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Dr. Shadiar Ohadi DO, MPH is a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine treating patients in Sherman Oaks, California and the surrounding areas. Dr. Ohadi’s knowledge and experience is brought to patients in need of physical exams, pediatrics, weight management, immunizations, acupuncture, diabetes, heart disease, as well as women’s health concerns among other services.

Dr. Ohadi earned her BS in Biology at UC-Riverside and completed a Masters of Public Health from Loma Linda University. She attended Western University of Health Sciences, graduating as a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine and followed up with an internship at UC Irvine Medical Center, along with a tenure as the chief resident of family medicine at LA County USC directly after. Her approach to medicine is deep focusing on nurturing the overall health and wellbeing of each patient as an individual. She carefully analyzes each patient’s individual needs and customizes their care accordingly. She is committed to treating the whole patient and discovering the source of symptoms not masking them. She finds that often the body is capable of healing itself and over-prescribing medicines can interfere with that natural process.

Dr. Ohadi has lived in the southern California area for the majority of her life. In addition to being a dedicated physician, she enjoys learning about diverse cultures and as such she is fluent in English, Spanish, and Farsi. Married and the loving mother of two, she enjoys traveling and is an enthusiastic soccer and basketball fan.

Noelle Reid, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician and the medical director of Trinity Health and Wellness Medical Group, located in Culver City, California.

Dr. Reid completed her medical school training at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine (one of the top 10 medical schools in the nation by the U.S. News & World Report) and her residency at Harbor UCLA Medical Center.

She is a native of Chicago and, prior to medical school, served as a health administrative intern at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services – MidWest division. She worked as a patient advocate at Evanston Northwestern Hospital through the Institute for Diversity and after graduating, Cum Laude, from Spelman College, joined AmeriCorps/”I Have A Dream” Foundation®. There she worked in Los Angeles coordinating after-school programs that aided in tutoring and instructing elementary students in reading, math, science, and dance. Dr. Reid has brought her passion for 

Before pursuing her medical degree, Dr. Reid was a trained dancer. She knows the importance of healing through a holistic approach by focusing on all elements of the individual body, mind, and spirit as each element affects the other.

Dr. Reid bridged her love for dance through the practice of Yoga and Pilates. As a certified yoga instructor, she has made Yoga and movement a focal point in her practice.

Dr. Reid is a wife and mother of a beautiful little girl who dreams of becoming a “triple threat” performer one day. In her spare time, Dr. Reid makes contributions to wellness publications and blogs. Some of the periodicals she has contributed to include Martha Stewart Living, Shape Magazine, Huffington Post, LA Magazine, First for Women magazine, and Isitallergyblog.com. Dr. Reid has also been a medical contributor for ABC/ Good Morning America, Fox Soul TV, a recurrent guest on the Front Page with Dominique DiPrima, a morning show on KJLH radio/102.3 FM and featured on Good Day LA/ Fox 11 and “The Doctors” show.

Mark Kurzman, MD, joined GreenBridge Medical in Santa Monica, California, in the fall of 2017 and his experience in family medicine and preventive care has been an asset to the practice ever since. Dr. Kurzman combines this experience with a deep understanding of the unique therapeutic qualities of medical cannabis in his role as a general practitioner.

Growing up in New York with a fascination for biology and a passion for helping others, Dr. Kurzman’s dream was to be a doctor. To this day, Dr. Kurzman’s favorite part of his job is spending time with his patients, fostering the personal connections with them that ensure they get the best care possible.

Dr. Kurzman’s dream of a career in medicine took him to Haifa, Israel, where he received his medical degree from the Technion Israel Institute of Technology. After completing his residency in family medicine at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences AHEC-SW program in Texarkana, Arkansas, the globe-trotting Dr. Kurzman brought his experience to GreenBridge Medical in Santa Monica. His experience in family medicine, expertise in the area of medical cannabis, and his personal touch make him an excellent resource for his patients and exciting addition to GreenBridge Medical.

Dr. Shafipour is a board certified Family Medicine Specialist with subspecialty training in a field of medicine known as Bariatric or Obesity Medicine. Bariatric physicians use safe and effective medications in conjunction with dietary, nutritional, behavioral, and exercise counseling to manage obesity, overweight as well as medical conditions related to excessive weight gain or weight loss. After finishing his residency, he pursued his passion in obesity treatment. Through extensive training by the American Society of Bariatric Physicians and the prestigious Harvard Obesity Courses, he has developed a weight loss program that not only focuses on healthy loss of weight but alsowith emphasis on a well organized maintenance program. This program results in weight loss and maintenance of a healthy weight through a multi-level personalized approach of dietary and lifestyle transformation. Dr. Shafipour received his B.A. in Molecular and Cell Biology from UC Berkeley. He then continued his graduate studies and received a Masters degree in Physiology and Biophysics from Georgetown University. He later went on to attend Loma Linda University School of Medicine, where he received his M.D. in 2003. He completed his internship in General Surgery from UC Irvine and residency in Family Medicine under the auspices of UCLA and became board certified in Family Medicine in 2008. Dr. Shafipour became interested in lifestyle transformation when he attended a peak performance health and lifestyle coaching conference in 2004. 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, America

Ara Shafrazian, MD, is one of the founding physicians at LibertyMed Health Group in Glendale, California. Dr. Shafrazian is a proud native of Glendale and was motivated to return to his hometown to provide exceptional medical care to those in his community.

Dr. Shafrazian earned his undergraduate degree in biology from the University of California, Los Angeles. He then received his Doctor of Medicine from Ross University School of Medicine. Dr. Shafrazian went on to complete his family medicine residency on the East Coast at St. Francis Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Wilmington, Delaware.

Dr. Shafrazian is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and has trained in multiple facets of patient care from newborns to the geriatric population. His vast exposure to different disciplines of medicine, including hospital medicine, sports medicine, and obstetric care, has afforded him considerable experience in caring for patients with respect for how complicated each individual's situation is.

The core philosophy of Dr. Shafrazian's work is patient-centered care. He applies a guideline and evidence-driven approach to managing each patient's specific needs concerning their individual goals.

In his free time, Dr. Shafrazian has many hobbies, including tennis, basketball, and spending time with his family.

Arthur Babakhanians, MD, is a primary care provider and one of the founding partners at LibertyMed Health Group in Glendale, California. Dr. Babakhanians was born in Iran and immigrated to the United States at the age of sixteen; he has been part of the Glendale community since.

Dr. Babakhanians earned his bachelor's degrees in ecology and evolutionary biology at the University of California, Los Angeles. He went on to attend St. George's University School of Medicine, earning his Doctor of Medicine degree. He then completed his residency in family medicine locally at Glendale Adventist Medical Center, where he served as chief resident and obtained his board certification in family medicine.

Dr. Babakhanians enjoys providing the full spectrum of family care for children, adolescents, and adults. He is well trained in all aspects of family medicine, including inpatient and outpatient care. Dr. Babakhanians' goal is to provide high quality, comprehensive, and evidence-based treatments to all of his patients.

To better serve his patients, Dr. Babakhanians offers his fluency in English, Armenian, and Farsi. He looks forward to seeing new and returning patients at the office.

After graduating from New York University with a major in Chemistry and minors in Biology, Math and German, Dr. Speller received her medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine, followed by her Master in Public Health from the UC Berkeley School of Public Health.  She then went on to complete a residency in pediatrics at Children’s Hospital Oakland.  After working as a pediatrician in private practice and urgent care for 5 years, Dr. Speller began a career in alternative medicine.  At one time, she owned and operated several practices with many offices throughout the state of California.  

Her involvement in alternative medicine led Dr. Speller to pursue academic training and accreditations in many other facets of holistic medicine.  She combines her extensive training in both allopathic and complementary and alternative medicine to offer whole-body care to her patients using a functional medicine approach—identifying and treating the root causes of illness or disease, while focusing on enhanced lifestyle choices to improve health.  She has a true zest for knowledge and is dedicated to continuing to educate herself to be able to deliver the best and most innovative and cutting-edge care to all of her patients.  

 

Summary of Credentials

• Graduated Stanford University School of Medical, 1994 (MD)
• Graduated UC Berkeley School of Public Health, 1995 (MPH)
• Residency Children’s Hospital Oakland, 1998
• Board Certified Pediatrics, 1999 
• Diplomate, American Board of Integrative and Holistic Medicine (ABIHM), 2008
• Level 1 Health Professional, Maharishi Ayur-Veda, 2011
• Fellow, Andrew Weil Center For Integrative Medicine, 2013
• Certified Practitioner, BioTE Medical, 2019
• Certified Provider, Institute of Functional Medicine (IFMCP), 2019
• Clinical Homeopath, Center For Education and Development of Homeopathy, 2019 
• IV Therapy and Chelation Training, American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, 2020
• Fellow, Anti-Aging, Regenerative and Functional Medicine, American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, 2020
• Certification in Peptide Therapy, American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, 2020
• Currently completing training in Aesthetics, Ozone Therapy and Stem Cell Therapy, as well as additional training in IV and Chelation Therapy

 

Welcome to Avicenna Medical Clinic, serving the Reseda, California community. Our Primary Care Physician, Dr. Aref Karbasi, is capable of diagnosing and treating a range of conditions for patients across their lifespan. In addition to family medicine, Dr. Karbasi has a special focus on cosmetic procedures including Botox, laser skin resurfacing, skin care, acne treatments and innovative procedures such as IV therapies, PRP (platelet rich plasma), and stem cell treatments. He and his skilled team of healthcare professionals are honored to serve you.

Dr. Karbasi earned his medical degree from the Azad Medical School at Azad University in Tehran, Iran. He went on to complete his pediatric residency at the Tehran Medical University Children’s Medical Center. He also completed a residency in family medicine and served as chief resident at the Columbus Regional Healthcare System in Columbus, Georgia. He is currently an Adjunct Faculty member and clinical Instructor at Kaiser Permanente residency program in Woodland Hills Medical center.

In addition to extensive medical training in Iran and the U.S., Dr. Karbasi holds many certifications, including Advanced Trauma Life Support, Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Program. He is board-certified in family medicine by the American Academy of Family Physicians.

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Marlene Rocha Farooq, MD practices family medicine at her private clinic in Long Beach, California. She brings her extensive background in family medicine to treat the medical concerns of patients of all ages, from newborns to seniors.

Dr. Rocha Farooq graduated medical school from the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara in Guadalajara, Mexico, and completed her residency in Family Medicine at the University of California, Irvine. She’s board-certified in family practice and holds active memberships with the American Medical Association and the American Academy of Family Physicians.

Working in private practice in California since 2002, Dr. Rocha Farooq gives her full, undivided attention to everyone she sees. She puts her personal touch and compassionate heart into her work, ensuring that each patient receives the highest quality care.

As a family practitioner, Dr. Rocha Farooq provides services from preventive care to chronic disease management. She offers annual physicals, well-child exams, and sports physicals as a routine part of her practice. When you’re experiencing an acute illness or injury, Dr. Farooq also dedicates a portion of her time to urgent care. For longer-term needs, she can help you with your weight loss efforts and the management of diabetes and other chronic diseases.

Dr. Rocha Farooq lives in the same community she serves in Long Beach. She has four grown sons, and she’s fluent in Spanish and English. She also loves staying active, solving puzzles, and reading novels and the latest medical research. She also loves music, dancing, and painting.

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.

Dr. Eric Denley is a general practitioner with a specialty in family medicine. After graduating from the Rosalind Franklin Chicago Medical School in 2005, Dr. Denley completed his training in family medicine at Clinton Memorial Hospital in Wilmington, OH followed by training in internal medicine at Richmond University Medical Center in Staten Island, NY. Dr. Denley is also involved in our Research/Clincial trial department.

Dr. Eric Denley is a general practitioner with a specialty in family medicine. After graduating from the Rosalind Franklin Chicago Medical School in 2005, Dr. Denley completed his training in family medicine at Clinton Memorial Hospital in Wilmington, OH followed by training in internal medicine at Richmond University Medical Center in Staten Island, NY. Dr. Denley is also involved in our Research/Clincial trial department.

Dr. Eric Denley is a general practitioner with a specialty in family medicine. After graduating from the Rosalind Franklin Chicago Medical School in 2005, Dr. Denley completed his training in family medicine at Clinton Memorial Hospital in Wilmington, OH followed by training in internal medicine at Richmond University Medical Center in Staten Island, NY. Dr. Denley is also involved in our Research/Clincial trial department.

Paul Orr, MD, provides family medicine services for the residents of the Claremont, California, area. Dr. Orr strives to treat each member of your family like one of his own.

As a seasoned family practitioner, Dr. Orr has a wealth of knowledge about medical conditions affecting everyone from little ones to seniors. He provides general dermatologic, gynecologic, and geriatric services, as well as physical exams, chronic disease management, and preventive care.

Dr. Orr received his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan, and completed his internship at St. Vincent Hospital Medical Center. He served his residency in the US Army Medical Corp. He’s board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Dr. Orr has privileges at the Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center located in Pomona, California. 

At his practice, Dr. Orr offers his warmth and commitment to your family in every situation. Meet Dr. Orr in person by scheduling an initial consultation online or over the phone.