my concerns.
5.0
December 4, 2024
Very thorough and caring.
5.0
November 27, 2024
Dr. Chen is great in listening to patient.
5.0
November 25, 2024
Dr. Chen explained everything clearly and submitted orders while we were talking. She was very attentive.
5.0
November 21, 2024
I love how thorough Dr. Chen is, she also remembers personal things going on in my life…no matter how far in between we see each other.
5.0
November 20, 2024
Great experience
3.0
November 18, 2024
Dr’s bedside manner was great however waited over 30 mins to be seen for my routine appt
5.0
November 18, 2024
Dr. Chen was very thorough and compassion in helping me in my time of need.
5.0
November 16, 2024
Dr. Chen is wonderful! She always listens and has excellent insight. I trust her implicitly.
5.0
November 15, 2024
DR, Chen is So helpful and she care about her patients so much! I would not trade her for a different doctor. In my opinion, I feel like she is the best. Not only because she care but because she make sure that once you leave out of the office that you talked about everything that needed to be talked about. Admire the person that she is UCLA blessed to have.
5.0
November 12, 2024
Knowledgeable. Informative. Helpful.
5.0
November 9, 2024
Dr Lillian Chen is as nice and caring as always. She checked the rash on my skin and prescribed another cream; she ordered an EKG because I reported to her my short of breath episode this morning. I am blessed to have such wonderful primary doctor
5.0
November 9, 2024
Dr. Chen was amazing! Excellent bedside manners. I felt like she cared and truly listened to my concerns. She was very thorough as well.
5.0
November 8, 2024
Dr. Chen is very easy to talk to caring, answered all my questions.
5.0
November 7, 2024
Spent appropriate time with me discussing issues
5.0
November 7, 2024
Well informed very educated
5.0
November 6, 2024
Dr Chen is the best doctor I have ever had in my 80 years on this planet. She listens to my concerns, gives solid feedback and advice, understandable explanations, and is cheerful.
5.0
November 5, 2024
Dr Chen was thorough and a great listener.
5.0
November 1, 2024
She was very pleasant and clearly competent
5.0
November 1, 2024
We had a good exchange of causes for my condition.
5.0
October 29, 2024
Dr. Chen was so helpful and efficient. I appreciate her care and compassion.
5.0
October 28, 2024
Dr Chen is very personable and thorough. She really listens to my concerns and takes action on all of them. For me, One of the reasons I stay with UCLA Health is because of Dr. Chen. She’s my favorite doctor by far.
5.0
October 26, 2024
Very helpful and knowledgeable
5.0
October 26, 2024
Dr Chen was great. She is very knowledgeable and helpful with my medical problem. She gave me plenty of information and advice.
5.0
October 26, 2024
Dr Chen listens attentively to my concerns. She is always kind, caring and thorough. She addresses all my needs and is reassuring. I always leave the office very satisfied with my visit. Thank you Dr Chen and staff!!
5.0
October 25, 2024
Great wellness check. Dr. Chen is a wonderful doctor. She listens and answers all my questions. I really appreciate, what people used to call, her bedside manner. She is a caring professional.
5.0
October 25, 2024
Professional, thorough, & very kind.
5.0
October 25, 2024
She's the best
5.0
October 24, 2024
Dr. Chen takes her time to listen and discuss each issue with concern and care. She gives an educated and all inclusive response. Very happy to have her as my doctor.
5.0
October 24, 2024
Excellent care as usual
4.0
October 24, 2024
Mostly Competent, skipped over my Right Eye issue, when ask Dr Chen still didn’t provide an answer. After I pressed for a diagnosis, Dr Chen suggested there may not be a solution other than rest, reducing stress and/or caffeine or Botox. Overall Satisfied with today’s visit.
5.0
October 23, 2024
Dr. Chen is always very thorough in my visits with her. Always answers all my questions and concerns. Very compassionate. I love having her as my doctor.
5.0
October 22, 2024
Quick response to messages, accommodated last minute appt. I love Dr Chen and her staff!!!
5.0
October 22, 2024
Excellent. Such a great doctor
5.0
October 22, 2024
Always an excellent experience with Dr. Chen!
5.0
October 21, 2024
The doctor very professional and care about my health.
5.0
October 20, 2024
Excellent wonderful doctor and staff So friendly and professional Efficient
5.0
October 18, 2024
Good
5.0
October 16, 2024
I say the same thing every time she is very professional and kind
5.0
October 15, 2024
Very good with my Dr. Ask a few questions Dr answered my question very well
5.0
October 11, 2024
Dr Chen conducted a pre-op exam and was thorough as usual.
5.0
October 9, 2024
Informative Handled my concerns Prompt
5.0
October 8, 2024
Dr Chen is amazing! Always a nice trip
5.0
October 8, 2024
Dr. Lillian Chen is an excellent doctor. She listens, orders the appropriate tests and has terrific insight. She always follows up on next steps
5.0
October 6, 2024
My appt was a recheck after some blood test results came back abnormal. She was very thorough with her questions and spent the time to ask me details.
5.0
October 4, 2024
Dr Chen quickly responded to my message about my condition. We set up a video visit within 2 hours. I’m really happy because she really cares and can prescribe medication for me without going into the office.
5.0
October 4, 2024
Knowledgeable
5.0
October 4, 2024
Super good
5.0
September 13, 2024
Even though I am over 65 and have lots of aches and pains, my doctor always has remedies and thoughts about how I can take care of my aging body! I’m always thankful for her friendly, positive and supportive help. I always feel better after seeing her for my annual check up.
5.0
September 12, 2024
Very well as always. Very caring and through.
5.0
September 9, 2024
Dr Chen is so great and attentive. She above and beyond to make sure my health is getting better every day.
5.0
September 6, 2024
Dr Chen is super! Interested caring…
5.0
September 5, 2024
My experience with my doctor (Lillian Chen) is always pleasant. She listens to my concerns and she makes me feel like she genuinely cares. I trust her wholeheartedly and that trust is important to me!
5.0
September 5, 2024
Dr Lillian Chen is wonderful. She is very caring and makes time to see me when I have health concerns. Fabulous doctor.
5.0
September 5, 2024
Excellent
5.0
September 5, 2024
Dr Chen as always was very attentive, understanding and positive. She always makes me feel better. I trust her professional opinion and I like that we work together on deciding next steps for treating my hip and vertigo conditions.
5.0
September 5, 2024
Always professional and caring with excellent solutions.
5.0
September 4, 2024
Excellent doctor
5.0
September 4, 2024
Feel better & comfortable after I visited with my doctor, she is very knowledgeable & nice.
5.0
September 3, 2024
On time. Given time to ask questions.
5.0
September 3, 2024
Quick response. Amiable. Professional. Listened.
5.0
September 1, 2024
Very helpful with cautions about the prescription and side affects
5.0
August 30, 2024
Dr. Chen is always professional. She answers all my questions, and she ask questions that make me think about how lucky I am to be doing great. She is friendly and kind.
5.0
August 30, 2024
Dr Chen is always very thorough and knowledgeable.
5.0
August 28, 2024
Dr. Chen always appears engaged and with me during my appointments.
5.0
August 28, 2024
I love doctor Chen. She always answers all my questions and listen to all my complaints, and finds things that will help with h all my conditions.
5.0
August 26, 2024
Responsive
5.0
August 26, 2024
Visit was great, no waiting time.
5.0
August 26, 2024
Dr Chen made 2 appointments for me and printed out an order which is above and beyond. She told me where the lab was and sent my lab orders there.
5.0
August 24, 2024
Dr. Chen was very competent friendly and put me at ease
5.0
August 24, 2024
I love my doctor so much. She’s very thorough and caring
5.0
August 23, 2024
She was Professional, thorough, prompt, pleasant.
5.0
August 23, 2024
Excellent, very helpful
5.0
August 23, 2024
Very welcoming
5.0
August 21, 2024
Dr. Chen is so nice and efficient. Does a great job and is so pleasant.
5.0
August 20, 2024
Very comfortable I didn’t want to spend hours in the ER this was so much more reassuring what I doing was validated I feel so much better and the Dr prescribed new meds. Overall very satisfied
5.0
August 19, 2024
Good
5.0
August 19, 2024
I have never seen her before and she treated me as if she was always my doctor.
5.0
August 19, 2024
Dr. Chen was cheerful and caring; asked questions and listened to all I said.
5.0
August 13, 2024
Dr Chen cares for patients.
5.0
August 13, 2024
I love her, she is an excellent health provider!
5.0
August 13, 2024
Great
5.0
August 13, 2024
Even though I have Covid, it was a very pleasant visit.
5.0
August 11, 2024
I dislocated my left pinky finger. Dr. Lillian Chen and her team couldn’t have been nicer. A top-notch operation.
5.0
August 10, 2024
Attentive, compassionate, and respectful
5.0
August 9, 2024
Dr Chen explains very clearly. I am extremely impressed with her professionalism.
5.0
August 8, 2024
Professional, always up to date on my latest health status and does not hesitate to give me direct feedback, which I appreciate.
5.0
August 6, 2024
I love Dr. Chen! She’s very thorough and listens to my concerns. She’s very kind and nurturing.
5.0
August 2, 2024
She is the best
5.0
August 2, 2024
Dr. Chen is a fantastic physician. So smart and thoughtful in reviewing symptoms.
5.0
August 1, 2024
I tested positive for Covid and she did call in less than 2 hours. I’m picking up meds after lunch.
5.0
August 1, 2024
I don’t feel good today, I call my doctor, she called me back right away
5.0
July 31, 2024
Dr. Chen is always thorough, kind and thoughtful. She is the best doctor!