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Candice Kim, MD, is a highly trained physician who is available to assist in all of your cardiology needs. She provides the best care possible to patients at Candice Kim Cardiology in Murrieta, California. 

Dr. Kim attended the University of California in Berkeley for her undergraduate studies, where she received her bachelor's degree in integrative biology. She then earned her medical degree at the University of Illinois Chicago.

Dr. Kim completed her internal medicine residency training at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. She went on to complete her cardiology fellowship at the University of Arizona, where she served as the chief cardiology fellow.

Dr. Kim is board-certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, echocardiography, and nuclear cardiology. Her special interests include women’s heart disease, cardiac imaging, preventive cardiology, and heart failure.

Dr. Kim is currently accepting new and existing patients at his Murrieta, California, office. You can schedule an appointment today by phone or online.

Christa Lawhom, ANP, originally from Ohio, became an RN in 1995, received a BSN in 2006, and moved to California in 2007. Graduated from Loma Linda University in 2009 with a Master's of Nursing and Adult Nurse Practitioner. Certified by the ANCC. Has worked as an NP in Primary care and Internal Medicine, mostly with some work in Sub-acute care.

Benson Eghreriniovo, MD is an internal medicine–trained physician based in Hemet, California. He will begin practicing primary care and urgent care medicine on May 1, 2026, with Maneka Raja’s clinic in Hemet, where he will provide comprehensive outpatient care for adult patients.

Dr. Eghreriniovo completed his Internal Medicine residency through the KPC Residency Program, where he developed broad experience in managing both acute and chronic medical conditions. His clinical expertise includes hypertension, diabetes, COPD, infectious diseases, and complex multi-morbidity, with a focus on evidence-based and patient-centered care.

He currently works as a hospitalist, managing inpatient admissions, coordinating multidisciplinary care, and ensuring safe transitions to outpatient follow-up. This background allows him to bridge inpatient and outpatient care effectively, improving continuity and reducing readmissions.

Prior to his medical career, Dr. Eghreriniovo served in the United States Navy as a Hospital Corpsman and Surgical Technologist (HM2/E-5), gaining experience in procedural support and high-acuity patient care.

He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree cum laude from the American University of Antigua College of Medicine and holds a bachelor’s degree in Public Health from National University. He is certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS).

Dr. Eghreriniovo is committed to delivering accessible, efficient, and high-quality care, with an emphasis on preventive medicine, same-day access, and building long-term relationships with patients in the Hemet community.

Manikanda Raja, MD, is a skilled internal medicine specialist in Hemet, California. He has more than 26 years of experience and holds an active state medical license in California. Dr. Raja is board-certified in internal medicine, hospice and palliative medicine, and addiction medicine. 

He takes an integrative approach to care. Dr. Raja is patient-oriented and offers same-day appointments.

Dr. Raja earned his medical degree at Madras Medical College in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. He completed an internship at Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center in The Bronx, New York City, and finished his medical training with a residency at Loma Linda University Health Education Consortium in Redlands, California.

Dr. Raja provides top-quality medical care. His patients enjoy his compassionate and friendly demeanor. He values exceptional patient-physician relationships and builds trust and confidence. Dr. Raja goes to great lengths to provide attention to detail and ensure pleasant patient experiences.

He’s the medical director for Ramona Rehab Nursing Center in Hemet, Hemet Valley Recovery Center in Hemet, and Living Waters Hospice in Riverside, California.

Dr. Raja maintains his medical credentials with continuing education. He’s a member of the American Medical Association (AMA), American College of Physicians (ACP), Riverside County Medical Association (RCMA), and the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM).

Dr. Raja warmly welcomes everyone to his practice and looks forward to helping them improve their health and well-being. Services include, DMV Physcials, Adult Care, and Fitness for duty exams.

To schedule an appointment with Manikanda Raja, MD, call his office or use the online booking feature today.

Linden Batiste, PA, is a certified and licensed physician assistant with more than 10 years of experience. She enjoys working as a team and helping her patients at Apple Urgent Care with locations in Colton, Coachella, Moreno Valley, Hemet, Perris, Riverside, Indio, and San Bernardino, California. 

Linden obtained a Bachelor of Science in dietetics/nutrition from California State University of San Bernardino in San Bernardino, California. She then went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in physician assistant studies at Charles R. Drew University School of Medicine and Science in Willowbrook, California.   

Before joining Apple Urgent Care, Linden spent many years honing her expertise and serving the community across California, focusing on providing primary health care services with an emphasis on human caring and the underserved.

Linden is dedicated to lifelong learning and eager to be working with communities of all sorts. 

Outside of work, Linden is a member of Cambridge’s Who’s Who and the American Legion. 

With a background in dietetics, nutrition, and community service, Linden gives her time to helping patients restore longevity to their lives and providing therapeutic health services to diverse populations.