Robert D. Ashley, 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.
15th Street Plaza Family Medicine & Internal Medicine
|
1260 15th Street, Suite 1502, Santa Monica, CA 90404
US
About
Other Hospital Affiliation: St. John's Health Center
Specializing In: Internal Medicine, Acupuncture, Sports Medicine and Wilderness Medicine.
Other Training & Special Interests: Member, Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honors Society. Recipient of the Alice S. Freed Award for Preventative medicine.
Personal Interests: Backpacking, running, biking, yoga, softball, tennis, basketball, playing guitar and playing with my kids.
Foreign Language: Spanish and rudimentary understanding of Persian.
Dr. Ashley is a board-certified internal medicine physician. He provides adult preventative and acute healthcare services. He also is a licensed medical acupuncturist. Dr. Ashley has special interests in sports medicine, nutrition and preventive medicine. His goal as a primary care physician is to optimize patient’s health by focusing on diet and exercise and by providing personalized evidence-based healthcare.
Languages
Education
Medical Board Certification
Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2010
Residency
Internal Medicine, UC Davis, 2000
Internship
Internal Medicine, UC Davis, 1998
Degree
MD, George Washington University School of Medicine, 1997
Locations
Fax:310-458-1061
Hospital Affiliations
UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center
Areas of Focus
Videos
Advance Directives
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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Links
- uclahealth.org/15th-street-plaza
- Ask the Doctors - Wellness Segment
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.
342 total ratings | 213 reviews
5.0
September 30, 2025
Knowledgeable and caring.
5.0
September 30, 2025
Today's appt as for an annual physical. It was thorough and smooth. I felt like I was heard and all concerns were addressed.
5.0
September 29, 2025
He listened to my complaints. Plan for blood work to assess my condition
5.0
September 29, 2025
Listened well. Thorough
5.0
September 29, 2025
Dr Ashley was extremely helpful and kind.
5.0
September 25, 2025
The doctor was very thorough
5.0
September 25, 2025
I have been a patient of Dr. Ashley for several years and has found him to be very caring and provided me with the best possible services
5.0
September 24, 2025
Visit was great. I really appreciated being able to see and talk with my doctor. Everything went fine.
5.0
September 23, 2025
He was great. Listened to me, discussed my issues in full, and addressed all my needs/concerns.
5.0
September 23, 2025
Dr Ashely is a skilled listener and healer. He is the perfect physician. The office is very well run: organized and kind.
5.0
September 19, 2025
Saw Dr Ashley for my annual physical, flu shot and for an ear lavage. All went well
5.0
September 19, 2025
Dr. Ashley, is my family doctor. He was my late husband‘s doctor until he passed away. Dr. Ashley, is always patient and a good listener. He makes me feel heard and accepted. He seems to always have a solution for my problems. He’s very smart and resourceful, and has a terrific personality. I hope he knows he picked the perfect profession for himself.
5.0
September 19, 2025
Great! Right on point!
5.0
September 19, 2025
He’s fantastic!
5.0
September 18, 2025
Dr, Ashley was very helpful in answering all my questions.
5.0
September 17, 2025
Listened carefully and addressed all my issues and had answers.
4.0
September 17, 2025
Very good very informative
5.0
September 16, 2025
Had my annual physical w/ Dr. Ashley. He’s efficient, thorough, and listens. Answered all my questions.
5.0
September 16, 2025
Dr. had me come in because I complained of a possible UTI. Checked that and also my cough, which is almost gone.
5.0
September 16, 2025
I like the fact that my doctor takes the extra steps to provide excellent advice and experience medical skill in his practice.
5.0
September 10, 2025
All good
5.0
September 9, 2025
Dr. Ashley is and was an attentive, skilled, knowledgeable, effective and caring doctor. Thank you Dr. Ashley!!!!!
5.0
September 8, 2025
I needed to have Dr. Ashley go over my physical results since my primary doctor was on medical leave. Although he was not taking no new patients he took me in and really took time to check many things with me.
5.0
September 8, 2025
It's always a pleasure seeing Dr R Ashley. He thorough, kind, smart and attentive. I love him. He listens and provides insights and outstanding care.
5.0
September 6, 2025
Dr Ashley Said a lot questions that helped me. He is precise and helpful and explains everything. He is a wonderful doctor
5.0
September 4, 2025
Very good.
5.0
September 2, 2025
As always I was very satisfied with my visit
5.0
September 2, 2025
It is such a comfort to have an MD that is so competent you can always feel secure in his help. His caring about what's important to his patient is so refreshing.
5.0
September 2, 2025
Always a positive experience
5.0
September 1, 2025
Intelligent and straight to the point.
5.0
August 29, 2025
Dr Ashley is skilled and has a great understanding of my medical needs
5.0
August 29, 2025
He’s an amazing doctor and so knowledgeable and incredibly kind and takes care of his patience extremely well
5.0
August 27, 2025
Timely, thorough, empathetic. Great bedside manner.
5.0
August 26, 2025
Reviewed test results, very thorough, made referral recommendation based on one of them.
5.0
August 26, 2025
Good listener, thorough
5.0
August 22, 2025
knowledgeable and understanding
5.0
August 22, 2025
He’s The Greatest doctor
5.0
August 21, 2025
He listens well; is very thorough and responsive
5.0
August 21, 2025
Dr. Ashley is a great physician. He took the time to ask me all the questions on regards my health and examined me with professionalism and great knowledge. He explain and answered all my questions. He is the best doctor I had had at UCLA.
5.0
August 21, 2025
Dr. Ashley is simply the very best primary care doctor in the whole world. He is the smartest and gives the best care. He’s so knowledgeable and I can tell him every little medical thing on my mind.
5.0
August 20, 2025
Thoroughly performed. Inquisitive questions about my health. Answered my concerns.
5.0
August 20, 2025
Dr. Ashley spent quality time with patient, great doctor.
5.0
August 20, 2025
Great experience! After listening to my symptoms, Dr. Explained in detail what was needed to fix my vertigo problem.
5.0
August 20, 2025
Dr. Ashley is a caring and kind professional. He asks excellent questions which I find reassuring.
5.0
August 20, 2025
I am so happy to be back with my Doctor Ashley. I have gone through Hell with the two old Doctors I have had the last couple of years.
5.0
August 19, 2025
Always engaging, demonstrates care, fairly efficient.
5.0
August 19, 2025
Can’t say enough good things about Dr Ashley! His patience and dedication and treatment of me as an individual (rather than just a docket) is phenomenal
5.0
August 18, 2025
Very good
5.0
August 18, 2025
Dr. Ashley is consistently caring, informative, knowledgeable, and thorough.
5.0
August 17, 2025
Professional, great communication, on time , one your best
5.0
August 16, 2025
Discussed all rhat was needed in a friendly and approachable way.
5.0
August 14, 2025
Always polite, kind & interested in what you have to say. Answers calmly & explains things to my satisfaction.
5.0
August 14, 2025
Dr Ashley is excellent in all respects
5.0
August 12, 2025
Always a good visit.
5.0
August 12, 2025
Fantastic MD in every way.
5.0
August 8, 2025
Very thorough doctor who listened carefully.
5.0
July 28, 2025
Dr. Ashley is a rockstar
5.0
July 28, 2025
He always listens to my concerns. Collectively, we plan next steps for any complaints. He’s just perfect.
5.0
July 24, 2025
Dr Ashley is very personal in that he was very interested in my health and seems super knowledgeable. It was a pleasure meeting with him.
5.0
July 24, 2025
Listened carefully, did some examining and exercise example. Referred me to X-ray and specialists.
5.0
July 23, 2025
Clear and to the point.
5.0
July 23, 2025
So happy with Dr Ashley - And the crew❤️😃🙏
5.0
July 23, 2025
V. Good
5.0
July 22, 2025
My doctor was attentive, listened, offered advice, etc.
5.0
July 21, 2025
Dr. Ashley Listened and and asked pertinent questions
5.0
July 19, 2025
Dr Ashley took time to listen my issues and explained the cause clearly.
5.0
July 18, 2025
Dr Ashley is a great doctor. He came in on time, he covered all physical appointment points and had me out of there quickly.
5.0
July 18, 2025
GREAT
5.0
July 17, 2025
I feel like I have a personal relationship with my Doctor which makes me feel comfortable. He always listens and is very thorough about my issue at the time.
5.0
July 17, 2025
I had my annual physical. He went over everything. He is the best.
5.0
July 17, 2025
Dr. Ashley is the finest doctor I have ever had.
5.0
July 17, 2025
Dr Ashley is my favorite doctor! He listens and provides good information for staying healthy.
5.0
July 16, 2025
Dr Ashley is the best. Took his time going through what he was going to do and put me at ease about it. The shoulder cortisone injection went very well and I didn’t feel much of anything.
5.0
July 16, 2025
Great
5.0
July 15, 2025
Excellent all around
5.0
July 15, 2025
Excellent experience, Everyone was efficient t, knowledgable and friendly and good at their jobs. Dr Ashley is one of the best,
5.0
July 14, 2025
Dr. Ashley is knowledgeable and caring. As fine a physician as one may be able to work with. He has an extraordinary ability to take a “full picture” view of one’s health and wellness.
5.0
July 11, 2025
Very professional and problem- solving.
5.0
July 11, 2025
Dr Ashley is always great. Very patient and knowledgeable. Explains everything.
5.0
July 11, 2025
Dr. Ashley is great and a trusted advisor.
5.0
July 10, 2025
Always a pleasant visit, Dr Ashley takes time to talk & check-in. Great office!! You never, ever wait! Very efficient!
5.0
July 10, 2025
Good medical advice
5.0
July 9, 2025
Good visit
5.0
July 9, 2025
I’m a long time patient so visiting Dr. Ashley is always just like seeing an old friend
5.0
July 9, 2025
Very thorough
5.0
July 8, 2025
Very patient and thorough.
5.0
July 2, 2025
I was early and able to be seen early. Staff and Dr. Very efficient
4.0
July 1, 2025
I waited an hour for doctor Ashley. First time meeting him. Appointment went well. He was very thorough.
5.0
June 30, 2025
Doctor Ashley was very open and honest. He also reminded me to be in a safe place when doing a video call.
5.0
June 30, 2025
Dr Ashley has always been attentive, caring and patient with queries.
5.0
June 30, 2025
Friendly, knowledgeable, and professional staff, nurse, and doctor all did a great job.
5.0
June 27, 2025
Dr. Ashley is so great, patiently, friendly and very professional,
5.0
June 27, 2025
Completely satisfied - ❤️
5.0
June 26, 2025
I was seen very quickly, the nurse who walked me in was very warm and personal, and Dr. Ashley as always paid respectful and honest attention to my issues.
5.0
June 24, 2025
An excellent Doctor
5.0
June 24, 2025
He was very helpful.
5.0
June 23, 2025
Everything was great. Doctor was attentive and knowledgeable.
5.0
June 23, 2025
Dr Ashley was very personable, professional, and helpful
5.0
June 20, 2025
I love Dr Ashley. He is compassionate and careful. He always seems genuinely concerned about my health and wellbeing.
5.0
June 19, 2025
Dr. Ashley is an incredible doctor. He listens carefully to what you have to say and your symptoms. His diagnosis and tests to confirm our spot on. He is kind, sympathetic, and very professional. I trust him completely with my healthcare
5.0
June 18, 2025
He is the best doctor l ever had,kind caring and very intelligent
5.0
June 17, 2025
Smart, compassionate, perceptive relatable - all great qualities for an internist
5.0
June 17, 2025
IT WAS GREAT
5.0
June 16, 2025
Good test, session and recommendations
5.0
June 16, 2025
Great advice from Dr Ashley
5.0
June 12, 2025
Great
5.0
June 11, 2025
Dr. Ashley is the best!!
5.0
June 10, 2025
Always takes the time in a calm, knowledgeable experience
5.0
June 6, 2025
Knowledgeable and caring as always.
5.0
June 5, 2025
Dr. Ashley is an amazing professional, he took his time as always to listen to my concerns and was able to treat me instantly.
5.0
June 5, 2025
Amazing and life-saving!
5.0
June 4, 2025
Dr Ashley listens well, inquires thoroughly about all aspects of health and respects the patient.
5.0
June 4, 2025
Excelente
5.0
June 4, 2025
Dr. Ashley was professional. He listened to my concerns and conducted a thorough examination to determine the cause.
5.0
June 3, 2025
Dr Ashely is very patient and asks many questions I do not think to ask. He listens to my concerns and comments on them. I feel heard and I feel like he cares about hit patients. He's great
5.0
June 3, 2025
Dr. Ashley did a terrific job for me today.
5.0
June 3, 2025
I have several issues going on and could have used more time with Dr.,
5.0
June 3, 2025
Dr Ashley always listens and checks into my health concerns.
5.0
June 2, 2025
Warm, empathetic, listened and was overall wonderful!
5.0
June 2, 2025
He listened to my complaints & made a plan for treatment. Referred me for hip x-ray & PT for my leg & balance. Was very attentive & explained his plan.
5.0
June 1, 2025
Dr. Ashley took time to listen to all my concerns and ordered the appropriate tests.
5.0
May 30, 2025
He was on time. He answered all my questions. And I didn’t feel rushed.
5.0
May 29, 2025
Thoughtful, listening to my symptoms, providing good answers, neededmeds, and reference to a G.I. specialist
5.0
May 29, 2025
Excellent
5.0
May 27, 2025
Dr. Ashley is always so caring and considerate and I never feel rushed. I feel he really cares.
5.0
May 27, 2025
Always a pleasure to see Dr. Ashley. He is knowledgeable and friendly, on every visit.
5.0
May 23, 2025
Dr Ashley is a great MD!
5.0
May 23, 2025
Friendly and took time with me.
5.0
May 23, 2025
Dr Ashley is a great doctor and very knowledgeable. Would not want to go to anyone else.
5.0
May 22, 2025
Excellent doctor Ashley is exceptional. Extremely thorough and asked important questions.
5.0
May 22, 2025
Amazing doctor.
5.0
May 21, 2025
Dr. Ashley is a compassionate and highly professional doctor. We’re very fortunate to have him as our physician. He listens attentively and explains everything in a way that’s easy to understand. I fully trust his medical advice.
5.0
May 20, 2025
Professional and courteous. Listened to my issues and provided a way forward.
5.0
May 20, 2025
He is the best doctor
5.0
May 20, 2025
Best doctor and so considerate
5.0
May 16, 2025
Dr. Ashley is an excellent physician. Always listens. Always cares. Very knowledgeable.
5.0
May 15, 2025
It was a good experience very professional
5.0
May 15, 2025
Dr. Ashley is so very patient takes his time to answer any questions that I have and very professional. I know I am in good hands with him.
5.0
May 13, 2025
Physical appointment. Doctor Ashley was on time prepared and answered all questions
5.0
May 13, 2025
Always a pleasant experience
5.0
May 13, 2025
Dr Ashley is wonderful and helped me so much !
5.0
May 12, 2025
Most excellent!¡! Dr. Robert Ashley is great 👍
5.0
May 6, 2025
It is always a pleasure to see Dr. Ashley. He's very concerned about your health. He is very patient and took histime to suggest and recommend things I should do about a long time issue with sleep.
5.0
May 2, 2025
Exceptional knowledgeable considerate personable creative professional helpful etc
5.0
May 2, 2025
Dr. Ashley is the best! He listens and is very thorough. I always feel like I am in good hands with him.
5.0
April 30, 2025
Dr. Ashley cares and is easy to work with. Trusted. And trusting.
5.0
April 29, 2025
Good listener
5.0
April 29, 2025
Very professional and personal. Answered all my questions correctly.
5.0
April 28, 2025
He addressed my concerns with information and interest
5.0
April 25, 2025
Dr. Ashley is very thorough. He listens attentively and helps so very much with all my issues. He is a pretty remarkable and intelligent doctor
5.0
April 24, 2025
Great
5.0
April 23, 2025
Dr. Ashley is always present and attentive, and listens to all my concerns. He is sensible and knowledgeable and has wonderful bedside manner.
5.0
April 22, 2025
He guided me away from a potentially dangerous course I wanted to try. His expertise and knowledge saved me from making a poor decision. Then he guided me to an alternative solution. Total respect. He also was accommodating with my transportation problem by understanding Access pick up time and finished quickly so I wouldn't be left.
5.0
April 21, 2025
Dr Ashley is a treasure
5.0
April 21, 2025
Everything was fine.
5.0
April 17, 2025
Curtious, caring and updated me on progress
5.0
April 16, 2025
Thanks
5.0
April 14, 2025
Saw doctor about ongoing cough and current sore throat. He gave me appropriate evaluation and prescription
5.0
April 11, 2025
Dr Ashely is easy to talk to and understands my health concerns. I should have seen him instead of going to ER the past Monday. He gives my PT exercises that seem to be working as I started trying. The visit today reassured that I am fine.
5.0
April 10, 2025
He listened well and understood what I needed.
5.0
March 31, 2025
He cares.
5.0
March 21, 2025
Very good
5.0
March 21, 2025
Dr Ashley is wonderful!
5.0
March 13, 2025
Great Doctor
5.0
March 12, 2025
Dr Ashley took the time to talk to me, explain his recommended treatment, share possible side effects of medication and encouraged me to contact me if my condition doesn’t improve. He really appears to care about me and my health. He has been my doctor for more than 20 years and I love him.
5.0
March 11, 2025
Listens. Helpful. All good.
5.0
March 11, 2025
Dr Ashley was patient and attentive while I was listing my health issues. and I discussed my current and ongoing health issues and agreed upon medication adjustments and additional blood tests and X-rays.
5.0
March 10, 2025
Always takes the time to listen to my needs
4.0
March 7, 2025
It was fine.
5.0
March 6, 2025
Dr. Ashley is attentive to my questions.
5.0
March 4, 2025
Everything was great
5.0
March 3, 2025
I’m very grateful for same-day appointments being made available after midnight.
5.0
March 2, 2025
Everything went great, all my concerns were taking care of
5.0
February 24, 2025
Very thorough and friendly and knowledgeable
5.0
February 19, 2025
Dr. Ashley is my PC doctor. He is always patient and a good listener. He considers all of my symptoms and concerns, and comes up with a thoughtful plan based on his experience and knowledge of illness. He always makes me feel heard and cared for.
5.0
February 15, 2025
Dr Ashley is very caring.
5.0
February 13, 2025
All went very well
5.0
February 12, 2025
Great
5.0
February 11, 2025
Professional, and experienced
5.0
February 10, 2025
He addressed all my concerns in a manner I could understand.
5.0
February 7, 2025
Just an overall positive experience from start to finish.
5.0
February 7, 2025
Dr Ashley has been my doctor for more than 20 years. He is kind and listens to me. He answers all of my questions
5.0
February 7, 2025
Dr. Ashley is very patient, nice, sharp, and listens carefully. He really seems to care about my well being. I feel fortunate to have him as my primary doctor.
5.0
February 3, 2025
On time, great listener excellent service. The best
5.0
January 31, 2025
Dr Ashley is the best doctor ever. He’s thorough, understanding and very helpful. He has been my doctor for over 20 years.
5.0
January 29, 2025
Dr. Ashley is my primary GP. He is a very caring doctor. He listens to me and makes sure he understands my concerns. I feel very confident in his medical decision making and trust that he will find a solution to help me.
5.0
January 27, 2025
Dr Ashley listens to me and always cares. He has been my doctor for 15+ years . He is the best!
5.0
January 27, 2025
He’s thorough, kind, compassionate, and thoughtful. Fantastic experience!
5.0
January 27, 2025
He always makes me feel valued. He listens to hear what I have to say and we work together for mine better well-being.
5.0
January 3, 2025
Dr Ashley is smart, through and engaging.
5.0
January 2, 2025
Wonderful bedside manners.
5.0
December 31, 2024
Very focused, excellent doctor, smart, thoughtful, compassionate and prepared. He reads the chart before he comes into the examination room and is up to speed on drug interactions, outstanding diagnostician and patient medical history. A+ care.
5.0
December 24, 2024
Dr Ashley is compassionate, thorough. Excellent MD. I trust him with my life.
5.0
December 23, 2024
He is a good listener and remembers previous information. Also gives good medical advice
4.0
December 21, 2024
Dr Ashley was very helpful on foot attention. . It was taken care and Zi am happy with the esultd
5.0
December 19, 2024
I very much appreciate Dr Ashley’s recognition of my circumstances and agreeing to take me on as a patient, as well as extending his day to see me. I also appreciated his assessment and recommendations regarding my damaged thumb.
5.0
December 19, 2024
Caring and polite
5.0
December 18, 2024
Attentive, caring and thoughtful
5.0
December 18, 2024
I submitted a list of questions / concerns through my chart and each item was addressed at the appointment. The staff offered juice or water to me since fasting was recommended for the blood and or urine samples.
5.0
December 18, 2024
On time as usual. Answered all questions. All good.
5.0
December 16, 2024
Available to schedule appointment quickly. Excellent eval of symptoms and treatment. Spent ample time listening and with consultation.
5.0
December 12, 2024
great
5.0
December 11, 2024
Dr Ashley is wonderful. He is fully prepared with my history and asks the right questions. I drive to this location just for him. He makes me feel at ease when I don’t and addresses all my heath issues with the best of care. Thank you!
5.0
December 11, 2024
Very knowledgeable, detail oriented and definitely a trusted advisor
5.0
December 10, 2024
Explained well
5.0
December 10, 2024
Dr Ashley is always on time (unheard of for a doctor), answered every one of my questions, knows my medical history as well as I do, an orders all necessary tests as well as explaining previous test rseults
5.0
December 9, 2024
Dr. Ashley always listens and absorbs what I'm saying. We have a great rapport. He assesses the situation and takes appropriate, reassuring action.
5.0
December 6, 2024
Dr Ashley is kind and thoughtful and really listens and cares.
5.0
December 6, 2024
Always fun and inspiring
5.0
December 4, 2024
I did not feel rushed in discussing my current physical condition. The dr gave me time and discussed all my questions. I felt listened to and cared about. The nurse was also excellent and very efficient.
5.0
December 4, 2024
Was a good experience
5.0
November 27, 2024
Knowledgeable, reliable, I’m confident in him,
5.0
November 26, 2024
Dr. Ashley came on the video conference call at the designated time. As always he was professional. He answered my questions. I was satisfied with his answers.