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The Ghaly Center is the place for men and women living in Torrance, California, to experience healthcare solutions that let them live better — and longer. Under the leadership of Fouad Ghaly, MD, the center provides top-notch services in regenerative medicine.

Dr. Ghaly is one of the most influential physicians working in regenerative medicine therapies. He has participated in numerous regenerative medicine conferences all over the world. He has also collaborated with a distinguished, international group of leading physicians, researchers, and scientists on various projects. These projects include presentations on regenerative medicine, platelet-rich plasma therapy, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, tissue-specific stem cell research and enhanced external counterpulsation.

Dr. Ghaly created the Ghaly Center for Regenerative Medicine in 1995 to focus his attention on this relatively new field. He incorporates innovative scientific research, alternative therapies, state-of-the-art technology, and conventional medicine to create customized treatment plans. He’s passionate about educating and guiding each patient.

Dr. Richards earned his undergraduate degree from UC Berkeley and his medical degree from UCLA. Extending his training, he had the honor of a summer internship with Travis Windsor, M.D. who was a pioneer in electrocardiography (EKG technology). He then completed a 3 year residency in Internal medicine in the UCLA/VA program. His emphasis in preventive medicine and health promotion is in keeping with our practice philosophy.

Dr. Banafshe earned his undergraduate degree from UCLA and he then completed his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at Los Angeles County/USC Medical Center. Dr. Banafshe is sought after for his warm manner, capacity to listen and ability to clearly discuss medical issues so that he and his patient can effectively participate as a team in making decisions about care.

Dr. Marc D. Makhani, the founder of LA Digestive Health and Wellness, located at the Cedars-Sinai Medical Towers in Beverly Hills, California, is one of the best Gastroenterologists in the Los Angeles area. Dr. Makhani's patients benefit from his expertise in delivering a variety of procedures including endoscopy, colonoscopy, video capsule endoscopy, radiofrequency ablation, and testing for acid reflux and motility disorders. Patients can seek diagnoses and treatment for conditions ranging from hemorrhoids to Barrett’s Esophagus and colon cancer.

Dr. Makhani pursued his bachelor’s degree at UCLA with a major in psychobiology. He also volunteered at the Santa Monica UCLA Hospital as an undergraduate. He then went on to obtain his medical degree as a doctor of medicine (MD) at the University of Vermont College of Medicine. He subsequently obtained a board certification in internal medicine after completing his residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Makhani then continued his medical training by pursuing a specialty in gastroenterology at Temple University Hospital in Pennsylvania before moving back to Los Angeles to begin his practice.

Dr. Makhani of LA Digestive Health and Wellness centers his principles on a passion for promoting overall health and wellbeing. Proper digestion and preventative care are essential to proper nutrition and he is a firm believer in practicing what one preaches. Dr. Makhani’s belief is that health is the result of a multifactorial process including an active lifestyle, digestive health, and proper dietary habits.

As one of the best gastroenterologists in the Los Angeles, CA area, Dr. Makhani has a wide range of clinical and research interests in gastroenterology that include acid reflux, peptic ulcer disease, colon cancer screening and prevention, motility disorders and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).  We look forward to serving any and all of your digestive health needs. 

Pedram J. Enayati, MD, is Co-Director of Gastroenterology Associates of Beverly Hills. He is an expert in the care of gastroenterology patients, and is up to date on the latest treatments and cutting edge technology. As he and his Co-Director, Dr. Omid Shaye, have quickly become the “go-to” doctors for all GI disorders in Beverly Hills, California, Dr. Enayati brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to GABH.

Dr. Enayati has done extensive research on GI disorders, liver diseases, as well as liver/kidney transplantation. He is the author of numerous journal articles and abstracts and has presented on a variety of topics both nationally and internationally. Dr. Enayati is also the recipient of numerous awards, including Solomon Research Honors; Rubenstein Research Honors; and Excellence in Research award was given by the Western Medical Research Committee. He is a member of the American Society of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy; American

Gastroenterology Association; American College of Physicians; American Society of Internal Medicine; California Medical Association; and American Medical Students Association. Dr. Enayati has certifications from The American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Gastroenterology.

Dr. Enayati earned his undergraduate at the University of California, Los Angeles where he was Phi Beta Kappa, majoring in neuroscience, and then went on to earn his medical degree at the university’s medical school. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Cedars Sinai Medical Center. He also did a Gastroenterology Fellowship in the Department of Digestive Diseases at UCLA’s David Geffen School of Medicine. Dr. Enayati lives in Los Angeles and is married and has a young daughter. He enjoys biking and hiking.

Dr. Sasan Massachi is a board-certified internal medicine specialist located in Beverly Hills, CA. His office facilities are equipped with a range of services for men and women including annual physicals, vaccinations, ultrasounds, digital x-rays, bone density scans, and EKG stress tests. Additionally, he offers patients the convenience of an in-house laboratory, ensuring expedited test results for his patients. Preventative care is paramount to Dr. Massachi's practice, as he specializes in the most innovative techniques available through modern medicine today. Additionally, Dr. Massachi assists patients with identifying healthy practices and behaviors to incorporate into their daily lives that can stave off common illnesses. 

 

Dr. Massachi received his undergraduate degree at the University of California, Los Angeles, and attended medical school at the University of California, San Diego. Upon graduating, Dr. Massachi completed his internship and residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. He is credentialed with a California State Medical License and certified with the American Board of Internal Medicine. After graduating in 2010 from his residency program, Dr. Massachi joined the prestigious physicians group at Century City Primary Care, and recently opened a new state of the art office in Beverly Hills. 

 

Additionally, Dr. Massachi remains affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, performing a variety of procedures and overseeing inpatient care. Dr. Massachi's unique personal approach extends absolute courtesy, empathy, discretion, and respect to each of his patients, ensuring you receive foremost care and treatment in a comfortable and stress-free environment. 

 

To schedule an appointment please call 310-553-3013 or visit www.sasanmassachi.com/ and click on the ‘Request Appointment’ button.

Dr. Adam Karns is a physician serving patients in the Los Angeles, CA area. Dr. Karns feels strongly that each and every patient deserves the highest standard of medical care. Through his solo medical practice, he strives to provide exactly that to each patient every day. Dr. Karns offers services including hypertension treatment, diabetes treatment, ear infection treatment, heart disease treatment, mental health treatment, common cold treatment, obesity management, and much more through physical exams.

Dr. Karns attended University of California Los Angeles, where he earned his Bachelors of Arts in History. he then went on to earn his Masters Degree in Physiological Studies and Doctorate of Medicine from Chicago Medical School. With more than 18 years of experience as a board certified Internal Medicine physician, Dr. Karns has the knowledge and experience to provide patients with the very best in care. Call anytime to arrange an appointment with Dr. Karns.

Dan Naim, MD, is a pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine specialist at The Beverly Hills Lung and Sleep Institute in Beverly Hills, California.

Dr. Naim graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia in 2004.  He then completed his residency at the UCLA-VA combined Internal Medicine residency program. He subsequently completed a fellowship in Sleep Medicine at the same institution. He continued his medical training by completing a fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. 

He is quadruple board-certified through the American Board of Internal Medicine in the fields of Internal Medicine, Sleep Medicine, Pulmonary Medicine, and Critical Care Medicine.  He is a member of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the American College of Chest Physicians. He expertly manages a wide range of conditions related to pulmonary disease and sleep disorders in addition to taking care of critically ill patients in the hospital.  His clinical areas of interest include obstructive lung disease, lung cancer diagnosis, chronic cough, interstitial lung disease, obstructive sleep apnea, and narcolepsy.  During his consultations, Dr. Naim fully explains patients’ conditions and helps them choose an appropriate treatment plan. 

To better serve his patients, Dr. Naim is trilingual in English, Spanish, and Farsi.

Grace Wong, MD, is a highly skilled internist with a strong background in medicine. Dr. Wong serves men and women of all adult ages in Burbank, California. Her dedication to patient education, holistic approach, and deeply personable nature are just some of the reasons so many entrust her with their care.

Dr. Wong is passionate about her services in overall health and wellness. She believes there is a great deal of truth in the old adage that looking your best translates to feeling your best. To that end, Dr. Wong offers the latest aesthetic treatments and is always researching new options to include at her practice.

Education has always been an important part of Dr. Wong’s life. She completed her medical degree with a focus on internal medicine. Now in practice for more than a decade, Dr. Wong continues to seek out continuing education opportunities to further expand her skills and knowledge.  

Wellness also plays a central role in Dr. Wong’s practice. In addition to medical care, she provides top-quality wellness care, women’s health services to women of all ages, bio-identical hormone therapy, and aesthetic medicine. Dr. Wong is proud to introduce stress management and life coaching in her practice.  Life coach and stress reduction therapy are now available. Dr. Wong and her life coach associate take great pride in their ability to assist patients through tumultuous and challenging times in their lives.

Dr. Wong is assisted by an excellent support staff who share her commitment to achieving the very best in patient care. From the time you book your initial appointment through your treatment and beyond, you can rest assured you’re in capable and caring hands.

If you’re searching for the best, personable medical care, bio-identical hormone therapy, latest aesthetic services delivered by medical professionals, or seek to reduce stress and maximize your true potential, schedule a visit with Dr. Wong today. You can book a visit at her Burbank, California, practice online or call to check availability.

Dr. Sherwin Hariri is a board-certified adult and pediatric allergist and immunologist serving patients in Beverly Hills and the greater Los Angeles, CA area. He specializes in both adult and pediatric patients with asthma, allergic rhinitis, allergic conjunctivitis, sinusitis, history of food allergies, drug allergies, mast cell activation syndorme (MCAS), immune deficiencies, eczema and other allergic skin rashes.

Dr. Hariri is also an allergy and immunology attending Physician at Cedars-Sinai, where he sees patients with complicated allergic diseases. At Beverly Hills Allergy, we strive to help you breathe better so you can live better.

Dr. Hariri attended Saint Louis University School of Medicine, after which he completed an internship at the Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. He then went on to complete a residency in Internal Medicine at the world-renowned Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California.

After his residency, he went on to teach residents at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center (where he still teaches residents) and the West-LA VA Medical Center (a UCLA-affiliated hospital) as an academic hospitalist. He then decided to specialize in a condition that has always been his passion: Allergies. Dr. Hariri completed his fellowship in allergy and immunology at the prestigious UCLA West-LA VA program with pediatric rotations at the world-class Children's Hospital in Los Angeles (CHLA).

A diplomate of the American Board of Allergy and Immunology, Dr. Hariri is an expert in treating both adult and pediatric allergic and immunologic diseases. He is a clinical instructor at UCLA, and he volunteer attends at the West-LA VA Allergy & immunology clinic, where he teaches fellows (Doctors training to be allergy & immunology specialists) and internal medicine residents (physicians-in-training). 

Dr. Hariri is a Fellow of the American Academy of allergy, asthma and immunology and the American College Of Allergy, Asthma, Immunology. Dr. Hariri holds privileges at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. He is often consulted by other physicians to see their patients who are hospitalized with severe and complicated allergic and immunologic conditions.

Dr. Hariri performs comprehensive skin testing for aeroallergens (such as grasses, trees, weeds, molds, dust mites, and pet dander) and all kinds of foods. He offers immunotherapy to those who are looking for a potential cure for their allergic symptoms. The doctor also performs a very comprehensive patch test for delayed hypersensitivity to all kinds of chemicals, preservatives, fragrances, metals and dyes causing different types of skin rashes in his patients. Oral food and drug challenges are also performed in his office, as well as spirometry to test lung function in asthma patients.

Dr. Jeff Toll is passionate about developing strong patient-physician relationships and is committed to helping his patients improve their overall health and well-being. At his Los Angeles-based private practice, he focuses on delivering integrated preventive care. His holistic approach focuses on providing highly personalized care that caters to each patient’s whole health — mind, body, and soul.

Dr. Toll completed his bachelor’s degree at the University of Southern California. He went on to earn his medical doctorate at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia and completed his Internal Medicine Residency at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles.   

Dr. Toll understands his patients are busy and has structured his Los Angeles-based practice to accommodate their schedules and needs. In addition to his concierge program,  Dr Toll is now in network with medicare.  He also provides executive physicals, specialized preventative testing, as well as being available on a limited basis for house calls and telemedicine services. Patients benefit from functional medicine aimed at improving and balancing their hormones and body function, including IV therapies and customized weight loss programs.

Outside of his practice, Dr. Toll is Volunteer Faculty at Cedars-Sinai Internal Medicine Residency, teaching interns, residents, and UCLA medical students. He also has done medical research and has published in the areas of medical genetics, cancer, and addiction.

As a physician, my passion is to educate and empower my patients with truth and inspiration. To me, wellness is not the absence of disease, but rather a life of happiness, health and vitality. My medical wisdom is rooted in integrative treatments and a command of Western and Eastern medicines. My interdisciplinary background provides a variety of tools that help patients achieve success. Rather than focusing on symptoms, I address the whole person using a multi-faceted lens and treat them through orchestrating bio-identical hormones, IV nutrition therapy, heavy metal detoxification, and vitamin shots. I welcome the challenge of complex medical issues spanning from low energy, poor sleep, brain fog, weight issues, and hormonal and immunological imbalances.

Our goal at Infinity Wellness Institute is to help you manage your symptoms and improve your quality of life. Dr. Isabella Lai, MD will bring the best of modern Western medicine and combine it with integrative medicine to help you on your healing journey. We offer Acupuncture, Cupping, Trigger Point, and Food As Medicine, in addition to a meditation journey. Our modalities are evidence based and will get you back to living your most vibrant life.

Teferi Mitiku, MD, FACC, is a board-certified cardiologist in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology and Cardiovascular Disease. He specializes in cardiac electrophysiology (EP) and provides the entire spectrum of arrhythmia treatments, including medical therapy, catheter ablation, and device-based therapy. Dr. Mitiku strives to provide compassionate care for his patients at Coastal Cardiology of Orange County in Irvine and Ladera Ranch, California.

Dr. Mitiku earned his Bachelor of Science in molecular cell and development biology from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), graduating magna cum laude. He went on to attend the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, receiving his Doctor of Medicine. 

He then completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Stanford University Hospital in Stanford, California, before completing cardiovascular medicine and electrophysiology fellowships at Yale New Haven Hospital in New Haven, Connecticut.

He previously served as the Director of Electrophysiology and an Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of Cardiology at the University of California, Irvine (UCI) School of Medicine and Wayne State University School of Medicine.

During his academic appointments, Dr. Mitiku enjoys teaching medical students, residents, and cardiology fellows. He was awarded Outstanding Teacher of The Year for three consecutive years and was granted entry into the Gold Humanism Honor Society.

Dr. Mitiku is affiliated with UCI Medical Center in Orange, California, and serves as the director of electrophysiology at Hoag Irvine Hospital in Irvine, California. At Hoag, He was awarded the top quality performer within the Cardiology peer group for 2019 and 2020. He is also a member of the American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology, and the American Medical Association.

He looks forward to welcoming new patients and providing excellent care for those continuing at Coastal Cardiology of Orange County.

Huy Nguyen, MD, FACC, a cardiologist at Coastal Cardiology of Orange County, has deep roots in Irvine, California, one of the communities the practice proudly serves, along with Ladera Ranch, California.

Dr. Nguyen grew up in Irvine and received his Bachelor of Arts in biology from the University of California, Irvine. 

He then earned a master's in applied physiology and earned his medical degree from Chicago Medical School, one of the graduate schools of the Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in North Chicago, Illinois. 

Back in Orange County, he completed his internship and residency in internal medicine, as well as his fellowship training in general cardiology, all at UC Irvine Medical Center in Orange, California.

He then moved to New York to complete his interventional cardiology fellowship at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, where he was awarded Outstanding Interventional Cardiology Fellow of the Year.

Throughout the course of his training, Dr. Nguyen has given numerous lectures and presentations, and has authored publications in peer-reviewed journals on various topics in both general and interventional cardiology.  

He was involved with and participated in live case demonstrations at Mount Sinai Hospital, focusing on complex coronary interventions.

Dr. Nguyen believes in a patient-centric approach to cardiovascular care and focuses on the collaborative efforts with his patients in optimizing their outcomes.

In his spare time, Dr. Nguyen enjoys spending time with his family, watching movies, playing basketball, and surfing.