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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Reviews

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  • 4.9
  • 249 Reviews
  • 552 Comments
  • 5
03/18/2026

Always good service

Providence Patient
  • 5
03/17/2026

I'm so glad that Dr. McGrath is my PCP.

Providence Patient
  • 5
03/15/2026

Dr. McGrath listened to the concerns about my health and addressed the needs.

Providence Patient
  • 5
03/12/2026

I'm a big fan of Dr. McGrath and have gone to her for many years (close to 17 years), back when she was affiliated with UCLA. When she left them, I followed her (even though I'm actually a bigger fan of UCLA than I am of Providence...partially because I think Providence has a tendency to treat health care more as a $$ business $$ than as health care). That being said, Dr. McGrath is thorough and whatever answer she doesn't have readily available, she will research and follow-up with me. We have a very good relationship because I feel that she genuinely cares. I think she's one of the few proactive physicians out there which I appreciate. In short, she's the bomb and I will be super sad when she retires...which hopefully won't be for a long time.

Providence Patient
  • 5
03/07/2026

Very good experience

Providence Patient
  • 5
03/05/2026

Dr. McGrath was very concerned about my recent healthcare emergency. She had all records from the hospital and other doctors so we could discuss what was best for me going forward. I described all my concerns and she was very responsive and encouraged me to see my pulmonologist. I feel she is an excellent provider.

Providence Patient
  • 5
03/01/2026

Dr. McGrath made my visit feel at ease. I was very comfortable with her. She took the time to listen to my concerns and helped me understand what I was going through. I didn't feel rushed at all.

Providence Patient
  • 5
02/20/2026

All my experiences were good

Providence Patient
  • 5
02/12/2026

Always have a good experience.

Providence Patient
  • 5
02/12/2026

Dr. McGrath has been my doctor for a very long time. She remembers not only details about my health history but also of my personal history which is very reassuring that she cares

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