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Eli E. Hendel, MD, is a triple board-certified pulmonologist, sleep medicine specialist, and internist, offering care at his private practice in Glendale, California. With over 35 years of experience, Dr. Hendel is the go-to provider for patients with sleep apnea, asthma, COPD, insomnia, and a range of other health concerns. 

Dr. Hendel’s career started with his training in internal medicine at the State University of New York (SUNY) Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. He later completed fellowship training in pulmonary medicine at the University of Southern California Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. 

In addition to his private practice, Dr. Hendel was the chief of medicine at Dignity Health-Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center in Glendale, California. He is also associated with Glendale Adventist Medical Center. 

At his own private practice, Dr. Hendel proudly uses the latest tests and services in his specialties to evaluate, diagnose, and provide treatment to patients. He offers pulmonary function testing, spirometry, home sleep testing, and occupational lung disease evaluations, as well as worker’s compensation evaluations as a qualified medical examiner (QME). He specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia and continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) management for obstructive sleep apnea.

Eli E. Hendel, MD, currently accepts new and returning patients for pulmonary diseases and sleep disorders. To schedule an appointment, call the office or click the online booking button today.

Joao Ferraz, MD, is a fellowship-trained Critical Care Medicine specialist at Long Beach Medical Center. He completed his fellowship in Critical Care Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, where he received extensive training in the management of critically ill patients, including advanced mechanical ventilation, hemodynamic support, and cardiovascular critical care.

Prior to fellowship, Dr. Ferraz practiced as a hospitalist at Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. He completed his Internal Medicine residency in Chicago and earned his medical degree from the University of São Paulo in Brazil.

Dr. Ferraz has particular interests in mechanical ventilation, respiratory failure, hemodynamics, cardiovascular critical care, and the care of patients with complex multisystem illnesses. His training also includes extensive experience with advanced mechanical circulatory support, including ECMO, ventricular assist devices, and other temporary mechanical support systems.

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Ferraz is involved in medical education, clinical research, and quality improvement. He has published several peer-reviewed studies focused on the management of critically ill patients with respiratory failure and continues to pursue research aimed at improving evidence-based care and outcomes in the intensive care unit.

Originally from Brazil, Dr. Ferraz is fluent in English, Portuguese, Spanish, and French. Outside of medicine, he enjoys tennis, skiing, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Dr. Maged Tanios serves as the Regional Medical Director of Sound Physicians and is the current director of the ICU and Intensivists Program at Long Beach Medical Center. Dr. Tanios is a Board-Certified physician who specializes in pulmonary medicine, critical care, and sleep medicine. At Southern California Pulmonologists and Intensivists Network of Sound Physicians, the doctor and his staff serve the residents of Long Beach, California, and many neighboring communities. Dr. Tanios has been practicing medicine in Southern California for almost 15 years. He is a pillar in the local medical community and serves on many hospital boards and committees in the Long Beach area.

After completing his internal medicine residency, Dr. Tanios went on to complete several fellowships including three at Tufts-New England Medical Center in sleep medicine, critical care medicine, and pulmonary medicine. In addition to earning his medical degree, Dr. Tanios earned a Master of Public Health (MPH) in Health Services Management & Policy from Tufts University School of Medicine and is completing an MBA in Healthcare Management at Johns Hopkins Carey Business School.

Dr. Tanios is also an accomplished associate professor of medicine at David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Dr. Tanios received the Golden Apple Award for Teaching excellence from the Family Medicine program at Long Beach Medical Center and the Munzer Family Award for Research and Literary accomplishment from the Memorial Medical Center Foundation.

Dr. Tanios has received numerous achievements and awards for his work. He has been recognized by the American Lung Association and has also applied for and received grants from the National Institutes of Health. Most recently, Dr. Tanios was selected to the 2016 registry of “America’s Best Physicians.” He has also been listed on Southern California Super Doctors for the consecutive years of 2016-2021.

Dr. Tanios is a member of the American Thoracic Society, the American College of Chest Physicians, and the Society of Critical Care Medicine.

Dr. Javadi was born in Iran and grew up in Houston, Texas.  She received her undergraduate degree in Biology from The University of Texas at Austin and went on to obtain her Master's from Texas State University.  She received her medical degree from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed her Internship and Residency in Internal Medicine at Albany Medical Center in New York.  

She moved back to Houston to complete her Fellowship in Hepatology at The University of Texas Medical School in Houston, where she stayed on as an Attending Physician. 

After moving to Los Angeles in 2006, Dr. Javadi worked as Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine at Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California (USC).  She subsequently accepted an Assistant Professorship at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine to care for patients with Liver disease, and continued to train Residents and Fellows.  

Dr. Javadi eventually moved back to the Los Angeles area and joined ProDigest Gastroenterology & Hepatology Associates, to continue caring for patients with liver disease.  She is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and is a member of American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases.

Dr. Javadi is dedicated to helping patients with liver disorders, including fatty liver, viral Hepatitis, and management of liver cirrhosis/end-stage liver disease that may require liver transplant evaluation.  Her detailed and humanistic approach to providing care for patients with liver disorders is built on years of experience at various academic centers.

Dr. Javadi looks forward to serving the people of Southern California. 

Michael D. Marsh, MD, is a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine. He has been practicing internal medicine in California for over 25 years and currently serves patients at Premier Medical Center in the Toluca Lake neighborhood of Los Angeles, California.

For his undergraduate degree, Dr. Marsh attended the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where he obtained a Bachelor of Science in biochemistry. He then attended medical school at St. George’s University.

After medical school, Dr. Marsh completed his internship at New York University (NYU) Downtown Hospital in New York City, after which he completed his residency at Rutgers University in New Jersey. He specialized in internal medicine.

Dr. Marsh specializes in geriatrics, although as an accomplished internist, he has treated most every condition of the human body.

Dr. Marsh was raised in Los Angeles and is proud to call this city his home. He gladly accepts new patients and looks forward to your visit.

Bruce M. Stark, MD, is a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine and board-certified in internal and addiction medicine. He currently treats patients at Premier Medical Center in the Toluca Lake neighborhood of Los Angeles, California.

Dr. Stark attended the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB), where he received his Bachelor of Science in biopsychology. He then furthered his education, attending the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) for medical school. 

Dr. Stark completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in the West Hollywood neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. 

Dr. Stark’s areas of clinical interest include the treatment of chronic pain. Additionally, he is certified to prescribe Suboxone and Vivitrol.

Dr. Stark was born and raised in Hollywood, California, and graduated from Fairfax High School. When not working, he enjoys surfing, hiking, music, and classic films.

He is currently accepting both new and existing patients at Premier Medical Center.

Jose Luis Hernandez, MD, is a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine, treating patients at Premier Medical Center in the Toluca Lake neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. He is currently the Chair of Internal Medicine at Providence St. Joseph Hospital.

Originally from Chicago, Dr. Hernandez attended the University of Illinois in order to pursue his medical degree. He continued his medical education at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, California. There, he completed an internship program and received residency training in internal medicine.

His clinical area of expertise is hospital medicine. Dr. Hernandez is also fluent in Spanish and can treat a wide range of patients. 

At Premier Medical Center, Dr. Hernadez treats patients with various medical conditions, including upper and lower respiratory infections, sinus infections, physical exams, hypertension, diabetes, and more.

He is currently accepting both new and existing patients.

Alure Wellness is an aesthetics and wellness center located in Burbank, California. With a team of trained medical professionals that includes experienced physicians like Grace Wong, MD, Alure Wellness strives to help its clients look as good as they feel.

The entire team understands what a difference it makes to feel confident and happy in your skin. That’s why they focus on meeting every client’s unique needs, whether they’re struggling with weight gain, chronic fatigue, wrinkles, saggy skin, or acne. Combining their vast knowledge of aesthetic remedies with an empathetic ear, they can find the right solution for you.

Alure Wellness has the most advanced aesthetic equipment and technology and offers microneedling with Platelet-rich Plasma (PRP) therapy, Botulinum toxin injecetions, and a variety of dermal fillers to improve the tone and texture of your skin. PRP hair restoration is also available.

For those who are looking for visible results fast, the Alure Wellness team has the skill and training to perform thread lifts, which offer comparable results to a traditional facelift without injections or surgery. This minimally invasive treatment can significantly lift and tighten skin with minimal downtime.

Offering personalized medical weight loss plans and vitamin therapy to boost metabolism, increase energy levels, and help you look and feel your best, Alure Wellness is a multifaceted practice with the right treatments for you. 

Call Alure Wellness or schedule an appointment online today to learn more.

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