
About Daniel Lau, MD
Daniel I. P. Lau, MD, is available to provide outstanding pediatric care right in your neighborhood. As one of Saint John’s (MDSJ) doctors, he offers close, convenient, and excellent care.
Certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, Dr. Lau earned his medical degree from the Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. He completed his internship and residency at the UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles, California.
Dr. Lau believes in providing evidence-based, comprehensive, personalized care for each of his patients. His relationship with Saint John’s allows him to focus on consistently providing high standards of clinical expertise.
Dr. Lau is very personable and relatable. He discusses our concerns thoroughly in an easy to understand manner. We always feel welcomed and never rushed when seeing him.
Real Patient
Medical Service
Adult Primary Care & PediatricsLocations
12555 West Jefferson Blvd.,
Suite 302,
Los Angeles,
CA
90066
Education
Medical School
Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA
Internship
UCLA Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
Residency
UCLA Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
HMO
- Aetna Commercial HMO:371708
- Anthem Blue Cross Commercial HMO:GWR113
- Blue Shield Commercial HMO:100096411008
- Cigna Commercial HMO:9910520
- Health Net Commercial HMO: 3717145012
- United Healthcare Commercial HMO:0309480039
Other
- Aetna – HMO
- Aetna Medicare Advantage PPO
- Aetna PPO
- Anthem Blue Cross HMO
- Anthem Blue Cross PPO
- Blue Shield of CA HMO
- Blue Shield of CA HMO – Trio
- Blue Shield of CA Medicare Advantage
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna PPO
- First Health/Coventry PPO
- Health Net – TriCare
- Health Net PPO
- Health Smart PPO
- Multiplan PPO
- Oscar EPO
- SCAN Medicare Advantage
- United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
- Vivity by Anthem Blue Cross
- Providence Saint John’s Health Center
Hospital Affiliation
- Saint John’s Physician Partners
Board Certifications
- American Board of Pediatrics, Pediatrics

Reviews
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Dr. Lau is an absolute gem.
Providence PatientWe always feel like our children are in good hands with Dr. Lau.
Providence PatientDr. Lau was kind and very helpful. He responded to any and all questions via my chart expeditiously and was available to speak on the phone at the exact time frame he gave us.
Providence PatientDr Lau is amazing - the parking and office staff leave a lot to be desired.
Providence PatientGreat office and staff.
Providence PatientWe love Dr Lau!!!
Providence PatientDr. Lau was very kind and professional. We felt very cared for by him. Thank you!!
Providence PatientDr. Lau is patient and kind. He listens to our concerns and gives thoughtful feedback.
Providence PatientDr. Lau, the nurses and staff have always been welcoming, warm and caring. We feel we are in great hands with them!
Providence PatientDr. Lau has been very considerate and thorough in his communication
Providence PatientIt was great that we got an appt with Dr Lau for our son when he was unwell. Dr Lau talked through what we could do at home, and advised how best to take care of him during travel as well. He was attentive to our concerns. Grateful that we got an appt with him when we needed it very much.
Providence PatientWe appreciate all the time Dr. Lau spends with our three kids. He was also extra helpful prior to this visit when we needed a referral to an orthopaedist and he tried to make it as expedited as possible.
Providence PatientMy daughter has been going to Dr Lau since she was two years old and we trust his expertise. We are very fortunate to have him as our pediatrician.
Providence PatientBest Dr ever!
Providence PatientDr. Lau is the best
Providence PatientDr Lau is great. Highly recommend
Providence PatientGreat doctor! Quick response time. Good listener. Medical advice works.
Providence PatientI've been taking my daughters to Dr Lau since they were babies. He's the best and I trust his care.
Providence PatientDr Lau was very kind and helpful.
Providence PatientWe love Dr. Lau and everyone who works at St. John's pediatrics! They are kind, caring, thoughtful, and listen with respect.
Providence PatientHe cares greatly about his patients and the care he provides Is exceptional.
Providence PatientWe love Dr. Lau!
Providence PatientTruly appreciated how thoroughly Dr. Lau addressed our concerns and offered thoughtful care options in order of priority and and explained each one. Very thankful for Dr. Lau
Providence PatientDr. Lau is so helpful all the time.
Providence PatientDr. Lau and his associates have been amazing to work with. They have all been extremely helpful and supportive of my children's medical needs throughout their young lives.
Providence PatientGreat service and doctor
Providence PatientIt was our first visit to Dr. Lau and he was extremely pleasant, friendly, and approachable! Thank you!
Providence PatientWe love Dr. Lau's office and everyone who works there. They are so kind, courteous, respectful, and really listen. We always get the best care from them.
Providence PatientEverything was great
Providence PatientDr Lau is amazing! Our family is very lucky to have found him
Providence PatientDr. Lau is great.
Providence PatientGreat doctor D Lau
Providence PatientWe've always had a great experience with our child's provider. Excellent listener and great with kids.
Providence PatientWe love Dr. Lau for both of our boys!
Providence PatientIt was great!
Providence PatientEasy ti get an appointment, office is managed well and we love Dr Lau!
Providence PatientMy provider was very informative, and detailed with his answers. He made sure we understood what he was explaining.
Providence PatientI've been going to this office for 22 years. I trust them with my children.
Providence PatientDr Lau & playa vista peds has & continues to provide great service to my children. They are always helpful, respectful, listen & show care about my children
Providence PatientDr lau is patient and kind, a great dr. Very knowledgeable and great w kids.
Providence PatientWe love dr Lau . He's kind and listens to what we have to say .
Providence PatientDr. Lau had wonderful communication and patience.
Providence PatientMy kids and I feel really good and comfortable with Doc. Lau and his Staff. We are very happy.
Providence PatientWe love Playa Vista Peds !
Providence PatientDr. Lau takes the time to open a dialogue with my family
Providence PatientDr Lau was impressive. He fit us in even after the office said they couldn't. He saved us the normal Urgent Care visit and followed up on the phone after I had a pharmacy issue. We'd like to switch to him if possible.
Providence PatientThe staff is this office are always very helpful and the staff in the reception area are awesome. Dr. Lau takes time to listen to my concerns .
Providence PatientDr. Lau was friendly and professional and confident but in a gentle, easygoing way. We were a difficult appointment and he handled it smoothly - he's a cool, competent guy; I like his style and approach.
Providence PatientDr. Lau is the best.
Providence PatientBest run doctor's office I've ever experienced. So happy my son is able to enjoy such amazing care. Couldn't be happier!
Providence PatientDr. Lau is the best- a good listener, always knowledgeable, great with the kids!
Providence PatientDr. Lau is the best!!
Providence PatientWe love Dr Lau. He listens and has a good calm energy.
Providence PatientDr. Lau takes his time with the kids. He's never rushed to go to the next appt. He cares for 4 of my kids.
Providence PatientGood overall visit, just took a lot longer to get seen by our doctor.
Providence PatientDr Lau is great. He answers all our questions.
Providence PatientWe love Dr. Lau and everyone at the office. They are helpful, caring, and respectful.
Providence PatientWe love Dr Lau! He is very good with my son.
Providence PatientGreat doctor for my kid
Providence PatientWe love Dr. Lau, he had been my son's pediatrician since birth!
Providence PatientWe really like that our boys are seen by Dr. Lau. He is a thorough provider who. Takes time with us and our boys and we are always very satisfied.
Providence PatientDr. Lau is always patient,attentive , and caring. It is why we have chosen him as our family pediatrician.
Providence PatientWe love Dr. Lau
Providence PatientDr. Lau and everyone at the official is very helpful, kind, and compassionate. We love going there!
Providence PatientLove this office
Providence PatientDr Lau is the best. Very calm and understanding.
Providence PatientGreat office!
Providence PatientThe best
Providence PatientDr. Lau is the absolute best!! We moved to Orange County for a short period of time and commuted to his office. We couldn't imagine having any other pediatrician for our daughter.
Providence PatientReception on the phone is very unfriendly and quick and not helpful. For a number of years this is mostly the case. Very hard to get a call backs from the physicans assistant. However, the physicians and the nurses are spectacular which is the only reason we have never changed offices.
Providence PatientCouldn't be happier with our visit.
Providence PatientDr Lau has been a great doctor for my son for 14.5 years.
Providence PatientDr Lau is always warm and friendly during our visits and that is important with a young child.
Providence PatientDr. Lau is very thorough with answering questions that I ask.
Providence PatientGreat staff and service, thank you.
Providence PatientIt is extremely refreshing to have a medical team that is efficient, kind, has clear communication, and spends time discussing care without feeling like I'm being rushed out the door. Very happy with Dr. Lau and staff!
Providence PatientWe absolutely love Dr Lau, he is so caring, sends detailed notes and gives timely advice. We would highly recommend him to anyone needing a pediatrician. He takes his time during visits, thoroughly explains everything with terms easy to understand even if you have no medical knowledge. Our daughters love him and go to the doctor with easy even when they're sick.
Providence PatientThey are amazing as always
Providence PatientWe love doctor Daniel Lau. He is patient and kind and he listens carefully to the issues presented. We never feel rushed or as if we have not had enough time to ask all the questions that we have. We are so grateful for the quality health care we have and Dr. Lau's superb bedside manner.
Providence PatientThis Dr's office has always been a kind and caring office.
Providence PatientDr lau is the best provider can my baby can have
Providence PatientDr Lau is a good physician and respectful person.
Providence PatientHe was thoughtful and explained results well, provided reassurance when it was needed.
Providence PatientWe're very happy with Dr. Lau. He is a very kind, patient and professional pediatrician. My boys have been seeing him since they were little and we're extremely grateful to have him as their doctor.
Providence PatientDr and staff are always nice and quick to call me back if I have any concerns. Im extremely happy
Providence PatientDr. Lau has been our pediatrician for 14 years and we really like and appreciate him!
Providence PatientDr. Lau made my little one feel comfortable and was able to diagnose the problem right away.
Providence PatientDoctor was very good and we got an appointment on the same day I called. Very impressed with the staff and Doctor.
Providence PatientGreat visit
Providence PatientHe always took the time to answer our questions and reassured us with his development
Providence PatientDr Lau is in touch and very engaging. We will miss him as our kids have aged out ofPediatrics
Providence PatientDr Lau is excellent about following up and returning phone calls/
Providence PatientDr. Lau has a very friendly, gentle manner that puts his patients at ease. He was patient and took time to listen to all our concerns and questions.
Providence PatientPolite and kind. Never felt rushed.
Providence PatientDr. Lau has been a fantastic doctor! Always very patient and kind with all my questions and very thorough in the information he has given us.
Providence PatientDr. Lau is very personable and relatable. He discusses our concerns thoroughly in an easy to understand manner. We always feel welcomed and never rushed when seeing him.
Providence PatientDr. Lau is kind and always listens to our concerns and provides answers to any of our questions
Providence PatientDr. Lau is great! would recommend him to anyone
Providence PatientProvided great care and patience from all staff nurses and doctor
Providence PatientWe love De. Lau! he is so knowledgeable and takes time to talk through everything!!
Providence PatientThe wait time was unfortunately quite long for this appointment, but we were very satisfied with the quality of care we received.
Providence PatientAlways had a great experience with St. John's providers.
Providence PatientGreat experience
Providence PatientWe love Dr. Lau & all of the staff. They are always so kind & courteous! Thank you for all you do!
Providence PatientWe appreciate and trust Dr. Lau. We have also had good experiences with other doctors in the practice. Special kudos to Dr. Lau's assistant, [...], who makes the whole experience go smoothly, especially immunizations. Thanks, [...]!
Providence PatientAttentive, helpful, calm and knowledgeable staff and clinicians. thank you!
Providence PatientI'm so happy with dr. Lau and all he's stuff everyone is so nice and they always make my visit so easy. thank you everyone.
Providence PatientDr. Lau has been great. We hope to continue seeing him for years to come.
Providence PatientDr. Lau is great doctor that we have recommended to many family and friends. We trust his opinion.
Providence PatientDr. Lau as always was very kind and engaging with all the family.My wife and I would also like to recognize the AMAZING job by the nurse that game out kids their shots, she was outstanding, extremely careful, but more importantly, fun with the kids and they did not even felt them.
Providence PatientDr Lau has been great. I've recommended him to others.
Providence Patient