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Brett Wertman, MD, FACC, is a triple board-certified cardiologist who is widely respected for his treatment and care for patients at Coastal Cardiology of Orange County in Ladera Ranch and Irvine, California.
Dr. Wertman, who twice has been named a Physician of Excellence by the Orange County Medical Association, also leads the Cardiac Rehabilitation Program at Hoag Hospital Irvine in Irvine.
An Orange County native, Dr. Wertman graduated summa cum laude and with Phi Beta Kappa Society honors in earning his Bachelor of Arts degrees in biochemistry and molecular, cellular, and developmental biology from the University of Colorado Boulder in Boulder, Colorado.
Dr. Wertman then completed his medical degree from the University of Washington in Seattle, Washington, and went on to finish his internship and residency training in internal medicine at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles, California.
He completed his fellowship training in cardiology and interventional cardiology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, also in Los Angeles.
Dr. Wertman has authored numerous publications in leading peer-reviewed journals and participated in live case transmissions to national meetings, demonstrating new techniques in the treatment of coronary artery disease and valvular heart disease.
Dr. Wertman is highly trained in the percutaneous treatment of valvular heart disease, including aortic valve replacement using the Edwards Sapien heart valve system, as well as mitral valve repair using the Abbott MitraClip™ system. He also has significant experience in other novel interventional therapies.
He looks forward to welcoming new patients and offering superior care to those returning to Coastal Cardiology of Orange County.
In Dr. Wertman’s spare time, he enjoys relaxing with his family, traveling, and exercising.
“Dr. Wertman is excellent. He is incredibly knowledgeable and very kind and considerate. I appreciate that he took the time to explain what he saw and answered all my questions. Crystal and Nicole were awesome. They are professional amd highly competent, and just as important, they made me feel right at ease, explaining everything we would be doing during the tests and why we're doing it. Dr. Wertman, Nicole and Crystal are highly skilled, personable and friendly. Thank you!”
Dr. Brett Wertman, MD
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Dr. Huy Nguyen, MD
Cardiovascular Disease Physician 24.4 mi
4.88(236)
333 Corporate Drive
Suite 102
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
Huy Nguyen, MD, FACC, a cardiologist at Coastal Cardiology of Orange County, has deep roots in Irvine, California, one of the communities the practice proudly serves, along with Ladera Ranch, California.
Dr. Nguyen grew up in Irvine and received his Bachelor of Arts in biology from the University of California, Irvine.
He then earned a master's in applied physiology and earned his medical degree from Chicago Medical School, one of the graduate schools of the Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in North Chicago, Illinois.
Back in Orange County, he completed his internship and residency in internal medicine, as well as his fellowship training in general cardiology, all at UC Irvine Medical Center in Orange, California.
He then moved to New York to complete his interventional cardiology fellowship at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, where he was awarded Outstanding Interventional Cardiology Fellow of the Year.
Throughout the course of his training, Dr. Nguyen has given numerous lectures and presentations, and has authored publications in peer-reviewed journals on various topics in both general and interventional cardiology.
He was involved with and participated in live case demonstrations at Mount Sinai Hospital, focusing on complex coronary interventions.
Dr. Nguyen believes in a patient-centric approach to cardiovascular care and focuses on the collaborative efforts with his patients in optimizing their outcomes.
In his spare time, Dr. Nguyen enjoys spending time with his family, watching movies, playing basketball, and surfing.
Teferi Mitiku, MD, FACC, is a board-certified cardiologist in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology and Cardiovascular Disease. He specializes in cardiac electrophysiology (EP) and provides the entire spectrum of arrhythmia treatments, including medical therapy, catheter ablation, and device-based therapy. Dr. Mitiku strives to provide compassionate care for his patients at Coastal Cardiology of Orange County in Irvine and Ladera Ranch, California.
Dr. Mitiku earned his Bachelor of Science in molecular cell and development biology from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), graduating magna cum laude. He went on to attend the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, receiving his Doctor of Medicine.
He then completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Stanford University Hospital in Stanford, California, before completing cardiovascular medicine and electrophysiology fellowships at Yale New Haven Hospital in New Haven, Connecticut.
He previously served as the Director of Electrophysiology and an Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of Cardiology at the University of California, Irvine (UCI) School of Medicine and Wayne State University School of Medicine.
During his academic appointments, Dr. Mitiku enjoys teaching medical students, residents, and cardiology fellows. He was awarded Outstanding Teacher of The Year for three consecutive years and was granted entry into the Gold Humanism Honor Society.
Dr. Mitiku is affiliated with UCI Medical Center in Orange, California, and serves as the director of electrophysiology at Hoag Irvine Hospital in Irvine, California. At Hoag, He was awarded the top quality performer within the Cardiology peer group for 2019 and 2020. He is also a member of the American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology, and the American Medical Association.
He looks forward to welcoming new patients and providing excellent care for those continuing at Coastal Cardiology of Orange County.
Loanne B. Tran, MD, MPH is a primary care physician who is in private practice serving patients in Arcadia and surrounding communities. She specializes in internal medicine and pediatrics and has built her practice around the concept of providing highly individualized care that focuses on the specific needs and goals of each patient. She has a compassionate and caring bedside manner, and seeks to establish lasting relationships with all of her patients.
Dr. Tran received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Southern California, Los Angeles. She went on to complete her Medical degree at Tulane University School of Medicine. She also earned a Master degree in Public Health and Tropical Medicine at Tulane School of Public Health in New Orleans. She did her residency in internal medicine and pediatrics at the Los Angeles County - USC Medical Center where she also served as Chief Resident.
Dr. Loanne B. Tran has worked in a variety of medical settings, including research, urgent care, consulting work and emergency care. Her passion, however, is in providing excellent primary care. Dr. Tran is dedicated to her profession, passionate about patient care and is a strong advocate for her patients. She integrates elements of education and advocacy as she empowers her patients to improve their own health and wellness through healthy living and disease prevention. Her technologically advanced office and helpful staff will ensure you make the most of your visit.
In her free time, she enjoys hiking, dancing, playing pickle ball and board games with her family and friends. She also enjoys reading a good thriller mystery book at times.
Loanne B. Tran, MD, MPH is able to accommodate many different insurance options, and is currently accepting new patients.
Dr. Daniel Brelian is a gastroenterologist at Downtown Gastro Medical Group in Los Angeles. He is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology, and is passionate about helping patients recover from a wide range of digestive ailments and conditions.
Dr. Brelian received his bachelor’s degree in Molecular and Cell Biology from the University of California, Berkeley and went on to earn his Doctor of Medicine at Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia.
He has worked in some of the most innovative and prestigious medical centers in the nation, including Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Georgetown University Hospital, and New York University. Before opening his private practice, he was a physician at the Pacific Alliance Medical Group.
Dr. Brelian’s work has appeared in numerous medical journals, including Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. Committed to the latest research and training, he is also a member of many professional organizations, including the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) and the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA).
At Downtown Gastro Medical Group, Dr. Brelian helps patients recover from conditions like irritable bowel syndrome, food allergies, acid reflux disease, Crohn's disease, and more. With a commitment to the most excellent quality of patient care, his patients feel supported and empowered to live their healthiest lives.
Prestige Med offers the latest in aesthetics and anti-aging, for San Ramon, San Jose, and San Juan Capistrano, CA. We provide safe and effective treatments using the latest technology, with limited downtime.
Dr. Mardanzai's background consists of over 20 years as a procedurist in various settings. Most notably, he has worked in wound care specialty as the previous Medical Director of the San Ramon Regional Multispecialty Advanced Wound Center, before pursuing a fellowship in facial aesthetics. He is dual board-certified with ABIM and the American Aesthetic Association.
Our mission is to rejuvenate every patient, and help them reach their most youthful and vibrant self. Your care will be provided by our expert physician and our master nurse injector. Our services range from minimally invasive to more vigorous procedures, and are designed to help you feel and look your best.
Dr. Banafshe earned his undergraduate degree from UCLA and he then completed his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at Los Angeles County/USC Medical Center.
Dr. Banafshe is sought after for his warm manner, capacity to listen and ability to clearly discuss medical issues so that he and his patient can effectively participate as a team in making decisions about care.
Dr. Richards earned his undergraduate degree from UC Berkeley and his medical degree from UCLA. Extending his training, he had the honor of a summer internship with Travis Windsor, M.D. who was a pioneer in electrocardiography (EKG technology). He then completed a 3 year residency in Internal medicine in the UCLA/VA program. His emphasis in preventive medicine and health promotion is in keeping with our practice philosophy.
Marina Tovmasian, FNP-C, is an exceptional family nurse practitioner at Elevate Health Group in Glendale, Burbank, and La Canada, California.
Raised in Los Angeles, California, Marina has been a proud member of the Elevate Health Group team since 2017. She joined the team as a medical assistant, building on her passion for healthcare.
With a desire to further her education, Marina received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from West Coast University. She returned to Elevate Health Group as a registered nurse. Working with patients more directly, Marina returned to school to study ways to provide more direct care to her patients. She received her Master of Science in Nursing from Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science in Los Angeles, California.
Marina believes in going above and beyond for her patients at Elevate Health Group. She is dedicated to providing outstanding care to the Glendale, California, community, and surrounding areas.
Raised in Glendale, CA, Dr. Derhartunian has always had a passion for medicine. Growing up in the tight community, he spent most of his childhood helping his father at a local pharmacy. There, he not only learned a vast array of different pharmacokinetics, but also strengthened the bond with the community in which he dreamed of serving. Dr. Derhartunian's career began in Glendale at R.D. White Elementary School where him and Dr. Tovmassian became instant friends. He then went on to complete his education at Woodrow Wilson Middle School followed by Glendale Senior High School. After obtaining a Bachelors in Science in Biochemistry from the University of California at Santa Barbara, Dr. Derhartunian attended Ross University Medical School. He completed Internal Medicine Residency at NYU-Lutheran Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY. His main focus in medicine is a preventative approach with a focus on evidence based medicine.
At Elevate Health Group, Dr. Narbeh Tovmassian is a leading provider of general health and preventative medicine. The practice provides Glendale, CA patients with services such as comprehensive, annual physicals, chronic and complex medical treatment and management, inpatient hospital services, nursing home visits, well-person visits, preoperative medical exams and checkups, sports physicals and injury treatment, STD screenings, vaccinations, and so much more.
Dr. Tovmassian grew up in Glendale and has been devoted to medicine from a young age. He obtained his Bachelor’s degree in Physiological Sciences at the University of California- Los Angeles. Dr. Tovmassian went on to receive his Doctorate of Medicine from the Ross University’s School of Medicine. He also completed a three-year Internal Medicine residency in Las Vegas at the University of Nevada’s School of Medicine. He is also board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He specializes in preventative medicine and cardiovascular diseases.
His expertise lies in the diagnosis, treatment, and prolonged care of adults ranging from general health to complex conditions and illnesses. The practice focuses on a patient-oriented approach and Dr. Tovmassian aims to provide the highest quality care to his each and every one of his patients. The practice is also devoted to utilizing the most recent innovations in the medical field.
Elevate Health Group is dedicated to upholding the principles of a traditional internal medicine practice and works to provide patients with continuing care from an expertly trained physician. Dr. Tovmassian works to ensure that his patients feel welcomed, comfortable, and in capable hands.
Dr. Tovmassian and the entire staff of Elevate Health Group welcome new patients, where the practice accepts most major forms of medical insurance.
Dr. Hayk Vahe Papukhyan, born in Yerevan, Armenia, is a dedicated physician known for his excellence in medical care and scholarly pursuits.
Graduating from Yerevan State Medical University in 2014, he later pursued further training at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital in Michigan, specializing in Internal Medicine from 2018 to 2021. Now, as an Internal Medicine Physician at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital and Elevate Health Group, he continues to provide compassionate care while mentoring future medical professionals globally.
Dr. Papukhyan's research in critical care medicine and cardiovascular health has been published in prestigious journals and presented at national conferences. He is also recognized for his leadership in quality improvement initiatives, particularly in managing conditions like deep vein thrombosis and congestive heart failure. A member of professional societies like the American Heart Association and the American College of Physicians, Dr. Papukhyan's unwavering dedication to medicine inspires colleagues and reflects his commitment to advancing healthcare standards.
Narineh Yermian, DO, is an internist practicing primary care at Elevate Health Group, located in Glendale, La Canada, and Burbank, California.
Dr. Yermian is a Glendale native who completed her undergraduate degree at the University of California Santa Cruz and medical training at Touro University in Nevada. Her residency was completed at the Riverside County Hospital - Riverside University Health System, where she spent her last year as a Chief Resident.
Dr. Yermian is excited to return to the community she grew up in to practice holistic, evidence-based and patient centered care. She is dedicated to integrating lifestyle and preventative measures with advanced medical treatment. She encourages patients to assume control of their health and offers tailored guidance and support to reach their health goals.
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Yermian or another member of the team at Elevate Health Group, call the nearest office or request an appointment online today.
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