What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.32
Average wait time
4.36
Bedside manner
4.14
“If you want to look and feel better, Dr Koudsi is your woman! She will not do what she sees will not enhance your appearance. And, I think she's lovely. The girls in the office always remember you and are always willing to help.”
Arleen E.July 21, 2016
“The Dr was very nice and comfortable to get along with. I with she would have been more thourough in my exam though. I went to get my skin checked for cancer and I stated that. When she didn't check my body I asked her to please check. Her reply was on sure, I will if you'd like me too.
I've never been to a dermatologist before so maybe that's a normal behavior? I did like her though. I wasn't really impressed by the staff, they were not very personable, rarely smiled or talked. But business wise, I got in and got out ”
Kimberly A.June 12, 2014
About Dr. Hala Koudsi
Dr. Koudsi is a dermatologist who performs the most advanced and latest techniques in Medical, Surgical & Cosmetic Dermatology. She trained in dermatology with a fellowship at UCLA and has also attended the internal medicine program at the University of Southern California (USC).
Dr. Koudsi is a member of the American Academy of Dermatology, American Society of Dermatology Surgeons, California Society of Dermatology and Dermatology Surgery, The Los Angeles Metropolitan Dermatology Society, International Society of Dermatologic Surgery, International Society of Dermatology And South Bay Independent Physicians. She is also on staff at Torrance Memorial Hospital and Little Company of Mary Hospital and has been practicing dermatology in the South Bay for over 30 years.
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Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Benign or precancerous skin growths
Removal of cancerous skin growth
Psoriasis
Benign or precancerous skin growths
Removal of cancerous skin growth
Psoriasis
Office locations
1 of 2
Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- Little Company of Mary Hospital - Torrance
- Torrance Memorial Medical Center
Education and training
- Medical School - University of Damascus Faculty of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
- University of California, Los Angeles (Residency)
- University of Southern California, Externship in Medicine
- University of California, Los Angeles, Fellowship in Dermatology
- University of California, West Los Angeles Veterans Affairs Hospital, Residency in Dermatology
Professional memberships
- American Academy of Dermatology
- California Society of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery
- International Society of Dermatology
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1912097775
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.32
Wait time
4.36
Bedside manner
4.14
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Dr. Koudsi was fast, thorough, and informative. I was seen promptly and was in and out without feeling rushed.
January 20, 2012Initials hidden
Great doctor! Very friendly! Appointments made easy and I am very pleased with my visit.
September 19, 2011MA
The staff are very friendly. The doctor is very nice and very detail.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Front desk receptionist was very friendly and comforting.
More than 1 year agoLupe G.Verified patient
Great doctor and staff. I would highly recommend.
December 8, 2017Anthony S.Verified patient
If you want to look and feel better, Dr Koudsi is your woman! She will not do what she sees will not enhance your appearance. And, I think she's lovely. The girls in the office always remember you and are always willing to help.
July 21, 2016Arleen E.Verified patient
I have visited couple of times, always was waited between 30 to 60 mins and the treatment will be done with in 5-10 mins. I was unsatisfied with treatment because they are not caring about patient and the doctor comes so hurry and send back within 5 mins after all made me to wait quiet long time and not even completely listening to patient problem.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
She immediately took out a mole on my stomach without consulting me on the procedure or the cost. It left a permanent mark on my stomach despite her instructions to clean and disinfect it afterwards. She then tried to pressure me into getting a deep cleaning procedure by someone who comes into her office that cost more than twice as much compared to others in the area who do the same procedure professionally. She also told me I needed to buy products that were only available from her office- a cleanser, a sunscreen, and a dark spot remover. I found the same products online for a fraction of the cost that she was trying to charge me. This doctor is very dishonest and tries to rip you off in as many ways as possible. I'm embarrassed to know that she graduated from my university.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very Professional and Very Patient.
July 7, 2014Reginald G.Verified patient
The Dr was very nice and comfortable to get along with. I with she would have been more thourough in my exam though. I went to get my skin checked for cancer and I stated that. When she didn't check my body I asked her to please check. Her reply was on sure, I will if you'd like me too.
I've never been to a dermatologist before so maybe that's a normal behavior? I did like her though. I wasn't really impressed by the staff, they were not very personable, rarely smiled or talked. But business wise, I got in and got out
June 12, 2014Kimberly A.Verified patient
I spent a longer time in the waiting room than seeing the doctor. The doctor was packed up on her schedule today. She spent less than three minutes with me while she was seeing patients in between. She was quick to tell me that I needed extra treatments without thoroughly analyzing my needs and the experience I had with this office.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Although she sounded as though knowledgeable, I felt at times I was stuck in a QVC performance for hair loss products. Did not feel heard and was not allowed to ask all the questions I needed answered. The wait was extremely long; one of the persons in the waiting room actually left after 40 minutes wait. I was on pain and needed help, so desperate. I stayed unfortunately.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Koudsi is very informative and helpful. She is very knowledgeable and always treats me with respect. Highly recommend!!
September 19, 2011MA
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Which hospital is Dr. Hala Koudsi affiliated with?
Dr. Hala Koudsi is affiliated with Little Company of Mary Hospital - Torrance and Torrance Memorial Medical Center.
What practice does Dr. Hala Koudsi work with?
Dr. Hala Koudsi works with Hala Koudsi, MD.
Where is Dr. Hala Koudsi's office located?
Dr. Hala Koudsi has 2 office locations, including in Torrance and San Pedro, view full addresses on Dr. Koudsi's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Hala Koudsi?
Dr. Hala Koudsi frequently sees patients for Acne, Allergy Consultation, Annual Skin Screening, Dermatology Consultation, and Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI). You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Hala Koudsi on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Hala Koudsi speak?
Dr. Hala Koudsi speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Hala Koudsi in reviews?
22 patients have reviewed Dr. Hala Koudsi. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.32/5. They have a 4.14/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.36/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.