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With a combination of expert training, extensive experience, and a compassionate approach, Keith Weiner, MD, has established himself as a leading physician serving with the team at Children’s Cardiology Group in Mission Viejo, Newport Beach and Orange, California. Proficient in a wide range of cardiac conditions and treatments, Dr. Weiner takes a special interest in preventive and interventional cardiology.  

Dr. Weiner attended Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio, completing a bachelor’s degree in child psychology. He then stayed at his alma mater for medical school, graduating with honors. Following medical school, Dr. Weiner completed both his internship and residency training in pediatrics at the University of California, Irvine, before moving on to Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, for a fellowship in cardiology. 

In addition to his clinical work with Children’s Cardiology Group, Dr. Weiner is a consultant at the cardiac catheterization laboratory at Children’s Hospital of Orange County in Orange, California. In addition, he is on the Quality Review Committee at Fountain Valley Regional Medical Center in Fountain Valley, California, and is an American Heart Association lipid investigator.

For his work and dedication to his community, Dr. Weiner has been recognized as one of the top pediatric cardiologists in Orange County by the Orange County Medical Association for the past nine years.

Board-certified in both pediatrics and cardiology, Jodie Gandy, MD, is well-loved by her peers and patients alike. Along with the rest of the team at Children’s Cardiology Group, Dr. Gandy is proud to provide the communities of Mission Viejo, Newport Beach and Orange, California, with the best pediatric cardiac care possible.

Dr. Gandy attended Simon Fraser University in British Columbia, Canada, for her undergraduate studies, completing her bachelor’s degree in kinesiology. She then attended medical school at the University of Ottawa School of Medicine in Ottawa, Ontario, graduating magna cum laude. Following medical school, Dr. Gandy completed a fellowship in pediatric cardiology at the prestigious University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) in Los Angeles, California. 

In addition to her work with Children’s Cardiology Group, Dr. Gandy serves as the director of both outpatient cardiology and California Children’s Services at Children’s Hospital of Orange County. 

For her hard work and dedication to her patients, Dr. Gandy has received honors from the Orange County Medical Association for the last three years.

With a combination of expert training, extensive experience, and a compassionate approach, Keith Weiner, MD, has established himself as a leading physician serving with the team at Children’s Cardiology Group in Mission Viejo, Newport Beach and Orange, California. Proficient in a wide range of cardiac conditions and treatments, Dr. Weiner takes a special interest in preventive and interventional cardiology.  

Dr. Weiner attended Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio, completing a bachelor’s degree in child psychology. He then stayed at his alma mater for medical school, graduating with honors. Following medical school, Dr. Weiner completed both his internship and residency training in pediatrics at the University of California, Irvine, before moving on to Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, for a fellowship in cardiology. 

In addition to his clinical work with Children’s Cardiology Group, Dr. Weiner is a consultant at the cardiac catheterization laboratory at Children’s Hospital of Orange County in Orange, California. In addition, he is on the Quality Review Committee at Fountain Valley Regional Medical Center in Fountain Valley, California, and is an American Heart Association lipid investigator.

For his work and dedication to his community, Dr. Weiner has been recognized as one of the top pediatric cardiologists in Orange County by the Orange County Medical Association for the past nine years.

Board-certified in both pediatrics and cardiology, Jodie Gandy, MD, is well-loved by her peers and patients alike. Along with the rest of the team at Children’s Cardiology Group, Dr. Gandy is proud to provide the communities of Mission Viejo, Newport Beach and Orange, California, with the best pediatric cardiac care possible.

Dr. Gandy attended Simon Fraser University in British Columbia, Canada, for her undergraduate studies, completing her bachelor’s degree in kinesiology. She then attended medical school at the University of Ottawa School of Medicine in Ottawa, Ontario, graduating magna cum laude. Following medical school, Dr. Gandy completed a fellowship in pediatric cardiology at the prestigious University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) in Los Angeles, California. 

In addition to her work with Children’s Cardiology Group, Dr. Gandy serves as the director of both outpatient cardiology and California Children’s Services at Children’s Hospital of Orange County. 

For her hard work and dedication to her patients, Dr. Gandy has received honors from the Orange County Medical Association for the last three years.

Dr. Solomon Laktineh has over 30 years of experience in the medical field as a board certified Pediatrician and Neonatologist. His commitment to excellence in every aspect of his practice and passion for meeting and exceeding patients’ needs and expectations has earned him the Patient’s Choice Award for four consecutive years and has been recognized as one of the Most Compassionate Doctors. Dr. Laktineh’s top priority is patient care and satisfaction. This goal is carried through into the Medical Spa where every individual’s experience is of the utmost importance.

In his free time, Dr. Laktineh enjoys quality time with his family, a challenging game of tennis, and the outdoors.

Erica Chen, MD, is a board-certified allergy and immunology specialist practicing at the Allergy and Asthma Specialist Doctors, Inc. location in West Covina, California. Her practice is centered around the treatment of allergic diseases, including nasal allergies and asthma.

Dr. Chen earned her medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California. Subsequently, she completed her combined internal medicine pediatric residency and allergy and immunology fellowship training at the Los Angeles County Hospital at the University of Southern California.

Dr. Chen is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology. She has contributed to multiple peer-reviewed scientific presentations and publications. She also holds numerous professional society memberships, including the American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology.

Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients and looks forward to welcoming them to Allergy and Asthma Specialist Doctors, Inc.

Rainilda Valencia, MD, FAAP, is a board-certified pediatrician with almost 40 years of experience treating children in the United States, Saudi Arabia, and the Philippines. She specializes in asthma and allergies and provides a wide range of medical services for her patients at Valencia Pediatrics in the High Desert area of Hesperia, Apple Valley, and Victorville, California. Dr. Valencia is fluent in English, Spanish, Arabic, and Tagalog.

Dr. Valencia earned her bachelor’s and medical degrees from the University of Santo Tomas in Manila, Philippines, and completed an internship and residency at the Medical City Hospital in Manila, where she was named Most Outstanding Intern and served as Chief Resident of the pediatrics department. After relocating to the US, she completed a second internship at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix and a second residency at Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital in Loma Linda, California, where she was honored with the Pediatric Emergency Medicine Award.

Dr. Valencia’s natural aptitude for medicine and dedication to her work has led her to always perform at the top of her field. She’s been recognized for her work with a number of awards, such as The Crossroads Rotary Club & The Unforgettables Foundation award for Best Pediatrician, the Inland Empire Health Plan’s Special Physician Recognition, the Knights of Columbus award for Physician of the Year, and the Filipino American Association of the High Desert’s Outstanding Citizen Achievement Award. She’s also a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, has been named a Victor Valley Health Care Leader by the California State Legislature, was voted as the Best Physician-Specialist of the Desert by readers of the Victorville Daily Press, and was honored with a Special Physician Recognition by Sanofi Pasteur for dedication to preventing infectious diseases and protecting human life through immunization.

In her professional career, Dr. Valencia has held a number of leadership positions at Victor Valley Global Medical Center in Victorville, such as Chairman and Vice Chairman of the Department of Pediatrics and Vice Chairman of the Maternity and Child Health Department. She was also a member of the Physician Advisory Committee at St. Mary Medical Center in Apple Valley, California.

Outside of her practice, Dr. Valencia volunteers her time to local events such as kids fairs and career days for various elementary schools. She’s also involved in medical missions that help third world countries in Asia. She lives in the High Desert with her husband and children and loves to cook, travel, and spend time with her family.

Deepika Saini, MD, FAAP, is a caring and compassionate pediatrician and an integral part of the team at Valencia Pediatrics. Through his role at the practice, Dr. Saini helps improve and preserve children’s health throughout the High Desert area of Hesperia, Apple Valley, and Victorville, California.

Education has always been a guiding force in Dr. Saini’s life. She began her studies at Loyola University in Chicago, Illinois. She remained in the area to earn her medical degree from Finch University Health Sciences/Chicago Medical School in North Chicago. 

Dr. Saini has provided pediatric care in various settings, including private practice and community health. She has also held leadership roles, including serving as medical director in a thriving pediatrics department. 

Dr. Saini brings more than two decades of experience to her work at Valencia Pediatrics. She still loves interacting with kids and helping them build the framework for healthy lives. She also has a wonderful and warm communication style, which parents appreciate. 

As a board-certified pediatric specialist, Dr. Saini strives to expand her skill set through continuing education and professional conferences. She is a proud member of the American Medical Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Megan Reynolds, CPNP-PC, is a caring and knowledgeable pediatric nurse practitioner who’s a highly valued member of the Valencia Pediatrics family, treating patients at the practice’s office in Victorville, California, also serving patients in the High Desert area of Hesperia and Apple Valley.  Megan joined our team of primary care providers in February of 2014.

Megan graduated cum laude from California State University, Long Beach with a Bachelor of Science in nursing and a minor in anthropology. She stayed on at CSULB to earn her Master of Science in nursing, where she also served as the class representative of the California Nursing Student Association. Additionally, she was a member of the General Pediatrics Partnership Council at Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach during her education.

After finishing her training and before joining the family at Valencia Pediatrics, Megan worked as a registered nurse in the general pediatrics unit at Miller Children’s Hospital & Women’s Hospital, where she gained invaluable experience treating a wide range of pediatric patients.

All kids deserve access to outstanding pediatric care, and for many families in and around Newport Beach and Tustin, California, Romit Kar, MD, of Kar's Pediatrics is the provider of choice. Patients and parents love working with Dr. Kar and enjoy his warm, personable nature. He has that special ability to make those in his care feel at ease.  

Preventive health is a central focus at Kar’s Pediatrics. Newborn care and well-child exams provide the routine screenings needed to identify potential areas of concern. They also serve as a setting for parents to receive science-based advice on any health topic of choice. Immunizations are available according to the guidelines set out by national health authorities. 

When illness or injuries arise, the team at Kar’s Pediatrics truly shines. Sick visits focus on accurate diagnostics and getting kids on a path toward relief as quickly as possible.

Parents also have access to care for childhood obesity, allergies, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and more. No matter what challenges a family might face, Dr. Kar is here to provide compassionate, personalized care. 

The best way to learn more about all that Kar’s Pediatrics has to offer is by booking a time to come in and meet the team. Online scheduling is available, and visits can also be set up by phone.