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At Valencia Center for Women’s Health, Dr. Michelle Uaje is a leading provider of obstetrics and gynecological medicine for women throughout Santa Clarita Valley area. At the Valencia, California location patients can receive services such as genetic counseling, gynecological cancers screening, fetal testing, family planning, 4D/3D ultrasounds, laparoscopic surgery, minimally invasive procedures, hysteroscopy, and pelvic reconstruction as well as care for urinary incontinence, infertility, menopause, and osteoporosis.

Dr. Uaje obtained her medical degree from the University of California at Irvine, and she completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Kaiser Permanente in Santa Clara, during which she served as chief resident. Dr. Uaje is a concerned and capable OB/GYN, who serves the community and provides the utmost care to each person. She is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and holds memberships in the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists. Dr. Uaje received awards from Kaiser Permanente and the University of California at Irvine for her mentorship efforts. She has also served as an Associate Physician at the Southern California Permanente Medical Group.

Dr. Uaje is devoted to ensuring that patients’ health continues to improve and maintain optimal states. She is also passionate about developing long-lasting relationships with each and every one of her patients. Dr. Uaje works to take her time with patients so she can fully understand their symptoms and give accurate diagnoses to ensure the ongoing health of all her patients. Patients can visit Dr. Uaje for a wide array of reasons including pregnancy, breast cancer screening, fibroids, pap smears, and abdominal pain.

Valencia Center for Women’s Health and Dr. Uaje welcome all new patients to the practice, where most major forms of insurance are accepted.

At Valencia Center for Women’s Health, Dr. Navid Navizadeh is a leading provider of women’s health services including obstetrics and gynecology. Patients throughout the Valencia, California area, can receive services such as fetal testing, family planning, minimally invasive procedures, genetic counseling, gynecological cancers screening, laparoscopic surgery, 4D/3D ultrasounds, hysteroscopy, and pelvic reconstruction as well as care for infertility, menopause, urinary incontinence, and osteoporosis.

Dr. Navizadeh is the founder and medical director of Valencia Center for Women’s Health. He received his undergraduate degree in genetics and molecular biology at the University of California. Dr. Navizadeh completed a comprehensive research fellowship in molecular and cell biology at the University of California at San Francisco (UCSF). He further expanded his research experience at the University of Southern California’s School of Medicine, where he obtained his medical degree.

At the USC School of Medicine, Dr. Navizadeh had the chance to work on innovative research projects in the fields of obstetrics, gynecology, endocrinology, infertility, and ultrasound imaging. He investigated the effects of seizure disorders and the treatment programs in pregnancy. Dr. Navizadeh was awarded the Pacific Coast Fertility Society’s award in Estrogen research.

Dr. Navizadeh completed an internship in Obstetrics at the Parkland Memorial Hospital in Dallas, Texas. He continued his residency at Mount Sinai-Maimonides Medical Center in New York. In obstetrics, his group’s work in ultrasonography to predicate preterm labor was published and received several awards. In the area of infertility and endocrinology, Dr. Navizadeh's works contributed to the understanding of the effects of an embryo’s size and quality in the process of in-vitro fertilization (IVF). Dr. Navizadeh completed the prestigious Galloway fellowship at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. There, he had the opportunity to advance his surgical skills in complex gynecological operations in addition to learning the latest laparoscopic and endoscope techniques.

Dr. Navizadeh has also expanded his interest to urogynecology and pelvic surgery. In southern California, he pioneered the use of the new Transopturator Sling procedure for treating female urinary incontinence.

Valencia Center for Women’s Health and Dr. Navizadeh welcome all new patients to the practice and can work with most forms of medical insurance.

Dr. Sepideh Zahedy-Kapusta of Women & Family Clinic in La Habra, California, has a passion for aesthetics, educating patients, and giving every individual the highest standard of care. Dr. Zahedy specializes in family medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, and med spa treatments for patients of all ages wanting to look and feel their best from the inside out. She combines her medical knowledge with an artistic eye for cosmetic precision to offer patients an array of first-rate health care and in-office med spa procedures.

Dr. Zahedy began her medical career in Germany where she graduated from Justus-Liebig University Giessen medical school. From there she continued her specialty studies in a three-year OB/GYN program at Heppenheim, Germany. Upon completion, Dr. Zahedy moved to Pennsylvania for an internship at Geisinger Health System, and she completed her residency program at Danbury Hospital in Connecticut.

In private practice for over 20 years, Dr. Zahedy treats women of all ages at her La Habra office, and educates patients regarding many aspects of gynecology and obstetrics. She offers a wide range of gynecological testing and in-office procedures with both a medical and holistic approach.

Dr. Zahedy specializes in normal and high-risk pregnancies and individualized birth experiences. She believes that having a child is one of the most important and exciting moments in a woman’s life and that each pregnancy and birth is as unique as the individual mother and baby.

Dr. Zahedy is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology, with credentials in aesthetics, and pursues additional education and training for a variety of cosmetic procedures. She is a member of the Association of American Physicians and is fluent in English, German, Spanish, and Farsi.

Dumrong Tangchitnob, MD is an OB/GYN and cosmetic specialist at Tangchitnob MD in West Covina, California, who has been improving women’s health for more than 30 years. Specializing in minimally invasive gynecologic and robotic surgery, he is a dedicated practitioner aimed at providing excellent care to women using the most advanced treatment options available.

Dr. Tangchitnob received his medical degree from Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok, Thailand. He remained in Bangkok to complete his internship at Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital. He then traveled to the United States to complete his pediatric and OB/GYN residency and neonatology fellowship at Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City, New Jersey.

He is a board-certified OB/GYN and is a fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery. Dr. Tangchitnob is also very involved in the Citrus Valley Health Foundation, serving on their board of trustees.

To better serve his diverse community, Dr. Tangchitnob speaks a number of languages including Thai, Chinese, and Spanish.

Dr. Tangchitnob combines warmth and compassion with modern medicine to improve both comfort and care for his patients.

Dr. Tangchitnob is married with two grown children. He and his son, Dr. Edward Tangchitnob, work together at Tangchitnob MD, while his daughter is an attending physician specializing in geriatrics at Kaiser Permanente.

Edward Tangchitnob, MD, MBA, FACOG, FACS is a robotic surgeon and regenerative medicine physician specializing in minimally invasive and holistic treatments for chronic diseases associated with aging. Dr. Tangchitnob’s private practice is located in West Covina, CA.

Dr. Tangchitnob performs robotic procedures for women to help treat abnormal uterine bleeding, pelvic pain, infertility, and urogynecological symptoms that occur after childbirth. After graduating from his robotic surgery and advanced endoscopic fellowship at Scripps Clinic in San Diego, CA he was recruited by Emanate Health to serve as the medical director for the developing Minimally Invasive Gynecology Surgery (MIGS) division.

In 2013, he helped secure the Center of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecology (COEMIG) designation for Emanate Health. In 2016, he later led the Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery (COERS) designation for general surgery, oncology and urology. He has served as a consultant and board advisor for several pharmaceutical and biomedical companies including Abbvie, Allergan Medtronic, Smith and Nephew, and Cooper Surgical. In 2017 he founded Timeless Health MD which focuses on holistic treatments for aging such as bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, intimacy procedures, and aesthetics medicine.

In 2021 he became one of the first gynecologic surgeons nationwide to become certified in the surgical subspecialty of Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (MIGS) by the American Board of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.

Dr. Tangchitnob earned his medical degree at Tufts University in 2008 after graduating with a B.S. in electrical and biomedical engineering at Tufts University in 2004. He served as the Executive Chief Resident during his OB/GYN residency at Cedars Sinai Medical Center. He is an active member of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) and the American Association of Gynecological Laparoscopists (AAGL). He works closely with hospital executives to build surgical and medical programs and holds an MBA from the USC Marshall School of Business.

Dr. Minal Mehta is a board-certified physician who specializes in the fields of obstetrics and gynecology. The doctor and her staff serve the residents of Fountain Valley, California, and many nearby communities, including Huntington Beach, Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, Westminster, Santa Ana, and Anaheim. She has over 18 years of experience serving the community as a licensed OB/GYN. At her office, the doctor uses state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and treatment options to provide her patients with the best medical care possible. She performs deliveries at Orange Coast Memorial and Fountain Valley Regional. 

Dr. Mehta received her medical degree in 1998 when she graduated from Chicago Medical School. At that time, she turned her interest toward her chosen area of practice. She specializes in treating OB/GYN patients who are high-risk as well as those who have problems with fertility and conception.

About Dr. Kim

Jamie Kim, MD, FACOG, is a board-certified OB/GYN and an accredited associate of the Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation Institute of America with a practice in Fountain Valley, California. Dr. Kim is one of only a handful of doctors in the United States with advanced training in aesthetic reconstructive vaginal surgery, and she is among only a few women in the state of California able to perform these surgeries.

In addition to restoring vaginal health, Dr. Kim is also an experienced surgeon, with 25 years in practice. She offers da Vinci® robotic surgery for the removal of fibroids, ovarian tumors, and endometrial tissue. She also provides expert OB/GYN services, including well-women examinations and Pap smears as well as care and delivery of normal and high-risk pregnancies. For patients of all ages, Dr. Kim provides BioTe® hormone optimization.

To keep her patients looking young and vibrant, Dr. Kim also provides aesthetic treatments, including dermal fillers and Botox®. Dr. Kim received her undergraduate degree in biomedical science from the University of California Riverside, graduating cum laude. She then went to the University of California Los Angeles Medical School for her medical degree, and after completing an internship at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, she finished her residency program in OB/GYN at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis.

When she isn’t busy helping her patients live healthier, happier lives, Dr. Kim is spending time with her husband and children at their home in Newport Beach.

Dr. Kim is fluent in Korean, English, and medical Spanish, and each member of her team speaks at least two languages.

Salman Okour, MD, is a board-certified gynecologist specializing in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery. 

At his private practice, Southern California Center for Advanced Gynecology, in Fountain Valley, California, Dr. Okour offers exceptional care and support to adolescent girls and women of all ages who are struggling with a wide range of gynecologic problems.

After graduating from the University of Baghdad in Baghdad, Iraq, Dr. Okour completed his OB/GYN residency at Saint Joseph's University Medical Center in Paterson, New Jersey. During his residency, he was involved in the surgical training of senior residents. 

He also received the faculty residents teaching award from the Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City, New Jersey.

As a high-volume gynecologic surgeon, Dr. Okour has extensive experience that has enabled him to optimize minimally invasive techniques. As a result, he provides better outcomes and has lower complication rates.

Dr. Okour's surgical specialties include laparoscopy, hysteroscopy, and minimally invasive procedures such as abdominal cerclage and endometrial ablation. 

He brings expert skills in fertility-enhancing myomectomy, ovarian tissue-preserving cystectomy, endometriosis resection, as well as laparoscopic hysterectomies, pelvic organ prolapse surgery, colpocleisis, and tubal reanastomosis. 

With clinical interests covering the full spectrum of gynecologic conditions, Dr. Okour often treats uterine fibroids, endometriosis, ovarian cysts, pelvic organ prolapse, and infertility. 

He maintains professional memberships in the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (AAGL), and the American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM).

At Celebrating Women Center in Oxnard, California, Dr. Adrienne Lara, MD, wants her patients to know that she went to medical school for you. She believes good patient care is collaborative, and involves both the patient and doctor working together as a team to get to the same goal — patient wellness. Dr. Lara takes the time to listen to her patients to better understand who they are, so she’s not treating symptoms, but the whole patient, including their mind, body, and spirit.

Voted favorite MedSpa by the Ventura County Reporter and Best Med Spa Readers’ Choice County Star 2018, Celebrating Women Center offers a number of health and wellness treatments focused on regenerative medicine that allows patients’ natural beauty to shine through, including microneedling, platelet rich plasma (PRP), and vaginal rejuvenation with advanced medical treatments such as laser therapy and surgical procedures.

After beginning her career in health care as a nurse, Dr. Lara then went to medical school at Boston University School of Medicine and completed her internship and residency program in obstetrics and gynecology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, which is part of Harvard Medical School.

Dr. Lara takes great pride in her community and believes as a doctor it’s her role to teach and share her knowledge so that her patients understand that they have options. Her integrity and authenticity when it comes to health care are why she’s so loved by all who see her.

Dr. Lara is fluent in English and Spanish to serve patients from a variety of backgrounds.

Dr. Clark has a passion for healing and for improved patient outcomes. He received his medical degree from the University of Utah School of Medicine and completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology. After completing residency, he further specialized by completing a Fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery ("Urogynecology") at Indiana University/Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, IN.

Dr. Clark is nationally recognized for his surgical skills and teaches advanced surgical techniques to other physicians throughout the United States. In 2008, he was invited by the Jordanian government to teach advanced gynecology surgery techniques to the Ministry of Health Gynecology Division. Dr. Clark uses a wide range of surgical and laparoscopic techniques and a da Vinci® robot. He participates in the design and development of surgical instruments and uses cutting edge urogynecology surgery techniques, products, and modalities.

Professional Recognition

• Board Certified, OB/GYN
• Board Certified, Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery
• Member, Phi Beta Kappa
• Fellow, American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists
• Invited Guest of Government of Jordan to teach minimally invasive gynecologic surgery

Yonatan Mahller, MD, Ph.D., provides expert obstetric and gynecologic care to women of all ages at Orange County OBGYN in Orange County. Patients can access a full range of services at his office in Newport Beach, California, where he offers well-woman care, care for low and high-risk pregnancies, pre-conception and infertility counseling and treatment for menopause. Dr. Mahller combines excellent surgical training with cutting-edge technology, including the MonaLisa Touch® laser that treats vaginal discomfort associated with menopause and urinary incontinence. He is affiliated with Hoag Hospital.

Dr. Mahller is a native of Southern California. While at the University of California at Santa Barbara, he obtained a Bachelor’s degree in physiology and a Master’s degree in molecular biology. He then relocated to the Midwest to attend the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, where he completed a dual degree program, obtaining his M.D. and a Ph.D. in developmental biology. He then returned to California and completed residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the prestigious Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.

Throughout his medical training, Dr. Mahller has won numerous awards recognizing his caring bedside manner and stellar surgical skills. While in graduate school, he performed significant preclinical research studies utilizing novel anticancer agents and authored numerous publications on topics such as cancer stem cells. He has given multiple presentations at international scientific meetings. During residency, Dr. Mahller created and implemented a course for OB/GYN residents, teaching them the Spanish needed to provide care to Spanish-speaking patients.

Dr. Mahller is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG) to provide a wide range of women’s health services, including pregnancy care and delivery, gynecology, minimally invasive surgery, infertility and well-woman care. His patients can count on him to devote the time needed to answer their questions, get to the underlying cause of their symptoms, and develop an individualized treatment plan.

When he’s not caring for patients, Dr. Mahller likes to travel, cook, and spend time with his growing family.

Jeremy Chang, MD, is an obstetrician and gynecologist at Orange County OBGYN. He is dedicated to providing top-quality women’s health care services to those living in Newport Beach, California, and the surrounding Orange County area.

Dr. Chang was born and raised in Southern California. He studied physiology at the University of California, Los Angeles, and obtained his medical degree from Tufts University in Boston. Dr. Chang then came back to UCLA to complete his residency in obstetrics and gynecology.

During residency, he developed an interest in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery and gained invaluable experience in caring for high-risk pregnancies. Throughout his years in training, Dr. Chang conducted research on non-obstetric surgeries during pregnancy, as well as patient satisfaction with length of stay after surgery.

Dr. Chang is a firm believer in developing a collaborative relationship and individualized care plan with each of his patients. He looks forward to partnering with women in their health care at Orange County OBGYN.

Hoag Profile

Dr. Maggie Pham is a board certified OB/GYN physician. She is originally from San Jose, California, and graduated with a BS in Physiology from UCLA. She completed her medical school education at Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, California, and did her OB/GYN residency at Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago, IL.

Training in a smaller metropolitan community residency program has allowed her to gain an incredible breadth of experience and volume, including extensive training in minimally invasive gynecologic surgeries. In addition, training at a Level 3 Perinatal hospital and high-risk obstetrics referral center has also given her the opportunity to manage a large variety of complex high-risk pregnancies.

Dr. Pham strongly believes in providing quality health care to a diverse population, especially to underserved communities. She is very passionate about obstetrics and gynecology and strives to provide comprehensive patient-centered care to her patients. She is excited to join the FemCare team and provide quality women's health care to the Pomona Valley community.

In her spare time, Dr. Pham enjoys reading, cooking, hiking, and traveling the world.

Dr. Simmi P. Dhaliwal is a board-certified OB/GYN physician at Femcare Medical Associates in Pomona and Ontario, California. As a Fellow of The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, she's committed to ongoing professional education and provides patients with the highest quality health care.

Dr. Dhaliwal completed her undergraduate studies in biomedical sciences at the University of California, Riverside. She attended medical school at the University of California, Los Angeles School of Medicine from 1992-1996, and she completed her residency at Harbor UCLA Medical Center Department of OB/GYN from 1996-2000.

She was Chairman of the OB/GYN department at Pomona Valley Hospital from 2007-2008, 2009-2010, and 2015-2016. Dr. Dhaliwal has been board-certified by the American Board of OB/GYN since 2003.

Dr. Dhaliwal has lived in the area since she was 15-years-old and attended all local schools. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, bike riding at the beach, shuttling her three kids to soccer, and walking her Labrador puppy.

Catalin Marinescu, MD, FACOG, specializes in pelvic surgery with an emphasis on minimally invasive procedures at OBGYN CARE in Newport Beach and Irvine, California. He performs gynecologic surgeries, such as hysterectomy and reconstructive procedures for prolapse or other pelvic floor defects, as well as procedures to treat urinary incontinence. Dr. Marinescu has affiliations with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach and Hoag Hospital Irvine.

Dr. Marinescu had an unparalleled 10 years of post-graduate residency training. He did a general surgery program at Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Bucharest, Romania and was trained in obstetrics and gynecology at the prestigious Mount Sinai Hospital Medical Center in Chicago, affiliated with Rush University.

Highly trained in obstetrics and gynecology, including infertility, Dr. Marinescu offers advanced prenatal diagnosis for high-risk pregnancies and follows the safest and most effective guidelines for delivery. His results are outstanding in difficult deliveries and minimally invasive surgeries, with over 200 da VinciⓇ robotic surgeries performed. 

Due to his unique worldly experiences on both sides of the Atlantic, Dr. Marinescu understands the impact of different cultures on each woman’s unique personality. He is attentive to each woman’s concerns and respectful of her time. He exercises great compassion and care with his patients, and works in a collaborative effort with other specialists to determine the best course of action for each patient’s specific journey. 

Hello! I am Nidhee Sachdev, MD, a double board-certified and fellowship-trained reproductive endocrinologist and infertility expert.

I have had the opportunity to train at some of the most prestigious and diverse medical programs in the country, including fellowship training in reproductive endocrinology and infertility at the New York University (NYU) Langone Fertility Center in New York City, where I conducted research on preimplantation genetic screening (PGS). I also trained at the University of Chicago Medical Center, where I earned the academic distinction of academic chief resident in obstetrics and gynecology, and worked under a top expert in recurrent pregnancy loss.

I am passionate about providing individualized, collaborative patient care. I started my medical career here in Orange County, where I earned my Doctor of Medicine at the University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine. I also completed my Bachelor of Science in human biology at the University of California, San Diego.

My research has been published in numerous respected publications, and I have received multiple teaching awards. I have also presented my research across the country. I am board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

After traveling across the country in recent years, I am thrilled to be back in Southern California, advocating for reproductive health and successful family building journeys for my patients. I see patients at OC Fertility® in Newport Beach, California, where I am a trusted expert in all areas of fertility. I have a particular interest in preservation, such as egg, sperm, and embryo freezing, as well as how genetics play a role with in vitro fertilization (IVF) and patients with recurrent pregnancy loss.

I have been featured in the media, providing expert commentary and family building education. I hope to help you get the information you need to make the right decisions for your individual needs.

Shelly R. Coe, MD, MSc, NCMP, is a UCLA-trained gynecologist and a certified menopause practitioner in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Coe takes an evidence-based approach to care, focusing on her patients’ physical and social wellbeing. She’s passionate about building trust, and partners with patients on their journey to meet their health and wellness goals. She provides expert care to women of all ages, including teens.  

Education

Dr. Coe received her bachelor’s degree from California State University, Fullerton and her medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles. She remained at the UCLA Medical Center to complete her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology. She was certified as a menopause practitioner by the North American Menopause Society in 2012. To further her education, Dr. Coe recently received her Master of Science in health policy from City, University of London in the UK, and has a dedicated interest in health care reform and public policy.

Personal

Dr. Coe was born and raised in Orange County, California until the age of 12 when she moved with her family to Montana. After graduating high school, she returned to Southern California where she–a first-generation college student–worked full-time to fund her education in the pursuit of becoming a physician. She has always been an avid athlete, paddling for 10 years on the Dana Point outrigger canoe team throughout her undergraduate education and running, swimming, and biking throughout medical school and residency. After finally mastering her chosen field of Obstetrics and Gynecology, she worked in private practice in Newport Beach, CA until her second child was born, after which she reduced her practice to surgery assisting in order to spend more time with her family. When her mother suffered a permanent spinal cord injury from a horse accident, she put her career on hold and moved to Montana to be near her parents. She raised her children between Whitefish, Montana and London, England. This time spent collecting adventures and memories with her children is priceless to her. With both children now in college, she was able to return to private practice in Newport Beach, CA to re-engage with her life-long passion and commitment to collaborating with women to meet their healthcare goals and live empowered lives. She has worked tirelessly towards her re-entry process and developing her private practice goals. She has survived many expected and unexpected transitions in life and overcoming these challenges has inspired her to be a brave advocate for empowering women to take charge of the factors that influence their health and overall wellness. She remains a devoted mom.

When she’s not improving her patients’ health, Dr. Coe channels her creative energy and desire to work with her hands into gardening, cooking, and drawing–she even started college as an art major! She would call herself a “foodie”, loves to perfect recipes, and enjoys learning about new cultures through food. She is also a health and fitness enthusiast and enjoys active travel with her friends and family, including biking, hiking, and skiing.

Memberships

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
North American Menopause Society (NAMS) and Certified Menopause Practitioner (NCMP)
The International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health (ISSWSH)
The International Society for Sexual Medicine (ISSM)
American Medical Association (AMA)
California Medical Association (CMA)
Orange County Medical Association (OCMA)