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Dr. Qian is a top comprehensive pain management specialist with 20+ years experience. He is an expert's expert for many challenging and complicated pain cases. He is Founder of Sage Pain & Wellness. 

Dr. Elahe Toulouie is a board-certified internal medicine doctor at her self-named practice, Elahe Toulouie MD Inc., with offices in La Mesa, El Cajon, and San Diego, California. She has over 25 years of experience in the medical field, providing quality care to her patients. 

Dr. Toulouie received her medical degree from the University of Freiburg in Freiburg im Breisgau, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. She completed an internal medicine internship specializing in surgery and gynecology at the University Medical Center in Freiburg, Germany.

While at the University of Heidelberg in Mannheim, Germany, Dr. Toulouis trained in obstetrics and gynecology. She later relocated to the United States and completed training in internal medicine at the University of Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.

Dr. Toulouie has a passion for health care and extensive experience serving in nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, and hospices for over a decade. 

She has served several California healthcare centers, such as Lemon Grove Rehab in Lemon Grove and Magnolia Special Care in El Cajon, as well as La Mesa Health Care Nursing Home and Arbor Hills Nursing Home in La Mesa. 

Dr. Toulouie also has more than 10 years of experience as a primary medical consultant at the San Diego Rehab Institute, the Sharp Grossmont transitional care unit, and the psychiatry unit in La Mesa.

In her free time, Dr. Toulouie prioritizes time with her two children. She enjoys working alongside her team and meeting the needs of her patients.

Dr. Elahe Toulouie is a board-certified internal medicine doctor at her self-named practice, Elahe Toulouie MD Inc., with offices in La Mesa, El Cajon, and San Diego, California. She has over 25 years of experience in the medical field, providing quality care to her patients. 

Dr. Toulouie received her medical degree from the University of Freiburg in Freiburg im Breisgau, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. She completed an internal medicine internship specializing in surgery and gynecology at the University Medical Center in Freiburg, Germany.

While at the University of Heidelberg in Mannheim, Germany, Dr. Toulouis trained in obstetrics and gynecology. She later relocated to the United States and completed training in internal medicine at the University of Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.

Dr. Toulouie has a passion for health care and extensive experience serving in nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, and hospices for over a decade. 

She has served several California healthcare centers, such as Lemon Grove Rehab in Lemon Grove and Magnolia Special Care in El Cajon, as well as La Mesa Health Care Nursing Home and Arbor Hills Nursing Home in La Mesa. 

Dr. Toulouie also has more than 10 years of experience as a primary medical consultant at the San Diego Rehab Institute, the Sharp Grossmont transitional care unit, and the psychiatry unit in La Mesa.

In her free time, Dr. Toulouie prioritizes time with her two children. She enjoys working alongside her team and meeting the needs of her patients.

Patricia Deckert, DO, founded New Beginnings Health Care in La Mesa, California, in 2001 so she could fulfill her dream of helping her patients achieve optimum health, not just the absence of disease or discomfort. Dr. Deckert practices integrative medicine and works closely with her patients to find the root cause of their illnesses, help them restore balance, and begin to enjoy a healthier, happier future.

After earning a bachelor of science in biological science from Michigan State in East Lansing, Michigan, Dr. Deckert went on to complete her doctor of osteopathic medicine from the Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, California. Before attending medical school, Dr. Deckert worked with physicians in the field of environmental and nutritional medicine for 15 years.

Dr. Deckert is board-certified by the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians and board eligible by the American Lipid Association. She’s also a member of the MDVIP Program, which allows her to provide comprehensive annual exams and give her patients the proactive, holistic, and customized care they deserve.

Dr. Tasneem Patel is a Board Certified Family Medicine physician who practices Integrative and Functional Medicine. She earned her medical degree from Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Vallejo, CA and did her residency at Sutter Health Care in Davis/Sacramento, CA. After completing residency she has worked at a county clinic, urgent care clinic and at Kaiser. Now she enjoys practicing integrative (combining alternative treatments) and functional (finding the root cause of ailment to treat) medicine with a primary focus on hormone balance and gut health.

"When I began my medical career, I wanted to “fix” the problems that my patients would present with and initially, I felt like a mechanic doing just that. However, over the years I have enjoyed playing a different role in the health of my patients: the role of a gardener that can help guide you to what your body needs for a solid foundation and then allowing the patient to make the necessary changes and flourish. It amazes me every day that our bodies have the capability to heal us – if we don’t sabotage it!"

Dr. Alisa Farokhian, MD, specializes in internal medicine and is completing her fellowship in Advanced IBD GI.

Dr. Alisa Farokhian prides herself in her dedication to providing patients with exceptional care, respect, and support. She is completing her advanced IBD program at the prestigious Columbia University Hospital, while additionally working on her GI fellowship.  

Additionally, Dr. Alisa Farokhian has received countless awards and recognition for her participation in research and publications. She continues her education by attending and speaking at numerous top GI conferences to learn the most technological advances in medicine.

Dr. Ricardo La Grotta, MD is a primary care physician. He serves patients at HealthyU Clinics at our Chandler, Arizona clinic.

With over two decades of medical experience, Dr. La Grotta brings his passion and commitment to HealthyU Clinics. Motivated by the organization's dedication to prioritizing patients, he joins with enthusiasm and a belief that the clinic is truly upholding the oath in primary care by putting people first.

Having spent his formative years in diverse regions such as South America, the Caribbean, and the Pacific Northwest, Dr. La Grotta has cultivated a unique perspective. His focus on Primary Care and Urgent Care stems from a seamless blend of practical experience and scientific knowledge.

Although his family has been in the Pacific Northwest for four decades, Dr. La Grotta eagerly embraces Arizona as his new home. He looks forward to immersing himself in the beauty of the state, connecting with its vibrant communities, and indulging in the rich gastronomy that Arizona has to offer.

I am a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) and a licensed naturopathic doctor (ND). My passion is in helping people prevent and treat chronic disease through use of natural medicine and healthy lifestyle changes. I believe that the body has an amazing capability to heal itself once we remove the obstacles to health.

As a registered dietitian nutritionist at DDCOC, I help my clients improve their health through optimal nutrition, appropriate lifestyle modifications, and quality supplementation whenever necessary. Since every individual is unique, I spend an extended amount of time one-on-one during our initial visit to get to know your health history and personal habits so we can together come up with an individualized plan that works best for your health. I encourage my clients to take charge of their own health and help them continue on their journey toward wellness.

In my free time, I enjoy experimenting with new healthy recipes, reading the most current research on health and nutrition, watching movies, camping, and taking nature hikes.

Education:

- BA in linguistics, California State University, Long Beach
- BS in nutrition, California State University, Long Beach
- MS in nutrition, California State University, Long Beach
- Dietetic internship, California State University, Long Beach
- Doctorate in naturopathic medicine, Bastyr University, WA

 

Through active listening and thoughtful questioning, I am able to deliver high quality care that utilizes the most recent advancements in medicine. I take pride in providing urgent care and primary care needs to the under-served areas of Inland Empire for the last 30 years.

Yessenia Toscano, FNP-C, MSN, BSN, RN, is a dedicated nurse professional at Apple Urgent Care in Colton, Coachella, Moreno Valley, Hemet, Perris, Riverside, Indio, and San Bernardino, California. 

Yessenia started her nursing education at Riverside City College in Riverside, California, earning an associate degree in nursing. While working as a clinical nurse at Riverside Community Hospital, Yessenia completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at California State University Fullerton in Fullerton, California. 

Dedicated to advancing in her profession, Yessenia continued her education at Azusa Pacific University in Azusa, California, earning her Master of Science to become a family nurse practitioner. During her master’s program, Yessenia won the Outstanding Masters Nursing Student award. 

Yessenia has several years of experience working as an acute care nurse and excels at delivering high-quality patient care as a nurse practitioner. She has experience in primary care, women’s health, pediatrics, psychosocial, and urgent care.

Urgent care, acute intensive care, and neurology are her favorite areas of medicine.

Yessenia is fluent in English and Spanish.

Outside of work, Yessenia enjoys gardening and spending time with her beautiful family.