The 20 Best Dementia Doctors Near Me in santa monica, CA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 318 doctor with experience in Dementia near santa monica, CA. Of these, 267 are Experienced, 40 are Advanced, 9 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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318 providers found
    Advanced in Dementia
    Advanced in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    UCLA Med Group/Internal Medicine Consultants Of Sm

    2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lucia Dattoma is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Dattoma is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Low Blood Pressure, and Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID).

    Distinguished in Dementia
    Distinguished in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    UCLA Alzheimers And Dementia Care

    200 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 365A, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Grace Chen is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Chen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Sheehan Syndrome, and Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric. Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Dementia
    General Practice
    Elite in Dementia
    General Practice
    1314 N Hayworth Ave, 301, 
    West Hollywood, CA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nigel Cairns is a primary care provider, practicing in General Practice in West Hollywood, California. Dr. Cairns is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), and Parkinson's Disease.

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    Distinguished in Dementia
    Distinguished in Dementia
    Referral may be required
    1301 20th Street, Suite 150, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Verna Porter is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Porter is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cerebellar Degeneration, Memory Loss, Alzheimer's Disease, and Dementia. Dr. Porter is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Dementia
    Psychiatry | Psychology
    Distinguished in Dementia
    Psychiatry | Psychology
    Referral may be required

    Addis Medical Group

    4712 Admiralty Way, Ste 579, 
    Marina Del Rey, CA 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Hiruy Gessesse is a Psychiatrist and a Psychologist practicing medicine in Marina Del Rey, California. Dr. Gessesse is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Schizoaffective Disorder, Schizophrenia, Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), and Gastrostomy. Dr. Gessesse is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Dementia
    Distinguished in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    The Regents Of The University Of California

    200 Medical Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Reuben is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Reuben is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

    Distinguished in Dementia
    Distinguished in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    The Regents Of The University Of California

    200 Medical Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joshua Chodosh is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Chodosh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), and Pneumonia.

    Distinguished in Dementia
    Distinguished in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brandon Koretz is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Koretz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Alzheimer's Disease, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF).

    Distinguished in Dementia
    Distinguished in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    Office

    710 Westwood Plz Rm C224, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Keith Vossel is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Vossel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Seizures, and Primary Progressive Aphasia.

    Distinguished in Dementia
    Distinguished in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    Office

    300 Med Plz Ste B200, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Geschwind is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Geschwind is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Autism Spectrum Disorder, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Atypical, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, and Frontotemporal Dementia.

    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    Beachwood Post-Acute & Rehab

    1340 15th St, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Evyatar Evron is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Monica, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Evron is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His clinical expertise encompasses Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, Acne, and Dementia. Dr. Evron is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Dementia
    Advanced in Dementia
    Referral may be required
    1301 20th Street, Suite 150, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Merrill is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Merrill is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Major Depression. Dr. Merrill is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Dementia
    Internal Medicine

    Providence Saint John's Health Center

    2121 Santa Monica Blvd, 
    Santa Monica, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Niceto Lopez is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Lopez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Lambert-Eaton Syndrome, Dementia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Dementia
    Advanced in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    UCLA Health Westwood Neurology

    300 UCLA Medical Plz Ste B200, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Hinman is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Hinman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Vascular Dementia, CACH Syndrome, Dementia, and Thrombectomy.

    Advanced in Dementia
    Advanced in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    UCLA Health Westwood Neurology

    300 UCLA Medical Plz Ste B200, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jessica Rexach is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Rexach is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Frontotemporal Dementia, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 4, Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 5, and Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 10.

    Advanced in Dementia
    Advanced in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    UCLA Health Westwood Neurology

    300 UCLA Medical Plz Ste B200, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alejandra Lopez is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Lopez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cerebellar Degeneration, Dementia, Vascular Dementia, and Alzheimer's Disease.

    Advanced in Dementia
    Advanced in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    Office

    300 Medical Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Helen Lavretsky is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Lavretsky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Alzheimer's Disease, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Chronic Pain.

    Advanced in Dementia
    Advanced in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Patricia Harris is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Harris is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Dementia, and Endoscopy.

    Advanced in Dementia
    Advanced in Dementia
    Referral may be required

    Office

    710 Westwood Plz, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Timothy Chang is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Chang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Supranuclear Ophthalmoplegia, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Atypical, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Lithotripsy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Advanced in Dementia
    Geriatrics
    Advanced in Dementia
    Geriatrics
    Referral may be required

    Geriatric Medicine Peter Morton Medical Building

    200 UCLA Medical Plz Ste 365, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Erin Cook is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Cook is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Hip Replacement.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Dementia?

    Dementia is a loss of brain function that occurs with certain diseases. It affects one or more brain functions such as memory, thinking, language, judgment, or behavior. Dementia may also be referred to as major neurocognitive disorder.

    When should I see a Dementia doctor near santa monica, CA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Dementia doctor near santa monica, CA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Dementia doctors near santa monica, CA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Dementia doctors near santa monica, CA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Dementia doctor near santa monica, CA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Dementia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Dementia doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Dementia doctor near santa monica, CA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Dementia doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Dementia doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Dementia doctors near santa monica, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Dementia doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Dementia doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Dementia doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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