Richard R. Cooke II, MD
- Family Medicine
Average rating:
4.9
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.
Toluca Lake Primary Care
|
4323 West Riverside Drive, Burbank, CA 91505
US
About
Dr. Richard Cooke is a board-certified primary care physician who practices at UCLA Health | MPTF Toluca Lake location in Burbank. He specializes in Family Medicine, providing routine and preventive care as well as the management of acute and chronic medical conditions.
Dr. Cooke is a native of Minnesota. His interest in math and science led him to pursue degrees in Computer Science and Biology. After working as a software engineer and consultant, he attended medical school at the University of North Dakota. Upon completion of medical school, Dr. Cooke attended residencies in Emergency Medicine and Family Medicine in Detroit. He then served as a Family Medicine provider and full-time faculty member with an emphasis on providing care for HIV+ patients and their family members.
Dr. Cooke believes in building partnerships with his patients focusing on evidence-based medicine and shared decision making.
His outside interests include cooking, reading, weight lifting and family time with his partner and two pugs.
Languages
Education
Medical Board Certification
Family Medicine, American Board of Family Medicine, 2007
Residencies
Family Medicine, William Beaumont Hospital, 2007
Emergency Medicine, Detroit Medical Center, 2003
Degree
MD, University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences, 2001
Recognitions
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Super doctors, Southern California, 2025
- Super Doctors® Southern California, 2022 - 2025
Locations
Areas of Focus
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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Recognitions
- Super Doctors® Southern California, 2022 - 2025
Reviews
Overall Rating:
4.9
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.
286 total ratings | 188 reviews
4.0
March 19, 2025
Professional and tactful, addressed problems ant treatment efficiently.
5.0
March 19, 2025
He addressed my questions and provided referrals.
5.0
March 18, 2025
Quick, on time, answered all my questions
5.0
March 14, 2025
Pleasant professional and likable
5.0
March 10, 2025
Dr Cooke is the best . He is patient, kind, meticulous . Couldn’t ask for better one .
5.0
March 6, 2025
My doctor is very professional and he explains everything to me in ways that are very easy to understand and he listens attentively.
5.0
March 6, 2025
Very thoughtful and insightful and encouraging. Doctor Richard Cooke is first-rate.
5.0
March 3, 2025
He explained everything really well and answered my questions too. He seemed really nice and approachable. I highly recommend him!
5.0
March 3, 2025
Tops
5.0
February 28, 2025
I was so glad to get Dr. Cooke. He was exceptional and efficient. I feel like I’m in great hands.
5.0
February 27, 2025
I am very grateful to my doctor, Richard R. Cooke. He is very attentive, knowledgeable, and kind. Thanks to the whole team!
5.0
February 27, 2025
Everything went smoothly, he was knowledgeable about my meds
5.0
February 26, 2025
Excellent treatment from my doctor!!!
5.0
February 26, 2025
He’s great!
5.0
February 26, 2025
Dr. Cooke is fantastic!! He’s kind, knowledgeable and patient — he takes time to answer all of my questions. He has a wonderful bedside manner and sense of humor and shows great care for me. I am so glad that he is my doctor — I am in great hands!
5.0
February 25, 2025
Dr Cooke is an excellent Doctor explains everything very patient.
5.0
February 24, 2025
Dr. Cooke is attentive and an exceptional listener who always addresses my concerns and questions. Plus he has a wicked sense of humor, which I appreciate greatly. He makes seeing the Dr a pleasure and not a drag.
5.0
February 21, 2025
This is the first time in years I felt that I had a physician that cared, was professional, andI had a thorough physical.
5.0
February 21, 2025
Dr. Cooke is fantastic.
5.0
February 21, 2025
Doctor Cooke discussed issues with clarity and thoroughness that left me feeling much more informed about my issues and how to move forward.
5.0
February 21, 2025
Dr Cooke is the consummate professional while always exhibiting compassion. I always feel he truly. Area and is not trying to rush me out for the next patient.
5.0
February 20, 2025
Excellent
5.0
February 18, 2025
Dr. Cooke is a great conversationalist and freely shares his medical knowledge in very understandable terms.
5.0
February 18, 2025
The doctor was very professional and went over things with me so that I could understand them.
5.0
February 18, 2025
Dr. Cooke was fantastic. He was very understanding and informed. Even explained an issue I had as a kid back in the 1970s which was related to why I was in today.
5.0
February 14, 2025
Dr Cooke is great
5.0
February 13, 2025
Was a great experience addressed all my concerns.
5.0
February 12, 2025
Dr Cooke is so thorough with relevant information that made me very comfortable with his analysis. It was a perfect visit.
5.0
February 7, 2025
On time and spot on..
5.0
February 7, 2025
He’s a great, caring and responsive doctor.
5.0
February 4, 2025
Dr Cooke asks me questions and answers mine. He's thorough and considerate.
5.0
February 3, 2025
Dr. Cook is great. Very knowledgeable with a great sense of humor.
5.0
February 1, 2025
Great bed side manner. Professional and disarming Dr. Cooke asked me pertinent questions regarding my medical history and explained clearly the process of joining as a new patient
5.0
February 1, 2025
Informative & thorough.
5.0
January 31, 2025
Dr. Cooke is wonderful!
2.0
January 31, 2025
I visited because an issue that I had a couple months ago was still happening. He acted like I was putting him out to be seen and told me that I should’ve gone back to a dermatologist who would have referred me to an ENT. He then proceeded to Give me a referral to the ENT. I’m not sure how I would have known what to do in this instance and I didn’t appreciate being made to feel like I did something incorrectly.
5.0
January 29, 2025
My doctor was pleasant and did a great job explaining my infection to me.
5.0
January 28, 2025
Dr. Cooke is always thorough and listens.
5.0
January 24, 2025
Very professional advise me on how to handle my medical concern. Outstanding job.
5.0
January 24, 2025
Dr. Cooke is fantastic — he is patient and has a great bedside manner. He takes his time to listen to questions and gives thoughtful explanations. Wonderful doctor!
5.0
January 23, 2025
Dr. Cook was available to discuss my healthcare concerns when my PCP doc was out of the office. He was pleasant and thoughtful about my healthcare. Highly recommend.
5.0
January 22, 2025
I had a good talk with my doctor today. I think that we are on the right track to getting me better.
5.0
January 17, 2025
Very kind, understanding, and gave me the information to make decisions about my health while respecting my right to decide
5.0
January 17, 2025
Answered all my questions, was very helpful
5.0
January 17, 2025
He communicates very well. And answers my questions
5.0
January 14, 2025
Excellent care. Thank you!
5.0
January 10, 2025
Friendly, professional, thorough but didn’t waste any time. We went over many items.
5.0
January 10, 2025
Dr cook, and the front office and back off staff excellent patient relations
5.0
January 6, 2025
Excellent across the board.
5.0
January 3, 2025
Dr. Cooke is great! He is kind and Compassionate, took a long time explaining and listening too..and answering questions.
5.0
January 3, 2025
Thorough and we discussed different options to help achieve the same goals
5.0
January 2, 2025
Dr. Cooke was incredibly professional by being 100% in the know of my post hospital visit. He asked me how I am. He informed me. He got me in for an ultrasound and blood work. HE CARES for his patients. Dr. Cooke took great care of me.
5.0
January 2, 2025
Very convenient and more importantly on time
5.0
December 19, 2024
He's a great dude. He talked through everything with me, he was prompt, efficient and I felt like he knew what he was talking about.
5.0
December 18, 2024
Dr took his time and was knowledgeable.
5.0
December 17, 2024
Dr Cooke is terrific.
5.0
December 16, 2024
On time, discussed issues, all good
5.0
December 11, 2024
Dr Cooke is thorough & brilliant
5.0
December 10, 2024
He’s great. Fast, efficient, listens
5.0
December 6, 2024
Dr. Cooke is really great at explaining everything in laymen's terms, very thorough in going down the list of all my health issues. I wish he were available to be my primary physician but gave me a list of other physicians as recommendations.
5.0
December 4, 2024
He’s awesome!
5.0
December 3, 2024
As always very professional but friendly as well. He was on time and exhibited confidence in what he was doing throughout the exam. And he provided me with information with regards to what I need to do next.
5.0
December 3, 2024
Great overview of current post operation status and guidance towards the future.
5.0
December 2, 2024
He is a wonderful communicator. Answers any questions and cares about his patients.
5.0
November 28, 2024
Quick response to my query.
5.0
November 28, 2024
Brilliant. Funny.
5.0
November 26, 2024
Dr. Cooke is personable, caring, and a consummate professional. I love that he explains things thoroughly and listens to my responses. Both my wife and I, as well as several of our friends who are lucky to have Dr. Cooke think very highly of him.
5.0
November 26, 2024
Informative, professional, thorough and listen to all my concerns.
5.0
November 25, 2024
Informative. Friendly. Reassuring.
5.0
November 19, 2024
Compassionate and caring with practical advice on dealing with my health questions and concerns.
5.0
November 14, 2024
He was kind, capable and thorough in his examination.
5.0
November 14, 2024
Dr Cooke was awesome. Listened well and made me feel important.
5.0
November 12, 2024
He is always caring and offering exceptional care-
4.0
November 8, 2024
Dr is thorough, but out of necessity of crowding, rushed.
5.0
November 8, 2024
A visit with Dr Cooke is always an excellent experience. He is kind, professional and present and knows who I am and follows up on my previous issues. He is the best. 100 stars out of 10.
5.0
November 4, 2024
Dr Cook is very knowledgeable, passionate with the best manner. He listens patiently and responds the way patients understands.
5.0
November 4, 2024
Quick. On time. Easy to understand friendly. Helpful
5.0
November 2, 2024
He’s terrific- Friendly and thoughtful communication style-
5.0
November 1, 2024
Excellent customer service I'm happy to have that service
5.0
November 1, 2024
My doctor is great and I would recommend him to anyone.
5.0
October 31, 2024
Very professional and thorough
5.0
October 30, 2024
Good
5.0
October 30, 2024
Dr Cooke listened and helped resolve the issue I brought to him.
4.0
October 29, 2024
Very pleasant checked things over but it felt a bit rushed. That’s all. Otherwise good visit overall
5.0
October 25, 2024
Dr. Cook is always a pleasure to visit. Even under bad situations.
5.0
October 25, 2024
Great attention
5.0
October 23, 2024
Friendly knowledgeable not rushed
5.0
October 23, 2024
He is everything I want in a doctor
5.0
October 23, 2024
The Best
5.0
October 23, 2024
Dr Cooke is extremely personable, extremely caring, very efficient and very thorough and I love to
5.0
October 22, 2024
Dr Cooke was great. Easy to talk to and very thorough.
5.0
October 22, 2024
Dr Cooke is awesome. Personal conversation and a good doctor. Stoked to have him as my doctor.
5.0
October 17, 2024
Dr. Cooke is a great doctor, he always remembers previous visits, is very personable as well as informative.
5.0
October 16, 2024
Through, polite, informative.
5.0
October 16, 2024
Timely follow up
5.0
October 15, 2024
Most helpful.
5.0
October 14, 2024
Dr. Cooke got my appointment switched to this evening instead me having to wait 2 more days to see him. His explanations were very clear and I was able to get to my pharmacy before they closed.
5.0
October 14, 2024
Doctor Cooke is excellent.
5.0
October 11, 2024
I like Dr. Cooke a lot.
5.0
October 10, 2024
This was the first time seeing this doctor, and I really liked him and his knowledge about why I was there
5.0
October 9, 2024
Dr. Cooke listened to my symptoms and gave me what he feels are the next best steps.
5.0
October 7, 2024
Professional and courteous and quick.
5.0
October 7, 2024
Great experience, Dr Cooke was great as always!
5.0
October 4, 2024
He is informative and pleasant
5.0
October 3, 2024
Dr. Cooke is the best doctor I’ve ever seen. Caring, knowledgeable & kind. AAA+++
5.0
October 3, 2024
Dr. Richard Cooke is the best. Very nice and thorough, patiently listens and answers my questions. I’m very happy and fortunate that he is my doctor.
5.0
September 30, 2024
Very good experience. He is a very diligent reliable Doctor.
5.0
September 30, 2024
It was a follow up to my physical and I was thankful for not having to go back to the clinic. The connection was good and the experience was great. Thank you
5.0
September 30, 2024
All very punctual even the blood test- like the new check in system for the lab.
5.0
September 29, 2024
Dr. Cooke is respectful and attentive. I always feel informed and well taken care of by him.
5.0
September 25, 2024
Dr. Cook is a fine Doctor
5.0
September 25, 2024
Doctor cook saved my life today . I was diagnosed with the wrong treatment and Dr.cook was patient and took the time to explain my condition and explain how to treat it. Very pleasant to talk to and always enjoy how helpful he is . Thank you guys so much for everything
5.0
September 25, 2024
He is excellent.
5.0
September 23, 2024
Very happy with Dr Cooke’s care.
5.0
September 23, 2024
He was great and listened to all of my concerns
5.0
September 18, 2024
He's great. Always on time and takes the time to truly listen and understand my issues.
5.0
September 18, 2024
explained things and answered lots of questions on short notice. very helpful
5.0
September 13, 2024
Dr. Cook has become a doctor I trust.
5.0
September 12, 2024
Dr. Cooke was extremely kind and helpful and put me at ease. He directed me to the appropriate specialists for follow-ups rather than dismissing me like my previous primary care doctor at another location.
5.0
September 11, 2024
Everything was perfect!
5.0
September 10, 2024
Thorough and easy to understand
5.0
September 9, 2024
He was friendly and knowledgeable. The wait time was minimal and my appointment went very smoothly.
5.0
September 9, 2024
Great experience, explained what was happening, wanted to make sure he had all relevant information, one of a handful of experiences with a doctor like this.
5.0
September 9, 2024
I was great. Dr. Cooke made sure I got in to see him when nothing was available for today.
5.0
September 4, 2024
It’s always a pleasant and positive experience with Dr. Cooke. Very attentive and caring.
5.0
September 4, 2024
Excellent customer service
5.0
September 3, 2024
Dr. Cook. And nurse. Front desk. Coordinator. They all were terrific.
5.0
September 2, 2024
Dr. Cooke listens to everything and takes his time!
5.0
August 29, 2024
Excellent doctor, great communicator and answered all of my questions.
5.0
August 27, 2024
Friendly, made me feel comfortable confident, Very helpful in giving medical feedback on my overall physical condition Thank you
5.0
August 26, 2024
Always enjoyable to see Dr Cooke.
5.0
August 22, 2024
Dr Cooke is very warm, proactive, and thorough - another enjoyable checkup …
5.0
August 22, 2024
Dr. Cooke is a thorough and personable physician. I enjoy his exams and feel comfortable.
5.0
August 20, 2024
Dr. COOKE is GREAT
5.0
August 20, 2024
Friendly, personable, great bedside manner. Also extremely knowledgeable about the body & its systems and can explain it in easy to understand ways.
5.0
August 20, 2024
Dr Cooke cares about his patience
5.0
August 20, 2024
Dr Cooke always takes time to listen to whatever problems I may have. He is caring and knowledgeable.
5.0
August 19, 2024
Four words “ I love my Doctor!!
5.0
August 19, 2024
I know I can ask this doctor about anything and he’s going to take his to to explain for me.
5.0
August 19, 2024
Dr. Cook addressed all of my concerns in a professional and efficient way.
5.0
August 9, 2024
Listened to me , had a diagnosis, ordered tests and has a plan. Perfect.
5.0
August 9, 2024
Very efficient
5.0
August 8, 2024
Dr Cooke is thorough, attentive and kind.
5.0
August 8, 2024
Dr Cook is always so reassuring and supportive. He has a lovely sense of humor. He’s thorough and thoughtful and clearly has a great deal of expertise. I feel very well cared for. He has treated me both times I’ve had Covid and I could ask for anyone better. The first time I was really anxious. The second time less so. I was really glad my video appointment was with Dr Cook. He’s a wonderful doctor.
5.0
August 7, 2024
Very informative and caring
5.0
August 7, 2024
Great staff Great wait time Great doctor
5.0
August 5, 2024
This was my first video vist. I am glad I did. I was given info concerning my health problem that could be uswful
5.0
July 16, 2024
Dr Cook was, as always, very attentive to my concerns and explained everything completely and clearly.
5.0
July 15, 2024
Professional and personable
5.0
July 15, 2024
Dr Cook is easily the best doctor I’ve ever had. I’ve been seeing him for around 5 years now and he is always thorough and insightful, and takes the time to get to the root of problems. Never feel rushed or unheard, which is common with many GPs.
5.0
July 15, 2024
Dr. Cook is very thorough , compassionate and has the best bedside manner .
5.0
July 11, 2024
Excellent analysis and informative.
5.0
July 9, 2024
Dr. Cooke is very willing to answer all questions.
5.0
July 9, 2024
Dr Cooke is a good listener, kind and patient. He is also a clear communicator.
5.0
July 7, 2024
Very little wait time and everyone was excellent! I was very well cared for. The DR was the best ever!!!!!!!
5.0
July 7, 2024
Very thorough and pleasant demeanor
5.0
July 5, 2024
First time I have seen Dr Cooke. He was ver very with all his questions. Went very smooth.
5.0
July 5, 2024
Very thorough and informative.
5.0
July 3, 2024
Exelent
5.0
July 3, 2024
He asked me few questions, then he checked my stomach, Ihe was a nice person
5.0
July 2, 2024
Dr Cooke is by far the best doctor I’ve seen
5.0
July 2, 2024
Dr. Cooke is thorough and very good to review results and suggest action.
5.0
June 30, 2024
Efficient, knowledgeable, funny, kind.
5.0
June 29, 2024
Everything was quick, doctor was compassionate and thorough.
5.0
June 26, 2024
I love my doctor. He’s informative, honest, caring, funny and friendly. He also listens and takes what I say seriously.
5.0
June 21, 2024
Very welcoming and informative.
5.0
June 18, 2024
Very thorough and caring!
5.0
June 17, 2024
I arrived a few minutes late ( as usual). I checked in and sat down for about two minutes . I was called in by the nurse who was very friendly! She took me to the room and did what she needed to do. The Dr. took maybe 3-4 minutes to arrive he was nice, professional and funny! He did what he was supposed to do! The xray technician was very nice, professional and loves his job! Overall it was a great visit with extremely happy, nice professionals!
5.0
June 17, 2024
Dr. Cooke is always courteous, professional, and concise.
5.0
June 17, 2024
Dr. Cooke is very thorough and makes the patient feel comfortable and relaxed. He is very good at answering any questions in a thoughtful and easy to understand manner. He has a pleasant demeanor that is both friendly and professional.
5.0
June 17, 2024
Dr Cook was great
2.0
June 14, 2024
Dr. Cooke was dismissive and rude.
5.0
June 14, 2024
Dr Cooke was very personable and conveyed a lot of information to me regarding my issues and reassured me about my concerns.
5.0
June 14, 2024
Dr. Cooke is awesome: thorough, personable, courageous and professional.
5.0
June 12, 2024
Very nice man, I would see him again if needed.
5.0
June 11, 2024
It was great
5.0
June 9, 2024
Honestly, this was the easiest and most positive visit I?ve had at a medical office in the last four years. (Covid screwed up the entire healthcare apparatus.) Dr. Cooke was calm, knowledgeable, and kind, and every staff interaction I had at the Toluca Lake clinic was wonderful. Very friendly and helpful staff.
5.0
June 8, 2024
He was great!
5.0
June 5, 2024
Dr. Cooke is a very thoughtful listener and a great partner in his patients health plan.
5.0
June 5, 2024
Thorough. Caring. Thoughtful.
5.0
June 4, 2024
Dr Cook showed he really cared about my well being, Great at communicating, and fixed my plugged up ears!!
5.0
June 2, 2024
It was fast and efficient
5.0
May 31, 2024
Really like Dr Cooke, and I trust him.
5.0
May 31, 2024
Doctor was great to talk with and answered all my questions.
5.0
May 31, 2024
He was quick, informative, and very helpful.
5.0
May 30, 2024
Awesome and smart guy. Doctor Cook made me feel taken care of
5.0
May 30, 2024
It doesn't get any better.
5.0
May 27, 2024
Dr Cooke is incredibly thorough, attentive, responsive, and very kind.