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
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
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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.
288 total ratings | 191 reviews
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.
5.0
November 9, 2024
My PCP physician is Dr Ashly . He is very knowledgeable in his treatment . He loves and care his patients. He listen to my problems and give me great advice. He is very responsive and respectful. Yesterday he started the new device of recording our conversation. Later he played our conversation for me . I love him . He is the best physician I ever had . Thank you Dr Ashley 🙏💖🙏
5.0
November 7, 2024
He listens, he thinks, he acts.
5.0
November 6, 2024
Dr Ashley was inquisitive and made me feel that he cared about my health.
5.0
November 4, 2024
Great office and doctor
5.0
November 4, 2024
Dr Ashley is a thoughtful person who listens and takes his time.
5.0
October 31, 2024
Dr. Ashley was caring, thorough and knowledgeable. He continues to be a 5-star physician.
5.0
October 29, 2024
Caring
5.0
October 28, 2024
Dr Ashley is my doctor of 23 years, he’s the best.
5.0
October 28, 2024
Very attentive. Excellent listener.
5.0
October 25, 2024
Everything was great
5.0
October 23, 2024
Great visit
5.0
October 22, 2024
He’s always professional and does not keep me waiting an unreasonable amount of time. He answers all my questions and does not rush me.
5.0
October 21, 2024
A great doctor who takes time to listen and discusses the exam results. Dr Ashley is respected for the great patient attention and communication.
5.0
October 17, 2024
I came in for foot pain and Dr. Ashley thoroughly examined the problem and educated me on the problem and possible cause. He offered me support and compassion as I am experiencing sadness due to the loss of my husband and upcoming hospice memorial service tonight.
5.0
October 15, 2024
Dr Robert Ashley always takes time to understand my health concerns and I am very happy that he takes such good care of me.
5.0
October 14, 2024
Attentive and resourceful
5.0
October 11, 2024
I've been seeing Dr. Robert Ashley 15+ years now. Very kind, listens and is emphatic.
5.0
October 11, 2024
Always thorough and professional.
5.0
October 9, 2024
He’s the best!!!
5.0
October 4, 2024
Great doctor
5.0
October 4, 2024
He is kind and very thorough.
5.0
September 26, 2024
Excellent
5.0
September 25, 2024
Dr. Ashley took time to discuss my current health as well as the issue with an injury I had to my hand earlier in the year. He also discussed certain tests I need. He is always professional.
5.0
September 24, 2024
My doctor wanted to see me to discuss blood pressure options.
4.0
September 24, 2024
He listened.
5.0
September 24, 2024
Great as always!
5.0
September 19, 2024
Dr Ashley is always attentive and uses good judgement when coming up with a plan.
5.0
September 19, 2024
All went well and no issues whatsoever
5.0
September 18, 2024
Dr Ashley is the very best.
5.0
September 17, 2024
Dr. Ashley is the best! He listens.
5.0
September 16, 2024
We have very good experience
5.0
September 14, 2024
Terrific: I.e., thorough, personable, and asked all the relevant questions
5.0
September 13, 2024
Great bedside manner; knowledgeable; spent the time necessary for a comprehensive physical!
5.0
September 12, 2024
Dr. Ashley always addresses my concerns and is an excellent listener.