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Dr. Sasan Massachi is a board-certified internal medicine specialist located in Beverly Hills, CA. His office facilities are equipped with a range of services for men and women including annual physicals, vaccinations, ultrasounds, digital x-rays, bone density scans, and EKG stress tests. Additionally, he offers patients the convenience of an in-house laboratory, ensuring expedited test results for his patients. Preventative care is paramount to Dr. Massachi's practice, as he specializes in the most innovative techniques available through modern medicine today. Additionally, Dr. Massachi assists patients with identifying healthy practices and behaviors to incorporate into their daily lives that can stave off common illnesses. 

 

Dr. Massachi received his undergraduate degree at the University of California, Los Angeles, and attended medical school at the University of California, San Diego. Upon graduating, Dr. Massachi completed his internship and residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. He is credentialed with a California State Medical License and certified with the American Board of Internal Medicine. After graduating in 2010 from his residency program, Dr. Massachi joined the prestigious physicians group at Century City Primary Care, and recently opened a new state of the art office in Beverly Hills. 

 

Additionally, Dr. Massachi remains affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, performing a variety of procedures and overseeing inpatient care. Dr. Massachi's unique personal approach extends absolute courtesy, empathy, discretion, and respect to each of his patients, ensuring you receive foremost care and treatment in a comfortable and stress-free environment. 

 

To schedule an appointment please call 310-553-3013 or visit www.sasanmassachi.com/ and click on the ‘Request Appointment’ button.

After many years of medical practice, my patients have taught me a great deal about what they desire and expect from their primary care physician. I take great pride in practicing in a comfortable, clean, private, state-of-the-art medical office. We are open-minded, empathetic, focused on preventive care and are willing to combine traditional Western medicine with selected alternative therapies to meet our patients needs.

Shaghayegh “Sherri” Tavassoli, DO, is the leading provider and family medicine specialist at Beverly Hills Medical Institute, serving patients in Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, and surrounding areas in west-central Los Angeles County, California. 

 

Dr. Tavassoli graduated with her Bachelor of Science from the University of California, Los Angeles. Shortly after, she earned her Doctor of Osteopathy at the Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, California. She commenced her post-graduate journey through internship, residency, and fellowship in family medicine. 

 

Dr. Tavassoli has a heart and passion for patient care, specifically in preventive family medicine. She sees firsthand how patients, especially those uninsured or underinsured, can struggle to receive proper medical care. With a focus on preventive care, Dr. Tavassoli makes it a personal mission to make herself the “medical home” of her patients. 

 

Practicing preventive medicine helps keep patients healthy and avoid future issues, so visiting Beverly Hills Medical Institute for your physicals, preoperative evaluations, and check-ups is essential. If you are struggling with a chronic condition, Dr. Tavassoli offers chronic disease management to help you manage your symptoms and improve your quality of life. Dr. Tavassoli’s unique, holistic approach to family medicine can help you and your loved ones get and stay healthy.  

 

Dr. Tavassoli is currently a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Osteopathic Association, and the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians. She is fluent in English and Farsi and conversational in Spanish to best serve her patients. 

 

Dr. Tavassoli is excited to welcome patients to the practice to put their care and wellness first. Call the office or book online today to schedule a consultation at Beverly Hills Medical Institute.

Discovering the path to better sleep should be about comfort. That’s why we keep the sleep apnea journey as streamlined as possible—cutting hassle and giving you more time to take your sleep back sooner. We’re also focused on removing stigma and misconceptions. Anyone can discover that they are dealing with sleep apnea. Which is why we believe in making it easier for everyone to get a handle on their sleep health. By improving awareness, understanding, and access to sleep apnea treatment, we can wake up to a world where healthy rest is always within reach.

Pouya Shafipour, MD, in Santa Monica, California, is a board-certified family medicine specialist with subspecialty training in a field of medicine known as bariatric or obesity medicine. He uses safe and effective medications in conjunction with dietary, nutritional, behavioral, and exercise counseling to manage obesity and medical conditions related to excessive weight gain or loss.

After finishing his residency, Dr. Shafipour pursued his passion in obesity treatment. Through extensive training by the American Society of Bariatric Physicians and the prestigious Harvard Blackburn Obesity Course, Dr. Shafipour has developed a program that focuses on healthy weight loss and a well-organized maintenance program. His program results in weight loss and maintenance of a healthy weight through a multi-level, personalized approach to dietary and lifestyle transformation.

Dr. Shafipour received his bachelor’s degree in molecular and cell biology from UC Berkeley, then continued his graduate studies and received a master’s degree in physiology and biophysics from Georgetown University. He later attended Loma Linda University School of Medicine, where he received his MD in 2003. He completed his internship in general surgery at UC Irvine and residency in family medicine at UCLA and became board certified in family medicine in 2008.

During a peak performance health and lifestyle coaching conference in 2004, Dr. Shafipour discovered an interest in lifestyle transformation. Following the conference, he personally took some radical measures and transformed his way of eating and implemented daily exercise into his life.

The impact of this transformation encouraged him to further pursue incorporating the idea of a sustainable, healthy lifestyle into his practice of medicine. Dr. Shafipour continued his training in bariatric medicine by taking courses offered through the American Society of Bariatric Physicians.

Dr. Margaret Shannon M.D.

Dr. Shannon, originally from Massachusetts, resides in Newport Beach, California. She graduated from Georgetown University, Washington DC with a B.S.N. and continued her education at Georgetown Medical School, Washington, DC where she obtained her medical degree. After serving eight years in the Navy in San Diego, California, Dr. Shannon decided to go into private practice. She is the founder of Coastline Dermatology Laser and Medical Center in Newport Beach, CA. Her sincere pride, passion and desire to be one of the best dermatologists possible resulted in the success of a 25+ year practice.

Dr. Shannon is an exceptionally gifted surgeon specializing in Mohs’ Surgery. She also loves the cosmetic side of dermatology and remains educated, trained and certified in all state of the art laser and cosmetic procedures available.
Dr. Shannon spends most of her free time with her son and daughter, the loves of her life. She enjoys watching her daughter’s volleyball and basketball games and encouraging them to make education their priority!

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:
American Academy of Dermatology, Board Certified
American Society of Dermatological Surgery
American Society of Mohs Surgery, Fellow
American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Fellow
Hoag Hospital, Active Staff Member for 25+ yrs

Karen Taylor, MD, FACOG, is a skilled and compassionate gynecologist located in Newport Beach, CA who is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art, patient-centered gynecological care for women of all ages. At her practice next to Fashion Island, Dr. Taylor provides patients with an array of treatment options and medical services including well woman exams, birth control counseling, and treatment options including IUD placement, STD testing, hormone replacement therapy, treatment for menopause issues, diagnosis and management of pelvic pain, depression treatment, mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) therapy, and in-office evaluations and procedures including colposcopy and hysteroscopy. In addition, she’s a leading provider of adolescent gynecology care, helping teens and even preteens  understand their bodies and their health so they can feel more confident and empowered.

Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Taylor completed her undergraduate degree at the University of California, San Diego, followed by completing her medical degree at Tufts University in Boston and her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at University of California, Irvine. Devoted to remaining abreast of current and evolving developments in her field, she maintains active memberships in medical associations including the American Medical Association (AMA) and the Orange County Medical Association (OCMA).

Dr. Taylor is committed to providing individualized care custom-tailored to the needs of the individual patient, helping women of all ages enjoy better health, better futures, and better lives.

Behzad Souferzade, DO, (aka Dr. Soufer) is a leading family medicine doctor at CHAP Med in Sherman Oaks, California. He brings a unique, holistic individualized, patient-partner approach to care. 

Praised for his expert skill and compassionate bedside manner, Dr. Soufer offers comprehensive treatment, management, and preventative care for a wide variety of conditions and diseases, including depression, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, urgent care needs, asthma, and diabetes. He also performs routine screenings, such as pap smears and STD testing.

Dr. Soufer earned a Bachelor of Science in biochemistry at UCLA, followed by a medical degree in osteopathic medicine at Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine (TUCOM). He went on to complete a one-year internship at North Shore-LIJ Health System (now called Northwell Health) and a residency in family medicine at Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital. Due to his exceptional patient care and medical knowledge, Dr. Soufer was appointed Chief Resident and taught both medical students and newly graduated physicians.

Upon completion of his medical training, Dr. Soufer joined the highly-respected, 25-year-old practice of one of his mentors. In addition to treating patients, Dr. Soufer continues to educate medical students as a clinical assistant professor of medicine at Western University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Pomona, California.

As a primary care physician, he has extensive experience in preventive medicine, chronic disease management, urgent care, and care for critically-ill, hospitalized patients. His osteopathic training and vast clinical work has shaped Dr. Soufer’s unique approach for providing individualized, holistic care that considers all aspects of a patient’s well-being: mind, body and spirit. Dr. Soufer takes great pride in the health of his patients and sees himself as a true partner in their wellness.

At his family practice, Dr. Soufer welcomes the opportunity to care for new patients in the Greater Los Angeles area. The office is located in Sherman Oaks, CA, and accepts most major medical insurance plans.

Earning his B.S. in biology from Loyola University Chicago, he then went onto medical school in Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine New York. Dr. Nik moved onto internship and residency at Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital where he met Dr. Soufer. Dr. Nik joined Dr. Soufer as chief residents during their training together. Serving the surrounding community allowed him to hone his skills treating highly acute patients in a level 2 trauma hospital. Dr. Nik now joins Dr. Soufer in their practice in Sherman Oaks. Dr. Nik prides himself in being thorough yet focused in his medical care. He focuses on heart health, cholesterol management, diet and exercise planning, and diabetes management. Dr. Nik embraces new trends in medicine such as implementation of the Mediterranean and ketogenic diets to patients. He looks forward to continuing to serve the Sherman Oaks and surrounding areas of the San Fernando Valley and it’s patients with his robust and evolving medical expertise.

Brigitte Solorzano is a Board Certified Physician Assistant practicing in Internal Medicine - Primary Care. She earned her Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies at Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, California, graduating with highest honors. She obtained her Bachelor's of Science in Biology and a minor Psychology at Mount Saint Mary's University in Los Angeles, CA. As a Physician Assistant, she works in partnership with the physicians at CHAP Med in Sherman Oaks, CA, and she is licensed to fully diagnose and treat a wide variety of acute and chronic illnesses/conditions as well as prescribe medications. Brigitte has experience in our family practice clinic, dealing with preventative care and maintenance, as well as in more acute settings with our skilled nursing facilities and hospitals. Brigitte has a passion for helping her patients feel their best and listening to their concerns while providing evidence-based interventions.

With over 30 years of experience, Jing F. Li, MD. OMD, LAc,  provides holistic, comprehensive, compassionate care to patients in Irvine, California. As the founder and director of Integrative Medical Center, she combines traditional Family Medicine and alternative approaches to offer a wide range of treatment options for specific conditions.

Dr. Li’s passion is promoting health awareness. She strives to provide the least invasive, yet most effective approaches for each patient while educating and empowering individuals to take control of their health.

She received her medical training in both conventional Western and Eastern medicine in China and the United States. She is a board-certified family physician and licensed acupuncturist. She is also a Diplomat of the American Academy of integrative Pain Management and is affiliated with St. Joseph Hospital and health system in Orange County.

Dr. Li shares her passion with the community and has been a frequent speaker in the field of integrative and alternative medicine at local hospitals and multimedia events. As a family doctor with a dedication to seeing the whole picture of a patient’s health, she emphasizes treatments that improve all aspects of well-being.