About
Dr. Pouya Shafipour is a board-certified family medicine physician with subspecialty training in bariatric and obesity medicine. He practices at The Doctors of Saint John's in Santa Monica, California. He studied Molecular and Cell Biology and earned his M.D. from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 2003.
Dr. Shafipour completed a general surgery internship at UC Irvine and a family medicine residency at UCLA. He earned board certification in family medicine in 2008. He pursued advanced training through the American Society of Bariatric Physicians and the Harvard Blackburn Obesity Course. In 2004, a peak performance health and lifestyle coaching conference sparked a personal commitment to sustainable nutrition and daily exercise. That experience shaped his clinical approach directly. Today, Dr. Shafipour uses evidence-based medications alongside dietary, nutritional, behavioral, and exercise counseling to help patients manage obesity and related conditions. He built a structured weight loss and maintenance program around a multi-level, personalized approach to lifestyle transformation.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
UC Berkeley, B.S. Molecular and Cell Biology; Georgetown University, M.S. Physiology and Biophysics
Medical School
Loma Linda University School of Medicine, MD (2003)
Residency
Family Medicine, UCLA
Additional Training
Internship in General Surgery, UC Irvine; Extensive training through American Society of Bariatric Physicians; Harvard Blackburn Obesity Course
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Shafipour right for?
Dr. Shafipour is a strong fit for adults seeking a primary care physician who also addresses weight and metabolic health. Patients managing obesity, excessive weight gain, or weight loss challenges benefit from his integrated clinical approach. He works well with individuals who want a personalized plan combining medical treatment with dietary, behavioral, and exercise guidance. His concierge model suits patients who value direct access to their physician and unhurried appointments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Shafipour specializes in family medicine, preventive medicine, and obesity medicine. He treats patients managing obesity, excessive weight gain, excessive weight loss, and related bariatric conditions. He combines medical therapies with nutritional, behavioral, and exercise counseling for comprehensive care.
Yes. Dr. Shafipour holds board certification in family medicine, which he earned in 2008. He also completed specialized training through the American Society of Bariatric Physicians and the Harvard Blackburn Obesity Course.
Dr. Shafipour earned his M.D. from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 2003. He completed a general surgery internship at UC Irvine and a family medicine residency at UCLA. His graduate studies took place at Georgetown University, where he earned a Master of Science in Physiology and Biophysics.
Dr. Shafipour uses a multi-level, personalized approach to weight management. He combines safe and effective medications with dietary counseling, nutritional guidance, behavioral coaching, and exercise counseling. His program addresses healthy weight loss and includes a structured maintenance plan designed for long-term results.
In 2004, Dr. Shafipour attended a peak performance health and lifestyle coaching conference. That experience led him to personally transform his own nutrition habits and commit to daily exercise. He brought that conviction back to his clinical practice and built a program centered on sustainable lifestyle change.
Yes. Dr. Shafipour incorporates functional medicine alongside family medicine and preventive medicine. His approach looks at root causes and lifestyle factors rather than treating symptoms in isolation.
Dr. Shafipour provides an Annual Comprehensive Screening Exam as the cornerstone of his concierge program. This in-depth exam goes beyond a standard physical. He uses the results to build a personalized wellness plan for each patient.
Doctor profile last updated November 1, 2026