
Belinda Ko, MD
Primary Care Sports Medicine
About Belinda Ko, MD
Belinda Y. Ko, MD, is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and is a fellowship-trained Primary Care Sports Medicine physician.
Dr. Ko grew up in San Jose, California. She is proud to be the first female physician in her family. Her parents immigrated from Taiwan and taught her the value of hard work and perseverance. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from UCSB. She started two new community service clubs when she was at Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine. She spent a month in Nepal as a medical volunteer and learned medical Spanish in Costa Rica. She returned to California for her internship and residency at UCLA Medical Center and her fellowship at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center.
Dr. Ko strives to treat patients of all ages, ethnicities, and backgrounds with compassion and respect. When not in the office, she enjoys cooking, hiking, and reading, especially with her husband and two children. Dr. Ko practiced Sports Medicine for 10 years in the South Bay before joining Providence in Santa Monica. She believes in building a partnership with her patients to lead a healthier lifestyle and improve their quality of life. You do not have to be an athlete to see her; she strives to help anyone with musculoskeletal pain.
I always have a good experience when I see Dr. Ko…her staff is very friendly and courteous and Dr. Ko is always interested in what I have to say…I am always happy to see her.
Real Patient

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Dr. Ko is an excellent doctor. She listens to my concerns and answers my questions in a patient and thorough manner. I feel extremely lucky to have her as a doctor.
Providence PatientDr. Ko consistently provides excellent care, listens to my concerns, and answers any questions in a clear and thorough manner.
Providence PatientI think Dr. Ko is going to figure out what is wrong with me. She is great.
Providence PatientThank you for asking. Dr Belinda is very good.
Providence PatientDr. Ko has always been a delight. Her knowledge is impeccable, and her approach to care is both compassionate and thorough. She takes the time to listen to her patients, explain diagnoses clearly, and provide thoughtful treatment plans tailored to individual needs. Her professionalism and warm demeanor make every visit a positive experience. I highly recommend Dr. Ko to anyone seeking exceptional medical care.
Providence PatientDr. Ko is very caring and patient. She listens and answers any questions I may have. She takes care of the pain in my hands, which has been a life saver. She always asks to see if I am continuing the exercises for my knees, which I do.
Providence PatientDr. Ko is thorough and caring.
Providence PatientDr. Ko gave my sore hip a thorough inspection, determined that I had bursitis, explained bursitis, gave me a cortisone shot andExercises and further explanations for what I needed to do after the visit.
Providence PatientDr. Ko was very professional, nice and caring, and she gave good, appropriate advice and recommendations for the circumstances.
Providence PatientAlways receive excellent care.
Providence Patient