Los Angeles Primary Care | Blood Pressure, Diabetes, Cholesterol, Skin |
Primary Care Overview
High Blood Pressure Treatment in Los Angeles
Manage your blood pressure and protect your heart — with a personalized, whole-person approach.
High blood pressure (hypertension) affects nearly half of U.S. adults, and many don’t know they have it. At Be Well Berlin, we follow the latest ACC/AHA guidelines, which define high blood pressure as:
- Stage 1: 130–139 / 80–89 mmHg
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Stage 2: ≥140 / ≥90 mmHg
- Regular home blood pressure tracking — we’ll teach you how
- Lifestyle support (nutrition, exercise, stress, and sleep)
- Medications when needed — often using low-dose combination therapy (e.g., ACE/ARB + thiazide or calcium channel blocker) as combination therapy is more effective and prone to less side effects than maximizing out a single agent
- We avoid outdated race-based prescribing — combination therapy is effective across all populations
💡 Note: Some blood pressure medications require routine labs (like potassium or kidney function). We’ll help you get affordable bloodwork locally and stay on top of your health safely.
Telehealth appointments available statewide — Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Sacramento, Santa Barbra, Palm Springs, Ventura, and rural California. Most major insurance plans accepted
Clear guidance, compassionate care, and treatment that works for your life.
Managing diabetes doesn’t have to be overwhelming — we help you understand your numbers, medications, and what you want from your care. We follow the latest American Diabetes Association (ADA) guidelines, including:
- Fasting blood sugar goal: 80–130 mg/dL
- 2-hour post-meal goal: under 180 mg/dL
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A1c goals are tailored to you, but if your A1c is above 9%, the ADA recommends starting insulin or a GLP-1 receptor agonist like Ozempic or Mounjaro. Why?
Because it helps bring your blood sugar down quickly and safely, reducing the risk of long-term complications.
That said, we always work with your comfort level — and never pressure anyone into treatments they’re not ready for.
We prioritize newer, safer medications
We typically avoid older drugs like sulfonylureas (glipizide, glimepiride), which:
- Increase the risk of low blood sugar
- May have negative effects on the heart
- Are harder to manage with modern, flexible lifestyles
- We'll help you track your sugars, adjust your treatment, and move toward better energy, fewer symptoms, and real peace of mind — all via secure telehealth throughout Alaska. Medicaid and private insurance accepted.
- ⚠️ Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) can happen — especially if you're on mealtime insulin or sulfonylureas.
We’ll teach you the 15-15-15 rule:
Eat 15g of fast-acting carbs, wait 15 minutes, and recheck.
If your blood sugar is above 70, eat a balanced meal.
If it remains below 70, repeat or call 911 if symptoms worsen.
We treat the whole person — mental health, trauma history, and body diversity are respected here.
Cholesterol Management For Heart Health
Protect your heart with testing, lifestyle support, and medication when it’s needed.
Whether you’re trying to avoid a heart attack or stroke, or just want to better understand your labs, we’re here to help. We order comprehensive lipid panels and use ASCVD risk calculators to guide decisions — not scare you.
Cholesterol treatment is often based on your estimated 10-year risk of a heart attack:
- If your risk is above 5–7.5%, we may recommend starting a medication (like a statin) — especially if you have other risk factors.
- We’ll walk you through what your numbers mean, not just hand you a printout.
Treatment options include:
- Lifestyle and dietary changes (yes, even small ones help)
- Medications when appropriate — like statins, ezetimibe, bempedoic acid, repatha
- Ongoing lab monitoring and medication adjustments — coordinated fully by telehealth
🔍 What if your “bad” cholesterol (LDL) is really high?
- If your LDL is over 160, that’s significantly elevated. In these cases, we may recommend a CT Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) scan — a painless, low-radiation test that shows whether cholesterol is already building up in your arteries.
- If your LDL is over 190, we consider the possibility of familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) — a genetic condition where the body can’t clear cholesterol normally. We’ll talk through next steps and make sure you get the care you need.
Worried About Statin Side Effects? We’ve Got Options.
Some people experience muscle aches, fatigue, or other side effects when taking statins — and that’s valid. We take statin intolerance seriously and work with you to find an approach that supports your heart without making you feel worse.Here’s how we can manage statin sensitivity:
- Switching to less lipophilic statins, like rosuvastatin or pitavastatin which may cause fewer side
- Repletion of Vitamin D
- Using lower or alternate-day dosing, especially for patients who only need modest LDL reduction
- Adding non-statin medications like ezetimibe or bempedoic acid when statins aren’t tolerated
- No lectures, no judgment. Just thoughtful, personalized support to keep you strong — wherever you are in California. Most private insurances accepted or membership options for $100/Month.
Skin Care for Acne, Rashes, and Eczema
Dermatology-style care for acne, eczema, rashes, and more — statewide in California.
Skin issues are one of the most common reasons people seek care — and you don’t need to wait months for a specialist or drive hours for a prescription. We offer fast, judgment-free telehealth care that’s personalized to your skin, your goals, and your lifestyle.
Common conditions we treat:
- Acne & Rosacea – including hormonal acne, adult-onset, and options beyond topicals (like oral meds or spironolactone)
- Eczema & Dermatitis – support for sensitive or inflamed skin, including flares worsened by stress or weather
- Chronic Rashes & Itching – help identifying triggers and relief options
- Fungal Infections – athlete’s foot, ringworm, nail fungus, and more
- Scalp & Hair Concerns – dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, and mild hair loss (PRP and advanced treatments available in CA)
Treatment may include:
- Topical creams, antibiotics, antifungals, or barrier-repair options
- Oral medications for moderate to severe acne or resistant infections
- Hormonal therapies when appropriate (e.g., for PCOS-related acne)
- Low-cost generics mailed to your home when possible
We also offer refills for medications like tretinoin or help starting prescription skincare from scratch — with no shame, just support.
Private insurance accepted or $100/Month membership models available. Telehealth available statewide — Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Sacramento, Santa Barbra, Palm Springs, Ventura, and rural California
Primary Care Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do you offer primary care in West Hollywood?
A: Yes. We provide comprehensive primary care in West Hollywood, and California statewide via telehealth— including Los Angeles, San Diego, Santa Barbara, Ventura, San Francisco, Palm Springs. We manage blood pressure, diabetes, cholesterol, skin conditions, and more.
Q: Can you prescribe medications like Ozempic, Mounjaro, or blood pressure medications online?
A: Yes. If medically appropriate and safe, we can prescribe GLP-1 receptor agonists, insulin, antihypertensives, statins, and more. We follow current ADA and ACC/AHA guidelines and ensure labs are monitored appropriately.
Q: Do I need labs or tests for diabetes, cholesterol, or blood pressure medications?
A: Yes. Many medications — like metformin, statins, ACE inhibitors, ARBs, and GLP-1s — require lab monitoring such as kidney function, liver enzymes, or A1c levels. We’ll help you find affordable labs near you and coordinate everything remotely.
Q: What if I’ve had side effects from statins or diabetes medications in the past?
A: We take medication intolerance seriously. If you’ve had muscle aches on statins, we may try less lipophilic options or alternate-day dosing. For diabetes, we prioritize newer medications with lower risk of hypoglycemia and better heart protection.
Q: Can you help with home blood pressure monitoring?
A: Yes. We’ll teach you how to check your blood pressure accurately at home, when to record readings, and how those numbers guide treatment. Home monitoring is essential for safe and effective hypertension care through telehealth.
Q: Can you treat skin conditions like acne or eczema online?
A: Yes. We treat acne, rosacea, eczema, fungal infections, rashes, and more — all via telehealth. Treatment may include topical medications, oral therapies, or hormone-based options when appropriate.
Q: What insurances do you accept?
A: We are in-network with Medicare part B, Cigna, Aetna, United, pending Blue Shield of California. If we are out-of-network, we can provide a superbill for you to submit to your insurance. We also offer $100/Month membership options.
Q: How do I book an appointment?
A: You can book online through our website. We offer same-week availability and help you get started with labs, prescriptions, and follow-up care — all from the comfort of your home.