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Neda Black, MD, FAAD, is a highly-regarded and well-trained double board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained dermatopathologist focusing on medical and cosmetic dermatology. She sees patients at California Dermatology and Mohs Surgery Specialists in Pasadena, California. Having practiced in the Pasadena area for nearly a decade, she is a renowned dermatologist and a beloved member of the community, and she has been selected to Pasadena Magazine’s Top Doctors, Los Angeles Magazine’s Top Doctors, and Best of the Best Top Doctors several years in a row.

After graduating with high honors from the University of California, Berkeley, with degrees in both molecular & cell biology and public health, Dr. Black earned her medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California. Here, she was elected valedictorian for achieving the highest academic achievements of her medical school class. She received numerous other accolades and awards, including Highest Distinction, the American Medical Women’s Association Academic Achievement Award, the American Medical Association Clinical Award, and the American Medical Association Research Award. She was also inducted into the prestigious national medical honor society, Alpha Omega Alpha, widely considered the most prestigious award in medical school.

Dr. Black subsequently completed her residency training in dermatology at the University of Southern California, where she was elected to serve as Chief Resident of the program. Here she received extensive and in-depth training in all aspects of medical, surgical, cosmetic, and pediatric dermatology. After residency, she went on to complete a prestigious fellowship in dermatopathology under the direction of Loren Golitz, MD, at the University of Colorado Denver. This extra training has allowed her to develop special expertise in the microscopic diagnosis of skin cancer and skin disease.

Dr. Black has published numerous peer-reviewed articles in journals such as the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology and JAMA Dermatology. Her research generally focuses on skin cancer prevention and melanoma detection, and it has been frequently cited in the popular press, such as NPR, BBC News, Forbes, Huffington Post, and Medscape. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and a fellow of the American Society of Dermatopathology. She is also on the medical staff at Huntington Hospital.

Dr. Black feels privileged to have the opportunity to care for her patients and has become an integral part of the medical community in the greater Pasadena area. As a dermatologist, she loves being able to educate her patients about their skin and help them look and feel their best. In her free time, Dr. Black enjoys an active lifestyle and spending time with her husband and two sons.

Dr. Marjorie M. Yong specializes in both weight loss and sleep. At Yong at Heart Total Wellness, Dr. Yong serves residents in Encino, California and the surrounding areas of Los Angeles.

Dr. Marjorie Yong helps patients achieve a healthier life by addressing not only individual medical problems such as diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension but also obesity that often underlies such disorders.

She is uniquely trained in Obesity, Nutrition, and Primary Care:
• Bachelor of Science, Biology, UCLA
• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), from Medical College of Georgia,
• a leading primary care medical school in the U.S.
• Family Practice residency in the UCLA-affiliated
• Kaiser Woodland Hills program
• National Institutes of Health (Clinical Research) Fellowship
• in Nutrition, Department of Medicine, UCLA School of Medicine
• Treated Obesity (culminating as senior physician) for 2 years
• in the Bariatrics practice of the late Morton Maxwell M.D.,
• Professor of Medicine at UCLA, a pioneering expert in Obesity
• Founded Yong at Heart Total Wellness, Inc. in 2000
• Diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine
• Diplomate of the American Board of Bariatric Medicine

Dr. Yong has over 13 years of experience with patients reducing weight for health reasons including pre- and post-gastric bypass patients, children, and adults. Some desire only to lose
a few pounds.Others need to lose 80-100 lbs or more. Her goal is to help everyone to achieve a healthier weight for the long-term benefits. In addition to weight loss treatment, she advises
on general health maintenance and screens for other disorders.

 

Dr. Alija Ali offers a full range of rejuvenating services at Alija Aesthetics, Weight Loss & Anti-Aging in Whittier, California. Whether Dr. Ali’s patients want to diminish wrinkles, lose weight, begin hormone replacement therapy, consider a Vampire procedure, or regain sexual vitality, they can count on his expertise to guide their decisions and rely on his reputation for performing procedures that exceed expectations.

Dr. Ali received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his internship at USC and residency at UCLA and the Kaiser Foundation. He’s a member of the American Osteopathic Association and currently an internist affiliated with Whittier Hospital Medical Center, in Whittier, California.

For more than 20 years, his practice has been dedicated to treating the whole person and promoting wellness and self-confidence. By combining medical training as an internist, with specialization in weight loss and anti-aging, Dr. Ali hopes to help each patient achieve their desired appearance, maintain a healthy body, and to realize their dream of a long vibrant life.

Tizita Amde-Michael, NP, is an experienced and compassionate nurse practitioner. She is the founder of Renaissance Medical Spa in Woodland Hills, at The Village-Topanga Canyon. 

Tizita entered the field of medical aesthetics after experiencing her own concerns with aging skin on her face and body. “I wanted to find effective, non-invasive skin treatments that would improve signs of aging without having an unnatural appearance. I wanted to return to a more youthful, refreshed appearance. I wanted to reveal my natural beauty. This was my Renaissance."

Tizita received her graduate degree and training at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). She is a board-certified advanced practice nurse practitioner with advanced training in non-invasive aesthetics procedures and lasers. 

Tizita has been in clinical practice since 2007 and is an expert in providing patients with high-quality care. She takes a holistic approach to care, focusing on patient education and prevention. 

The mission at Renaissance Medical Spa is to promote a positive self-image while enhancing and maintaining each patient’s natural beauty. Her philosophy in medical aesthetics is to individualize treatment plans specific to each patient. She is passionate about developing meaningful relationships with her patients and delivering results that make you feel your best! 

Tizita looks forward to helping you reveal your natural beauty at Renaissance Medical Spa.

At Rapid Response Urgent Care in Granada Hills, California, we offer comprehensive urgent care services to patients aged 6 and older in a comfortable, welcoming setting.

Our experts accept walk-ins and have same-day sick visit appointments available for patients who are ill, injured, have disease complications, or experience unusual side effects and need prompt care. We commonly treat allergies, asthma, minor illnesses, dehydration, sports injuries, and work-related injuries. 

Our Rapid Response Urgent Care team also provides physicals, intravenous (IV) therapy, and numerous other services for entire families. We even provide workers’ compensation services for patients suffering from on-the-job mishaps. 

For patient convenience, we offer convenient on-site X-rays and labs and ensure exceptional, top-quality care.

Our friendly, compassionate team uses the latest advances in procedures and technologies to help patients feel better, heal faster, and recover quickly. We treat patients like family and take as much time as they need during office visits. We welcome new and existing patients to Rapid Response Urgent Care and look forward to exceeding their healthcare needs.

Schedule an evaluation at Rapid Response Urgent Care by phone or online today, or simply walk into the office.

Dr. Kiet A Ton is a Family Medicine certified Board in Westminster, California. He graduated with honors in 2003. Having more than 21 years of diverse experiences, especially in FAMILY MEDICINE, HOSPITALIST, HOSPICE, HOME HEALTH, AND NURSING HOMES. Dr. Kiet A Ton affiliates with many hospitals including UCIrvine Fountain Valley Hospital, Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center, Hoag Irvine & Newport Beach cooperates with many other doctors and specialists. Call Dr. Kiet A Ton office on phone number (714) 895-8583 or (714)206-3618 for more information and advice or to book an appointment.

Shruti Patel, MD, is a Board-Certified Family Medicine Physician specializing in Family Practice and Urgent Care at Low Cost Health Clinics. 

With seven offices in Anaheim, Riverside, Santa Ana, Corona, and Indio, California, patients have a variety of locations to choose from. In addition, all the clinics are on a walk-in basis, so patients can access care when needed.

Dr. Patel has an excellent bedside manner and is bilingual in Spanish and English. She has many years of experience working in primary care and urgent care medicine. She is one of the supervising physicians for Low Cost Health Clinics and is also involved in the management of the clinics.

Passionate about serving uninsured and low-income people in Southern California, Dr. Patel and her team provide free screenings twice a year for diabetes (glucose) and hypertension (blood pressure), also available on a walk-in basis.

Ethics are based on respect and value for patients and team members alike. Dr. Patel makes it her daily mission to resolve differences quickly and recognize and celebrate achievements, including good health.

Dr. Patel warmly welcomes all patients into all seven offices and looks forward to serving them. Call the office, visit the clinic online, or simply walk in for outstanding low cost care at any time.

Board-Certified Pediatrician | Medical Director, Dr2Kids Medical Group

Dr. Smita Tandon is a board-certified pediatrician and the medical director of DR2KIDS Medical Group in Fountain Valley, with over 50 years of experience caring for children and young adults. Her passion for pediatric medicine is rooted in a lifelong commitment to helping the next generation grow up healthy, confident, and supported.

Dr. Tandon began her medical journey in India, earning her Doctor of Medicine degree from Grant Medical College in Mumbai. She completed a residency training at King George’s Medical College in Lucknow, India, followed by a second residency at the University of Southern California in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. These formative experiences shaped her holistic, patient-centered approach to care.

A Mission Rooted in Compassion and Excellence

Dr. Tandon’s mission is simple: to provide high-quality healthcare in a clean, safe, and welcoming environment where every child feels safe and valued. She believes deeply in the power of positive childhood experiences and strives to be a trusted role model for her patients and their families.

From treating colds and sniffles to celebrating high school and even college graduations, Dr. Tandon treasures the full journey of pediatric care. One of her greatest joys is hearing from former patients—and even cares for their children!

A Passion for Teaching and Community Health

As a dedicated educator, Dr. Smita Tandon actively mentors medical students, residents, and nurse practitioner students through her teaching clinic. She also shares her knowledge with the broader community, such as offering guidance during public health crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. During the height of the outbreak, she spoke to men,women, children and school communities in underserved areas of India, helping them understand how to prevent transmission and access vaccines and treatments.

Outside the Clinic

Dr. Tandon lives in Orange County with her husband and is proud of her two daughters, both of whom have followed in her footsteps into the healthcare field. In her free time, you’ll find her curled up with a good book, listening to music, cooking, or enjoying quality time with her family. 

Shruti Patel, MD, is a Board-Certified Family Medicine Physician specializing in Family Practice and Urgent Care at Low Cost Health Clinics. 

With seven offices in Anaheim, Riverside, Santa Ana, Corona, and Indio, California, patients have a variety of locations to choose from. In addition, all the clinics are on a walk-in basis, so patients can access care when needed.

Dr. Patel has an excellent bedside manner and is bilingual in Spanish and English. She has many years of experience working in primary care and urgent care medicine. She is one of the supervising physicians for Low Cost Health Clinics and is also involved in the management of the clinics.

Passionate about serving uninsured and low-income people in Southern California, Dr. Patel and her team provide free screenings twice a year for diabetes (glucose) and hypertension (blood pressure), also available on a walk-in basis.

Ethics are based on respect and value for patients and team members alike. Dr. Patel makes it her daily mission to resolve differences quickly and recognize and celebrate achievements, including good health.

Dr. Patel warmly welcomes all patients into all seven offices and looks forward to serving them. Call the office, visit the clinic online, or simply walk in for outstanding low cost care at any time.

Raymond Dorio, MD, is a primary care physician and general practitioner specializing in geriatric medicine at IMAC Medical Group. At his practice in Newhall, California, he provides a wide range of internal and primary care services to patients of all ages. 

Dr. Dorio graduated with his Bachelor of Arts from the University of California, Los Angeles in 1969. He then earned his medical degree from the University of California, Irvine in 1974, and went on to complete his post-graduate training in the department of pathology at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. Afterward, he stayed at the University of Pennsylvania as an assistant professor of pathology, researching cell adhesion molecules. Dr. Dorio then researched the biochemistry of alcohol as an assistant professor of pathology at Drexel University College of Medicine (formerly Hahnemann University) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and as an assistant professor of research pathology at the University of Southern California, affiliated with Children's Hospital Los Angeles.

At IMAC Medical Group, Dr. Dorio sees a large number of patients with chronic pain who are on maintenance therapy. He also treats patients suffering from depression, anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and sleep disturbances. For elderly patients who cannot easily leave their homes, many who are over 80 years old with chronic conditions, he offers home visits, treating those with conditions from Alzheimer’s and dementia to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and falls. His three children often go with him on these visits, where they sing “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” to the patients, who are very appreciative. 

Dr. Dorio also has a hospice practice in partnership with several hospice companies in California, including Hospice Care of the Valley in Simi Valley, and Golden Oaks Hospice, LA Hospice, and Green Horizon Hospice in Los Angeles.

Dr. Dorio is married to his wife, Ethel, and they have three children, Gwendelyn, Allison, and Charlotte. He is currently accepting new patients and warmly welcomes them to IMAC Medical Group.