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Robert Reiss, 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.
Palos Verdes Primary & Specialty Care |
501 Deep Valley Drive, Suite 100 Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274

About

Dr. Robert Reiss is an internal medicine specialist who practices in Palos Verdes. He is board certified in internal medicine and has a clinical interest in non-surgical sports medicine and general fitness.

Dr. Reiss received his medical degree from the University of Southern California. He completed his residency in internal medicine at Kaiser Foundation Hospital. He has been recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Physicians.

Before coming to UCLA Health, Dr. Reiss had a private practice and worked with numerous athletes as a team physician for the University of Southern California. He also consulted for the San Francisco Giants, Pittsburgh Pirates, and the Association of Volleyball Professionals.

Outside of work, Dr. Reiss enjoys fitness and has competed in numerous marathons and triathlons, long-distance swims and bike rides. He volunteers often — he has been a successful fundraiser for the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation and was given the 2022 Impact Award for his work. Dr. Reiss also volunteers at Homeboy Industries where he removes tattoos from former gang members and the formerly incarcerated, thereby helping them reenter society.

Dr. Reiss enjoys being with his family and traveling, as well as creating content for his travel blog.

Languages

English

Education

Medical Board Certification

Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 1978

Residency

Internal Medicine, Kaiser Foundation Hospital, 1978

Internship

Internal Medicine, Kaiser Foundation Hospital, 1976

Degree

MD, University of Southern California School of Medicine, 1975

Recognitions

  • Fellow of the American College of Physicians
  • FAA Aviation Senior Medical Examiner (Class 1,2, and 3 exams)

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

Areas of Focus

Videos

Meet Robert Reiss, MD

Research

Publications

  • “Managing Atrial Fibrillation in Active Patients and Athletes” The Physician and Sportsmedicine” Volume 27, No. 3, March 1999 Page 73

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

  • Fellow of the American College of Physicians
  • FAA Aviation Senior Medical Examiner (Class 1,2, and 3 exams)

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.
209 total ratings | 135 reviews
5.0
Dr Reiss is incredibly knowledgeable and always takes the time to listen to my concerns.
5.0
Highly professional, experienced and polite
5.0
Dr. Reiss provided truly exceptional care. He was thorough, thoughtful, and took the time to consider all of my health concerns without ever making me feel rushed. Every question I had was answered clearly and completely, and his depth of knowledge and professionalism gave me great confidence in my care. I’m very grateful to have him as my physician.
5.0
Dr. Reiss has very good "beside manner". Enjoy speaking with him. He offers good experiences & advice.
5.0
Have had Dr Reiss for years. Always great.