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Dr. Cesar Palana, MD

Dr. Cesar Palana, MD

Internal Medicine*

Dr. Cesar Palana, MD is an internist in Los Angeles, CA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Community Hospital of Huntington Park and L A Downtown Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 59 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (59 reviews)

Practice

4160 Wilshire Blvd # 302 Los Angeles, CA 90010
Telehealth available
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Dr. Palana's Reviews

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4.9
59 ratings, 52 with a written review
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Telehealth
Dr. Palana is truly an outstanding doctor. In the last 10 years since my immigration, this is the first time I’ve met a physician who is not only knowledgeable and professional but also genuinely attentive and caring. He took the time to listen to my concerns, explained everything clearly, and made me feel completely at ease. I’m very grateful for the care I received and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a great doctor.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 21, 2025
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An excellent choice for primary care
Dr. Palana is always very friendly, direct and helpful. He takes the time to be certain all of your questions are answered before completing the visit, and I feel seen and valued as a patient.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Quentin. – Feb 27, 2025
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Dr. Palana is the best!
Telehealth
Very helpful and responsive. I trust him so much that I’ve made him my PCP. I’ve had both in person and telehealth appointments with him.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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DaveAinLA – Jun 22, 2024
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Best Primary Care Doc I've Ever Had
I have been seeing Dr. Palana for a few years now, and he has been the most informative, patient-centered, and caring physician I have ever had. He truly listens to my concerns, educates me on my health, and goes out of his way to support my overall physical and mental wellbeing. His office is also very clean and comforting. Because I'm more on the tech-savvy side, I don't need to call him in order to reach out for support. Overall, my experience with Dr. Palana has been wonderful!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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HQ – Apr 09, 2024
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Wonderful Doctor!
Dr. Palana is a wonderful doctor. I have a lot of anxiety and bad experiences surrounding healthcare but every time I see him I feel listened to and cared for. He takes the time to kindly answer all of my questions thoroughly and explain things to me so I feel informed about my health. I'd highly recommend him!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Audrey – Mar 23, 2024
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Friendly and well informed doctor
Dr. Palana is very thorough, friendly, and accessible. I’m very happy that I found him after moving here. It is a difficult process finding a new doctor, and especially one who is so well informed and up on the latest medical recommendations. He has a very friendly staff, and I love that he teaches and mentors medical students as a regular part of his practice.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Helene S – Feb 22, 2024
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Great Doctor!
First time I felt excited to go to a doctor and get a physical. He addressed all my health concerns and went through all my results throughly. Also it is a very safe space for LGBTQ people. Would recommend to anyone.
What went well
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Tom – Dec 21, 2023
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1,000 Stars for Dr. Cesar Palana AND his office staff! I have a very unique condition. They gave me a telemedicine appointment right away. VERY courteous communication with the doctor and his staff. I truly cannot say enough incredible opinions about the KIND, CONSIDERATE, UNDERSTANDING, and DEDICATED care I have received since June 2023. As one reviewer put it, “Dr. Palana is one in a million. Still in Ahhhhhh.” Every reviewer here has experienced the same CONSISTANT and COMPASSIONATE care as I have. I, personally, have been a VERY DIFFICULT patient for Dr. Palana. I know this! And he has NEVER WAIVERED away from EXCELLENT and PROMPT care. Dr. Palana’s excellent qualities are completely mirrored by his staff. Alexandrya (who was a God-Send) moved away and I was so relieved to know that her same compassionate and promptness of care has continued through Itayri. Thank you Itayri!! I have seen the light!!! I want to be Dr. Palana’s patient forever. He needs to be cloned!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Beverly Hills LIVE – Sep 19, 2023
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1,000 Stars for Dr. Cesar Palana AND his office staff! I have a very unique condition. They gave me a telemedicine appointment right away. VERY courteous communication with the doctor and his staff. I truly cannot say enough incredible opinions about the KIND, CONSIDERATE, UNDERSTANDING, and DEDICATED care I have received since June 2023. As one reviewer put it, “Dr. Palana is one in a million. Still in Ahhhhhh.” Every reviewer here has experienced the same CONSISTANT and COMPASSIONATE care as I have. I, personally, have been a VERY DIFFICULT patient for Dr. Palana. I know this! And he has NEVER WAIVERED away from EXCELLENT and PROMPT care. Dr. Palana’s excellent qualities are completely mirrored by his staff. Alexandrya (who was a God-Send) moved away and I was so relieved to know that her same compassionate and promptness of care has continued through Itayri. Thank you Itayri!! I have seen the light!!! I want to be Dr. Palana’s patient forever. He needs to be cloned!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Beverly Hills LIVE – Sep 19, 2023
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Fantastic doctor!
So impressed with the care I have received from him and his team. He changed the way I saw and felt about doctors because he really takes the time to listen to you and makes you feel comfortable. He is not like other doctors who tell you what to do or what to take without explaining it first and that is why I trust him. So happy I found him!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Scarlet Evans – Sep 08, 2023
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Dr. Palana is one of the greatest and most knowledgable physicians I have worked with as a medical student. He takes his time with patients and takes great care of each and every one of them. Not only is he great with his patients but he is also an amazing mentor. He goes above and beyond and I would recommend him to everyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Eleni Uzunyan – Sep 08, 2023
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Dr. Palana explains the medications being prescribed very clearly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Leonor – Apr 01, 2023
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A Warm Welcome :)
I am a new patient of Dr. Palana’s and the introductory visit went very well. His reception staff had reached out to me once the appt was set and very clearly prepared me for what was needed by the day of the appointment, as well as parking info and instructions. When I got there, I was greeted and led to a pleasantly set up examination room. The medical student who first surveyed me about my reasons for coming was kind and thorough. Dr. Palana conducted himself in a friendly and professional way, answering any and all questions I had. He made it very easy to handle my prescriptions. I am looking forward to continuing with Dr. Palana and his wonderful team.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 28, 2023
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Great Doctor
I was surprised oh Nice the Doctor was to me
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 01, 2022
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Great Doctor
Dr. Palana is an easy going, smart and compassionate physician that genuinely cares about his patients. All of his patients that I have personally met have felt like there concerns were heard and cared for. Even when he was very busy he would go out of his way to make sure his patients needs were met. He is nice to his nursing and faculty and doesn't condescend or talk down as some doctors do.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 09, 2022
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Dr Palana is such a nice polite guy and caring. So does assistant person.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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TH – Jul 30, 2022
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Amazing experience
I was very pleased with my visit. Dr. Palana is amazing. He took the time to get to know me and my medical history in order to come up with the best course of action. He’s very attentive and caring. I feel like I finally found the right doctor for me. Thank you Dr. Palana and team.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Manny – Jul 27, 2022
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There is Doctor Versus Great Doctor!!! Dr. Palana is GREAT Doctor!!! The moment I went to his office, he knew from my voice and listening to my lungs that I had Laryngitis!! He is so efficient with diagnosis and providing excellent treatment plan!! I used to be his medical student and today ended up as an outpatient!!! Thank you so much Dr. Palana!! The Father of Internal Medicine!!!! :))))
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nora s – Jul 02, 2022
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Dr. P was so kind to me when I was in the hospital. I felt very comfortable with him, warm and helpful. He has an incredible bedside manner.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Dan G. – Feb 16, 2022
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Talks to family
My husband had a perforated appendix and he took the time to explain to him and to us his condition from day one and Dr Palana followed up with him after he left the hospital. One in a million.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Nat H – Feb 09, 2022
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Dr. Cesar Palana is an established and highly skilled internist and hospitalist. He is board-certified in Internal Medicine and completed his academic training in Hawaii. He is committed to providing a patient-centered approach to every patient...read more
  • Internal Medicine

  • Hospital Medicine

  • Urgent Care Medicine

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  • Yale University

    Undergraduate School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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    Practice

    Primary care clinic4160 Wilshire Blvd # 302 Los Angeles, CA 90010
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 10:00am - 4:00pm
      • Tue: 10:00am - 4:00pm
      • Wed: 10:00am - 4:00pm
      • Thu: 10:00am - 4:00pm
      • Fri: 10:00am - 4:00pm
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
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    Office3755 Beverly Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90004
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