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.
Medical School
Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA
Internship
UCLA Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
Residency
Santa Monica-UCLA Medical Center, Santa Monica, CA
Board Certifications
American Board of Family Medicine, Family Medicine
Dr. Cutler is a caring, detailed MD. He literally saved my life at one point in our appointments.
5
Providence Patient
Dr. Cutler is an excellent physician. One of the best I have consulted
4.6
Providence Patient
The doctor is a good fellow, however my opinion is that he would serve himself and me (his patients) much better if he assumed the demeanor of the good old "bed side doctor", and not so much of the military drill instructor.
2.5
Providence Patient
Dr. Cutler is always caring and respectful.
5
Providence Patient
Have been with Dr. Cutler for a long long time would not change
5
Providence Patient
Dr. Cutler is great! Always attentive & in the present moment w/me as a patient.
5
Providence Patient
Dr Cutler and his nurse crew were all really lovely, they made me feel comfortable and heard.
5
Providence Patient
Dr Cutler has been one of the best things i ve done in the last few years,he is a very good Doctor
5
Providence Patient
Dr. Cutler provides excellent care at all times. He is the best doctor I've ever had.
5
Providence Patient
He was persistent in tests that led to early breast cancer diagnosis - this was after all test were negative - now 12 years later Dr. Cutler is more than an MD.
5
Providence Patient
Dr Cutler has been important to me for many years. His competence and caring manner always put me at ease. I truly believe he has saved my life with the care he has provided. I have recommended him to friends with complete confidence that they would be as pleased with him as I am.
5
Providence Patient
Excellent primary care physician
5
Providence Patient
I feel well taken care of. Dr Cutler is conscientious and thorough
5
Providence Patient
All good
5
Providence Patient
Dr. Cutler has always listened to my questions and answered them.
5
Providence Patient
Extremely knowledgeable, up to date on current research, attentive and articulate.
5
Providence Patient
Dr. Cutler exceeded my expectations.
5
Providence Patient
Dr. Cutler is a very good doctor. He has lot of knowledge and experience. He knows more than a specialist. I trust his opinion.
5
Providence Patient
Dr Cutler has my respect and I trust him. Been his patient for 23 years.
4.9
Providence Patient
All good experiences.
5
Providence Patient
This was my first meeting with Dr. Cutler. Found him to be knowledgeable, personable, and thorough. I've already recommended him to a friend. Staff was good.
4.9
Providence Patient
Dr. Cutler is a great Doctor.
5
Providence Patient
always positive
5
Providence Patient
Dr. Cutler is the best! He cares about me and my husband and want's the best for us. He masterfully coordinates our health care. I can't say enough good things about him. Love him!!!
5
Providence Patient
12 minute visit, no time to go over meds. Not acceptable. Looking for a new provider.
2.6
Providence Patient
I wished I lived in [...] again, I'd see this physician as my primary. Great doc!
5
Providence Patient
Appreciate the care taken by Dr. Cutler.
5
Providence Patient
Very good doctor. I have been with Dr. Cutler for many years. He understands my problem. He respects my concern.
5
Providence Patient
I'm very happy with Dr. Cutler and extremely fortunate to have him as my physician.
5
Providence Patient
Always WELL TAKEN CARE of by Dr. Cutler. I have referred patients to him - Excellent MD.
5
Providence Patient
David Cutler for me is one of the most wonderful doctor with the best knowledge of medicine and very kind and dedicated to his patients.
5
Providence Patient
A great PCP
5
Providence Patient
everytime I visit, I have a medical student doing the exam. I prefer the doctor since I usually see him only once a year.
3.4
Providence Patient
Consistently excellent!!
5
Providence Patient
Dr. Cutler is very good at listening to my Healthcare needs. He's not that good with Emotional Health issues. The staff is very attentive.
4.5
Providence Patient
Dr. Cutler was amazing! Thank you for really taking the time and showing you care. I also really appreciated the follow-up phone call the following afternoon.
4.6
Providence Patient
Since this was an urgent care visit because my usual provider was not in the office the day I needed services, I was so pleased that Dr. Cutler (who I had never seen before) was so responsive, took my concerns seriously, discussed all possible actions i could take and explained everything in a respectful manner.
4.6
Providence Patient
Dr. Cutler has an amazing combination of medical knowledge and interpersonal skills / patient care. And his staff is equally professional and attentive.
5
Providence Patient
Dr. Cutler is a great physician!
5
Providence Patient
Dr. Cutler's care is excellent.
5
Providence Patient
Good.
4.9
Providence Patient
took a long time once I was in the office
4.9
Providence Patient
This was for an initial consultation, and I made the decision to become a patient of Dr. Cutler's. He seemed extremely knowledgeable.
3.9
Providence Patient
very good doctor
5
Providence Patient
I feel confident in his decisions.
5
Providence Patient
Dr. Cutler is of the highest caliber Dr. anyone could want.