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Shruti Patel, MD, is a Board-Certified Family Medicine Physician specializing in Family Practice and Urgent Care at Low Cost Health Clinics. 

With seven offices in Anaheim, Riverside, Santa Ana, Corona, Costa Mesa, Cathedral City, and Indio, California, patients have a variety of locations to choose from. In addition, all the clinics are on a walk-in basis, so patients can access care when needed.

Dr. Patel has an excellent bedside manner and is bilingual in Spanish and English. She has many years of experience working in primary care and urgent care medicine. She is one of the supervising physicians for Low Cost Health Clinics and is also involved in the management of the clinics.

Passionate about serving uninsured and low-income people in Southern California, Dr. Patel and her team provide free screenings twice a year for diabetes (glucose) and hypertension (blood pressure), also available on a walk-in basis.

Ethics are based on respect and value for patients and team members alike. Dr. Patel makes it her daily mission to resolve differences quickly and recognize and celebrate achievements, including good health.

Dr. Patel warmly welcomes all patients into all seven offices and looks forward to serving them. Call the office, visit the clinic online, or simply walk in for outstanding low cost care at any time.

Lauren Kent Davis, DO, is a board-certified family practice physician at South Coast Family Medical Center Inc. Dr. Kent Davis is passionate about providing accessible primary care to the community. She grew up in Laguna Niguel, California, where her father, Michael Kent, MD, founded South Coast Family Medical Center in 1990.

Dr. Kent Davis grew up playing soccer for the SC Blues Soccer Club and attended Santa Margarita Catholic High School in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. Dr. Kent Davis followed in her father’s footsteps, choosing medicine as her profession. She earned her undergraduate degree in psychology and pre-med from the University of Notre Dame in Notre Dame, Indiana. While studying at Notre Dame, Dr. Kent Davis continued playing soccer and was on the university’s varsity team.

Dr. Kent Davis went to medical school at Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences in Kansas City, Missouri. While in medical school, she met her husband, Chris Davis, DO. After graduation, she completed a three-year residency in family medicine at St. Anthony North Family Medicine Residency in Denver, part of Centura Health®.

In 2013, Dr. Kent Davis moved back to California and joined South Coast Family Medical Center. Dr. Kent Davis and her husband have three children: Maddison, Charlotte, and Jackson. In their spare time, they love spending time outdoors with their family.

Shruti Patel, MD, is a Board-Certified Family Medicine Physician specializing in Family Practice and Urgent Care at Low Cost Health Clinics. 

With seven offices in Anaheim, Riverside, Santa Ana, Corona, Costa Mesa, Cathedral City, and Indio, California, patients have a variety of locations to choose from. In addition, all the clinics are on a walk-in basis, so patients can access care when needed.

Dr. Patel has an excellent bedside manner and is bilingual in Spanish and English. She has many years of experience working in primary care and urgent care medicine. She is one of the supervising physicians for Low Cost Health Clinics and is also involved in the management of the clinics.

Passionate about serving uninsured and low-income people in Southern California, Dr. Patel and her team provide free screenings twice a year for diabetes (glucose) and hypertension (blood pressure), also available on a walk-in basis.

Ethics are based on respect and value for patients and team members alike. Dr. Patel makes it her daily mission to resolve differences quickly and recognize and celebrate achievements, including good health.

Dr. Patel warmly welcomes all patients into all seven offices and looks forward to serving them. Call the office, visit the clinic online, or simply walk in for outstanding low cost care at any time.

Having practiced as a Family Nurse Practitioner in a traditional clinic setting for 15 years, I've come to believe that much of the care I give is driven by listening carefully to what the patient is sharing and asking the right questions. With a good history about the patient's illness or concerns, a great deal of exceptional care can be delivered without a long wait in the doctors office.

Linda Clark, NP, is an experienced family nurse practitioner in Newport Beach, California. Through her private telehealth family medicine practice, she serves patients 12 and older throughout California, Arizona, Nevada, Colorado, Idaho, Utah, and Virginia.

Linda provides patient-focused care, ranking #1 in patient satisfaction in Orange County. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Utah in Salt Lake City and her Master of Public Health (MPH) and Master of Science in Nursing at San Diego State University in California.

Linda holds an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) credential and is board-certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). 

She’s passionate about carefully listening to patients’ concerns, allowing her to make thoughtful diagnoses and achieve superior health outcomes. Linda delivers compassionate, exceptional, affordable, convenient care from the comfort of a patient’s home or office. 

She’s very responsive to her patients with a quick turnaround time, setting her apart from other providers in the area. Linda maintains strong, long-term, trusting relationships with the understanding that there isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to patient care.

She delivers top-quality service to patients struggling with acute illnesses, chronic diseases, and mental health concerns like depression. Linda offers disease management, dermatology care, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), medically supervised weight loss, women’s health care, and sexual wellness. She customizes treatment plans based on patient goals and provides referrals whenever needed.

When she’s not working, Linda enjoys spending time with her three grown daughters, cycling, running, skiing, playing tennis, and traveling. 

Schedule a virtual appointment with Linda Clark, NP, by calling the office or booking an appointment online today.

Karen Taylor, MD, FACOG, is a skilled and compassionate gynecologist located in Newport Beach, CA who is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art, patient-centered gynecological care for women of all ages. At her practice next to Fashion Island, Dr. Taylor provides patients with an array of treatment options and medical services including well woman exams, birth control counseling, and treatment options including IUD placement, STD testing, hormone replacement therapy, treatment for menopause issues, diagnosis and management of pelvic pain, depression treatment, mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) therapy, and in-office evaluations and procedures including colposcopy and hysteroscopy. In addition, she’s a leading provider of adolescent gynecology care, helping teens and even preteens  understand their bodies and their health so they can feel more confident and empowered.

Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Taylor completed her undergraduate degree at the University of California, San Diego, followed by completing her medical degree at Tufts University in Boston and her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at University of California, Irvine. Devoted to remaining abreast of current and evolving developments in her field, she maintains active memberships in medical associations including the American Medical Association (AMA) and the Orange County Medical Association (OCMA).

Dr. Taylor is committed to providing individualized care custom-tailored to the needs of the individual patient, helping women of all ages enjoy better health, better futures, and better lives.

Dr. Kiet A Ton is a Family Medicine certified Board in Westminster, California. He graduated with honors in 2003. Having more than 21 years of diverse experiences, especially in FAMILY MEDICINE, HOSPITALIST, HOSPICE, HOME HEALTH, AND NURSING HOMES. Dr. Kiet A Ton affiliates with many hospitals including UCIrvine Fountain Valley Hospital, Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center, Hoag Irvine & Newport Beach cooperates with many other doctors and specialists. Call Dr. Kiet A Ton office on phone number (714) 895-8583 or (714)206-3618 for more information and advice or to book an appointment.

Dr. Margaret Shannon M.D.

Dr. Shannon, originally from Massachusetts, resides in Newport Beach, California. She graduated from Georgetown University, Washington DC with a B.S.N. and continued her education at Georgetown Medical School, Washington, DC where she obtained her medical degree. After serving eight years in the Navy in San Diego, California, Dr. Shannon decided to go into private practice. She is the founder of Coastline Dermatology Laser and Medical Center in Newport Beach, CA. Her sincere pride, passion and desire to be one of the best dermatologists possible resulted in the success of a 25+ year practice.

Dr. Shannon is an exceptionally gifted surgeon specializing in Mohs’ Surgery. She also loves the cosmetic side of dermatology and remains educated, trained and certified in all state of the art laser and cosmetic procedures available.
Dr. Shannon spends most of her free time with her son and daughter, the loves of her life. She enjoys watching her daughter’s volleyball and basketball games and encouraging them to make education their priority!

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:
American Academy of Dermatology, Board Certified
American Society of Dermatological Surgery
American Society of Mohs Surgery, Fellow
American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Fellow
Hoag Hospital, Active Staff Member for 25+ yrs

Dr. Alija Ali offers a full range of rejuvenating services at Alija Aesthetics, Weight Loss & Anti-Aging in Whittier, California. Whether Dr. Ali’s patients want to diminish wrinkles, lose weight, begin hormone replacement therapy, consider a Vampire procedure, or regain sexual vitality, they can count on his expertise to guide their decisions and rely on his reputation for performing procedures that exceed expectations.

Dr. Ali received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his internship at USC and residency at UCLA and the Kaiser Foundation. He’s a member of the American Osteopathic Association and currently an internist affiliated with Whittier Hospital Medical Center, in Whittier, California.

For more than 20 years, his practice has been dedicated to treating the whole person and promoting wellness and self-confidence. By combining medical training as an internist, with specialization in weight loss and anti-aging, Dr. Ali hopes to help each patient achieve their desired appearance, maintain a healthy body, and to realize their dream of a long vibrant life.

Dr. Anastasia Buerger stands out in Long Beach as a caring osteopathic physician who believes in making a real difference. Her journey into medicine is built on a diverse background, from athletic training to massage therapy, bringing a unique perspective to her practice. Dr. Buerger is not just a doctor; she's a passionate advocate for her patients and their families, always ready to listen and help. With a special place in her heart for monarch butterflies, animal welfare, and a plant-based lifestyle, Dr. Buerger’s approach to health is holistic and nurturing. She’s set on using her expertise in obesity medicine to offer more to those she serves, with plans to learn sign language to communicate even more effectively with her patients. For anyone in Long Beach looking for a physician who combines medical expertise with a genuine passion for making a difference, Dr. Anastasia Buerger offers a welcoming, supportive, and compassionate choice.

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.

Dr. Afshin Akhavan is one of Los Angeles’ leading physicians specializing in Family Medicine.  He directs two clinics in Downtown Los Angeles that provide outstanding medical services to all men, women and children.

Dr. Akhavan began his pursuit of medicine as an undergraduate at UCLA where he obtained his Bachelor of Science degree.  After receiving two degrees from UCLA, he attended Western University of Health Sciences, where he received his Osteopathic medical degree.  Dr. Akhavan fulfilled his residency in Family Medicine at USC Keck School of Medicine, where he served as a chief resident and continues to contribute as a faculty member ever since.  He is currently on staff at two local hospitals, California Hospital Medical Center where he also served as the chairman of family medicine department and Good Samaritan Hospital. He practices traditional family medicine and knows it to be his passion and his true professional calling. 

He is a servant of God, loving and dedicated husband, father, son, brother, uncle and a loyal friend.  He treats his patients, employees, colleagues and students no differently than his family. 

Dr. Akhavan’s ultimate goal is to bring G-dliness to this world and help every patient achieve his or her maximum health potential.  He focuses on empowering his patient by educating them about their healthcare, and providing them with the tools they need to maximize their health. More importantly, he truly believes in educating the leader of tomorrow’s healthcare in all aspects of medicine and thus influencing the healthcare in a positive manner by the practitioners of medicine. Dr. Akhavan and Casa de Salud lead the way in delivering complete medical treatment and preventative care. 

Wayne Dysinger, MD, MPH Wayne is an Inland Empire native, having been born and raised in Loma Linda and Yucaipa. He completed medical school at Loma Linda University, followed by a Family Medicine Residency at Florida Hospital, and a Preventive Medicine Residency back at Loma Linda. He has worked in Guam, Atlanta and New Hampshire prior to returning to Loma Linda University as Chair of the Preventive Medicine Department in 2003. Wayne has an international reputation as a leader in the field of Lifestyle Medicine, having served as President of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, and as an international consultant in the area. He is also the Medical Director of the Lifestyle Medicine Institute, and a Professor at Loma Linda University. He is passionate about treating what is really causing health problems, not just putting Band-Aids on superficial issues.

Wayne Dysinger, MD, MPH Wayne is an Inland Empire native, having been born and raised in Loma Linda and Yucaipa. He completed medical school at Loma Linda University, followed by a Family Medicine Residency at Florida Hospital, and a Preventive Medicine Residency back at Loma Linda. He has worked in Guam, Atlanta and New Hampshire prior to returning to Loma Linda University as Chair of the Preventive Medicine Department in 2003. Wayne has an international reputation as a leader in the field of Lifestyle Medicine, having served as President of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, and as an international consultant in the area. He is also the Medical Director of the Lifestyle Medicine Institute, and a Professor at Loma Linda University. He is passionate about treating what is really causing health problems, not just putting Band-Aids on superficial issues.