Velinda Paranal MD

Velinda Paranal, MD

Family Medicine

Accepting New Patients

About Velinda Paranal, MD

Velinda J. Paranal, MD is a native of Los Angeles, California, and she has loved practicing Family Medicine in Santa Monica for over 20 years now. Although she has historically treated patients of all ages, she now specializes in adult care. Besides treating patients, she is also the Director of the Scribe Program for Santa Monica Family Physicians. She promotes office visits that combine high-tech efficiency with a doctor who knows you.   

After earning a B.S. in Biological Sciences from Stanford University in California, Dr. Paranal worked as an environmental educator and a comprehensive science high school teacher. After she got married, she moved to the Midwest and received her medical degree from the Ohio State University College of Medicine in Columbus. She then 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. Paranal is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.  

Dr. Paranal enjoys playing the Ukulele, yoga, and hiking. She also enjoys aviation with her family. Her philosophy is to share her knowledge skills with those who need them most. She recently volunteered on an educational mission to Ethiopia, building a rural school and supporting leadership training for government officials.   

Provider has been always there and available when needed. Genuinely interested in good care for patients, and knows patients by file history as well as background, and heart. very caring. what I like as well, is the good medical care with thought (sometimes, a wellness thought,, out of the box is what is needed), wich works well for me. Definitely not an overprescriber of drugs kind of Medical Provider. That is what I like.

Real Patient

Education

Medical School
Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, OH

Internship
Providence St. John’s Health Center, Santa Monica, CA

Residency
Santa Monica-UCLA Medical Center, Santa Monica, CA

Languages

Spanish

child checkup

Reviews

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  • 4.8
  • 115 Reviews
  • 143 Comments
  • 5
04/13/2024

Very thankful for dr paranl

Providence Patient
  • 5
03/24/2024

Dr. Paranal is an excellent doctor.

Providence Patient
  • 5
03/19/2024

Everyone is very nice !

Providence Patient
  • 5
03/16/2024

Satisfied

Providence Patient
  • 5
02/28/2024

PCP is very warm, caring and friendly. She listens well and seeks to address the issues brought to her. My physician is well informed and open to my opinions on various management options.Takes care to pair me with the specialist for referral that will be the best match. I feel very well cared for.

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  • 4.94
02/20/2024

Dr.Paranol is a very caring and responsive doctor. The only complaint I have is that she often runs late and I oftenHave to wait a long time beyond the scheduled appointment time to see her. But I suspect her lateness is that sheIs generous with her time with all patients.

Providence Patient
  • 4.71
02/19/2024

EXCELLENT

Providence Patient
  • 5
02/13/2024

I trust and respect Dr. Velinda Paranal. She has been my trusted general practitioner for years. She truly listens to me, looks at my records and acts proactively with my health as I age. I have never had a doctor like Dr. Paranal. She cares genuinely and uses her knowledge for my unique situations. She treats me like a unique individual and really LISTENs. I love her. She's one of a kind.

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  • 5
02/04/2024

I feel my overall health is very well taken of

Providence Patient
  • 5
01/26/2024

The experience with the care provider is excellent. Iam very thankful to have care Provider also refer to specialists if necessary.

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