About
Dr. Jodi Spangler earned her undergraduate degree in Human Biology and Society from UCLA with honors, as a member of the Institute for Society and Genetics. She went on to complete her medical degree at the University of Washington School of Medicine and her family medicine residency at Kaiser. A Southern California native, she returned to the region to practice close to home.
Dr. Spangler brings a broad perspective to primary care, shaped by disaster relief work following earthquakes in Haiti and Nepal. She has spoken publicly on wellness and ecology and led community health projects. She holds a strong belief that good healthcare feels personal, unhurried, and rooted in relationship. She is a mother of two and enjoys surfing, gardening, and everyday adventures with her puppy.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
UCLA, Human Biology & Society, graduated with honors, Institute for Society & Genetics
Medical School
University of Washington School of Medicine
Residency
Kaiser, Family Medicine
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Spangler right for?
Dr. Spangler is a strong fit for patients who value a personal, relationship-driven approach to primary care. Adults and families seeking preventive care and chronic disease management benefit from her broad clinical background. Patients who appreciate a doctor with deep community roots and a whole-person perspective will find her approach resonant. Her focus on unhurried visits suits those who want time and attention on every appointment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Spangler specializes in family medicine, primary care, and preventive medicine. She provides care across a wide range of patient needs, from annual physicals and well-woman exams to chronic disease management. Her training at the University of Washington School of Medicine and her Kaiser residency give her a strong generalist foundation.
Dr. Spangler earned her medical degree at the University of Washington School of Medicine. She completed her family medicine residency at Kaiser. Before medical school, she studied Human Biology and Society at UCLA, graduating with honors as a member of the Institute for Society and Genetics.
Dr. Spangler holds a strong belief that good healthcare should feel personal and rooted in relationship. Her work in disaster relief following earthquakes in Haiti and Nepal deepened her commitment to community-centered care. She also led community health projects and has spoken publicly on wellness and ecology.
Yes, preventive care is a core part of Dr. Spangler's practice. She conducts annual physicals, well-woman exams, and preventive screenings for her patients. Her background in Human Biology and Society informs a whole-person approach to keeping patients healthy over the long term.
Dr. Spangler practices at Halcyon Health Direct Primary Care in Irvine, California. Prospective patients can contact the practice directly to confirm availability and learn about membership options.
Dr. Spangler believes healthcare should feel personal, unhurried, and grounded in a genuine doctor-patient relationship. She brings that belief to every visit, taking time to understand each patient's full context. Her disaster relief experience and community health work reinforce her commitment to accessible, relationship-driven medicine.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026