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Dr. Babak Robert Bamshad is a leading urologist located in Beverly Grove, Los Angeles, California, serving patients throughout the greater Los Angeles area. Patients benefit from his expertise in treating urologic conditions ranging from urinary tract infections, incontinence, and enlarged prostate to erectile dysfunction, circumcision, and vasectomy.

Dr. Bamshad obtained his Bachelor of Science degree from UCLA, graduating Magna Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa.  He subsequently attended the USC Keck School of Medicine and graduated with the distinction of Dean’s Scholar for Academic Excellence.  Dr. Bamshad completed an internship and residency in general surgery and a residency in urology at Loma Linda University.  During this time, he was elected as House Staff Association President.  Dr. Bamshad was engaged in basic science as well as clinical research throughout his education and training. He has authored numerous scientific papers and his research findings have been presented at national and international urologic meetings.

Dr. Bamshad has been in private practice in West Los Angeles since 1999.  He practices general urology and treats adults as well as children.  In 2011, Dr. Bamshad was elected by his colleagues to serve as Clinical Chief of the Division of Urology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.  He was subsequently re-elected by his division to serve a second term in this capacity.  In addition to his clinical and administrative duties, Dr. Bamshad is involved with training of Urology residents.  His other leadership positions include Secretary/Treasurer for Southern California Hospital in Culver City and previous Chief of Surgery at Lincoln Hospital Medical Center.

Dr. Bamshad is married to Dr. Nasi Barcohana, a pediatric dentist, and together they have three children.  Dr. Bamshad’s hobbies include studying military history and classic automobiles.

Girdhari Purohit, MD, FACS, is a board-certified urologist by the American Board of Urology and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is the founder of Hemet Valley Urology Medical Center in Hemet, California, and has devoted his life to helping individuals with all aspects of urology and urological conditions. He has a stellar reputation in his industry and practices with sincere compassion and care for all his patients. Dr. Purohit specializes in all male and female urological conditions, including laser treatment for enlarged prostate, benign prostate hypertrophy (BPH), extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy (ESWL), and lithotripsy for kidney stones. 

Dr. Purohit grew up in India, where he earned his pre-medical degree at Dungar and Sardar Patel Medical College in Bikaner, India. After completing medical school, he attended a two-year general surgery residency in India. During that residency, Dr. Purohit learned about urology and the treatment of urological conditions. He performed hundreds of surgeries that honed his now-expert surgical skills. 

Upon completion of his initial residency, he attended an additional four-year urology residency program at the New York Infirmary Hospital and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. It was during this second residency that Dr. Purohit decided to continue his full-time practice in urology. Throughout his career, he has proctored many physicians in surgical procedures for radical prostatectomy and radical or partial nephrectomy.

Once he completed his medical training, he settled with his family in Hemet, California, where he has been in private practice since 1982. Dr. Purohit has been an active member of the community and at the Hemet and Menifee Valley Medical Centers. In recent years, he has served as Chairman of the Department of Surgery and also has served as Chief of Medical Staff at Menifee Valley Medical Center. Since 2008, Dr. Purohit has been the Chief of Medical Staff at Hemet Valley Medical Center.

Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family and cherishes his time vacationing with his two grandsons.

Lori Ann Herga, MD has been treating patients for urological conditions since 2002. She has an award-winning reputation. In her first position at Sharp Rees-Stealy she received Guardian Angel awards. These are donations given by patients to causes within her medical; group on behalf of the physician. Dr. Hergan received 52 Guardian Angel Awards. Dr. Hergan has always received the highest patient satisfaction scores of all 8 urologists in the group while at Sharp. Dr. Hergan enjoys the interaction with the patient and helping relieve their symptoms the most. Dr. Hergan treats all male and female urological problems including incontinence, enlarged prostate, kidney stones and erectile dysfunction. She offers non-surgical and surgical interventions for these problems and more. 

Dr. Hergan received her medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY in 2002. In 2008 she graduated from The University of California San Diego. She has published articles in the following journals: Journal of Urology and Urology. On article was regarding kidney stones and giving an oral medication to help pass the stones. The other was regarding an injection to help relieve the pain associated with prostate biopsies. These methods have since been used by urologists around the world. 

Dr. Hergan grew up in upstate New York. She moved to the southern California in 2002 to do her residency and decided to stay. She moved to Hemet in September 2023. She enjoys spending time with her family and traveling. She is an avid skier she loves going to Mammoth. She is looking forward to treating your urological conditions.

John W. Edwards, MD, is a board-certified urologist at Pasadena Urological Medical Group, providing complete urology care to people of all ages living in and around Pasadena, California, and throughout Los Angeles County.

Dr. Edwards began his professional pursuits at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where he earned his undergraduate degree. He then enrolled at the California University of Science and Medicine (formerly the California College of Medicine), where he earned his Doctor of Medicine.

Before entering private practice, Dr. Edwards completed an internship at Kern Medical in Bakersfield, California (formerly Kern County General Hospital), and a general surgery residency at the United States Naval Hospital in San Diego, California.

Dr. Edwards has served in various positions during his career, including attending urologist, clinical instructor, and attending staff. He proudly holds membership in several professional organizations, including the American Urological Association and the American Board of Urology.

Dr. Edwards welcomes anyone seeking improved urological health to Pasadena Urological Medical Group.

Michael B. Bishai, MD, is one of the accomplished urologists practicing at Pasadena Urological Medical Group in Pasadena, California. He is committed to providing state-of-the-art urological care to individuals living in and around the Greater Los Angeles area. 

Dr. Bishai was born in Cairo, Egypt, and came to California for his surgical and urological residencies at White Memorial Medical Center and the University of California at Davis.

He has proudly served the urologic needs of the community of Pasadena for over thirty years. To better serve the diverse communities of Southern California, Dr. Bishai is fluent in several languages, including English, Arabic, Armenian, and French. 

Dr. Bishai believes it is essential to clearly explain to patients their condition and the recommended course of treatment. He takes time to explain their treatment options and answers any questions they may have. 

Dr. Bishai lives in Los Angeles with his wife and twin sons, and his beloved dogs.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Bishai and the team at Pasadena Urological Medical Group, call the office or request an appointment online at any time.