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Dr. Joshua Tarpley, MD

Dr. Joshua Tarpley, MD

Family Medicine*

Dr. Joshua Tarpley, MD is a family medicine physician in Manhattan Beach, CA. He is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Torrance Memorial Physician Network Primary Care - Manhattan Beach 201

855 Manhattan Beach Blvd Ste 201 Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Telehealth available
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Dr. Tarpley's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tarpley

4.8
24 ratings, 24 with a written review
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Worst Office Staff and Scheduling
I needed to reschedule a physical and the first appointment available was in 10 months. I came to get forms for labs after 10 months, and the front desk staff informed me that Dr. Tarpley had forgotten to upload them into the system, so I would need to get them after my physical. What is the point of coming to a physical that I waited almost one year for when there will not be any lab results to review? The office staff was extremely rude and unapologetic - this is a customer service business and they lack any sort of bedside manner.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
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Apr 15, 2025
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Outstanding Primary Care
Dr. Tarpley is the quintessential PCP. He is a great communicator and listener who respects patients. As someone who is proactive about their health, I appreciate that he explains lab results thoroughly and lets you know when and if there is cause for concern. I never feel rushed in our visits. I feel like I'm in good hands with Dr. T.
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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Feb 24, 2024
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The BEST doctor!
I honestly couldn’t ask for a better Primary Care Physician! Dr. Tarpley listens to my needs, takes his time and is extremely attentive!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 23, 2024
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Best Family Practitioner
Dr Tarpley is simply the best. He is thorough, compassionate, and listens to every concern.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Dec 15, 2023
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Best patient care!
Dr. Tarpley listens to my concerns and he addresses them. He is helping me with my overall health. He is always on time. I never have to wait long for my appointment.
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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L. Simmons-Pitts – Dec 02, 2023
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Dr. Tarpley is the best!
New patient with Dr. Tarpley and I couldn’t be happier. He is so kind, compassionate, thorough, and takes the time to listen to any concerns with helpful solutions. Feels like a true partner in health and would recommend him to anyone seeking care.
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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Nathan – Sep 15, 2023
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Very good primary doctor I ever had.
Please don't change your ways Dr Tarpley. Very caring doctor and listen to his patients
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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Encarnita Reinart – Sep 01, 2023
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I couldnt ask more from my doctor
There’s a theme in the reviews for Dr Tarpley, he helps us to know he deeply cares for our wellbeing. He’s inquisitive, thorough, extraordinarily bright. I’m a total fan. I feel very lucky to have found him.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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John P – Aug 12, 2023
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Best Physician
Dr. Tarpley is knowledgeable, always detail-oriented , attentive and patient. We trust him wholeheartedly for our health related issues. Thankful to have a physician I believe in and is always on my side !
What went well
  • 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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YHL – Mar 30, 2023
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Responsive and Courteous
Dr. Tarpley is always responsive, courteous, and thorough in providing his diagnoses. He is an excellent doctor. He took the time to research the specifics of my wife's condition and gave good guidance before she had a complicated procedure.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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D&E in MB – Nov 26, 2022
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The best
Dr Tarpley is the doctor I've always wanted. He takes an honest interest in my health and always looks for the best way to approach any issue. He is quite simply, brilliant!
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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Sue Murray – Oct 27, 2022
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Well-prepared consultative partner
Well-prepared consultative partner. Dr. Tarpley comes in the appointment having reviewed your file as he is well prepared to talk to you about your Health He listens and is a consultative Partner. I cannot recommend him more highly!
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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Dan Higgins – Aug 02, 2022
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So amazing!
Great: Staff Office environment Timely in and out Thorough Knowledgeable Kind and caring Respectful Positive and present in every stage of the visit!
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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Lyle – Jul 23, 2022
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Thank you Dr Tarpley!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 25, 2022
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Highly recommended
He's brilliant and the doctor everyone hopes for!
What went well
  • 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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Sue Murray – Mar 18, 2022
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He is a breath of fresh air. He came highly recommended and did not disappoint.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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New Patient – Dec 18, 2021
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A+ knowledge and bedside manner. I usually dislike seeing MDs, as I often feel condescended to. Dr. Tarpley is kind and patient, a true gem of a person and a fantastic clinician. He helped me make several decision about my health that left me feeling cared for as well as giving me an active voice in my own healthcare choices. He helped point me in the right direction as well as provided graceful motivation to get to where I need to be. Highly, highly recommended.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Noah Cockroft – Dec 10, 2021
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Dr Tarpley is THE best primary care physician I have ever had. He cares about me as a person and truly takes time to get to know me. He is comprehensive and looks beyond the obvious. He explains things to me without being patronizing or pretentious. My entire adult family has come under Dr Tarpley’s care. He is just a nice person - which should be, but isn’t always commonplace. I recommend him to everyone I can.
What went well
  • 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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N Sellim – Nov 16, 2021
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Dr Tarpley & the staff are wonderful. Always so fast and efficient. They always make me feel heard.
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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Martha – Nov 04, 2021
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Extremely professional, polite, personable! Genuinely interested in asking me questions about my health and listening attentively to my answers.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Steve Braudo – Apr 29, 2021
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    Locations

    Torrance Memorial Physician Network Primary Care - Manhattan Beach 201

    Torrance Memorial Physician Network Primary Care - Manhattan Beach 201855 Manhattan Beach Blvd Ste 201 Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Torrance Memorial Medical Center

      3330 Lomita Blvd
      Torrance, CA 90505
      Recipient of 14
      hospital awards

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      15% higher than the national average

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