About Paul Natterson, MD
After attending college at Harvard and medical school at UC San Diego, Paul D. Natterson, MD, completed his internship and residency, as well as his cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology fellowships, at UCLA. He joined the Pacific Heart Institute in 1996, where his practice initially focused on arrhythmia management, including implantation of pacemakers and defibrillators as well as catheter procedures for the treatment of rhythm disturbances. In 2006, Dr. Natterson transitioned to strictly consultative cardiology.
Dr. Natterson’s patients describe him as kind, knowledgeable, compassionate, caring, courteous, and attentive.
Dr. Natterson has served as Saint john’s medical staff President and Chief Medical Officer. In addition he has served on the boards of the health center, the medical foundation and the philanthropic foundation.
Dr. Natterson is an excellent doctor. He is thorough, knowledgeable, caring, and kind. He makes you feel comfortable and puts you at ease when you might feel nervous or worried. Dr. Natterson is an excellent asset […] and I feel very lucky yo have him as my doctor.
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Medical Service
Heart & VascularLocations
2001 Santa Monica Boulevard – Suite 280W
Education
Medical School
University of California, San Diego, San Diego, CA
Internship
UCLA, Los Angeles, CA
Residency
UCLA, Los Angeles, CA
Fellowship
UCLA, Los Angeles, CA
- 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

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Superb doctor and superb staff
Providence PatientPaul Natterson is kind, caring, super smart and a joy to be around. My husband and I both feel blessed to have him care for us.
Providence PatientDr. Paul Natterson is the very best!
Providence PatientAll good!
Providence PatientDr Natterson and his team are amazing. I cannot imagine a better Doctor
Providence PatientAll great
Providence PatientI'm very confident of my care in the hands of Dr. Natterson. Always listens to me & always offers appropriate suggestions & solutions!
Providence PatientAlways, the best!
Providence PatientNatterson. Best doctor in La. USA and the world.
Providence PatientDr.Natterson is exceptional in every way.
Providence PatientI always get call backs, only in the lobby minutes. Dr Natterson gives care beyond expectations. He spends a lot of time with and me. And always calls me with results.
Providence PatientBest most caring cardiologist and team ever
Providence PatientDr. Natterson is a terrific physician.
Providence PatientProvider is respectful of your time...appointments begin at the exact time scheduled. Provider develops a personal relationship with patients.
Providence PatientPaul is the best
Providence PatientDr Natterson is extremely responsive to any of my needs/questions.
Providence PatientBest doctor I've ever had
Providence PatientI found Dr Natterson to be extremely knowledgeable and he worked hard to ensure all my questions were answered
Providence PatientI felt very well taken care of and extremely fortunate to have met with Dr Natterson for my health care concerns. He's scheduled several followup tests and I know I am in great medical hands.
Providence PatientDr Natterson is always attentive. Straight forward with information
Providence PatientDr. Natterson, is the bestHe pays attention, listens carefully and keeps me apprised of my heart health. I couldn't ask for a better doctor.
Providence PatientExcellent and diligent evaluation by Dr. Natterson. Thank you!
Providence PatientHe is unique and exceptional
Providence PatientDr Natterson is an excellent engaged physician
Providence PatientI have always found Dr. Natterson to be outstanding and responsive.
Providence PatientExcellent care. Fully involved in my taking care of my health.
Providence PatientHe is respectful, knowledgeable and he is the best doctor I have ever had.
Providence PatientCompletely satisfied
Providence PatientPaul Natterson is the best!
Providence PatientExcellent care and generous with his time
Providence PatientExcellent. Is cautious re: tests ordered, is thurough and asks questions. Has the deepest level of concern for patients.
Providence PatientDr Natterson made time to see me and was complete in his history taking and PE. Answered all quesitons. Listened and was very supportive.
Providence PatientExcellent medical care.
Providence PatientI have been a patient of Dr. Natterson for many years and I am blessed to be one of his patients!
Providence PatientBoth very personal and professional, I could not ask for more!
Providence PatientDr. Paul Natterson is an exceptional doctor and person giving the very best medical and personal care!
Providence PatientMy care provider is conscientious and thorough and I feel like I'm in good hands.
Providence PatientNatterson is my cardiologist, and I think he's smart and attentive; I trust him.
Providence PatientBest Doc ever.
Providence PatientSuperbly well organized and efficient yet always deeply concerned, highly professional, refreshingly warm and kind.
Providence PatientPaul Natterson is an outstanding cardiologist and I am extremely happy that he is my physician. The entire practice is run in an outstanding manner.
Providence PatientGreat care
Providence PatientDr Natterson is the very best and most through I have ever received as a patient. Im 81 and have many doctors
Providence PatientEverything was just fine.
Providence PatientGreat office. Great doc
Providence PatientExcellent visit
Providence PatientAlways feel like I am in excellent safe hands
Providence PatientExcellent care
Providence PatientDr Natterson is a superior person and doctor
Providence PatientDr. Natterson and his assistant are a dream team. He's the best, most caring doctor one could hope to have.I'm grateful there are still doctors like Dr. Natterson practicing medicine.
Providence PatientExcellent
Providence PatientPaul Natterson is a superb doctor and human being.
Providence PatientI'm so happy to have Dr. Natterson back as my physician. I was about to change from province! Dr. Natterson is extremely knowledgeable, caring and attentive where he takes time and listen with best advise. Thank you for coming back Dr. Natterson!
Providence PatientExcellent experience!. Exceptional care!
Providence PatientEXCELLENT
Providence PatientBest Cardiologist Ever!!!!
Providence PatientAll excellent
Providence PatientDr.Paul Natterson is, in my opinion, the most wonderful, insightful, empathetic physician I have ever encountered in my 90 years!!!
Providence PatientPaul Natterson is one of the best, if not the best, doctor I have ever visited regularly.
Providence PatientDr Paul Natterson is an amazing cardiologist, SJPP is lucky to have him on their team
Providence PatientPaul Natterson is the prince of physicians--a great cardiologist and human being. I trust him with my life. Would there were more like him. And the whole Pacific Heart Center is outstanding. The technicians who do the Echo tests etc are all charming and friendly and smart. Kudos all around!
Providence PatientDr Natterson was exceptional!Best care I could have hoped for
Providence PatientPaul Natterson is the best physician I have had over my lifetime, and I'm 82 at this writing.
Providence PatientDr Natterson is an excellent cardiologist..definitely a 10 ,,!!!!!
Providence PatientExtremely positive
Providence PatientDr Natterson is simply the best. I always feel valued at Pacific Heart.
Providence PatientVery personable, thorough & attentive
Providence PatientDr. Natterson is a fantastic doctor. He is very caring and always available to you. He is one of the best doctors I've ever had!
Providence PatientDr Natterson is truly one of the most exceptional doctors I have seen. He is always on time, thorough in his care, & very knowledgeable. My entire family and some friends are his patients.
Providence PatientPersonable, professional and instills a high level of confidence
Providence PatientEverything was very great with this provider.
Providence PatientCaring, knowledgeable, patient and thorough. Excellent manner
Providence PatientAlways quick and good phone contact to explain results of a test.
Providence PatientEverything was as good as it could have been.
Providence PatientEverything about our care is and always has been excellent.
Providence PatientDr Natterson is the kind of physician I wish I had for all of my doctors
Providence PatientSuperb. The BEST
Providence PatientTerrific! Thoughtful, understanding and knowledgeable.
Providence PatientPaul Natterson is an outstanding MD and personality.
Providence PatientGood experience
Providence PatientDr Natterson and his staff are the best!
Providence PatientDr. Natterson and staff have always gone the extra mile for me.
Providence PatientWe have been seeing Dr. Natterson for years. He is caring, professional & very familiar with our medical records. We are fortunate to have him.
Providence PatientDr. Natterson is the best!
Providence PatientDr. Natterson is an extraordinary physician. I trust him completely to ensure that I get the best possible care for my condition. He is also friendly, kind, attentive, responsive and generally outstanding.
Providence PatientOn a 1-10 SCALE DR NATTERSON AN 11 what every DOCTOR SHOULD BE
Providence PatientDr. Natterson is a committed physician. He is there when you need him and goes the extra mile to see that I get what Is needed, when I need It. An excellent human being.
Providence PatientDr. Natterson is an exceptional doctor. He is smart, kind and easy to speak with.
Providence PatientHe is an amazing physician who cares about his patients , is easy to talk to and is the best of the best.
Providence PatientDr. Paul Natterson is the most caring, knowledgeable, kind, and skilled doctor I have ever had. He was incredibly attentive, thorough, explained everything, spoke to me like a human being, and reduced my anxiety 100x. His followup was timely, helpful, and complete. I cannot say enough good things about my experience with Dr. Natterson and am grateful he is my doctor.
Providence PatientDr Natterson responded to an email while driving to the office, pulled over to the side of the road to read an EKG I sent from my watch and met me in his office by 8 30 am. I would say that's extraordinary!!
Providence PatientAlways the best of care
Providence PatientDr Natterson and his team are excellent!
Providence PatientDr. Natterson is an exceptional doctor and person! He is the best in his field. I have never met another doctor who cares about his patients as much as he does! I cannot say enough wonderful praises for him!
Providence PatientDr. Natterson is in a league of his own. He's incredibly thorough, thoughtful and genuinely caring.
Providence PatientDr. Natterson is an excellent doctor. He is thorough, knowledgeable, caring, and kind. He makes you feel comfortable and puts you at ease when you might feel nervous or worried. Dr. Natterson is an excellent asset [...] and I feel very lucky yo have him as my doctor.
Providence PatientDr. Natterson listened carefully and offered excellent advice and care. Top grade.
Providence PatientDr. Paul Natterson is one of the most knowledgable, kind, and compassionate doctors I've ever met.
Providence PatientWonderful compassionate man!
Providence PatientDr. Natterson has always spent a generous amount of time and attention to every visit. He takes the time to explain and follow up any procedures. I have referred everyone I know how had heart issues. He is the best, and his staff is too.
Providence PatientOutstanding, over the top amazing care, understanding and expertise.
Providence PatientAlways have received the very best service from this provider.
Providence PatientPaul Natterson is an exceptional doctor!! I wouldn't go to anyone else for a cardiologist!!
Providence PatientDr. Natterson and his office are excellent!
Providence PatientDr. Natterson is an excellent physician, very knowledgeable, very courteous & very caring & attentive.
Providence PatientDr. Natterson is a caring good doctor. He listens!! I would recommend him to everyone.
Providence PatientI got excellent care!!
Providence PatientDr. Natterson is "the best of the best". He is an example of what every physician should be. The whole staff at the office was thorough & friendly and professional. I would recommend without hesitation.
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