Smita Soans, MD
Family Physician
1226 N Broadway
Santa Ana, CA 92701
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Smita Soans, MD
Family Physician
1226 N Broadway
Santa Ana, CA 92701
Husni Zayed, MS, PA-C, is a certified physician’s assistant at LA Orthopaedic Specialists in Downtown Los Angeles, California. He specializes in patient-centered care to teens and adult patients.
Husni earned his Bachelor of Science in aeronautical and astronautical engineering at the University of Illinois in Urbana before moving to Texas to earn a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Texas at Austin. He then changed course to pursue medicine, earning a Master of Science, Physician Assistant at Idaho State University in Pocatello, after which he completed his clinical rotations.
Husni served physician assistant clinical rotations all over the United States that included emergency medicine, internal and family medicine, pediatrics, OB/GYN, psychiatry, and general orthopaedic surgery. Upon completion of his clinical rotations, Husni began his professional experience as an orthopaedic physician assistant at a North Hollywood orthopaedic practice in California.
Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), Husni is also a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants.
Mr. Husni Zayed, PA-C
Physician Assistant
1414 South Grand Avenue
Suite 210
Los Angeles, CA 90015
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.
Medical Central Family Care
General Practice Physician
2409 South Vermont Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90007
For Ali Ahmad, MD, lifelong learning isn’t just a phrase; it’s his approach to practicing medicine. Dr. Ahmad is an anti-aging specialist and board-certified family medicine physician at BeautyBossMD, located in Newport Beach, California. He began his medical career as an undergraduate at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, where he graduated with honors.
He attended the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine (AUC), in Cupecoy, St. Maarten, which utilizes the rigorous medical school curriculum model implemented in the United States. Here Dr. Ahmad completed core medical school rotations in Los Angeles, Chicago, and Detroit. He completed his postdoctoral clinical training with a residency in family medicine at Pontiac General Hospital where he served as chief resident and earned nearly a perfect score on his in-service examination.
Dr. Ahmad's commitment to offering his patients comprehensive wellness and anti-aging services motivated him to enhance his education with numerous advanced trainings and certifications in subjects such as anti-aging medicine, regenerative medicine, weight loss medicine, nutritional IV therapy, and aesthetic procedures such as Botox® and dermal fillers.
Dr. Ali Ahmad, MD
Family Physician
320 Superior Ave
Ste #260
Newport Beach, CA 92663
Bryn Henderson, D.O., is a board-certified physician, certified physician executive, and certified independent medical examiner. He earned his medical degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1979 and his law degree from Western University College of Law in 1984. His emphasis is on the use of evidence-based medicine, information systems, and cooperative structures to improve the delivery of
healthcare with an emphasis on innovative therapeutics.
Dr. Henderson has served as president of the State of California’s Board of Osteopathic Examiners and for several years and was Assistant Dean of Clinical Affairs at the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific.
He belongs to the American Osteopathic Association, American College of Physician Executives, and World Future Society. Dr. Henderson is the Founder and Chief Medical Director of Telehealth Medical Group and
Regenerative Medical Group. He insists on the philosophy ‘Culture of Caring’, striving to make high-quality care ‘a reality to everyone who needs care’ and helping improve patients’ lives. He has been serving patients with
chronic and complex conditions for many decades. He prioritizes effective and innovative medical care. As the leader of two prestigious medical groups, he ensures that the services and programs are rooted in the medical literature and evolve with new ideas that improve clinical outcomes.
Dr. Henderson is one of the country’s pioneering leaders in regenerative medicine which focuses on therapies that utilize innate systems within the body to heal and benefit patients. He has also been teaching and allowing
pre-med, medical students, PharmD, and Phlebotomy students to rotate at his practice. He has helped many students to transition into medical school or physician assistant school.
Specialties
• Family Medicine
• Pain Medicine
Board Certifications
• Family Practice/OMT
• College of Physician Executives, Fellowship Hospital — 1996
• College of Physician Executives, Residency Hospital — 1992
• Western University College of Law, Other Education — 1984
• Normandy Osteopathic Hosp, Internship Hospital — 1980
• Des Moines Univ Coll Of Osteo Med & Surg, Medical School — 1979
• Luther College, Undergraduate School — 1969
Medical School & Residency
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Medical School
Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine
Medical School
Certifications & Licensure
CA State Medical License
AZ State Medical License
FL State Medical License.
Dr. Bryn Henderson, DO
Family Physician
615 E Chapman Avenue
Suite #100
Orange, CA 92866
Linda Clark, APRN-BC
Family Physician
20072 Sw Birch St Ste 100
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Linda Clark, NP, is an experienced family nurse practitioner in Newport Beach, California. Through her private telehealth family medicine practice, she serves patients 12 and older throughout California, Arizona, Nevada, Colorado, Idaho, Utah, and Virginia.
Linda provides patient-focused care, ranking #1 in patient satisfaction in Orange County. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Utah in Salt Lake City and her Master of Public Health (MPH) and Master of Science in Nursing at San Diego State University in California.
Linda holds an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) credential and is board-certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
She’s passionate about carefully listening to patients’ concerns, allowing her to make thoughtful diagnoses and achieve superior health outcomes. Linda delivers compassionate, exceptional, affordable, convenient care from the comfort of a patient’s home or office.
She’s very responsive to her patients with a quick turnaround time, setting her apart from other providers in the area. Linda maintains strong, long-term, trusting relationships with the understanding that there isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to patient care.
She delivers top-quality service to patients struggling with acute illnesses, chronic diseases, and mental health concerns like depression. Linda offers disease management, dermatology care, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), medically supervised weight loss, women’s health care, and sexual wellness. She customizes treatment plans based on patient goals and provides referrals whenever needed.
When she’s not working, Linda enjoys spending time with her three grown daughters, cycling, running, skiing, playing tennis, and traveling.
Schedule a virtual appointment with Linda Clark, NP, by calling the office or booking an appointment online today.
Linda Clark, Np, Nursing Inc.
Nurse Practitioner
20072 SW Birch Street
Suite 100
Newport Beach, CA 92660
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
Dr. Margaret Shannon, md
Dermatologist
400 Newport Center Dr
Suite 501
Newport Beach, CA 92660
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.
Dr. Karen Taylor, MD
Family Physician
1441 Avocado Avenue
Suite 309
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Dr. Steven Kamara, MD
Internist
6221 Wilshire Blvd.
Suite 617
Los Angeles, CA 90048
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.
Dr. Joseph Pierson, md
Internist
301 North Prairie Ave
Suite 230
Inglewood, CA 90301
Ramtin Massoudi, MD, is a vein specialist at LA Vascular Specialists in the Beverly Hills, Glendale and Encino communities in Los Angeles, California. He believes in delivering thorough and personalized treatments for each of his patients.
Through his specialty at his practice, Dr. Massoudi can treat problem veins, address the medical conditions that cause them, and satisfy the needs of his patients.
Dr. Massoudi has a background in preventing complications from Poly-pharmacy, which is why he takes great time and care when dealing with patients who have previously been given diagnoses, medications, and treatment regimens. This, combined with his expertise in venous and lymphatic medicine, makes him the ideal candidate to maintain a healthy treatment regimen for patients.
Dr. Massoudi has performed countless successful procedures and has implemented and perfected his own cautionary measures to provide the safest care possible.
Dr. Massoudi attended the University Of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) for his undergraduate degrees. He then graduated from the American University of the Caribbean (AUC) School of Medicine in St. Marteen and completed his residency at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC).
Dr. Massoudi cares deeply about your treatment and results.
Specializing in minimally invasive cosmetic, laser, and vein surgery, Dr. Massoudi is certified by the American Board of Venous & Lymphatic Medicine, and Board eligible by the American Board of Family Medicine, and the American Board of Anti-Aging. By combining these areas of expertise, Dr. Massoudi has been able to create a well-rounded practice and holistic approach here at Aluna Vein Centers
*Please visit our Aluna Vein Centers site for more information regarding our Cosmetic services!
Dr. Ramtin Massoudi, MD
Family Physician
2080 Century Park East
Suite 501
Los Angeles, CA 90067
Dr. Marcus Tellez, DO
Family Physician
150 N Robertson Blvd
Suite 300
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
Dr. Jack O'Brien is 29 year old Board Certified Family Medicine doctor currently residing in West Hollywood California, and working out of Pacific Oaks Medical Group in Beverly Hills. He is a graduate of Bayonne Medical Centers first Family Medicine residency program in 2019. He is also a 2010 Alumni of Binghamton University where he graduated Magna Cum Laude majoring in Spanish and Psychology. While at Binghamton University, he competed and won competitions for the Bearcats Gymnastics club, where he also served as the club President. After his undergraduate training, he went on to coach gymnastics in New York City at New York City Elite Gymnastics helping New York City’s youth become more physically active and healthy. He then attended NYIT-COM for his medical training, where he graduated in 2016. During his time at medical school, he was the treasurer and president of the LGBT Club, spearheading initiatives to help educate medical students in HIV counseling and prevention. While in residency, he also helped to found the PrEP program at Christ Hospital in Jersey City. He was also the Keynote Speaker for World AIDS Day in 2017. Currently he is aiming to provide holistic care to the LGBTQ+ community on the West Coast with his East Coast flair. Hailing originally from a small town of 4,000 people near Syracuse New York, Dr. O’Brien has experienced all paces of life. Dr. O'Brien is trilingual in Brazilian Portuguese and Castilian Spanish and aims to provide exemplary care to all sexual orientations, races, and cultures. Dr. O'Brien looks forward to helping you take charge of your health!
Dr. Jack O'Brien, DO
Family Physician
150 N Robertson Blvd
Suite 300
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
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.
Dr. Sasan Massachi, MD
Internist
8900 Wilshire Blvd
Suite #360
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
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.
Dr. Payam Yashar, MD
Internist
8635 W. Third Street
Suite 265-W
Los Angeles, CA 90048
Payam Kerendian, DO
Family Physician
2080 Century Park East, Suite 607
Los Angeles, CA 90067