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
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.
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!!!