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. David Cutler always show concern about problems I am having and comes up with recommendations that are appropriate
5
Providence Patient
Staff was polite and professional. Got in to see the doctor quickly after some quick paperwork and insurance was copied. Dr. Cutler was attentive and thorough, asked about parts of my medical history, my concerns, and explained things clearly. Im satisfied with the service so far.
5
Providence Patient
Outstanding care from Dr. Cutler and concern for over all good health now and future
5
Providence Patient
Got appt on same day as I called. Thank you. I was given ample time to discuss my issues.
5
Providence Patient
an excellent visit.
4.9
Providence Patient
I always feels Dr Cutler is listening to me. At the end he always asks "any more questions?". This is very important, I don't feel rushed out the door.
5
Providence Patient
Wonderful experience with Dr. Cutler.
5
Providence Patient
Dr Cutlers office is the best and always proffessional
4.9
Providence Patient
Dr. Cutler gets 10++. Staff excellent.
5
Providence Patient
David Cutler provides superior care and attention to ANY health concern or question.
5
Providence Patient
very good. I have recommended patients to him.
5
Providence Patient
Dr. Cutler is excellent. [...]
5
Providence Patient
All good -
5
Providence Patient
I've had the delightful good fortunate to work with Dr. Cutler for about 30 years. Throughout that time, and various medical adventures, his provides expert care in friendly, compassionate environment with the best staff and support team anyone could wish.
4.9
Providence Patient
the doctor is very good
5
Providence Patient
My care Provider is very good and outstanding..
5
Providence Patient
Excellent experience, Dr. David Cutler is an outstanding doctor. And he speaks French!!! :-)
5
Providence Patient
Dr. Cutler was excellent, as always.
5
Providence Patient
This Provider Cares about me. Which is a VERY Important aspect of my care.
3.8
Providence Patient
felt very safe with precautions now taken.
5
Providence Patient
The provider was over 20 minutes late for my appointment. He gave no explanation or apology for being late. Added to my white coat syndrome, the lateness caused my BP reading to be higher than normal. Regardless, Dr. Cutler is an excellent provider.
2.4
Providence Patient
[...] Dr. Cutler is THE BEST!
5
Providence Patient
Dr. Cutler is incredibly kind, patient, and throrough
5
Providence Patient
doctor and personnel were very professional, kind, caring and a pleasure to be around.
4.3
Providence Patient
Dr. Cutler is the best.
5
Providence Patient
I get excellent care from Dr. Cutler and his staff.
5
Providence Patient
Dr. Cutler was great. Super professional.
4.9
Providence Patient
great guy!
5
Providence Patient
Dr David Cutler provides the B St Healthcare [...] He is excellent and should be promoted!
5
Providence Patient
Always available via email or personal telephone after hours or when I am traveling out of the country - makes me feel safe and cared for.
5
Providence Patient
Very good service.
5
Providence Patient
I feel very comfortable with Dr. Cutler = I feel he cares about my health & well being - that he is honest and straight forward and very knowledgeable -
5
Providence Patient
Always good.
5
Providence Patient
Very good care.
5
Providence Patient
Dr. Cutler is a caring, detailed MD. He literally saved my life at one point in our appointments.
5
Providence Patient
Dr. is completely knowledgeable of my medical history has been my Dr. for [...] years. Office staff is the best anyone could ask for. AAA service. Thank you for asking!
5
Providence Patient
Dr. Cutler has been a reliable and attentive doctor for many years.
4.9
Providence Patient
In all of my visits to Dr. Cutler's office, I have found him to be very knowledgeable, very detailed and thorough about my health concerns. He takes the time necessary to answer all of my questions and to explain medical terminology related to my questions. I have the utmost confidence in Dr. Cutler for his expertise and the quality of care that I receive from him.
5
Providence Patient
Nothing but good comments about Dr. Cutler and his staff.
4.9
Providence Patient
All positive. Been seeing Dr. Cutler for over 25 yrs, and have referred patients to him.
5
Providence Patient
David's a a great doc.
5
Providence Patient
Dr. Cutler is accessible, listens carefully, very thorough examination, careful diagnosis, good on follow-up - a wonderful doctor! Also, good sense of humor.
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.