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Dr. Barry Buffman has been practicing since 1980 in internal medicine with a specialty in urology. He graduated from the Rush Medical College in Chicago, IL and practices with a focus on a multitude of urological issues, such as sexual dysfunction, bladder, and prostate conditions. In addition, Dr. Buffman is involved with medical research for various urological conditions. In his spare time Dr. Buffman has a passion for teleplay/screenplay, musical composition, guitar, and piano.

Dr. Barry Buffman has been practicing since 1980 in internal medicine with a specialty in urology. He graduated from the Rush Medical College in Chicago, IL and practices with a focus on a multitude of urological issues, such as sexual dysfunction, bladder, and prostate conditions. In addition, Dr. Buffman is involved with medical research for various urological conditions. In his spare time Dr. Buffman has a passion for teleplay/screenplay, musical composition, guitar, and piano.

Dr. Barry Buffman has been practicing since 1980 in internal medicine with a specialty in urology. He graduated from the Rush Medical College in Chicago, IL and practices with a focus on a multitude of urological issues, such as sexual dysfunction, bladder, and prostate conditions. In addition, Dr. Buffman is involved with medical research for various urological conditions. In his spare time Dr. Buffman has a passion for teleplay/screenplay, musical composition, guitar, and piano.

Dr. Barry Buffman has been practicing since 1980 in internal medicine with a specialty in urology. He graduated from the Rush Medical College in Chicago, IL and practices with a focus on a multitude of urological issues, such as sexual dysfunction, bladder, and prostate conditions. In addition, Dr. Buffman is involved with medical research for various urological conditions. In his spare time Dr. Buffman has a passion for teleplay/screenplay, musical composition, guitar, and piano.

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.

Shahin Chandrasoma, MD, is one of the skilled urologists practicing at Pasadena Urological Medical Group in Pasadena, California. His mission is to provide comprehensive urological care to individuals living in Southern California. 

A lifelong Los Angeleno, Dr. Chandrasoma spent a total of fifteen years at the University of Southern California, where he completed a Bachelor of Science in biological sciences, a Bachelor of Arts in creative writing, earned a Doctor of Medicine, and completed a residency in urology.

He then received additional fellowship training in minimally invasive urologic surgery, including laparoscopic/robotic surgery and endourology.

Dr. Chandrasoma is currently the only urologist in Pasadena with additional fellowship training in minimally invasive urology, including laparoscopy, surgical robotics, and endourology.

Outside of the office, Dr. Chandrasoma's interests include writing, art, film, and cooking. He lives in Pasadena with his wife and three children.

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

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.

Dr. Martin K. Gelbard is a proud member of the team at Urology Associates Medical Group in Burbank, California. He attended Burbank High School and then went on to enroll at Stanford University. He earned his medical degree from the University of California at Davis. After receiving his Doctor of Medicine degree, Dr. Gelbard completed a general surgery internship and residency at the Sacramento Medical Center. Finally, he spent four years in a urology residency at UCLA.

Dr. Gelbard is certified by the American Board of Urology. He has practiced privately in Burbank, California, since 1982. He works as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Urology at the UCLA School of Medicine, and he's a consulting urologist to the Sepulveda Veteran’s Administration Hospital. Also, Dr. Gelbard has served as a consulting editor to the Journal of Urology and Chief of Surgery at St. Joseph Medical Center.

Dr. Gelbard contributes to many different professional organizations, including the Society for Impotence Research, the Society of Genitourinary Reconstructive Surgeons, and the American Urologic Association. He's especially interested in reconstructive surgery and has published in this field extensively.

Patients can schedule an appointment with Dr. Gelbard by contacting Urology Associates Medical Group today.

Dr. Philip Weintraub has been part of Urology Associates Medical Group, located in Burbank, California, since 1987. He completed his undergraduate degree at Pomona College, where he graduated with honors. He received his medical education at the University of Southern California School of Medicine. After graduating from medical school, he completed a six-year Surgical and Urology residency at the University of Southern California. Dr. Weintraub also has a Master's in Business Administration from UCLA.

He's certified by the American Board of Urology. He has served as the Chief of Urology at Providence Saint Joseph’s Medical Center, and has been on the Board of Directors of the Western Section of the American Urologic Association. Dr. Weintraub is currently working as Assistant Clinical Professor of Urology at the USC School of Medicine.

Dr. Weintraub has a particular interest in the treatment of incontinence and prostate cancer. He's the president-elect of the California Urologic Association, and he's a member of several other professional organizations as well.

Patients can make an appointment with Dr. Weintraub by contacting Urology Associates Medical Group. The practice is currently welcoming new patients.

Joshua R. Gonzalez, MD, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained urologist and sexual medicine specialist who focuses on managing sexual dysfunctions in men and women at his self-named practice, Joshua R. Gonzalez, MD, in the West Hollywood neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. At his state-of-the-art facility, Dr. Gonzalez understands the toll hormone deficiencies, menopause, arousal disorders, and erectile dysfunction (ED) can take on one’s quality of life. He offers complete general urology and sexual health care at his office to patients, many of who identify as members of the LGBTQ+ community.

Dr. Gonzalez offers complete general urology and sexual health care at his office. He invests in advanced technology, such as penile doppler ultrasounds and SoftWave® therapy, to ensure that his patients receive the highest quality of care without invasive surgery. He strives to uncover the root of sexual dysfunction through comprehensive testing one-on-one time with his patients.

Dr. Gonzalez uses his extensive experience to find the best treatment for every patient, whether they have a hormone imbalance or an enlarged prostate. The practice is home to a wide range of minimally invasive treatments for urology and sexual dysfunction treatments, including UroLift® for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and hormone replacement therapy (HRT).

Dr. Gonzalez aims to help every patient restore their vitality and regain control over their sexual function. Call Joshua R. Gonzalez, MD, today or schedule an appointment online to learn more.

James J. Elist M.D, has been in private practice in Beverly Hills, California since 1982, specializing in urology, specifically in impotency, male sexual dysfunction, and infertility. Dr. Elist has served as the chairperson and a member of several committees at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and other hospitals, including the Oncology Committee, Ethics Committee, Utilization Committee, ​and Medical Records Review Committee. Internationally, Dr. Elist has performed surgery and trained surgeons in the Middle East and Europe. Nationally, Dr. Elist is the first surgeon in the Los Angeles area to perform procedures involving penile prosthesis devices manufactured by American Medical Systems.

Scott Zeitlin, MD, is one of the top urologic surgeons in the Los Angeles area. His practice, Los Angeles Infertility and Prostatitis, has locations in Century City, Santa Monica, and Tarzana, California.

Dr. Zeitlin is an internationally recognized specialist in fertility, microsurgery, prostate health, and erectile dysfunction. For more than 25 years, he’s been helping men overcome fertility challenges. His skill in diagnosing and treating male infertility has helped countless couples achieve their goal of parenthood.

Dr. Zeitlin completed CUNY Brooklyn College’s prestigious coordinated BA-MD program. He earned his Medical Doctorate at SUNY Downstate Medical Center, also

located in Brooklyn, New York. He also completed his junior residency in surgery and urology residency at SUNY Downstate.

During his Urology residency, Dr. Zeitlin studied urologic oncology at the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. After completing his residency he was a clinical fellow at the University of California Los Angeles Department of Urology. Since 1998, he’s taught at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and has gone from an instructor to Clinical Professor of Urology.

He’s been honored 3 times as the Clinical Faculty Member of the Year in the UCLA Department of Urology and received a Master Teacher in Urology Award from the SUNY-Downstate Alumni Association. In addition to teaching, he performed NIH-funded research at UCLA for over a decade.

Dr. Zeitlin’s colleagues have selected him to Super Doctors 14 years in a row. Los Angeles Magazine named him a “Top Doctor” in 2019. He currently belongs to the American Urologic Association, American Society for Reproductive Medicine, Society for the Study of Male Reproduction, and was previously on the Pacific Coast Reproductive Society’s board of directors. In 2020, Dr. Zeitlin was awarded the UCLA Urology Voluntary Clinical Faculty of the Year for the 3rd time by the UCLA Urology residents. 

Though Dr. Zeitlin is grateful for the recognition he’s received as a clinician, professor, and researcher, his greatest reward is helping patients start families and overcome urological conditions. Call to schedule a consultation with Dr. Zeitlin today.

 

EXPERIENCE AND HONORS

Selected to Super Doctors for fourteen consecutive years
UCLA Clinical Faculty Member of the Year three times
Master Teacher in Urology Award from the SUNY-Downstate Alumni Association
Clinical Professor of Urology at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
Former Director of Pacific Coast Reproductive Society
Reviewer for Urology, Journal of Urology, Fertility and Sterility, and Human Reproduction
Over 10 years of NIH-funded research at UCLA

 

MEMBERSHIPS

American Urologic Association
American Society for Reproductive Medicine
Society for the Study of Male Reproduction
Pacific Coast Reproductive Society, Board of Directors