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.
First Valley Medical Group is excited to introduce Julia Granese, FNP to our team of providers. Julia is an AANP certified Family Nurse Practitioner, fluent in English and Spanish who was awarded an ADN scholarship from the National Association of Hispanic Nurses. She received her associate degree in nursing from Antelope Valley College and both her bachelor’s and master’s degree from California State University, Bakersfield.
Julia’s scope of practice is focused on Family Practice, Acute and Chronic Care and her medical background includes over 20 years of experience in various fields of nursing including acute care facilities, assisting in cardiology, the emergency department, respiratory care, senior care facilities, medical surgical, stroke and telemetry units.
Julia’s life-long passion and desire has been to help in the community, providing compassionate care to patients while simultaneously educating her patients on maintaining a healthy lifestyle. She brings with her a wealth of experience and quality evidence-based care and considers it a privilege to be able to channel her passion for nursing through her work as a Family Nurse Practitioner as well as serving in the community and church, helping those who are less fortunate.
First Valley Medical Group is excited to introduce Julia Granese, FNP to our team of providers. Julia is an AANP certified Family Nurse Practitioner, fluent in English and Spanish who was awarded an ADN scholarship from the National Association of Hispanic Nurses. She received her associate degree in nursing from Antelope Valley College and both her bachelor’s and master’s degree from California State University, Bakersfield.
Julia’s scope of practice is focused on Family Practice, Acute and Chronic Care and her medical background includes over 20 years of experience in various fields of nursing including acute care facilities, assisting in cardiology, the emergency department, respiratory care, senior care facilities, medical surgical, stroke and telemetry units.
Julia’s life-long passion and desire has been to help in the community, providing compassionate care to patients while simultaneously educating her patients on maintaining a healthy lifestyle. She brings with her a wealth of experience and quality evidence-based care and considers it a privilege to be able to channel her passion for nursing through her work as a Family Nurse Practitioner as well as serving in the community and church, helping those who are less fortunate.
First Valley Medical Group is excited to introduce Julia Granese, FNP to our team of providers. Julia is an AANP certified Family Nurse Practitioner, fluent in English and Spanish who was awarded an ADN scholarship from the National Association of Hispanic Nurses. She received her associate degree in nursing from Antelope Valley College and both her bachelor’s and master’s degree from California State University, Bakersfield.
Julia’s scope of practice is focused on Family Practice, Acute and Chronic Care and her medical background includes over 20 years of experience in various fields of nursing including acute care facilities, assisting in cardiology, the emergency department, respiratory care, senior care facilities, medical surgical, stroke and telemetry units.
Julia’s life-long passion and desire has been to help in the community, providing compassionate care to patients while simultaneously educating her patients on maintaining a healthy lifestyle. She brings with her a wealth of experience and quality evidence-based care and considers it a privilege to be able to channel her passion for nursing through her work as a Family Nurse Practitioner as well as serving in the community and church, helping those who are less fortunate.
First Valley Medical Group is excited to introduce Julia Granese, FNP to our team of providers. Julia is an AANP certified Family Nurse Practitioner, fluent in English and Spanish who was awarded an ADN scholarship from the National Association of Hispanic Nurses. She received her associate degree in nursing from Antelope Valley College and both her bachelor’s and master’s degree from California State University, Bakersfield.
Julia’s scope of practice is focused on Family Practice, Acute and Chronic Care and her medical background includes over 20 years of experience in various fields of nursing including acute care facilities, assisting in cardiology, the emergency department, respiratory care, senior care facilities, medical surgical, stroke and telemetry units.
Julia’s life-long passion and desire has been to help in the community, providing compassionate care to patients while simultaneously educating her patients on maintaining a healthy lifestyle. She brings with her a wealth of experience and quality evidence-based care and considers it a privilege to be able to channel her passion for nursing through her work as a Family Nurse Practitioner as well as serving in the community and church, helping those who are less fortunate.
First Valley Medical Group is excited to introduce Julia Granese, FNP to our team of providers. Julia is an AANP certified Family Nurse Practitioner, fluent in English and Spanish who was awarded an ADN scholarship from the National Association of Hispanic Nurses. She received her associate degree in nursing from Antelope Valley College and both her bachelor’s and master’s degree from California State University, Bakersfield.
Julia’s scope of practice is focused on Family Practice, Acute and Chronic Care and her medical background includes over 20 years of experience in various fields of nursing including acute care facilities, assisting in cardiology, the emergency department, respiratory care, senior care facilities, medical surgical, stroke and telemetry units.
Julia’s life-long passion and desire has been to help in the community, providing compassionate care to patients while simultaneously educating her patients on maintaining a healthy lifestyle. She brings with her a wealth of experience and quality evidence-based care and considers it a privilege to be able to channel her passion for nursing through her work as a Family Nurse Practitioner as well as serving in the community and church, helping those who are less fortunate.
First Valley Medical Group is excited to introduce Julia Granese, FNP to our team of providers. Julia is an AANP certified Family Nurse Practitioner, fluent in English and Spanish who was awarded an ADN scholarship from the National Association of Hispanic Nurses. She received her associate degree in nursing from Antelope Valley College and both her bachelor’s and master’s degree from California State University, Bakersfield.
Julia’s scope of practice is focused on Family Practice, Acute and Chronic Care and her medical background includes over 20 years of experience in various fields of nursing including acute care facilities, assisting in cardiology, the emergency department, respiratory care, senior care facilities, medical surgical, stroke and telemetry units.
Julia’s life-long passion and desire has been to help in the community, providing compassionate care to patients while simultaneously educating her patients on maintaining a healthy lifestyle. She brings with her a wealth of experience and quality evidence-based care and considers it a privilege to be able to channel her passion for nursing through her work as a Family Nurse Practitioner as well as serving in the community and church, helping those who are less fortunate.
Discovering the path to better sleep should be about comfort. That’s why we keep the sleep apnea journey as streamlined as possible—cutting hassle and giving you more time to take your sleep back sooner.
We’re also focused on removing stigma and misconceptions. Anyone can discover that they are dealing with sleep apnea. Which is why we believe in making it easier for everyone to get a handle on their sleep health.
By improving awareness, understanding, and access to sleep apnea treatment, we can wake up to a world where healthy rest is always within reach.
Board-certified internal medicine physician Artin Nazarian, MD, provides high-quality primary care to teens and adults throughout Los Angeles County at his practice in Glendale, California.
Dr. Nazarian brings nearly 20 years of experience to his practice. He studied at St. George’s University School of Medicine in True Blue, Grenada, earning his medical degree. Dr. Nazarian received extensive training in all aspects of internal medicine, from chronic disease management and medical weight loss to acute and primary care.
Dr. Nazarian is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. When he isn’t meeting with patients, he serves as an instructor at Huntington Hospital in Pasadena, California, educating internal medicine residents. He holds privileges at several other hospitals, including Glendale Adventist Medical Center and USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, both in Glendale.
Dr. Nazarian strives to provide a first-class patient experience. Rather than seeing as many clients as possible, Dr. Nazarian sets strict limits, allowing him to listen well and spend ample time with each patient. He never rushes.
Dr. Nazarian’s office is conveniently situated and has ample parking. The practice has a comfortable, spalike environment, and the support staff is friendly and welcoming. The office is paperless, letting patients access their medical records online through a secure portal.
People from all over Los Angeles County visit Dr. Nazarian for men’s health, women’s health, primary care, and more. Instead of promising quick fixes, Dr. Nazarian helps patients take charge of their health through diet, exercise, lifestyle coaching, and education.
Dr. Nazarian speaks English and Armenian fluently. He welcomes anyone seeking a new medical home to Artin Nazarian, MD. Call the office today to schedule an appointment, or book your visit online.
Raymond Dorio, MD, is a primary care physician and general practitioner specializing in geriatric medicine at IMAC Medical Group. At his practice in Newhall, California, he provides a wide range of internal and primary care services to patients of all ages.
Dr. Dorio graduated with his Bachelor of Arts from the University of California, Los Angeles in 1969. He then earned his medical degree from the University of California, Irvine in 1974, and went on to complete his post-graduate training in the department of pathology at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. Afterward, he stayed at the University of Pennsylvania as an assistant professor of pathology, researching cell adhesion molecules. Dr. Dorio then researched the biochemistry of alcohol as an assistant professor of pathology at Drexel University College of Medicine (formerly Hahnemann University) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and as an assistant professor of research pathology at the University of Southern California, affiliated with Children's Hospital Los Angeles.
At IMAC Medical Group, Dr. Dorio sees a large number of patients with chronic pain who are on maintenance therapy. He also treats patients suffering from depression, anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and sleep disturbances. For elderly patients who cannot easily leave their homes, many who are over 80 years old with chronic conditions, he offers home visits, treating those with conditions from Alzheimer’s and dementia to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and falls. His three children often go with him on these visits, where they sing “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” to the patients, who are very appreciative.
Dr. Dorio also has a hospice practice in partnership with several hospice companies in California, including Hospice Care of the Valley in Simi Valley, and Golden Oaks Hospice, LA Hospice, and Green Horizon Hospice in Los Angeles.
Dr. Dorio is married to his wife, Ethel, and they have three children, Gwendelyn, Allison, and Charlotte. He is currently accepting new patients and warmly welcomes them to IMAC Medical Group.
Neda Black, MD, FAAD, is a highly-regarded and well-trained double board-certified dermatologist and fellowship-trained dermatopathologist focusing on medical and cosmetic dermatology. She sees patients at California Dermatology and Mohs Surgery Specialists in Pasadena, California. Having practiced in the Pasadena area for nearly a decade, she is a renowned dermatologist and a beloved member of the community, and she has been selected to Pasadena Magazine’s Top Doctors, Los Angeles Magazine’s Top Doctors, and Best of the Best Top Doctors several years in a row.
After graduating with high honors from the University of California, Berkeley, with degrees in both molecular & cell biology and public health, Dr. Black earned her medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California. Here, she was elected valedictorian for achieving the highest academic achievements of her medical school class. She received numerous other accolades and awards, including Highest Distinction, the American Medical Women’s Association Academic Achievement Award, the American Medical Association Clinical Award, and the American Medical Association Research Award. She was also inducted into the prestigious national medical honor society, Alpha Omega Alpha, widely considered the most prestigious award in medical school.
Dr. Black subsequently completed her residency training in dermatology at the University of Southern California, where she was elected to serve as Chief Resident of the program. Here she received extensive and in-depth training in all aspects of medical, surgical, cosmetic, and pediatric dermatology. After residency, she went on to complete a prestigious fellowship in dermatopathology under the direction of Loren Golitz, MD, at the University of Colorado Denver. This extra training has allowed her to develop special expertise in the microscopic diagnosis of skin cancer and skin disease.
Dr. Black has published numerous peer-reviewed articles in journals such as the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology and JAMA Dermatology. Her research generally focuses on skin cancer prevention and melanoma detection, and it has been frequently cited in the popular press, such as NPR, BBC News, Forbes, Huffington Post, and Medscape. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and a fellow of the American Society of Dermatopathology. She is also on the medical staff at Huntington Hospital.
Dr. Black feels privileged to have the opportunity to care for her patients and has become an integral part of the medical community in the greater Pasadena area. As a dermatologist, she loves being able to educate her patients about their skin and help them look and feel their best. In her free time, Dr. Black enjoys an active lifestyle and spending time with her husband and two sons.
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California Dermatology and Mohs Surgery Specialists
Behzad Souferzade, DO, (aka Dr. Soufer) is a leading family medicine doctor at CHAP Med in Sherman Oaks, California. He brings a unique, holistic individualized, patient-partner approach to care.
Praised for his expert skill and compassionate bedside manner, Dr. Soufer offers comprehensive treatment, management, and preventative care for a wide variety of conditions and diseases, including depression, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, urgent care needs, asthma, and diabetes. He also performs routine screenings, such as pap smears and STD testing.
Dr. Soufer earned a Bachelor of Science in biochemistry at UCLA, followed by a medical degree in osteopathic medicine at Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine (TUCOM). He went on to complete a one-year internship at North Shore-LIJ Health System (now called Northwell Health) and a residency in family medicine at Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital. Due to his exceptional patient care and medical knowledge, Dr. Soufer was appointed Chief Resident and taught both medical students and newly graduated physicians.
Upon completion of his medical training, Dr. Soufer joined the highly-respected, 25-year-old practice of one of his mentors. In addition to treating patients, Dr. Soufer continues to educate medical students as a clinical assistant professor of medicine at Western University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Pomona, California.
As a primary care physician, he has extensive experience in preventive medicine, chronic disease management, urgent care, and care for critically-ill, hospitalized patients. His osteopathic training and vast clinical work has shaped Dr. Soufer’s unique approach for providing individualized, holistic care that considers all aspects of a patient’s well-being: mind, body and spirit. Dr. Soufer takes great pride in the health of his patients and sees himself as a true partner in their wellness.
At his family practice, Dr. Soufer welcomes the opportunity to care for new patients in the Greater Los Angeles area. The office is located in Sherman Oaks, CA, and accepts most major medical insurance plans.
Arash Nikamal, DO, (aka “Dr. Nik”) is a family medicine physician at CHAP Med, located in Sherman Oaks, California. He joined the practice in New York. He has years of experience in hospital medicine and urgent care medicine. Having lived in Chicago, New York, and Los Angeles, he prides himself in serving patients in the largest metropolitan communities in the country.
Earning his Bachelor of Science in biology from Loyola University Chicago, he then went on to medical school at Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine, New York. Dr. Nik moved on to an internship and residency at Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital, where he met Dr. Soufer. Dr. Nik joined Dr. Soufer as Chief Resident during their training together.
After residency, Dr. Nik spent two years working at Long Beach Memorial Hospital as a hospitalist. Serving the surrounding community allowed him to hone his skills in treating highly acute patients in a level 2 trauma hospital. Dr. Nik now joins Dr. Soufer in their practice in Sherman Oaks.
Dr. Nik prides himself on being thorough yet focused in his medical care. He focuses on heart health, cholesterol management, diet and exercise planning, and diabetes management. Dr. Nik embraces new trends in medicine, such as the implementation of the Mediterranean and ketogenic diets, to patients. He looks forward to continuing to serve the Sherman Oaks and surrounding areas of the San Fernando Valley and its patients with his robust and evolving medical expertise.
“Dr. Nikamal is the best! He is thorough, attentive, and truly cares for his patients! His staff members are efficient and friendly as well! I highly recommend him! ”
Arash Nikamal, DO
Family Physician
5000 Van Nuys Blvd
Suite 201
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
Jemmilyn Aquino Stearns is a Board Certified Physician Assistant practicing in Internal Medicine - Primary Care. Her professional experience is broad and includes Hematology/Oncology, Emergency Medicine, and Urgent care. She earned her Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, IL and a Bachelor's of Science in Biology and Psychology. As a Physician Assistant, she works in partnership with the physicians at CHAP Med in Sherman Oaks, CA, and she is licensed to fully diagnose and treat a wide variety of acute and chronic illnesses/conditions as well as prescribe medications.
Jemmilyn has over 9 years of experience in treating patients of all ages. Jemmilyn takes great pride in educating her patients about preventative health so that they can live full healthy lives.
Sirisat Khalsa, MD, is a double board-certified physician with a family medicine background. She has specialized in addiction medicine for over a decade. Dr. Khalsa knows that addiction does not define an individual, and her passion for exceptional care can help you minimize cravings in a welcoming, nurturing environment.
Dr. Khalsa obtained a bachelor’s degree from the University of Southern California College of Medicine in Los Angeles, California. The school awarded her a dean’s scholarship and a Howard Hughes grant for her hard work. After her undergraduate work, Dr. Khalsa was a resident in family practice at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in Torrance, California.
After spending 10 years in Family Practice, Dr. Khalsa began working in the field of Addiction. She has cared for patients at every level of treatment, from Detox, Residential, IOP, and PHP, and in the outpatient setting.
Throughout her career, Dr. Khalsa has consistently demonstrated a commitment to staying at the forefront of addiction medicine, constantly evolving her techniques and methods to align with the latest research and scientific advancements in the field. Her extensive experience, coupled with her compassionate and empathetic nature, allows her to provide comprehensive care to those battling addiction, addressing not only the physical aspects but also the underlying psychological and emotional factors.
Today, Dr. Khalsa brings two decades of experience to her patients at Clarity Medical Group in the Sherman Oaks area of Los Angeles. Here, she offers services for those experiencing use disorders, including but not limited to alcohol, marijuana, and opiates. The clinic offers the latest in trusted medicine, including Vivitrol®, Sublocade®, and Suboxone®.
Dr. Khalsa knows well the nuanced ways to use these medications, which help reduce cravings and help people regain control over their lives.
“Siri has been my doctor for many years now. She is an impeccable listener, very motivated to find what works for you in seeking your healthy, stable ground. She is very trustworthy & understanding. I defiantly recommend her to anyone that needs help.. ”
Welcome to Avicenna Medical Clinic, serving the Reseda, California community. Our Primary Care Physician, Dr. Aref Karbasi, is capable of diagnosing and treating a range of conditions for patients across their lifespan. In addition to family medicine, Dr. Karbasi has a special focus on cosmetic procedures including Botox, laser skin resurfacing, skin care, acne treatments and innovative procedures such as IV therapies, PRP (platelet rich plasma), and stem cell treatments. He and his skilled team of healthcare professionals are honored to serve you.
Dr. Karbasi earned his medical degree from the Azad Medical School at Azad University in Tehran, Iran. He went on to complete his pediatric residency at the Tehran Medical University Children’s Medical Center. He also completed a residency in family medicine and served as chief resident at the Columbus Regional Healthcare System in Columbus, Georgia. He is currently an Adjunct Faculty member and clinical Instructor at Kaiser Permanente residency program in Woodland Hills Medical center.
In addition to extensive medical training in Iran and the U.S., Dr. Karbasi holds many certifications, including Advanced Trauma Life Support, Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Program. He is board-certified in family medicine by the American Academy of Family Physicians.
“Dr aref he is one of the best doctor i have had experience with. He is very caring and knowledgeable and so kind .
Jennifer &Maria always kind and caring.”
Dr. Marjorie M. Yong specializes in both weight loss and sleep. At Yong at Heart Total Wellness, Dr. Yong serves residents in Encino, California and the surrounding areas of Los Angeles.
Dr. Marjorie Yong helps patients achieve a healthier life by addressing not only individual medical problems such as diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension but also obesity that often underlies such disorders.
She is uniquely trained in Obesity, Nutrition, and Primary Care: • Bachelor of Science, Biology, UCLA • Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), from Medical College of Georgia, • a leading primary care medical school in the U.S. • Family Practice residency in the UCLA-affiliated • Kaiser Woodland Hills program • National Institutes of Health (Clinical Research) Fellowship • in Nutrition, Department of Medicine, UCLA School of Medicine • Treated Obesity (culminating as senior physician) for 2 years • in the Bariatrics practice of the late Morton Maxwell M.D., • Professor of Medicine at UCLA, a pioneering expert in Obesity • Founded Yong at Heart Total Wellness, Inc. in 2000 • Diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine • Diplomate of the American Board of Bariatric Medicine
Dr. Yong has over 13 years of experience with patients reducing weight for health reasons including pre- and post-gastric bypass patients, children, and adults. Some desire only to lose a few pounds.Others need to lose 80-100 lbs or more. Her goal is to help everyone to achieve a healthier weight for the long-term benefits. In addition to weight loss treatment, she advises on general health maintenance and screens for other disorders.
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