Dr. Malena LawMD, FACP
Internal Medicine
at Premier Health Partners of Santa Monica — Santa Monica, CA
About
Dr. Malena SC Law has practiced internal medicine in Santa Monica for over 20 years. She earned her M.D. at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, graduating Alpha Omega Alpha. She returned to Los Angeles for her Internal Medicine residency at UCLA, where faculty then invited her to join the David Geffen School of Medicine as an Assistant Clinical Professor. In that role, she taught medical students and Internal Medicine residents until 2015. She holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine and fellowship in the American College of Physicians.
Dr. Law has earned Top Doctor recognition every year from 2015 through 2026, named both as a Top Internist and as Top Doctor in Santa Monica. She received the Top Doctors award for Exceptional Women in Medicine in its inaugural year of 2017 and every year through 2025. She also earned selection to the Southern California Super Doctors list in 2023, 2024, and 2025. Patient satisfaction sites consistently award her five-star ratings. Away from the practice, she shares her passion for food and cooking with family and friends and maintains a dedicated yoga practice alongside her husband Jason and their two sons.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
B.A. in Psychology, Northwestern University
Medical School
M.D., Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine (Alpha Omega Alpha)
Residency
Internal Medicine Residency, UCLA
Additional Training
Assistant Clinical Professor, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Law right for?
Dr. Law is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term primary care physician with deep internal medicine expertise. Patients managing chronic conditions benefit from her thorough, relationship-driven approach. She works well with those who value direct access to their doctor and same-day availability. Adults looking for a physician with a strong preventive care focus and extensive local recognition will find her a natural match.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Law specializes in internal medicine, with a focus on both preventive care and the management of acute and chronic conditions. She brings over 20 years of clinical experience in Santa Monica to every patient relationship.
Yes, Dr. Law holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She also holds fellowship status in the American College of Physicians.
D. from Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, where she graduated Alpha Omega Alpha. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at UCLA and later joined the David Geffen School of Medicine faculty as an Assistant Clinical Professor.
Dr. Law has received Top Doctor recognition every year from 2015 through 2026. She earned the Top Doctors award for Exceptional Women in Medicine from its inaugural year in 2017 through 2025. Southern California Super Doctors also selected her in 2023, 2024, and 2025.
Dr. Law sees adult patients across a broad range of health needs, from annual wellness exams to ongoing management of chronic conditions. Her background in academic medicine means she brings a thorough, evidence-based perspective to every visit.
Yes, Dr. Law served as an Assistant Clinical Professor at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. She taught medical students and Internal Medicine residents in that role until co-founding the practice in 2015.
Dr. Law has practiced internal medicine in Santa Monica for over 20 years. She has deep roots in the local medical community and maintains strong relationships with area specialists for referrals.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026