Eileen McGrath MD

Eileen McGrath, MD

Family Medicine

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About Eileen McGrath, MD 

Eileen M. McGrath, MD, had a hero growing up that inspired her to go into the medical field. The fictional namesake of a 1970s TV show made a big impression on her. This was, of course, the genial Dr. Marcus Welby, MD, who made house calls and had an overarching love of people, thus motivating her to go into medicine.  

Certified by the American Board of Family Medicine, Dr. McGrath received her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in Philadelphia. She completed her internship at Providence St. John’s Health Center in Santa Monica and completed her residency at the UCLA Medical Center in Santa Monica, California.   

Dr. McGrath spent time in college with a family doctor, shadowing him as he tended to patients. She watched as he took care of people in jail and delivered babies in Ithaca, NY. “He was a true family doctor,” she says, and that inspired her choice of family medicine as her specialty.   

Dr. McGrath is a first-generation American whose parents come from Ireland, and her Irish heritage is important to her. She makes a point of visiting the Emerald Island every couple of years, where she enjoys visiting with at least 68 first cousins. She loves the ocean, mountains, and outdoor activities. Her favorite activities are running, hiking, and biking along beach trails. She loves to travel when on vacation. Besides Ireland, her favorite places include Peru, Argentina, Brazil, South Africa, and Japan. Her bucket list destination? The 7th continent: Antarctica.  

Dr. McGrath’s husband, Mark Needham, MD, also practices family medicine. Their daughter is currently in medical school at Case Western and looking forward to carrying on the family’s medical legacy. Their oldest son is a professional dancer in New York and their younger son graduated from Herb Alpert Music School at UCLA. 

I have always thought highly of Eileen McGrath. She’s always been professional in every aspect. I have been a patient of hers for over 30 years, following her whenever she moved locations. I can’t say enough good things about her.

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Locations

901 Wilshire Blvd., Floor 3,
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Education

Medical School
University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
1982

Internship
Santa Monica – UCLA Medical Center Family Practice Residency Program

Residency
Santa Monica – UCLA Medical Center Family Practice Residency Program

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  • 4.9
  • 321 Reviews
  • 308 Comments
  • 5
04/23/2024

Dr McGrath is fantastic. She has been our family Dr since her first year and we would not want anyone else. Always incredible.

Providence Patient
  • 5
04/22/2024

Dr. McGrath has been my physician for many years. She is remarkable. She listens, asks the right questions, remembers my history and suggests actions to improve my health. She always follows up on my visit and referrals. She has a very good scribe, so she doesn't need to take her own notes and instead she spends more time with me.

Providence Patient
  • 4.71
04/19/2024

I needed to see Urgent Care, so an appointment was not necessary. I did have to wait for a bit, but was fine with it. I felt like my issue was taken care of and the people in the office were fantastic!

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  • 5
04/19/2024

Very good

Providence Patient
  • 5
04/19/2024

Provider is concerned about my health

Providence Patient
  • 5
04/15/2024

I don't know how many people can say this, I love my primary physician so much I have been driving an hour or more to see Dr. Eileen McGrath over 25 years.She cares for my health, she is wonderful in explaining everything so that I understand.She follows up on previous visits and she has the best bedside manner.

Providence Patient
  • 4.94
04/15/2024

An excellent office with superb medical care and a welcoming atmosphere.

Providence Patient
  • 5
04/12/2024

Dr McGrath is wonderful

Providence Patient
  • 5
04/08/2024

Dr McGrath spent a lot of time with me, going over my current medical needs and gave me a full physical, including blood work and prescriptions for bone density and recommended MRI for genetic follow up. I felt very taken care of.

Providence Patient
  • 5
03/28/2024

Very good

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