Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Wayne Dysinger, MD, MPH
Wayne is an Inland Empire native, having been born and raised in Loma Linda and Yucaipa. He completed medical school at Loma Linda University, followed by a Family Medicine Residency at Florida Hospital, and a Preventive Medicine Residency back at Loma Linda. He has worked in Guam, Atlanta and New Hampshire prior to returning to Loma Linda University as Chair of the Preventive Medicine Department in 2003. Wayne has an international reputation as a leader in the field of Lifestyle Medicine, having served as President of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, and as an international consultant in the area. He is also the Medical Director of the Lifestyle Medicine Institute, and a Professor at Loma Linda University. He is passionate about treating what is really causing health problems, not just putting Band-Aids on superficial issues.
“I am so happy to make the switch from a traditional doctors office. Dr. Dysinger and his team are more interested in helping the problems with natural sources. Not medicine.”
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.
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, Costa Mesa, Cathedral City, 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.
Ryan D. Rowan, PA-C, is a skilled Board Certified Physician Associate specializing in primary care. At Temecula Medical Group in Temecula, California, he takes pleasure in connecting with patients, learning about their lives, and helping them achieve their health goals. He enjoys working with people from all walks of life, especially those of different cultures.
Ryan was born and raised in Dana Point and Mission Viejo, California. After earning his BA from Brigham Young University, he worked as a medical interpreter for Spanish-speaking patients and loved what he saw. He observed many clinicians and nurses compassionately caring for their patients and found such purpose in their daily efforts and satisfaction in their conversations.
Ryan then completed Drexel University’s Hahnemann Physician Assistant Program with a Master of Health Science in 2007. He scored in the 95% on the National Board Exam. Aside from all primary care skills and duties, Ryan is trained in Osteopathic Manipulation Technique of the spine.
Ryan has provided health care to underserved populations in two different Federally Qualified Health Centers. He spent a year and a half in Central California and five years in Idaho, four of which he served as lead clinician for a rural health clinic. Currently, Ryan is participating in a pilot test program to improve the recertification process for all Physician Assistants in the US by the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants.
He has been described as a true caregiver; his patients often leave appointments feeling lifted. In addition to English, Ryan also speaks fluent Spanish and Portuguese.
Outside of work, Ryan loves participating in sports with his four children, including football, soccer, basketball, and any sport with a board. He also enjoys the musical benefits of four accomplished musicians (his kids) in his home.
"True “caregiver” in every way, you may come feeling down and leave feeling lifted."
“The clinic is nice! It is clean and modern. The medical
assistant, Mark was very attentive and helpful.
Armanda Alvarez was excellent. She knows to to listen and also identify issues. She relays information without scaring you…it is more like stating the facts and finding how to deal with them.
She was referred to me and I am grateful to have her as my primary care. ”
Richard Rawson, DO, is a board-certified Osteopathic Physician. Surgeon and a concierge primary care physician who sees patients at Temecula Medical Group in Temecula, California. Dr. Rawson is a native of Southern California. He grew up in Mission Viejo, graduating from Mission Viejo High School. Dr. Rawson attended Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, where he received his Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology. He received his medical degree from the Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Iowa.
Dr. Rawson completed his residency training at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, Washington — part of the University of Washington Family Medicine Residency Network. The University of Washington School of Medicine has been identified as the nation’s top primary-care school in each of the last 18 years by US News & World Report and the top medical school in the country in family medicine and rural medicine training for the past 20 years.
Dr. Rawson was deployed to Afghanistan in 2012-2013, supporting Operation Enduring Freedom as the Squadron Surgeon for the 1st Squadron of the 4th Cavalry Regiment of the US Army. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians, and Temecula Medical Group is one of the first direct care practices in the nation. He speaks both English and Spanish.
Dr. Rawson loves the Lakers, Cowboys, Angels, and Dodgers. He loves spending time with family and is driven not to waste a minute. He is forever grateful for the sacrifice of our men and women in uniform whose lives ended too soon and thankful for their gift of freedom. Dr. Rawson was honored with a Bronze Star for service while deployed with the 1st Squadron, 4th Cavalry Regiment to support Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. Causes he cares about include Wounded Marine and Operation Underground.
"Decorated prior military physician who loves serving his country, patients, and family."
“The clinic is nice! It is clean and modern. The medical
assistant, Mark was very attentive and helpful.
Armanda Alvarez was excellent. She knows to to listen and also identify issues. She relays information without scaring you…it is more like stating the facts and finding how to deal with them.
She was referred to me and I am grateful to have her as my primary care. ”
Katie Pawelek, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, is a dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner with a passion for delivering patient-centered care at Temecula Medical Group. With over a decade of experience in nursing, Katie brings a wealth of expertise from her work in cardiology, emergency services, and surgical care across prestigious institutions like Scripps Green Hospital and Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital. Holding advanced certifications including FNP-C, CEN, and ACLS, she excels in managing acute and chronic conditions with a focus on empowering patients through education and compassionate care.
Katie’s approach to healthcare is rooted in her commitment to timely, individualized treatment plans that enable patients to understand and manage their health effectively. Her extensive background in high-acuity settings, such as Level I Trauma and STEMI Receiving Centers, has honed her ability to make critical decisions and collaborate seamlessly with interdisciplinary teams. At Temecula Medical Group, she provides comprehensive care, from ordering and interpreting diagnostics to performing procedures and furnishing medications.
Outside of her professional life, Katie is an active mother who can often be found cheering on her children at volleyball games or baseball fields. A lover of the outdoors, she enjoys music, dancing, art, and home decorating, bringing the same warmth and creativity to her patient interactions. Katie’s blend of clinical excellence and genuine care makes her a trusted provider for families in the Temecula community.
"I believe in treating every patient like family, listening to their needs, and guiding them with care and compassion."
“The clinic is nice! It is clean and modern. The medical
assistant, Mark was very attentive and helpful.
Armanda Alvarez was excellent. She knows to to listen and also identify issues. She relays information without scaring you…it is more like stating the facts and finding how to deal with them.
She was referred to me and I am grateful to have her as my primary care. ”
