About Seth J. Lichtenstein, MD
Dr. Seth Lichtenstein is a Consultant Cardiologist who joined Pacific Heart in 2022. Dr. Lichtenstein is board certified in Adult Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, Cardiac Computed Tomography, and Internal Medicine. He has authored numerous publications in multi-modality imaging. His expertise and additional interests are in cardiac imaging.
Dr. Lichtenstein was born and raised in Oradell, NJ. He graduated Cum Laude from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ with a B.A in Biological Sciences. He received his M.D from Rutgers University- The New Jersey Medical School in Newark, NJ. He completed his internship and residency in Internal Medicine from Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL. He completed his Cardiovascular Disease fellowship at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in Torrance, CA. During his ¬final year of training, Dr. Lichtenstein served as Chief Cardiology Fellow.
He provides a wide range of cutting edge services and above all, he believes in treating the person, not just the disease.
Medical Service
Heart & VascularClinical Interests
Non-invasive cardiologyPreventative cardiology
Echocardiography
Cardiac imaging
Valvular heart disease
Locations
2001 Santa Monica Blvd.,
Suite 280W,
Santa Monica,
CA
90404
(310) 829-7678
2001 Santa Monica Blvd.,
Suite 360W,
Santa Monica,
CA
90404
8631 West 3rd St.,
Suite 610E,
Los Angeles,
CA
90048
(310) 829-7678
Education
Medical School
Rutgers University, The New Jersey Medical School
Internship
Rush University Medical Center
Residency
Rush University Medical Center
Fellowship
Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Languages
- 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 PPO
- Blue Shield of CA Medicare Advantage
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna PPO
- Coventry/First Health PPO
- Health Net HMO
- Health Net PPO
- HealthSmart (Interplan) PPO
- Humana Medicare
- Multiplan PPO
- Oscar EPO
- SCAN Medicare Advantage
- TriCare
- United HealthCare PPO
- United Healthcare HMO
- United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
- Vivity by Anthem Blue Cross
- Pacific Heart Institute
Hospital Affiliation
- Providence Saint John’s Health Center
Board Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease
- American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine
When he is not in the office or hospital, he loves weight training, running, basketball, mixed martial arts, mountain biking, hiking, and traveling.
Reviews
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Amazing doctor!
Providence PatientSeth listens well and communicates clearly and in a positive tone.
Providence PatientDr. Lichtenstein is a patient listener who takes care to always answer my questions in an understandable way. I wish he were not leaving for another practice. I have faith in what he says and does for my health and wish him the very best. His patients are really lucky to have him.
Providence PatientIt's great
Providence PatientHe is the best! I am very sad that he is leaving the group.
Providence PatientGreat
Providence PatientI am very pleased with the service I've been receiving from my current doctors. They seem focused on providing the best service. Some of the office staffs need to be more friendly and welcoming,
Providence PatientI'm in good hands
Providence PatientKnowledgeable, easy going, available.
Providence PatientThis provider it's listening to you and acts accordingly to give you the best care!
Providence PatientExcellent doctor.
Providence PatientDr Lichtenstein and his team are incredibly talented, competent, thorough and kind.
Providence PatientExcellent care!!!
Providence PatientInformative, knowledgeable,l intenstive,lively,a pleasure to talk with.
Providence PatientInformative and very relatable
Providence PatientDr Lichtenstein was very attentive, extremely knowledgeable, and easy to talk to. It was as if we had known each other for years and had already established a cordial relationship. He listened to my questions and thoughts and stressed then all thoroughly and in a way that was easy to digest. I hope that we can continue our Dr-patient relationship. Truly an outstanding physician.
Providence PatientVery professional and explained my case in easy terms. The only issue was how far in advance I needed to schedule an appointment (~3 months out).
Providence PatientGreat doctor
Providence PatientGreat experience with the Doctor
Providence PatientReally liked Seth Lichtenstein. He went out of his way to explain things to me.
Providence PatientDr Seth was extremely good and easy to talk with.
Providence PatientThe doctor was extremely helpful and communicative.
Providence PatientDr. Lichtenstein is aces. I always feel heard and cared for and his intelligence is beyond impressive.
Providence PatientIt was challenging to schedule but after stating the importance of an early visit the office was very helpful and found me one.
Providence PatientPunctuality, politeness, perfection! I highly recommend this practice.
Providence PatientDr. Lichtenstein took his time explaining my diagnosis and treatment in detail I could understand.
Providence PatientVery pleased with the service I received.
Providence PatientGreat knowledge and personal skills. Clean and hospitable environment and great team there
Providence PatientOutstanding physician. Listened and ordered what I needed done. Thank you.
Providence PatientSeeing this provider is always a great experience for me. I know he has my health as a priority.
Providence PatientGood follow up to an ongoing condition! Keeps me posted on my condition.
Providence PatientAll good.
Providence PatientGreat
Providence PatientFirst visit with Dr. Lichtenstein and was very impressed. Very happy that he is my cardiologist.
Providence PatientExcellent! A+
Providence PatientDr. Lichtenstein was very professional and was able to assess my condition and we both agreed on a path forward.
Providence PatientDr. Lichtenstein was AMAZING!Best Cardiologist I have ever seen !
Providence PatientThe doctor was patient, friendly, thorough and knowledgeable. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Providence PatientHealth care as it should be. My doc is knowledgeable, considerate, and most importantly, responsive to my needs.
Providence PatientOnly goodDr. Lichtenstein was referred to me by my internist he said I would like him and I did!
Providence PatientThis doctor is outstanding!
Providence PatientDr. Lichtenstein was very thorough in discussing my history in relationship to planned tests.
Providence PatientExcellent care
Providence PatientI got lots of attention and information. I felt the doctor really listened
Providence PatientDr. Lichtenstein is extremely knowledgeable, kind and courteous.
Providence PatientWent in for a pre op. Dr Lichtenstein was great.
Providence PatientI am very satisfied with Doctor Lichtenstein, he took his time to explain about my heart.
Providence PatientExcellent
Providence PatientThis was an extremely good experience.
Providence PatientI have never been to see a cardiologist, this provider gave me total understanding on my health condition and how my medications I am prescribed help my medical condition I had the appointment for.
Providence PatientI liked my doctor, very much. Listened and was helpful.
Providence PatientThis was a follow up for a stress cardiogram. I was referred to Dr. L because of a result of a test my general practitioner gave me that he thought indicated I should see a cardiologist. The stress cardiogram was part of the suite of tests Dr. L gave me to provide a baseline for my heart care. Everything was perfectly professional.
Providence PatientThe office was welcoming and professional and the medical assistant was fantastic. This is my first time seeing this doctor and I'm so glad I was referred to this office.
Providence PatientMy experience with Dr. Lichtenstein and his staff has been excellent. Dr. Lichtenstein is smart, helpful and easy to understand and his staff are courteous and professional.
Providence PatientDr Lichtenstein is not only an exemplary physician but he is also kind, compassionate and thoughtful. I trust him immeasurably!
Providence PatientDr. Lichtenstein is one of my newer cardiologists. As such he is knowledgeable, supportive, helpful, and reachable. I am pleased with him as my doctor.
Providence PatientDr. Lichtenstein was very warm, professional and thorough
Providence PatientDr. Lichstein is excellent in all aspects of cardiology , specifically my particular concerns. I feel that we are in total partnership with my health and other health care providers that see me . I feel I have a medical team, always.
Providence PatientThis was my first appt with Dr Lichtenstein. He was excellent. He was aware of my history, attentive, and answered all of my and my daughter's questions. He and his staff are a credit to your organization.
Providence PatientExcellent experience
Providence PatientThis time very good. Last time the admin was terrible. Curt, confusing, twisting facts, etc. And I always have positive experiences with people. Fortunately this most recent time he was polite, clear and cooperative. I guess we all can have a bad day :))
Providence PatientAll good
Providence PatientMy provider it's knowledgeable and he is genuinely interested in me getting better over all and I think he is an excellent doctor!
Providence PatientExcellent! Don't change a thing!
Providence PatientAll good
Providence PatientVery satisfied with the care I received.
Providence PatientHe was very relaxed and provided detailed explanations to my questions, reviewed all my medications and s/s of adverse reactions with the solutions.
Providence PatientThe care I experienced was exceptional. Very knowledgeable doctor, who took his time to make sure to provide the best care possible to me.
Providence PatientOver and above what I expected.
Providence PatientNo comment I really appreciate Dr keel he really pay attention to my medical needs thank you I really appreciate him Thank you.
Providence PatientI've never felt more taken care of, respected and comfortable in a physicians office. Dr. Kale and his staff are top notch, he is so smart and kind, and the team so competent, I feel lucky to have this group looking after my health needs. I have definitely referred to a few friends.
Providence PatientI have had very good experience with my primary care physician
Providence PatientLooking forward to having Dr Kehl as my cardiologist
Providence PatientDr Kehl is open and friendly, as is everyone in the bldg. Dr Kehl has spoken to me about new medical things for me to have done that can make my life way better. I'm totally satisfied with him and the whole team.
Providence PatientIn explaining my condition and care needed Dr. Kehl was very clear and made sure I understood what he was explaining.
Providence PatientExcellent guy ! Yea
Providence PatientVery easy to talk to
Providence PatientVery good!
Providence PatientI was extremely pleased with the care I received from Dr. Kehl
Providence PatientI had a very good feeling about this doctor's knowledge and his "bedside manner". He was personable, respectful, a good listener, aware of the issues. This was my first meeting with him, so I can't say much more at this point. I do feel very good about him at this point.
Providence PatientDr Kehl is an outstanding Dr!
Providence PatientI feel relaxed and informed after my visits with Dr Kehl.
Providence PatientThis was my first visit with Dr. Kehl. He was extremely cordial and patient, making me feel very comfortable about asking him all the questions I wanted to ask. His answers were extremelyClear and confidence-inspiring because he gave me very strong research-based reasons to support his recommendations. I could not have been happier with this visit, and I am very, veryhappy that Dr. Kehl has become my cardiologist on an ongoing basis.
Providence PatientThank you. I am very satisfied.
Providence PatientDr. Kehl provided a very pleasant, informative visit. He spent enough time explaining the results of my tests, providing diagnosis and plans to take for me. He answered all my questions and was very friendly and put me at ease.
Providence PatientDr. Kehl listened to this patient and interacted accordingly. He set out a plan of care
Providence PatientExcellent service
Providence PatientExcellent doctor.
Providence PatientDr. Kehl was kind, patient, and thorough. He made me feel completely at ease and helped me understand the potential scope of the problem and next steps.
Providence PatientThis was a first visit to Dr kehl. He was caring and listened to my concerns. A very good visit. Thank you!
Providence PatientExcellent thanks for taking good care of me
Providence PatientVery positive experience. Courteous staff. Visit up to my expectations.
Providence PatientVery respectful,understandable, he really cared about my health issues.
Providence PatientAll good
Providence PatientDr. Kehl listened to me and gave me ample time for the visit.
Providence PatientDoctor put you at ease and was very friendly and gave good explanations.
Providence PatientI feel very lucky to have Dr. Kehl as my cardiologist. He was very nice and very patient with all my questions and concerns. And the staff were all very nice.
Providence PatientI WAS VERY PLEASED WITH THE EXPERTENCE.
Providence PatientALL good!!!!
Providence Patient1st visit. All good
Providence PatientI believe I received excellent care from Dr. Kehl and all staff members.
Providence PatientDr. Kehl is patient and spends enough time with me- the patient. Answered my questions in easy to understand terms.
Providence PatientVery attentive to my needs. Explained what and why he ñeeded to do and say to the rest of the team.
Providence PatientExcellent: caring, attentive, personable, knowledgeable
Providence PatientI arrived early and was seen early by the physician. The doctor spent enough time with me and allowed me to ask questions in a relaxed manner.
Providence PatientExcellent organization of medical records with ease of access
Providence PatientDr. Kehl was friendly, knowledgeable and communicated very well.
Providence PatientVery good
Providence PatientFrom start to finish Dr. Kehl seem to understand my health issue and immediately started making adjustments to medicine and daily routine in order to help alleviate the issue. He is so kind and knowledgeable I feel very confident and secure with the help I'm receiving from him. I even received a phone message for an explanation on some lab results-incredibly kind and thoughtful, he knew I was a little concerned and confused about a few things. This is extra effort and definitely worth mentioning!
Providence PatientThe doctor is very nice, capable and has helped me
Providence PatientVery kind, professional and interested. Ordered preventative tests
Providence PatientDr. Kehl was wonderful. Professional yet friendly and willing to listen. His explanations and comments were easy to understand. I highly recommend Dr. Kehl.
Providence PatientVery good visit
Providence PatientBest care to me ! Good doctor and nice.
Providence PatientI was very pleased with the amount of time Dr kehl spent with me. He made me feel comfortable and confident about my health concern. I feel fortunate that he's now my cardiologist.
Providence PatientNew doctor, first visit, went well.
Providence PatientKnowledgeable doctor who explained everything clearly and removed my fear
Providence Patient