A doctor who has time for you.
Primary care for adults, led by Sona Hurtz, MD. Unhurried visits, a physician who knows you, and an optional membership for easier access.
Joining the list is free and commits you to nothing. We will contact you when scheduling opens.
Dr. Sona Hurtz
I believe good medicine begins with listening.
Every patient deserves time to share their concerns, clear answers to their questions, and a physician who sees them as a whole person.
My path in medicine began at UCLA, where I earned my bachelor’s degree in neuroscience and later worked in Alzheimer’s disease research, publishing under my maiden name, Sona Babakchanian. I earned my medical degree at Drexel University in Pennsylvania and completed my internal medicine residency at Cooper University Hospital in New Jersey.
Returning home to Los Angeles, I joined UCLA as an internal medicine physician. Caring for my patients and earning their trust, reflected in consistently outstanding patient reviews, has been one of the most rewarding parts of my career.
As a mother and a physician who cares deeply about her community, I founded Hurtz Medical to offer the kind of care I would want for my own family: thoughtful, personal, and grounded in evidence. My goal is to give you the time and attention you deserve, understand what matters most to you, and work together on a plan that supports your health at every stage of adulthood.
- Board-certified in internal medicine
- B.S. in Neuroscience, UCLA
- M.D., Drexel University
- Internal Medicine Residency, Cooper University Hospital
- Internal medicine physician at UCLA before founding Hurtz Medical
- Speaks English and Armenian
Healthcare the way it should be
Primary care for adults, from one physician who knows your history. You do not need a membership to be a patient here.
Primary care
A regular physician for everyday medical needs, new symptoms, and the questions that come up in between.
Preventive visits
Annual physicals, age-appropriate screening, immunizations and bloodwork, reviewed with you.
Chronic conditions
Ongoing management of conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, thyroid disease and high cholesterol.
Same-day concerns
Illnesses and new problems that need attention now rather than in three weeks.
Referrals and results
Specialists, imaging and labs arranged through the practice, with results explained to you.
Medications
Prescriptions and refills managed by the physician who knows your history.
Medical services are billed to Medicare or your health plan when the service is covered, or to you directly. They are separate from the membership fee.
Simple, transparent pricing
Membership is a choice, not a requirement. It adds easier access and help with everything around your visits. It does not change the medical care you receive.
Appointment times held for members
We keep slots open for members and try to see you the same day or the next business day.
Longer visits
Members are scheduled in 30 or 60 minute blocks where the visit suits it.
One person to call
A named contact at the office for scheduling, paperwork and other non-urgent questions.
Your records, gathered
We collect records from your previous doctors, organize them, and send them where you need them.
Help finding specialists
We identify specialists and facilities, and help you get appointments booked.
Health summary and resources
Your history, medications and providers kept in one place, plus wellness and nutrition materials.
Annual
Paid once a year. Saves $40 compared with paying monthly.
Join annually Join the waiting listGood to know. Membership renews automatically until you cancel. You can cancel at any time, and we refund the unused part of a prepaid year.
Membership is not health insurance and does not pay for medical care. Visits, tests and treatment are billed separately, and your plan's copays, deductibles and coinsurance still apply.
Benefits are administrative and depend on availability and on what is clinically appropriate. Full terms are in the Membership Agreement, which you review and sign before joining.
Three simple steps
Becoming a patient at Hurtz Medical is straightforward.
- 01
Join the waiting list
Leave your name and contact details. It takes about a minute.
- 01
Make an appointment
Choose a time in our online schedule, or call the office.
- 02
Come in
Bring your insurance card, a photo ID and a list of your medications.
- 03
Decide about membership
Join if you want the added access, before or after your first visit. Or never.
Find us in Glendale
Glendale, CA 91208
Near USC Verdugo Hills Hospital. Parking is available in the building at no charge.
9 am to 12 pm and 2 pm to 5 pm
Closed Saturday and Sunday.
Insurance we accept
- Medicare
- Anthem Blue Cross
- Aetna
- Blue Shield of California
- Cigna
- Health Net
- UnitedHealthcare
- Self-pay
Coverage varies by plan. Call us with your member ID and we will confirm yours before your visit.
If you are having a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Be first to hear when we open
Add your name to the waiting list and we will contact you as soon as scheduling opens. It is free, and you decide later whether membership is for you.
Join the waiting list