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Welcome to the Santa Monica OBGYN practice of Dr. Tristan Emily Bickman. Dr. Bickman. As a trusted OBGYN in Santa Monica, she has served the local community for over 18 years and specializes in all aspects of obstetrics and gynecological care. From early womanhood through pregnancy, menopause and beyond, Dr. Bickman and her team are committed to providing every patient with the best care.

Dr. Bickman is committed to making a difference in the lives of her patients. Her goal is to provide compassionate, comprehensive care with state-of-the-art diagnostics and treatments. She believes that her patients deserve personalized care, and she wants her patients to feel like they can ask her any question, or call anytime they have a problem or concern.

Dr. Tristan Bickman provides a full range of obstetric and gynecologic services for women of all ages. She provides general consultations, annual gynecological exams, ultrasounds, pre and post natal care, and treatment for issues relating to pelvic pain, infertility, menopause, and osteoporosis.

A mother of five herself, Dr. Bickman has a special interest in obstetrics and loves to deliver babies. In fact, Dr. Bickman had a C-Section, and a subsequent 4 VBAC's. Additionally, Dr. Bickman has struggled with infertility, so is able to relate to her patients on a very personal level.  She specializes in high-risk pregnancies, and strives to help women have the birth experience they desire. Unlike many group OBGYN practices, Dr. Bickman delivers all her patients’ babies herself. Her patients never have to worry who will be with them in the delivery room. This practice brings a warm, personal touch to one of the most important moments in your and your baby’s life.

Dr. Bickman is a board certified OBGYN with hospital affiliations at both St. John’s Health Center and UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Bickman was born and raised in Los Angeles, attending Westlake School for Girls for high school, UC Berkeley and UCLA undergraduate and the USC school of Medicine. Dr. Bickman did her residency at Cedars Sinai Medical Center.

Dr. Rastegar was born at St. John’s Hospital and grew up in Santa Monica, California. She attended local schools for elementary, middle and high school. Dr. Rastegar performed piano competitively and received the highest honor within the State of California, achieving membership into the prestigious Young Artists’ Guild.

However, Dr. Rastegar knew from a young age that her calling lay in medicine. She therefore chose to pursue a premed education at Stanford University, where upon acceptance, she was awarded the prestigious Presidents’ Scholar Grant for intellectual studies. Dr. Rastegar’s interest in women’s health could be evidenced as early as a prize-winning study of the effect of birth control pills on women’s health.

Following college, Dr. Rastegar spent two years at UCSF, involved in clinical researchon pulmonary disease. She then attended Case Western School of Medicine, in Cleveland, Ohio, where she did her clinical rotations at the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic. While in medical school, Dr. Rastegar received an award for her community outreach project on fish consumption in pregnancy. It was during medical school that Dr. Rastegar’s passion for women’s health led her to the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Dr. Rastegar then returned home to Los Angeles and completed a residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. She feels fortunate to be able to provide comprehensive care to women, ranging from normal pregnancy and preventative gynecologic care to the care of high-risk pregnancies, multiple gestations, individualized birth experiences, post-partum care, infertility, uterine, fibroids and polyps, abnormal pap smears, birth control counseling, painful periods, vaginal infections, ovarian cysts and more. Her rigorous training has also prepared her to handle a multitude of obstetrical and surgical emergencies. Dr. Rastegar cares for each patient as a unique individual, taking the time to listen and formulate personalized treatment plans.

She is accepting new patients.

Dr. Lawrence Bruksch achieved his undergraduate degree in Biology at Northwestern University and his medical degree at the University of Illinois, where he graduated at the top of his class and with multiple honors, including selection to the exclusive Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, one of only two OB/GYN physicians in Santa Monica so recognized. Dr. Bruksch founded Plaza Towers Obstetrics & Gynecology, which was the busiest OB/GYN practice at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center from 1982-2002 and has been the busiest practice at St. John's Health Center from 2002-2012. Dr. Bruksch has performed the majority of gynecologic surgeries for the practice over that time, gaining a wealth of experience in all facets of surgery.

His special interests are urogynecologic surgeries, pelvic reconstruction and multiple and high risk pregnancies. He has been voted "Super Doctor of Los Angeles" by his peers, "Patients' Choice" by his patients and recently received a commendation from St. John's Health Center for "Outstanding Patient Satisfaction".

Dr. Shamsah Amersi is one of the country's leading and most recognized Ob-Gyns. She graduated in the top 1% of her medical school UCSF, ranked number three in the world for the best medical school. She graduated alpha omega alpha, an honor bestowed to top 1% of all doctors in the country.

Dr. Amersi has won national awards throughout her career for her work in women's health and has been chosen as Top Doctors of the United States for the past years. She has delivered over 12,000 babies during her career, including being the personal physician to high profile clients and celebrities. Dr Amersi is a leading expert in treating hormone imbalances for women at all phases of their lives including PCOS, weight loss, infertility, perimenopause and menopause. She implements a unique holistic personalized treatment plan and formulates an individualized treatment compromising of supplements, lifestyle, compounded and bioidentical hormone therapy.

She was recently honored in a national commercial "Real Heroes" by Naomi Osaka for her work on the Covid-19 frontlines. Her awards include

Top Ob/Gyn in America - 2020, 2021,2022, 2022, 2023,

Los Angeles Top Doctors - 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023

Compassionate Doctor Award -2020, 2021, 2022, 2023

Southern California Super Doctor Award 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024

America’s Most Honored Doctor- top 1% 2019, 2020. 2021, 2022, 2023

Patients’ Choice Award 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023


Dr. Amersi has been in private practice for 23 years and specializes in a holistic approach to women's health. She has been providing comprehensive women’s health services in Los Angeles since 2002. Highly-trained and honored by the medical community, she is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and a Diplomat of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Amersi implements the most advanced, state-of-the-art technology and treatment options. She teaches students from UCLA and the art of women's health, and serves as a mentor to physician assistants from Yale University. She is a pregnancy consultant for Headspace, a meditation app used by millions of people around the world. She also serves as on the health advisory board for Anya, Cool as Cucumber, ROM tech.

The health of your lifestyle is an essential component not only in the prevention, but also in the treatment of chronic diseases, often allowing medications—and the risk of their side effects—to be reduced. By emphasizing a personalized, holistic approach to healthcare, Dr. Amersi will build a close partnership to help you reach your full potential. This approach to healthcare can benefit everyone—whether you are very healthy or suffer from a medical condition—and will allow you to optimize your general health in the future. From nutrition and lifestyle changes to detoxification programs, Amersi MD offers the most advanced recommendations for optimal health, happiness, and longevity.

Whether you are visiting her for a routine check-up, to address a serious health concern, to plan a new addition to the family, or for surgery, you can rest assured that Dr. Amersi will guide you through each appointment with individual attention, clear communication, compassion, and exceptional skill.

She employs the latest techniques in cancer screening and prevention. For your convenience, all diagnostic testing, labs, surgical, and non-surgical treatments are performed right in here the office – there is no need to visit a separate facility for your care.

Supported by her warm professional team, Dr. Amersi treats women through all phases of life and cherishes the special one-on-one relationship between patient and doctor. Dr. Amersi is the only practitioner at her office and you will receive personal service from a trusted friend every time you visit.

Dr. Lawrence Bruksch achieved his undergraduate degree in Biology at Northwestern University and his medical degree at the University of Illinois, where he graduated at the top of his class and with multiple honors, including selection to the exclusive Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, one of only two OB/GYN physicians in Santa Monica so recognized. Dr. Bruksch founded Plaza Towers Obstetrics & Gynecology, which was the busiest OB/GYN practice at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center from 1982-2002 and has been the busiest practice at St. John's Health Center from 2002-2012. Dr. Bruksch has performed the majority of gynecologic surgeries for the practice over that time, gaining a wealth of experience in all facets of surgery.

His special interests are urogynecologic surgeries, pelvic reconstruction and multiple and high risk pregnancies. He has been voted "Super Doctor of Los Angeles" by his peers, "Patients' Choice" by his patients and recently received a commendation from St. John's Health Center for "Outstanding Patient Satisfaction".

Dr. Rastegar was born at St. John’s Hospital and grew up in Santa Monica, California. She attended local schools for elementary, middle and high school. Dr. Rastegar performed piano competitively and received the highest honor within the State of California, achieving membership into the prestigious Young Artists’ Guild.

However, Dr. Rastegar knew from a young age that her calling lay in medicine. She therefore chose to pursue a premed education at Stanford University, where upon acceptance, she was awarded the prestigious Presidents’ Scholar Grant for intellectual studies. Dr. Rastegar’s interest in women’s health could be evidenced as early as a prize-winning study of the effect of birth control pills on women’s health.

Following college, Dr. Rastegar spent two years at UCSF, involved in clinical researchon pulmonary disease. She then attended Case Western School of Medicine, in Cleveland, Ohio, where she did her clinical rotations at the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic. While in medical school, Dr. Rastegar received an award for her community outreach project on fish consumption in pregnancy. It was during medical school that Dr. Rastegar’s passion for women’s health led her to the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Dr. Rastegar then returned home to Los Angeles and completed a residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. She feels fortunate to be able to provide comprehensive care to women, ranging from normal pregnancy and preventative gynecologic care to the care of high-risk pregnancies, multiple gestations, individualized birth experiences, post-partum care, infertility, uterine, fibroids and polyps, abnormal pap smears, birth control counseling, painful periods, vaginal infections, ovarian cysts and more. Her rigorous training has also prepared her to handle a multitude of obstetrical and surgical emergencies. Dr. Rastegar cares for each patient as a unique individual, taking the time to listen and formulate personalized treatment plans.

She is accepting new patients.

Women’s Care of Beverly Hills, in Beverly Hills, California, is proud to welcome Dr. Naomi Suriel.

Dr. Suriel has been in practice for over 20 years, providing excellent general and high-risk obstetrics and gynecology care in Beverly Hills.

Born in Los Angeles and educated at UCLA, with a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics/applied science, she went on to earn her Doctor of Medicine degree, completing her education at Rush Medical College in Chicago and graduating from SUNY Health Sciences Center in Brooklyn, New York. She then completed a residency program in Ob/Gyn at Cornell-affiliated New York Downtown Hospital.

Dr. Suriel served as Medical Director of a woman’s health center in Manhattan Beach, California, prior to expanding her practice to include Beverly Hills in 1997.

Dr. Suriel knew from a young age that she would deliver babies one day. She is fulfilling her dream and is honored to participate in this very intimate, special occasion in a family’s life. She is active in the West Los Angles community, where she lives with her husband and children.

Dr. Suriel is American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG) Certified and a Fellow in the American College of Obstetrics Gynecology (ACOG).

Diahnn Campbell, MD, is one of the skilled physicians at Women’s Care of Beverly Hills, an obstetrics and gynecology practice in Beverly Hills, California. 

She completed her undergraduate training at the University of California, San Diego, where she studied biology and also participated in collegiate basketball. She then went on to work as a researcher at the Moores Cancer Center, where she published a number of articles pertaining to novel breast cancer immunotherapies. She earned her medical degree from the University of California, Irvine, and completed her internship and residency training at Cedars Sinai Medical Center. During her training at Cedars Sinai, she continued her interests in research, looking to identify risk factors for readmission for preeclampsia as well as improving obstetrical trauma documentation. 

Dr. Campbell is well-trained in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, including laparoscopy. She is a native of the Los Angeles area and is committed to delivering comprehensive and excellent obstetrical and gynecological care to the women in her community.

Matthew Guile, MD, MS, is a physician practicing at Women’s Care of Beverly Hills, an obstetrics and gynecology practice in Beverly Hills, California. 

Dr. Guile earned a Bachelor of Science in chemistry from the University of Connecticut, Storrs, in 1996. He then went on to earn his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine in 2005 before completing a residency in gynecology and obstetrics at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. 

Dr. Guile’s professional interests include minimally invasive surgery, the diagnosis and management of cervical dysplasia, endometriosis, and high-risk obstetrics. 

To stay up to date with the latest advancements in the field, Dr. Guile maintains professional affiliations with the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists and The Kelly Society. He has also contributed to numerous presentations, research publications, and book chapters. 

To better serve the diverse communities of Los Angeles, Dr. Guile is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Guile looks forward to welcoming new and returning patients to Women’s Care of Beverly Hills.

Robert Katz, MD, FACOG, is one of the physicians practicing at Women’s Care of Beverly Hills, an obstetrics and gynecology practice in Beverly Hills, California. 

A Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr.  Dr. Katz completed his internship, residency, and chief residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Katz has been a premier provider for the women of Beverly Hills for over 25 years and has been named “Top Doctor” by US News and World Report and “Super Doctor” by the LA Times Magazine. As a founding member of the Cedars-Sinai Center of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecology, Dr. Katz is a leader of the hospital community and has served on the OB/GYN Performance Improvement Committee, the physician Peer Review Board for OB/GYN, and the hospital-wide Medical Executive Committee. He was awarded The Golden Rattle Award in 2009 by the March of Dimes for his unrivaled care of mothers and babies in the Los Angeles Community. 

Dr. Katz enjoys teaching the residents and medical students of UCLA and Cedars-Sinai and is passionate about his charity involvement with HELPS International (an annual medical mission trip to Guatemala), the March of Dimes, Shane’s Inspiration, the Hirshberg Pancreatic Cancer Foundation, and the Jewish Federation.

Lia LaBrant, MD, is a skilled physician at Women’s Care of Beverly Hills, an obstetrics and gynecology practice in Beverly Hills, California.

Dr. Lia LaBrant graduated with a Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Washington. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.

Dr. LaBrant comes to us following many research projects and volunteer positions with rural hospitals in Ethiopia and Malawi, Africa. She spent time as well with an emergency service program providing aid in North Portland, Oregon.

She has given many hours of service in our community at local hospitals and free clinics.

Lia has published many articles dealing with women’s issues, from gynecologic malignancies to the need to reduce the risk of primary breast cancer in women.

Dr. LaBrant looks forward to welcoming new and returning patients to Women’s Care of Beverly Hills.

David Finke, MD, FACOG, is one of the physicians practicing at Women’s Care of Beverly Hills, an obstetrics and gynecology practice in Beverly Hills, California. 

A Junior Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Dr. Finke received his undergraduate and Doctor of Medicine degrees from the University of Missouri-Kansas City in 2006. He completed his post-graduate training as Administrative Chief Resident at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, where he received the award for Outstanding Academic Achievement and the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists Award. He is very active in the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and has a special interest in healthcare reform. 

Dr. Finke believes that patient education is the foundation of a good patient-physician relationship and was awarded “Top OB/GYN” and “Most Compassionate OB/GYN” in California by HealthTap.com in 2011-12. 

Dr. Finke’s charity involvement includes working with Living Advantage, Inc. of Los Angeles, Run for Her, and the Saban Free (LA Free) Medical Clinics.

Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz, MD, FACOG, is one of the physicians practicing at Women’s Care of Beverly Hills, an obstetrics and gynecology in Beverly Hills, California. 

A Diplomat of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Gilberg-Lenz received her medical degree in 1996 from the USC School of Medicine and completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. She completed her clinical Ayurvedic Specialist degree at California College of Ayurveda in 2010 and was board certified in Integrative and Holistic medicine in 2008.

Dr. Gilberg-Lenz is involved in women’s empowerment and public education and frequently appears as an expert in women’s health and integrative medicine on TV, in print, and online. Dr. Gilberg-Lenz has appeared on Dr. Drew’s “Lifechangers,” The Tyra Banks Show, The Today Show, Headline News, and Bill O’Reilly’s “No Spin Zone.” Her popular Menopause Bootcamp events help guide people through the transition of menopause and the book of the same name will be published by Harper Collins in October of 2022. https://www.harpercollins.com/products/menopause-bootcamp-suzanne-gilberg-lenz?variant=40050928058402. 

Dr. Gilberg-Lenz is co-founder of Cedars-Sinai Medical Center’s Green Committee and is deeply committed to the promotion of healing that involves individuals, families, communities, and the planet. She and her family give back by devoting their time to charities, including the Big Sunday Organization and Gramercy Housing Group. Learn more about Dr. Gilberg Lenz here https://thedrsuzanne.com/.

Schedule an appointment online today with Dr. Gilberg-Lenz at the Beverly Hills office.

Parisa Pourzand, M.D., is a board-certified OB/GYN dedicated to improving the lives of women of all ages at her practice, Parisa Pourzand, M.D. Inc., in the greater Glendale, Burbank, and Beverly Hills, California areas. She views her role as your partner in making the absolute most of your health and wellness and strives to build a relationship with each and every woman in her care.

Dr. Pourzand began her education at the University of Tabriz in Iran before coming to America to complete a residency at Loma Linda University Medical Center in Loma Linda, California. She further refined her skills through a residency at Adventist Health Glendale.

Now in private practice in Glendale, Burbank, and Beverly Hills, California, Dr. Pourzand offers comprehensive OB/GYN services spanning the course of a woman’s life. Whether you need to bring your daughter to her first gynecology appointment, are in need of well woman exams, want to explore your family planning options, or have a complex gynecology need, Dr. Pourzand is here to help.

Dr. Pourzand is also honored to be the obstetrician of choice for many women in the Glendale, Burbank, and Beverly Hills, California, areas. Assisting you through this exciting time of your life is a privilege, one that Dr. Pourzand takes to heart. You’ll feel supported and well cared for from your very first prenatal care visit through your delivery and postnatal care.

Technology plays an important role at Parisa Pourzand, M.D. Inc. and enhances every aspect of your care. From state-of-the-art imaging and diagnostic tools to advanced surgical solutions, Dr. Pourzand relies on equipment that represents today’s best medical technology. She and her staff attend continuing education opportunities to ensure they stay abreast of the continuous changes in medical tech.

If you’re looking for a women’s health specialist who takes the time to get to know you and is always willing to listen to your concerns, book an appointment to sit down with Dr. Pourzand and learn more about her approach to women’s health.

Dr. Arjang Naim is a compassionate, well-known OB-GYN treating patients in Los Angeles, California, and the surrounding communities. His goal as a practitioner is to ensure that each of his patients is satisfied with the care that they receive. He holds certification from the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. 

Raised in Los Angeles and New York, Dr. Naim attended the Mount Sinai School of Medicine in order to pursue his medical degree. He continued his medical education at the Maimonides Medical Center. Here, he focused on the study of obstetrics and gynecology. 

Patients visiting Dr. Naim can receive a full range of obstetric and gynecological services. He provides annual gynecological examination, family planning, care for high-risk pregnancies, and management for menopause. When he is not treating patients, Dr. Naim is active in church activities and enjoys spending time with his wife and children.