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Dr. Kovar

Primary Care That Makes You Primary

Gerald M. Kovar, MD

Internal Medicine

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Residency

National Health Service Corporation
Winona, MO
Volunteer Physician 1972-1974
Kaiser Hospital/Sunset
Los Angeles, CA
Internal Medicine 1974-1975
UCLA Sepulveda Veterans Hospital
Los Angeles, CA
Internal Medicine 1975-1977

Internship

USC Medical Center
Los Angeles, CA
1971-1972

Medical School

University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
Doctorate of Medicine 1971

Undergraduate

UCLA
Los Angeles, CA
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology 1967

Encino-Tarzana Regional Medical Center

Member:
International Atherosclerosis Society
American Diabetes Association
National Lipid Association
American Medical Association
Volunteer:
Remote Area Medical Volunteer Corps/L.A.
M.E.N.D.

Reading, gardening, float decorating City of Burbank, Tournament of Roses Parade

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly
$500.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,000.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,000.00 each year*

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Dr. Kovar

Meet Gerald M. Kovar, MD


As an internal medicine doctor, my practice is different from traditional primary care because it revolves around you – your health, your goals, your needs. As an MDVIP-affiliated physician, I am able to work as your private doctor with a focus on wellness and prevention to help you as you work to stay as healthy as possible for as long as possible. I have more time to really get to know my patients and provide them with personalized healthcare. Nothing is more rewarding than helping my patients reach their wellness goals.

I have special interests in lipid management, diabetes and atherosclerosis. Affiliated with Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, my practice serves the San Fernando Valley area. including Tarzana, Sherman Oaks, Encino, Reseda, Northridge, Woodland Hills, West Hills, Canoga Park, and the Conejo, Simi & San Gabriel Valleys.

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Primary Care That Makes You Primary

A new healthcare model to suit your lifestyle
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Benefits of joining Dr. Kovar's practice with MDVIP

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MDVIP Wellness Program

Expect comprehensive screenings and tests and a custom wellness plan designed for you.

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Better Doctor-Patient Relationship

97% of MDVIP members are satisfied with their relationship (vs 58% in traditional PCP).

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Same/Next-Day Appointments

See Dr. Kovar quickly and take your time during each appointment.

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Reachable 24/7

Reach Dr. Kovar by phone after-hours and on weekends.

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Smaller Practice Size

MDVIP practices are smaller than most primary care practices, which means your doctor has more time to help you.

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Your Dedicated Doctor

See Dr. Kovar when you go to the office — not someone else like a nurse practitioner or physician assistant

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Travel Benefits

If you need urgent care while traveling, your physician can help arrange your care with a local hospital, pharmacy or doctor.

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Medical Centers of Excellence

For patients who need care beyond what is available locally, MDVIP can connect your doctor with specialists at some of the country’s leading medical institutions

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Better Health Outcomes

Members have better control of chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension.

Frequently Asked Questions

Doctors who operate in the MDVIP models typically see far fewer patients than traditional primary care doctors. That gives them more time to develop deeper doctor-patient relationships that can lead to better outcomes. They can also offer conveniences that most primary care doctors can’t, including same- and next-day appointments. They’re available after hours for urgent matters. And they have time to focus on prevention. That focus begins with the MDVIP Wellness Program, which patients pay for with their annual membership fee.

Most MDVIP-affiliated primary care practices accept insurance (your physician can tell you whether they accept your specific insurance plan). Your annual fee pays for preventive care medical services that insurance usually doesn’t cover (e.g., advanced diagnostic testing and screenings). Your MDVIP-affiliated physician will continue to bill your insurance and charge copays, co-insurances and deductibles as he or she currently does for other medical services like sick visits.

MDVIP makes wellness and prevention easier by providing your physician with innovative tools and technology. MDVIP supports your physician’s practice and seeks to eliminate barriers to a positive healthcare experience. Your doctor will determine whether and how to incorporate these tools at his/her discretion.

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly
$500.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,000.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,000.00 each year*

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Testimonials from patients of Gerald M. Kovar, MD

Dr Kovar saved me from Hep C

from timothy in CA • March 12, 2020
Dr Kovar saved me from Hep C . In 2008 he discovered a high iron content in my body. It was checked and I had Hep C. Thank god for Dr Kovar. Yeeeeeeeaaaaa.


Attention to detail

from Marshall in CA • March 10, 2020
I have been a patient of Dr. Gerald Kovar for many years. He has seen me through a series of major medical events including aortic stenosis which required an
an AVR. Close to five years ago, although I was never a smoker a lingering cough developed. Dr. Kovar followed me closely and a diagnosis of an adenocarcinoma involving two segments of my right lung was established requiring resection Read more...

40 Years Strong

from Jack in CA • March 10, 2020
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It's more than amazing to me to have known Dr. Kovar for 40 years now. Dr. Kovar is the greatest and has seen me through a number of kidney stones and other health issues, taking care of each with ease and comfort. I've become stronger and healthier with Dr. Kovar's close attention to details, proper care, all my test levels/analysis, and communicating effectively each report. Read more...

Thorough, Compassionate, forward thinking and Accessible

from Herb in CA • March 5, 2020
Dr, Kovar always seems interested in seeing the whole patient, not just the medical aspects. His exams are thorough. He then discusses the results and explains their meaning. I have never found any other doctor in whom I feel so confident.

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Locations & Hours

Primary Office

18401 Burbank Boulevard Suite 112
Tarzana, CA 91356

call 818.774.9225

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Hours

Mon 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tue 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wed 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thu 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual, and annual payments.

Quarterly
$500.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,000.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,000.00 each year*

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