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Dr. Afshin Akhavan is one of Los Angeles’ leading physicians specializing in Family Medicine.  He directs two clinics in Downtown Los Angeles that provide outstanding medical services to all men, women and children.

Dr. Akhavan began his pursuit of medicine as an undergraduate at UCLA where he obtained his Bachelor of Science degree.  After receiving two degrees from UCLA, he attended Western University of Health Sciences, where he received his Osteopathic medical degree.  Dr. Akhavan fulfilled his residency in Family Medicine at USC Keck School of Medicine, where he served as a chief resident and continues to contribute as a faculty member ever since.  He is currently on staff at two local hospitals, California Hospital Medical Center where he also served as the chairman of family medicine department and Good Samaritan Hospital. He practices traditional family medicine and knows it to be his passion and his true professional calling. 

He is a servant of God, loving and dedicated husband, father, son, brother, uncle and a loyal friend.  He treats his patients, employees, colleagues and students no differently than his family. 

Dr. Akhavan’s ultimate goal is to bring G-dliness to this world and help every patient achieve his or her maximum health potential.  He focuses on empowering his patient by educating them about their healthcare, and providing them with the tools they need to maximize their health. More importantly, he truly believes in educating the leader of tomorrow’s healthcare in all aspects of medicine and thus influencing the healthcare in a positive manner by the practitioners of medicine. Dr. Akhavan and Casa de Salud lead the way in delivering complete medical treatment and preventative care. 

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. Afshin Akhavan is one of Los Angeles’ leading physicians specializing in Family Medicine.  He directs two clinics in Downtown Los Angeles that provide outstanding medical services to all men, women and children.

Dr. Akhavan began his pursuit of medicine as an undergraduate at UCLA where he obtained his Bachelor of Science degree.  After receiving two degrees from UCLA, he attended Western University of Health Sciences, where he received his Osteopathic medical degree.  Dr. Akhavan fulfilled his residency in Family Medicine at USC Keck School of Medicine, where he served as a chief resident and continues to contribute as a faculty member ever since.  He is currently on staff at two local hospitals, California Hospital Medical Center where he also served as the chairman of family medicine department and Good Samaritan Hospital. He practices traditional family medicine and knows it to be his passion and his true professional calling. 

He is a servant of God, loving and dedicated husband, father, son, brother, uncle and a loyal friend.  He treats his patients, employees, colleagues and students no differently than his family. 

Dr. Akhavan’s ultimate goal is to bring G-dliness to this world and help every patient achieve his or her maximum health potential.  He focuses on empowering his patient by educating them about their healthcare, and providing them with the tools they need to maximize their health. More importantly, he truly believes in educating the leader of tomorrow’s healthcare in all aspects of medicine and thus influencing the healthcare in a positive manner by the practitioners of medicine. Dr. Akhavan and Casa de Salud lead the way in delivering complete medical treatment and preventative care. 

Dr. Awodele is a residency-trained and board-certified occupational medicine physician with over nine years of medical expertise in Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Aviation and Aerospace Medicine, and Preventive Medicine. He also trained at Duke University for Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS).

Dr. Awodele earned his undergraduate degree in Physiology and Neurobiology at the University of Connecticut in 2008, with a focus on neurophysiology.

Throughout medical school, he participated in Traumatic Brain Injury research at Harvard Medical Institute and Walter Reed National Military Naval Medical Center. There, he identified biomarkers of brain biochemistry that might distinguish between soldiers returning from the Afghanistan and Iraq war fronts suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and those suffering from mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) using advanced methods of magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS).

Dr. Awodele earned his medical degree from Howard College of Medicine and completed a Transitional Year Internship at Naval Medical Center San Diego before beginning his military operational tour.

He served as the U.S. Naval Flight Surgeon for Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 169 (HMLA-169) and Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 764 (VMM-764). He served with distinction as the Flight Surgeon for the Special Purpose Marine Corps Air Ground Task Force Pacific for the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit.

Dr. Awodele completed his residency in occupational medicine at the University of California, Irvine, where he also earned a Master of Science in Environmental Health Sciences (EHS) with a focus on toxicology. He earned his Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from Howard University College of Medicine.

He was introduced to MeRT during his clinical rotation at Wave Neuroscience. He was astonished by testimonials from both adult and pediatric patients who had received MeRT treatment, as well as the spouses and parents of children whose lives were transformed because of the improvements they observed in their loved ones.

As he said:

“I was initially skeptical that a non-invasive medical treatment could cause such remarkable healing after only their first treatments. It is an effective new technology, so I read everything about it. I was impressed with the sophisticated data analytics and precision medicine approach that provides custom treatment for each individual.

“I was moved after witnessing patients describe how they experienced better sleep, reported better physical and mental performance due to improvements in their cognition, and weaned off from their chronic pain medications and stimulants.

“I have been a military physician for most of my career, and I have seen a lot of functional marines and sailors with chronic fatigue, addiction, depression, anxiety, TBI, and PTSD who didn’t seek treatment because they felt physically strong or didn’t want to take medications due to their operational status. I have also witnessed close friends report exhaustion and near helplessness due to parenting their child with learning difficulties.

“Witnessing firsthand their transformation after receiving MeRT treatment made me a believer in its effectiveness.”

When not working with patients, Dr. Awodele enjoys spending time with his wife and daughters. He also enjoys flying, sailing, diving, camping, traveling, and participating in outdoor athletic events and activities.

 

Steven Kamara is a diligent and compassionate physician specializing in internal medicine. Dr. Kamara speaks English, Spanish, Hebrew, Farsi, and Arabic fluently. He attended the Albert Einstein College of Medicine to receive his medical degree and completed his postdoctoral education at the Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.

Dr. Kamara treats patients at his private practice in Los Angeles and also takes care of patients in the hospital at Cedars Sinai Medical Center and Olympia Hospital. He is a Medical Director at nursing facilities and also takes care of patients at the nursing home.

Dr. Georgine Nanos is a board-certified family physician with advanced training in epidemiology and public health. She is a nationally recognized expert in COVID-19. Dr. Nanos founded Kind Health Group to bring an exceptional level of care to all her patients. She believes listening to each individual story and building a deep personal connection is the most rewarding part of medicine and the best way to get to the root cause of many complex medical issues. Dr. Nanos is passionate about the power of preventive health, women’s health issues, and technology in medicine. Dr. Nanos has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and has expertise in treating a wide range of medical conditions in patients of all ages. She also serves as a medical contributor to numerous local and national TV, radio, and print media outlets.

Joseph E. Pierson, MD began his professional career with undergraduate studies at UC Irvine. He attended medical school at UCLA, then went on to complete his residency at Emory University Grady Memorial Hospital with an emphasis upon Pediatrics and Internal Medicine. He is currently a member of the clinical staff at Southern California Hospital. He is also affiliated with California Hospital Medical Center, Silverlake Hospital, Gardena Memorial Hospital, and many more throughout the Los Angeles area. 

Dr. Pierson is the Medical Director and CEO of Allied Health Solutions Medical Group. In this role, he strives to provide Comprehensive Inpatient and Outpatient Care services for adults and children as well as to provide Women’s health and preventive health care within several communities.

Dr. Pierson's main objective is to develop a broader system of health care, improve the health of the general population, improve healthcare outcomes, and increase efficiency within a Medical Home Model. He strives to develop a robust system through strategic partnerships among physicians, specialists, hospitals, and community health centers.

Outside of his passion for his practice, Dr. Pierson enjoys billiards, traveling, bicycling, chess, and competitive sports.

Board-certified internal medicine physician Artin Nazarian, MD, provides high-quality primary care to teens and adults throughout Los Angeles County at his practice in Glendale, California.

Dr. Nazarian brings nearly 20 years of experience to his practice. He studied at St. George’s University School of Medicine in True Blue, Grenada, earning his medical degree. Dr. Nazarian received extensive training in all aspects of internal medicine, from chronic disease management and medical weight loss to acute and primary care.

Dr. Nazarian is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. When he isn’t meeting with patients, he serves as an instructor at Huntington Hospital in Pasadena, California, educating internal medicine residents. He holds privileges at several other hospitals, including Glendale Adventist Medical Center and USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, both in Glendale.

Dr. Nazarian strives to provide a first-class patient experience. Rather than seeing as many clients as possible, Dr. Nazarian sets strict limits, allowing him to listen well and spend ample time with each patient. He never rushes.

Dr. Nazarian’s office is conveniently situated and has ample parking. The practice has a comfortable, spalike environment, and the support staff is friendly and welcoming. The office is paperless, letting patients access their medical records online through a secure portal.

People from all over Los Angeles County visit Dr. Nazarian for men’s health, women’s health, primary care, and more. Instead of promising quick fixes, Dr. Nazarian helps patients take charge of their health through diet, exercise, lifestyle coaching, and education.

Dr. Nazarian speaks English and Armenian fluently. He welcomes anyone seeking a new medical home to Artin Nazarian, MD. Call the office today to schedule an appointment, or book your visit online.

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.

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.

Experienced board-certified cardiologist Payam R. Yashar, MD has proudly served patients from all over Southern California for over fifteen years, and is now extending his counsel as far as Europe and Asia.

Dr. Yashar is based at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in the Beverly Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, the very hospital where he was born. He and his team offer specialized and highly responsive concierge-style care that you can receive in-office or in the comfort of your own home, as the practice offers house calls and telehealth services. As one of the most called-upon cardiologists at Cedars-Sinai, Dr. Yashar brings a wealth of experience to his patients when it comes to diagnosing, managing and treating a myriad of heart conditions. In addition to providing expert treatment, Dr. Yashar is especially adroit in addressing preventative care. 

Upon earning his medical degree from the prestigious Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York in 1997, Dr. Yashar completed his internship and residency at Cedars-Sinai. He then trained in fellowship in Cardiovascular Diseases at the University of Southern California.  Thereafter, he pursued further specialized training in Cardiac Electrophysiology at the University of California, Los Angeles and the West Los Angeles Veterans' Medical Center.

Dr. Yashar is passionate about providing expert-level care to his patients. He offers diagnoses and treatment for conditions like chest pain, atrial fibrillation, heart failure and arrhythmia using the latest technology available. He also performs heart catheterization, pacemaker and defibrillator implantation, as well as ablations for cardiac arrhythmia.  All of his invasive procedures are performed at Cedars-Sinai, and diagnostic testing is undertaken either in office or with the utilization of remote testing whenever possible. 

Today, Dr. Yashar is affiliated with the Cedars-Sinai Smidt Heart Institute, and the Preventive and Consultative Heart Center.  He is a volunteer clinical instructor at the University of California, Los Angeles School of Medicine.  In addition, he has the distinct honor of being voted one of Los Angeles Magazine's Top 100 Cardiologists. Aside from his outstanding professional care, Dr. Yashar is a truly compassionate human being who genuinely regards the well-being of his patients as his utmost priority.  

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.

Gene L. Syn, MD, is one of the skilled physicians practicing at Minimally Invasive Medical Group, which has offices in Lake Forest, Mission Viejo, and Irvine, California. 

He is a second-generation Korean-American who was born in Los Angeles and raised in Orange County, California.  He graduated from the UCLA School of Medicine in 1992.  He then did his general surgery residency at the New York Flushing Hospital Medical Center from 1992 to 1997. He further specialized in colon and rectal surgery at the Greater Baltimore Medical Center from 1997 to 1998. 

Dr. Syn received his board certification from the American Board of Surgery as well as the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery. He has been practicing colon and rectal surgery in Southern California for over 20 years.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Syn or another member of the team at Minimally Invasive Medical Group, call the office or request an appointment online today.