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Preston Arndt, MD, is a skilled primary care physician, integrative medicine specialist, and founder of Preston Arndt, MD Medical Clinic in Ojai, California. 

Dr. Arndt graduated from the Ventura County Family Medicine Residency Program in 2003. His dream was to open his own clinic and provide an calm and creative environment for the patient to explore all options to obtaining optimal health. He enjoys teaching patients on the contibuing factors that cause disease and how to modify the factors, taking into account the patient's individiual values and goals.  Dr. Arndt is board certified in family medicine and integrative medicine, giving him knowledge of both allopathic and complementary medicine, which allows for patient-centered, evidence-based, informed, and shared decision-making. 

Additionally, he has assisted in the transition of pediatric to adult care for individuals with special needs. This led to his interest in cystic fibrosis care and management. He is currently the associate-director of the cystic fibrosis clinic in Ventura and is an advocate for those who have need of services with chronic life-long conditions. 

Another specialty that Dr. Arndt is an expert in is cannabinoid medicine. He enjoys educating physicians and patients on the topic. He is trained by the Holistic Cannabis Academy and is a member of the Society of Cannabis Clinicians.

Lastly, Dr. Arndt also is an attending physician and educator and enjoys teaching residents and students. He welcomes his previous patients to visit him and looks forward to meeting new patients and families in the community.

Dr Bahadorani received her doctorate from Loma Linda University, School of Public Health. She holds a master’s degree in biomedical science from Midwestern University, College of Health Sciences in Phoenix, Arizona. Her strong background in biomedical sciences, coupled with her education and experience in public health provides a unique expertise in understanding pathways of disease, and knowing the strategic systems, models and interventions to prevent them. She is a certified health education specialist and a certified health and wellness coach providing consultation for wellness programs. Her work in public health is focused on lifestyle medicine with integrative approaches to disease prevention and health promotion. Her latest public health research study was an integrative intervention for stress reduction of a significantly distressed population. Results demonstrated improved health outcomes compared to two control groups. The study has been accepted for oral presentations at national and international professional health conferences such as the American Public Health Association, the International Congress of Behavioral Medicine, the International Qualitative Health Research Conference, the American Psychology Association, and the World Congress of Psychotherapy at UNESCO in Paris.

Education and Background

• Doctorate in Public Health from Loma Linda University
• Master’s in Biomedical Sciences from Midwestern University
• Bachelor of Art in Honors English from California State University, Northridge
• Certified Health and Wellness Coach
• Certified Health Education Specialist

Work Experience & Specialization

Lifestyle Health Behavior Specialist and Wellness Expert implementing programs that inspire, motivate, and engage adult participants. The programs are whole person approaches to health promotion and not just focused on physical fitness or diet. Participants will gain the confidence and self-efficacy to implement the acquired skills in their life.

• Health and Wellness Coaching and Health Education on
• Lifestyle interventions on health promotion and burnout prevention.
• Chronic disease prevention and management.
• Improving sleep quality.
• Effects of nutrition on stress reduction. 
• Nutrition: including guidelines for grocery shopping, food storage and healthy meal preparation.
• Guided relaxation sessions.

Practice Updates

• I do not provide treatments. My work is focused to improve health by offering evidence-based programs in lifestyle medicine that promotes optimal health and wellness.
• Chair of the Wellness Center for the Integrative, Complementary, Traditional Heath Practices Section for the American Public Health Association Conference.
• Presenting at the Western Psychological Conference in San Francisco and the 32nd International Conference of Psychology in Prague.

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,  featured on Good Day LA/ Fox 11, “The Doctors” show, and the Creator/Host for "The Wellness Factor" - a Podcast series. 

Dr. Gutkin specializes in emergency medicine after completing his residency at MLK-King Drew Hospital here in Los Angeles. He joined our team in September of 2021 and has been committed to helping us ensure patients receive top of the line care. Dr. Gutkin served as a medical director at the non profit organization for Medic-1 Ambulance for 7 years. When he's not helping patients you can find him enjoying good food, fine wines and scuba diving.

Hailing from Los Angeles, California, Dr. Behnaz Behmanesh brings her sunny California personality to all her patients. Staying true to her Southern California roots, she is a graduate of UCLA and Western University of Health Sciences. In addition, Dr. Behmanesh completed comprehensive training in Obesity Medicine through Columbia University’s Institute of Human Nutrition. She is triple board certified in Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine, and stays up-to-date on the latest medical discoveries. Dr. Behnaz Behmanesh is excited to be your Family Doctor and Weight Loss Doctor in Burbank and Los Angeles. When not striving to keep her patients happy and healthy, she enjoys hiking with her family at Franklin Canyon and shopping at Trader Joe’s.

Dr. Behmanesh in the News:

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Christina Pangan, MSN, FNP-C, is a dedicated family nurse practitioner and wound care specialist committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered healthcare to individuals and families. She provides expert care at Field Medical Solutions, with offices in Las Vegas, Nevada, Burbank, and Calexico, California.

With over a decade of nursing experience and advanced training in family medicine and wound management, Christina takes pride in delivering personalized care plans that support long-term health and healing.

Christina’s expertise includes comprehensive patient assessments, chronic disease management, and advanced wound care treatments that promote faster recovery and prevent complications. She has a proven track record of improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practices, diagnostic testing, and education that empowers patients to take charge of their health.

Her background includes years of service in the United States Air Force, where she honed her skills in leadership, post-operative care, and complex case management. Today, Christina brings that same level of precision, dedication, and teamwork to every patient interaction. 

Whether you need preventive care, ongoing management of a chronic condition, or specialized wound care, Christina is committed to ensuring you receive the highest quality of treatment in a supportive and understanding environment.

All-In Medical Center is a full-service family medicine clinic in Glendale, California. Along with a team of experienced physicians, Elizabeth Grigoryan, MD, provides comprehensive health care for patients of all ages. The practice offers specialized services for children, adolescents, and adults to ensure every patient receives the care they deserve throughout life.

All-In Medical Center takes an integrative approach to care. Dr. Grigoryan and the physicians utilize research-based methods, such as preventive care, medication management, and chronic disease treatment to help people maintain optimal health.

Preventive care is a cornerstone of the practice. Dr. Grigoryan and the physicians at the practice provide sports physical exams, heart disease management, and men and women’s health care to prevent new or worsening health conditions.

San Feliz Urgent Care in Glendale, California, provides superior medical care for the whole family. The highly trained medical specialists have experience managing the acute and chronic health needs of adults and children and specialize in primary care and urgent care services.

The office features on-site lab services, X-rays, and other advanced diagnostic technologies to ensure individuals get the answers they need to make informed decisions about their health.

Available primary care services include same-day sick visits for strep throat, urinary tract infections (UTIs), and minor injuries. The physicians customize individual care plans that address the root cause of illness rather than just masking symptoms.

San Feliz Urgent Care values the importance of preventive care and offers annual physicals, sports physicals, and immunizations. The team screens for chronic diseases like diabetes and high blood pressure (hypertension) and provides sexually transmitted disease (STD) testing on-site.

The Glendale-area practice also offers wellness services like intravenous (IV) hydration therapy to strengthen immunity, restore energy, and support recovery from strenuous exercise. The highly skilled team personalizes IV therapy to rehydrate the body and deliver essential vitamins and minerals directly into the bloodstream.

For the convenience of busy families, extended office hours are available. The team maintains a safe, welcoming environment for families and focuses on providing the highest level of customer satisfaction. The providers also have access to a nearby emergency room and children’s hospital to coordinate care for medical emergencies.

Call San Feliz Urgent Care to schedule a consultation or book an appointment online today.