David M. Cutler, MD
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Santa Monica Family Physicians
901 Wilshire Boulevard, Floor 1, Santa Monica, CA 90401
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About David M. Cutler
David Cutler, MD, has been Health Sciences Assistant Clinical Professor for the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA for 26 years and is now Chairman of the Santa Monica Family Physicians medical group. From 2004-2010, he was Chairman of the Family Medicine Department at Saint John’s Health Center. He is certified by the America Board of Family Medicine and in Advanced Cardiac Life Support. Originally from Boston, he graduated cum laude from Dartmouth College and received Honors grades from Tufts Medical School. Dr. Cutler is active in the UCLA Program in Global Health leading yearly missions to Haiti. In addition, he explored international health during periods of practice in New Zealand and Myanmar. Dr. Cutler has a special interest in cardiovascular disease and performs treadmill stress tests in his office. David and his wife, a clinical psychologist, have been married for 33 years. Their three grown children reside in LA with sons employed in cloud software and commercial real estate. Their daughter is in medical school. The Cutler family enjoys adventurous family vacations skiing, boating, scuba diving and exploring distant cultures.
UCLA Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
Medical SchoolTufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA
residencySanta Monica-UCLA Medical Center, Santa Monica, CA
- American Board of Family Medicine, Family Medicine
Providence Saint John's Health Center
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Dr Cutler's medical assistants were very courteous, efficient and professional as well as the front office staff. Dr Cutler really listened to my medical concerns and offered several options for ongoing care.
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Doctor David Cutler addresses health care snd concerns earning my appreciation
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Dr. Cutler is everything you would hope a gp would be. Thorough, knowledgeable and caring.
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Good experience
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All good
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I feel very positive about Dr Cutler as my doctor
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Professional office, clean, efficient. Helped me get an ultrasound, blood work and pre op exam quickly as I needed gall bladders surgery.
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David Cutler has been my doctor for many years and I always look forward to my visits with him. He's knowledgeable, caring and funny. Can't ask for more!
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Excellent experience for a first visit with my new GP.
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Great service!
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Always good care and concern for my well-being.
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Dr. Cutler is the best.
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Dr. Cutler and his staff have been great every time I've ever came to them for help. The staff is very friendly and I always feel like I have 100% of the Dr.'s attention during the exam. I never feel rushed but I also feel like things move at a good speed to get me in/out so that I can go on with my day.
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Very thorough.
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My experiences with the provider were very good.
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Dr. David Cutler is fantastic
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Dr Cutler is a very caring doctor
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Dr. David Cutler well deserves his excellent reputation. He is a fine doctor and a fine human being.
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No bad experience
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Dr Cuttler is the equally competent and compassionate. The epitome of both. I love the guy (esp his humor!)
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Dr. Cutler is the best! Excellent treatment, listens, is extremely through and kind.
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It's always a pleasure to work with each and every team member
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Dr Cutler and his staff are the best.
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Dr. Cutler has been terrific in making sure everything is going well with me.
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Dr cutler is very knowledgeable and patient
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Dr. Cutler is very thorough and professional.
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He was great and the nurses and staff were all great.
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Very Good and I assume it will continue
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Well I just start to visit this provider and can not say enough about it
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He is very caring and makes sure I get a chance to ask questions. He has a dry sense of humor like me. He seems to enjoy going the extra mile to provide the best medical service.
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Excellent medical care always feel like I'm in good hands especially like use of a scribe during visit so provider is more free to concentrate on discussing things with me
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All Apts. And check ups very good, very satisfied with my care and the doctor and his staff.
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Dr. David Cutler has been my primary care physician for several years, and I am very satisfied at all times with the care he has provided. I have received excellent from him over the years. He is the BEST!
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Dr. Cutler is definitely the most thorough doctor I have ever had. He takes his time with you and is incredibly knowledgable and caring and completes a very comprehensive visit every time. He also has fantastic staff and has most of the equipment that one would need to handle X-rays and blood draws on site. He is also very kind, compassionate and caring!
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A very good experience provided on this day. Everyone involved was courteous and respectful.Dr Cutler listened to my health concerns and provided easy to understand explanations and recommendations to better manage my health.
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Dr. Cutler is GREAT.
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I went to Urgent with a nasal problem and swollen nose. Dr. Cutler came into the room and diagnosed my problem immediately and prescribed antibiotics for a dangerous infection. I'm very grateful that he was my physician
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My doctor is always attentive, knowledgeable, and efficient
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Dr Cutler is informed and professional and projects sincere caring for his patients. Makes it a pleasant experience.
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Always a good experience.
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Dr Cutler is always attentive and is very professional. I have recommended him to my colleagues
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All good!
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Dr. Cutler was on time, he had an assistant with him, he was warm and friendly, he was very engaged and made me feel comfortable about sharing delicate health issues of myself. I'm very happy with his being my doctor for routine and every day health issues.
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Dr. Cutler and staff have been excellent so far. Thank you all for caring for me!
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All very good, very professional.
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Excellent experience for 26 years!
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Dr. Cutler and his team have always been courteous, professional, friendly and helpful. We trust his judgment and he provides excellent care.
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DR. Cutler is an extremely knowledgeable and caring provider. I'm lucky to have him as my primary care provider.
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Great doctor.
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He was very pleasant and gave me ample time to discuss questions/concerns
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Best Medical care I have ever experienced. Compassionate, Kind and very Professional!
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Provider and staff very efficient and knowledgable
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Both doctor & staff were excellent.
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Dr Cutler and that office are the gold standard for primary care. Impeccable.
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I've always received excellent care from Dr. Cutler. He shows a personal interest in my well being. I'm very happy with Dr. Cutler.
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Dr. Cutler has been my primary physician for many years. He has always been extremely friendly, professional, and caring whenever I have seen him. I can't imagine having another primary doctor.
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Love Dr. Cutler. He's very kind and caring. He seems to know many other specialists in his group which I like.
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This was my first visit in over 8 years ( due to insurance ) so some of the question on the survey were irrelevant Dr, Cutler was my doctor for years and I am now finally back in good care!
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Dr Cutler is great. I have recommended him to others
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Dr Cutler is the most intelligent, caring and knowledgeable doctor possible - my Dr for over 40 years.
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New patient and felt comfortable and well examined with resolutions for care.
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Dr David Cutler is a rare, old school doctor who cares about your health. He never rushes appointments and takes his time going through your chart. He's the type of doctor who will promptly call you back if you have questions or concerns. If you're looking for a great, knowledgable doctor, call Dr.Cutler.
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Dr David Cutler is a kind and practical man, no nonsense with a soft touch. I appreciate his way of listening and communicating, he makes me feel safe and heard.
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I'm extremely impressed by Dr. Cutler's professionalism, knowledge and caring attitude. Also I like his sense of humor.
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Very well run office. No complaints.
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First visit with Dr. Cutler and I was very satisfied.
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Dr. Cutler is an excellent doctor with an excellent bedside manner excellent and precise information and clear, compassionate way of treating his patients
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I like his sense of humor, and appreciate that he doesn't leave me waiting for long periods in his examination room.
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Great service!
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Cutler rules!
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My doctor is knowledgeable and a good communicator. He is thorough in his examinations. I would have liked an immediate follow-up on a vision issue, however.
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Dr. Cutler is a great doctor. Perfect blend of kind, friendly, professional, competent, attentive and efficient.
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This was my first visit to see Dr. Cutler as I am changing to him as my primary doctor he was receptive, informed, likable, and anticipated my concerns. I was very pleased, and look forward to working with him for the rest of my life.
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Dr Cutler is an excellent Dr
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Nothing else to say other than how great everyone was. Glad to have found them.
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The experience I have with Dr. Cutler is very good. He listens and takes care of my health concerns. Also, if I need to see an specialist he sends me right away. One of the best doctors I have.
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Always excellent
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My doctor is great, he reviews everything and is the captain of my ship.
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Dr Cutler is kind, througho and take time to explain everything
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Very responsive to my needs.
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Always always good caring and complete.
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I enjoy all in the office
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My experiences with Dr. Cutler and his staff were excellent.
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So very professional AND caring about my issues
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Always excellent
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Dr. Cutler is a great doctor. Thorough, knowledgeable and caring--that is why I have had him as my doctor for many years. My experience with St. John's has been the same.
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I have been going to Dr. David cutler for many years. Excellent doctor.
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Dr. Cutler is on top of my health. I am comfortable with each of my visits.
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It's been all good thus far.
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Dr cutler is very knowledgeable with an easy going manner. Seeing him is always a pleasant experience.
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Always made to feel I am in good hands regarding my health
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Dr. Cutler is friendly, knowledgeable, thorough, and highly competent. I am glad to have him as my PCP!
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Dr. Cutler is my primary physician and is fully aware of my ongoing health concerns. When I've met with him he listens to my concerns and he immediately orders the necessary bloodwork or x-rays to address my current health situation. Dr. Cutler is always polite and has a great sense of humor.
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Appreciate the care provided by Dr. Cutler very much
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Great doctor. Somewhat less than optimal environment
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Always excited to see dr cutler - who is an absolute professional !!
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I feel care providers do the best they can related to their patient's care; and I understand we, as patients have to help them by following their their advice for a healthy life style.
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I have been seeing Dr Cutler for over 20 years. He has always been attentive, well informed and trustworthy. He has provided me with excellent care and I have the utmost confidence in his judgment.
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I have recommended Dr Cutler to several friends. He is a kind, smart and caring doctor.
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Feel that annual exam is thorough and not rushed. Goes over all medications , vaccinations and tests needed
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I feel like I'm receiving the best care and that makes me feel safe and happy
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Always a good experience with the doctor and his team on all accounts.
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All great experiences ty Dr. Cutler
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Excellent care as always
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Great doctor. Thanks
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Everything and everyone in Dr. Cutler's office is terrific, supportive, caring, and efficient
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Always feel at ease, everyone that works there are very professional.
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Excellent doctor, up to date, knowledgeable, friendly, easy to understand, caring: everything a GP should be.
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This visit was my first with Dr. Cutler; I asked him to be my new primary care physician. I am very impressed with the pre-appointment process and especially with Dr. Cutlers knowledge and thorough check up.
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I was very impressed with Dr. Cutler, his professionalism, and his wonderful sense of humor.
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Dr. Cutler is fantastic, and so is his entire office staff.
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Always feel well cared for
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Dr. Cutler is extremely patient with any questions I have. I had a new problem with a broken toe and he followed up with an examination, xray and Instructions for care.
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Dr. Cutler has been my doctor for decades and is always very helpful. Besides, he has a good sense of humor.
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Very good service, I like the office and the Dr. DAVID CUTLER.
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THE PROVIDER WAS VERY THOROUGH.
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Dr Cutler and his team always treat me with dignity, respect, attentive and are very thorough. I have recommended Dr Cutler to my friends. I enjoy visiting this office for all my health care. Thank you
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Dr Cutler and his staff are fantastic.
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This was a new patient appointment. I was extremely happy with Dr. Cutler as my new physician.
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Decades long good health care and relationship with Dr. Cutler
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Dr Cutler is a very nice care provider
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Gppd. Efficient. Professional.
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Fast and thorough
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Very good, could not be better.
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This was my first visit with my new primary care provider. I was extremely please not only with his knowledge of his coat, but with the "people skills" used that made me feel extremely comfortable that he was willing to work with the rest of my care team at St. Johns and show me respect as a "healthcare customer". I could tell Immediately that I had made the right decision In asking him to provide my primary care. He Is a true professional In every sense of the word!
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Dr. Cutler is great.
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Dr. Cutler is one of the best GP doctors I've ever had. Very attentive and patient, addressing all concerns.
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Dr Cuttler is extremely competent and equally compassionate. That's why he's been my PCP for the last hundred years or so. You gotta love this guy. He really, really cares and as evidenced by his volunteer work in Haiti, he has a heart of gold!
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One of the best doctors I have had.
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Simply excellent care from everyone in this practice starting with Dr. Cutler himself.
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I have not had any bad experiences with Dr Cutler.
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I always feel that Dr Cutler is interested in my wellbeing and is an excellent doctor.
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I appreciate Dr Cutler and his team. They provide excellent care and make going to the doctor the best it can possibly be. Thanks to everyone on the team!
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This is the first MD ever to call me at home to give me updated information on theMedication I was prescribed. EXCEPTIONAL...Very Helpful.
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Care very good like everyone in this office.
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Dr Cutler is a great doctor. I am very satisfied with the level care his office provides
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I received the care and tests that I needed. Everyone was congenial.
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Cutler is my best doctor ever
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This provider & his staff have always provided excellent service to me & my husband. If we were not happy, we would change doctors. Please stop sending surveys EVERY time we visit the doctor. Thank you.
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Doctor David Cutler is an attentive great listener and makes thorough assessments
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This provider is very caring and thorough.
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