Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Francis Essien, MD, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon and fellowship trained in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery.
Dr. Essien's zeal for the art and science of medicine and surgery began as a teenager at the University of Ibadan in Nigeria.
An interest in providing excellent patient care brought Dr. Essien to the United States to pursue a natural calling in the surgical specialty.
Passionate about cutting-edge, advanced, minimally invasive, and robotic surgical technology, Dr. Essien’s knowledge and expertise give patients the advantage of a faster recovery.
The surgeon’s more cosmetic approach also offers less pain and a quicker return to a happier and more productive lifestyle.
Dr. Essien is highly skilled in various procedures, most frequently performing laparoscopic surgery for severe gastroesophageal reflux disease, laparoscopic hernia repairs, hiatal hernia repairs, minimally invasive endocrine surgery, laparoscopic adrenalectomy, and laparoscopic colon resections for benign and malignant conditions.
Dr. Essien also performs laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, laparoscopic gastric bypass, and revision bariatric procedures.
With a passion for Bariatric surgery, Dr. Essien helps patients achieve their goals of a healthier weight while eliminating the medical illnesses associated with excessive weight and enjoying a better quality of life.
Dr. Essien believes in an individualized and holistic approach to improving the health and wellness of patients.
Outside of caring for patients, Dr. Essien enjoys spending time with family at home, cooking, traveling, cycling, and playing golf.
Hege Johnsen, MD, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon at Murrieta Valley Surgery Associates, providing complete surgical care to patients in Wildomar, Temecula, Hemet, and Menifee, California.
Dr. Johnsen studied at Albert Szent-Gyorgi Medical University in Szeged, Hungary, earning her medical degree. She then moved to the United States and completed a residency in general surgery.
Dr. Johnsen brings more than 20 years of experience to the practice. She specializes in general surgery but has a special interest in breast surgery and inguinal hernia repair without mesh (shouldice procedure).
Outside of Murrieta Valley Surgery Associates, Dr. Johnsen holds appointments at several area hospitals, including Inland Valley Regional Medical Center in Wildomar, California; Rancho Springs Medical Center in Murrieta, California; Menifee Valley Hospital in Menifee, California; and Temecula Valley Hospital in Temecula, California; and Loma Linda University Medical Center.
Dr. Johnsen is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. She speaks English and Norwegian fluently, allowing her to serve the practice’s diverse clientele.
Dr. Johnsen welcomes anyone needing general, breast surgery, hernia repair or cholecystectomy to Murrieta Valley Surgery Associates today.
Matthew Lublin, MD, FACS, a respected Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon, specializes in the treatment of hernias and gallbladder conditions. With years of expertise and a commitment to patient care, Dr. Lublin and his team offer compassionate and advanced surgical solutions to help patients near Santa Monica and Encino, California, regain their health and quality of life.
Dr. Lublin is renowned for his expertise in addressing inguinal and groin hernias, umbilical hernias, other abdominal wall hernias, hiatal hernias and gallbladder issues. Using precise laparoscopic techniques, Dr. Lublin provides effective solutions to repair hernias, allowing patients to return to their daily activities with minimal downtime and offering a safe and efficient path to recovery.
Gallbladder issues, including gallstones, can cause significant discomfort and disrupt daily life. Dr. Lublin understands the importance of prompt and effective treatment for gallbladder conditions. Through laparoscopic surgery, he can remove the gallbladder or address gallstones, helping patients find relief and improve their overall well-being.
At the office of Matthew Lublin, MD, FACS, patient care is paramount. Dr. Lublin's compassionate approach ensures that each patient receives personalized attention and support throughout their surgical journey. From the initial consultation to post-operative care, Dr. Lublin and his team prioritize patient comfort and satisfaction.
If you're experiencing symptoms of a hernia or gallbladder condition, don't hesitate to schedule a consultation with Dr. Lublin. The office offers convenient appointment options, including phone and online appointment requests, making it easy for patients to take the first step toward better health. Contact the office today to learn more about their services and begin your path to recovery.
Hi! My name is Dr.Kristi Funk. I’ma board-certified breast cancer surgeon & physician,bestselling author, international keynote speaker, and women’s health advocate.But most of all... I’m here for you. One of my greatest privileges is to come alongside a woman in a moment of uncertainty and fear regarding an abnormal breast finding. I know all-too-well how quickly our minds can unravel to the worst-case scenario. In such times, we all want accurate answers fast.
My passion is to provide those answers along with Jasmine Khorasandi atSonoBreasts. Together, we offer a great package that combines state-of-the-artcancer detection with same-day referralto me for a (pretty swift and painless!)breast biopsy.ThePink Lotus Breast Centeris located less than 10 blocks from SonoBreasts. Pathology resultsare usually back in less than 24 hours (Friday biopsies are read on Mondays; we use the Providence St. John’s Hospital pathology department, which is in-network with most insurance carriers). Sometimes, all you need from me is an interpretation of the ultrasoundor clinicalfindings in a way that reassures and empowers you to make healthy and safe choices–most findings arenotcancer!
About Dr. Kristi Funk:
I look forward to meeting you, and working in partnership with Jasmine to provide excellent breast health!
After graduating with distinction from Stanford University in 1991, Dr. Funk received her medical degree from the UC Davis, School of Medicine, and completed her surgical residency in Seattle, WA, followed by a surgical breast fellowshipat Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, where she excelled as a Director of their Breast Center until 2009.Dr. Funkthenco-founded thePink Lotus Breast Centerin Los Angeles where shepractices as a breast cancer surgeonandexpert in minimally invasive diagnostic and treatment methods for all types of breast disease.She has helped thousands of women navigate breast issues, including well-known celebrities like Angelina Jolie and Sheryl Crow–and Jasmine Khorasandi’s grandmother!As an ambassador and avid contributor to thePink Lotus Power Upcommunity, Dr. Funk hosts the Cancer-Kicking!Kitchen,frequently authorsBreast Cancer 101blogs,and provides instructional videos on breast health. Her extensive research into nutritional science sparked a passionate vision to complement her medical practice with the life-empoweringCancer-Kicking! Summitwhich teaches women (and men) how to maximally reduce their chances of facing cancer or any other controllable killer disease.
She is the go-to breast expert for Good Morning America and The Doctors, and has repeatedly appeared on Today, The Dr. Oz Show, CNN, Rachael Ray, The View, and more, as well as countless radio and podcast interviews.Dr. Funk has received dozens of honorsand awards and uses her appearances to educate and give back to the community.She residesin Los Angeles, CA, with her husband, Andy Funk, and triplet sons.
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