Orange Coast Magazine August 2022- Health and Wellness Issue

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Unmatched for Excellence UCI Health physicians are driven by a singular purpose: improving the health of the people in our community.

At Orange County’s only academic health system, our physicians are shaping the future of healthcare. They don’t just practice medicine, they create it. Groundbreaking innovations, lifesaving research and training the physicians of tomorrow — this is what they do, all to ensure that you and your family get the best care possible.

It’s why 187 of our doctors — more than any other hospital in our region — have been named 2022 Physicians of Excellence by the Orange County Medical Association.

And it’s why we at UCI Health stop at nothing to create a healthier tomorrow for all. ucihealth.org/topdocs

UCI Health Physicians of Excellence for 2022 Allergy Donald S. Levy, MD Anesthesiology Kyle S. Ahn, MD Katherine Chiu, MD Rakhi Dayal, MD Scott A. Engwall, MD

Family Medicine Shiho Ito, MD

Nephrology Kamyar Kalantar-Zadeh, MD

Melitza Cobham-Browne, MD Daniel Kang, MD

Brian Y. Kim, MD Christopher Kroner, MD

Uttam Reddy, MD Connie Rhee, MD

Penny R. Murata, MD Van. P. Nguyen Greco, MD

José Mayorga, MD Tan Q. Nguyen, MD

Neurology

Hanh-Uyen Nguyen-Tang, MD Leticia C. Oliveros, MD

Baotran N. Vo, MD

Yama Akbari, MD Daniela A. Bota, MD

Tommy Wang, MD Varalakshmi Reddy, MD

Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery

Cyrus K. Dastur, MD

Pediatric Cardiology

Richard J. Kelly, MD

Felicia L. Lane, MD

Mark J. Fisher, MD Namita A. Goyal, MD

Anjan S. Batra, MD

Debra Morrison, MD

Gastroenterology

Xiao-Tang Kong, MD

Nafiz Kiciman, MD

Ariana M. Nelson, MD

Kenneth J. Chang, MD

Tahseen Mozaffar, MD

Corey K. Nelson, MD

John G. Lee, MD

S. Mohammad H. Shafie, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Kyle P. Paredes, MD

Nimisha K. Parekh, MD

Sara J. Stern-Nezer, MD

Danielle Perret Karimi, MD

Govind R. Rajan, MD

Jason Samarasena, MD

Gaby Thai, MD

Genetics

Neurosurgery

Gregory Evans, MD

Virginia Kimonis, MD

Jefferson Chen, MD

Daniel C. Jaffurs, MD

Kiarash Golshani, MD

Raj M. Vyas, MD

Robert R. Field, MD Anna L. Harris, MD

Shermeen B. Vakharia, MD William C. Wilson, MD Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Minh-Ha Tran, DO Cardiovascular Disease Pranav M. Patel, MD Satinder Swaroop, MD Colon and Rectal Surgery Joseph C. Carmichael, MD Steven D. Mills, MD Michael J. Stamos, MD Dermatology Kristen M. Kelly, MD

Geriatric Medicine Lisa Gibbs, MD Sonia R. Sehgal, MD Steven P. Tam, MD Gynecologic Oncology Robert Bristow, MD Krishnansu Tewari, MD Hematology Lauren Pinter-Brown, MD Richard A. Van Etten, MD Infectious Diseases

Frank P.K. Hsu, MD Mark E. Linskey, MD Sumeet Vadera, MD

Adrian Preda, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology

David Safani, MD

Jennifer Butler, MD Afshan B. Hameed, MD

Pulmonary Disease/Critical Care Medicine

Tabetha R. Harken, MD

Bassam Yaghmour, MD

Christine Kim, MD

Radiation Oncology

Michael Krychman, MD

Allen M. Chen, MD

Internal Medicine

Manuel Porto, MD

Emilie L. Chow, MD

Peter Chung, MD

Ke-Qin Hu, MD

Ophthalmology

Robin B. Steinberg-Epstein, MD

Sonali Iyer, MD

Arash Anavim, MD

Rachel Perry, MD

R. Wade Crow, MD Marjan Farid, MD Sumit (Sam) Garg, MD Sanjay R. Kehdar, MD

Joseph E. Burns, MD

Interventional Cardiology

Baruch D. Kuppermann, MD

Eleanor Chu, MD

Ihab Alomari, MD

Ken Y. Lin, MD

Freddie Combs, MD

Interventional Radiology

Stephen A. Feig, MD Maryam Golshan-Momeni, MD Mohammad Helmy, MD Roozbeh Houshyar, MD Emergency Medicine Carrie Chandwani, MD Robert J. Katzer, MD Shadi Lahham, MD Mark I. Langdorf, MD Shahram Lotfipour, MD Megan B. Osborn, MD Shannon L. Toohey, MD

Nadine Abi-Jaoudeh, MD Dayantha M. Fernando, MD Maternal-Fetal Medicine Judith H. Chung, MD Tamera J. Hatfield, MD

Mitul C. Mehta, MD Sameh Mosaed, MD Jeremiah P. Tao, MD Matthew W. Wade, MD Orthopedic Surgery

Sheetal Desai, MD Alan R. Schenk, MD Surgery Shaun Daly, MD Marcelo W. Hinojosa, MD David K. Imagawa, MD, PhD Karen T. Lane, MD Erin Lin, MD Jeffrey Nahmias, MD Ninh T. Nguyen, MD Brian R. Smith, MD Surgical Oncology Maki Yamamoto, MD Urology

Ranjan Gupta, MD

Kai-wen Chuang, MD

Andrew R. Hsu, MD

Ralph V. Clayman, MD

Medical Oncology

Yu-Po Lee, MD

Joel Gelman, MD

Paul Coluzzi, MD

Gregory Rafijah, MD

Gamal M. Ghoniem, MD

Farshid Dayyani, MD

John A. Scolaro, MD

Mark L. Jordan, MD

Angela G. Fleischman, MD

David H. So, MD

Jaime Landman, MD

Carol A. Major, MD

Deepa Jeyakumar, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Andrew R. Reikes, MD

Nataliya Mar, MD Edward L. Nelson, MD

Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Brian J.F. Wong, MD

Stephanie Y. Lu, MD

Rheumatology

Nitin N. Bhatia, MD

Jennifer A. Jolley, MD

Alisa V. Wray, MD

Qin Yang, MD

Reza Farokhpay, MD Anju Hurria, MD

Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics

Maryam Rahimi, MD

Rimal B. Bera, MD

Tatiana Kain, MD

Lanny L. Hsieh, MD

Bavani Nadeswaran, MD

Psychiatry

Nuclear Medicine

Patrick K. Lee, MD

Diagnostic Radiology

Plastic Surgery

Khosrow Mahdavi, MD

Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery William B. Armstrong, MD

Ross Moskowitz, MD M. Leon Seard II, MD Edward Uchio, MD Elias Wehbi, MD

Jason A. Zell, DO

Naveen D. Bhandarkar, MD Roger L. Crumley, MD

Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Muhammad Aslam, MD

Hamid R. Djalilian, MD Harrison Lin, MD

Vascular Surgery Carlos Donayre, MD

Fayez Bany-Mohammed, MD Rebecca J. Coleman, MD

Sunil P. Verma, MD

Roy M. Fujitani, MD Nii-Kabu Kabutey, MD

Yona Nicolau, MD Cherry Uy, MD

Pediatrics Behnoosh Afghani, MD

Faysal A. Yafi, MD

Isabella J. Kuo, MD

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BEST WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH NOW

We asked 10 experts to give us their advice about the most important changes people can make to get healthier.

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“People start exercising for the physical effects, but (the benefits go) way beyond that. It will increase your energy level, boost your mood, help your sleep quality, and give you an emotional lift all day. It helps with everything.”

—ANDREW WATSON, FITNESS MANAGER AT 24 HOUR FITNESS IN COSTA MESA

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Sally Kuledge is the life of the party at the Newport-Mesa YMCA, where for 25 years she has taught fitness classes for active older adults.

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TOP DOCTORS 2022

This year’s physicians of excellence were judged by the Orange County Medical Association to be among the most accomplished and caring.

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TOP DENTISTS 2022

The top professionals in O.C. as rated by their peers.

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EDITOR’S LET TER PEOPLE & PL ACES A competitor at the Vans US Open of Surfing ’HOODS Get your body moving and refuel at this San Juan Capistrano shopping center.

PERFECT G E TAWAY Become a member and take advantage of these nearby resort spas.

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O.C . E VENT S A circus show, a Star Wars concert, plus health and wellness events throughout the year

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ST YLE & HOME Hats, shorts, and socks from Stance

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S T Y L E TA L K WITH ...

Stance’s design director, Madison Cantrell

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S TAT S A first-person look at what it takes to hike the tallest point in O.C.

HOT SHOP A boutique selling sustainable products in Laguna Beach

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C U LT U R E P H I L E Competitive synchronized swim team in Irvine

SOURCED Self-care products to boost your mood and well-being

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ON THE MARKET A home with a well-equipped kitchen in Orange, plus tips from a dietician

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FOOD & DRINK Hibiscus tacos from Vegan by El Zamorano

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M AIN COURSE A roundup of healthful options all over O.C.

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FOOD TRENDS Osaka-style sushi makes a comeback at these restaurants.

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MY O.C .

Home upgrades, cancer treatments, and a new perspective mix.

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DINING GUIDE Minireviews, plus OEB Breakfast in Newport Beach and Divine Science Brewing in Tustin

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PERSON OF INTEREST Irvine teen who climbed Mount Everest

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OC Best Restaurants Celebration

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MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center Foundation’s Spring Gala

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hroughout this issue, we’re talking about wellness and preventive measures to stave off illness and infection.

Another significant part of health is how we treat and fight diseases like cancer after diagnosis. That’s where Annette Walker and City of Hope Orange County come in. Walker, one of Orange Coast’s Kickass Women this year, is the president of City of Hope Orange County, which opens its Lennar Foundation Cancer Center in Irvine this month. “It almost seems unreal after working on paper for four years and through COVID-19 and everything else,” she said in the weeks leading up to the center’s opening.

Walker says it will be the most advanced cancer diagnostic and research center in Orange County, so patients will get top-level care right here at home. But she knows the significance of the $1 billion project is more than finishing construction. “We aren’t just putting up a building,” she says. “We’re putting up a place where life is going to happen. It’s very special.”

There are many players involved in this endeavor, and Walker is mindful of it all. “I’ve learned so much about the art between contractors and the fire department and California Department of Public Health and everyone. It’s like a ballet. The challenge is keeping them all going so one thing doesn’t hold up the rest. I’ve developed so much respect for the construction industry.”

That camaraderie is crucial for success, and it turns out a sense of community is also one of the most important facets of well-being. Strong relationships with friends and family lead to less stress, a greater sense of purpose, and a longer life.

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You can get healthy dishes at most restaurants in O.C., and these are some of our favorites.

YMCA fitness instructor Sally Kuledge is a source of inspiration and joy to many people.

Anyone who climbs Mount Everest is impressive; to do it as a teenager is unbelievable.

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Barbells, kettlebells, weight benches, stationary bikes, rowing machines, and racks of heavy dumbbells line the walls of this no-frills gym, which offers group classes and personal training focused on building strength and fitness through weightlifting. Founder Joshua Kuluris emphasizes form and technique in the daily KWOD class, 45 minutes of interval or strength training mixed with bursts of cardio. Everyone is welcome, from novice lifters to serious athletes. 31742 RANCHO

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ecoming a member at a nearby resort can ensure your commitment to a regular wellness routine. You’ll schedule time for yourself when you know you’ve already paid for it, and we all can use at least a day a month to decompress.

There are a few places in Orange County— and more within an hour’s drive—that offer access. Take advantage of five-star spas, award-winning golf courses, dozens of yoga and fitness classes, and many discounts without having to pack more than your swimsuit at one of these spots.

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SYCAMORE SPA BY HUDSON AT THE RANCH L AGUNA BEACH: A monthly relaxation massage or custom facial, a glass of Champagne, free valet parking, discounts on treatments, and an afternoon pool pass are all yours with membership at Sycamore Spa. There’s also an infrared sauna to take advantage of. Drive into the canyon and lose track of time for the day as you are pampered in the serene setting filled with wildlife and wonderful trees. Outdoor treatment areas—available when the weather permits—are delightful, as you’ll hear the birds chirp

and the fountain gurgle during your massage. Stay on property afterward and have a bite at Harvest restaurant or The Porch outdoor patio, or head across Coast Highway to the beach to get the tuna poke bowl or shrimp roll from Lost Pier Café. 949-715-1393 WALDORF ASTORIA MONARCH BEACH RESORT AND CLUB: Membership here includes access to the private beach club, three pools, the golf

ABOVE The yoga pavilion at Rancho Valencia provides a perfect setting.

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ALPESH N. AMIN, MD

The OCMA Physician of the Year Award is presented annually to a physician who has demonstrated outstanding leadership skills and extraordinary professional competence in the eyes of their peers, is a proven educator, teacher, motivator and compassionate clinician who has made a difference in the delivery of health care and in the lives of Orange County residents.

Since 1983, OCMA has had the honor to recognize such outstanding physicians and community leaders with this prestigious award. This year’s recipient exemplifies those qualities as outlined above and evidenced below. Therefore, the OCMA Executive Committee and the OCMA Physician Recognition Committee are pleased to announce, that the 2022 Physician of the Year is awarded to Alpesh N. Amin, MD Alpesh N. Amin, MD, MBA, MACP, SFHM, FACC, FHFSA, FRCP, serves as the Tom and Mary Cesario Endowed Chairman for the Department of Medicine with the University of California, Irvine. He is a Professor of Medicine, Business, Public Health, Nursing, and Biomedical Engineering at UC Irvine.

He is also the founder and executive director of Hospital Medicine. Dr. Amin is the first Hospitalist to be named Chief of the Division of General Internal Medicine, and then subsequently the first Hospitalist to be named Chairman of a Department of Medicine nationally.

Dr. Amin has served on numerous committees for various prestigious national and international organizations. To list just a few, he has served as President of All-California American College of Physicians, Governor for the ACP Southern CA Region II, Board of Governors for ACP, President of the Society of General Internal Medicine CA/HI region, Board of Directors

of Society of Hospital Medicine, Board of Directors for Academic Alliance of Internal Medicine, Board of Trustees for the Indian Medical Association Southern California, program director for the Society of Hospital Medicine annual meeting, and was a founding member of the HFSA certification committee for development of the first multidisciplinary heart failure certification exam. He also co-founded and co-directs the annual All-California ACP Board Review Course.

Dr. Amin graciously volunteers his time in various community related efforts for the Jai Satchidandand Sangh and the Girl Scouts.

Dr. Amin has built his career on innovative clinical, quality, and educational program development. He is an expert in implementation science and measuring outcomes to improve sustainable longlasting clinical results. Dr. Amin applied these skills leading the COVID strategy and management efforts for UCI Health, achieving the lowest mortality nationally amongst academic medical centers.

Dr. Amin is an effective, enthusiastic, innovative teacher/mentor. His work on QI curriculum has been used by GME programs at various universities.

His ‘Patient Safety’ and ‘QI Curriculum’ modules are used by the International Society for Quality in Healthcare Fellowship Program. His work on Hospital Medicine core competency, as co-editor, was instrumental in the development of the Hospital Medicine specialty board certification and is a platform for curriculum development impacting over 70,000 Hospital Medicine physicians.

This past year, he developed a first of its kind inpatient eConsult program with high success leading to earlier time to consults for patients by about half the amount of

time. This allows patients to get care that they need sooner.

Dr. Amin’s continued forward thinking has led to impactful research in Hospital Medicine, Implementation Science, Medical Education, Quality and Safety, Anticoagulation, Health Economics and Outcomes Research, Inventing Technology Application to Clinical Practice, and Clinical Trials. He has published the Core Competencies in Hospital Medicine by the Society of Hospital Medicine, the first book in OB/GYN Hospital Medicine endorsed by the Society of OB/GYN Hospitalists and Hospital Medicine Secrets.

Last fall 2021, Dr. Amin directly provided patient care and led the team who cared for our 42nd President of the United States.

This was recognized internationally by not only the media but also by the former President himself after his return home, where the former President acknowledged the efforts of Dr. Amin personally, the UCIMC team and the former President gave a heart-warming personal message about the need to take care of ones-self which will allow one to continue their good work.

Dr. Amin is hard working, has extraordinary professional competency, is an educator, teacher and mentor of many and donates his time freely to the community at large, is a strong motivator, and has outstanding rapport with his patients. He is a servant for our Orange County community and the community at large. His vision, compassion, innovation, and humbleness has served the Orange County community well for over 2 decades and has been exemplified to another level these past 2 years during the COVID pandemic. His contributions, innovation, inclusivity, and dedication to our community is unwavering.

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LEFT Relax and rejuvenate with a monthly facial or massage at Sycamore Spa in Laguna Beach.

RIGHT Aerial yoga is one of many fitness classes at Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort.

course, the fitness center, and the spa. Take advantage of the sauna, steam room, and hot tub as well as at least 40 fitness and yoga classes every week. Whether it’s cycling on the lawn overlooking the coast or hanging upside down in silks during aerial yoga, there are always new options to try. Book a Black Diamond Face Lift facial or one of the hydrafacials, or treat yourself to a CBD or serenity massage. There are also seven dining options on property, including Michael Mina’s Bourbon Steak. 949-234-3494

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levels, so you can decide which one best suits your wellness needs. Summertime features live entertainment on the weekends through October, so you can stay late and watch the sunset. When it comes to treatments, we love the quartz massage, which uses sand to help ease your tired muscles and make you feel calm as it supports every part of you like a warm hug. 888-453-6849 RANCHO VALENCIA: The spa at Rancho Valencia, less than an hour south of San Clemente, reopened last summer after renovations that included adding a salon. Relax in the spa’s lounge area in front of the fireplace or meander the walkways with flowering bougainvillea all around.

Membership gives you the opportunity to participate in more than 90 fitness and yoga classes per week, plus discounts on treatments, food, and guest rooms.

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place outdoors on private patios.

The stunning new yoga pavilion immediately soothes your spirit as you practice in a beautiful space next to the water. Membership also includes access to tennis and pickleball courts and the resort pools, including the adultsonly spa pool. 858-759-6490 GRAND DEL MAR: With an equestrian center and archery range, the Fairmont Grand Del Mar has much to entice members, including three pools, golf privileges, access to the spa, and 24 fitness classes a week. The resort has two memberships—golf and social—to accommodate your interests. Special offers and discounts across the property and access to the 50,000-squarefoot clubhouse are par for the course. Take a day to walk the grounds, hike the trails, indulge in a treatment or two at The Center for Wellbeing, and leave your stress behind. 858-314-2059

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REACHING THE PEAK A first-person look at what it takes to hike the tallest point in O.C. by Keegan Sentner

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Cleveland National Forest. Sweat pours over my brow as I force my legs to continue moving up the steep trail toward the 5,689-foot peak above. Then the clouds part, revealing the entire landscape of the county, highlighted by the distant silhouette of Catalina Island. This moment justifies every step in my pursuit of conquering the mountain.

he Santiago Truck and Joplin trails ascend relentlessly through scattered sagebrush and oak forests, winding along the narrow hillside, and rising into the clouds above. Beyond the cloud layer sits Santiago Peak, the tallest point in Orange County and the destination for our 16-mile trek through

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2. Carry salty snacks such as pretzels to compensate for loss of salts in the body, which can cause cramping.

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3. Use trekking poles—they can help lessen the weight on your legs going uphill.

During downhill sections, poles help alleviate the pressure on the knees and ankles.

4. Bring lots of water. Plan to drink roughly half a liter of water for every hour of the hike.

5. Wear a thin, long-sleeved shirt to avoid excessive sun exposure.

6. Start early to avoid the afternoon heat.

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SYNC OR SWIM

The Meraquas of Irvine make a splash with artistic swimming, the sport better known as synchronized swimming or, simply, synchro. by Valerie Takahama

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n Olympic sport since 1984, artistic swimming fuses aspects of swim, dance, and gymnastics in routines performed to music.

The Meraquas program is open to girls and boys ages 8 to 18, and it includes classes for beginners, training for competitive athletes, and opportunities for older swimmers to perform in water shows. Fullerton College sophomore Riona Tsen tells us more about the sport. A former Meraquas competitor whose team won first place in the Senior National Championships and second in the Junior Olympics, both in 2021, she coaches younger girls and performs.

What are the basic moves and positions? Ú One of the most artistic parts of synchro are the lifts, which are a lot like cheerleading stunts. You have one flyer and a base and a pusher. We’ll launch someone into the air. We have hybrids, which is where our legs are in the air and heads are upside down. Those are really fun. Then we have our arm strokes where our heads are out of the water. That’s our breathing time. We’re being very performative with our arms, and our legs are obviously working really hard. I don’t think people realize that we’re constantly treading water because we’re not allowed to touch the bottom of the pool at any point during our routine. So if our faces are above the water, our legs are working to keep us afloat, and if our legs are above water, our arms are working.

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important. Having a good synergy between all of the swimmers is important because then you’re able to make adjustments on the fly—not everything is going to go 100 percent perfectly. Especially during competitions, there are a lot of factors involved, and it’s important to be able to make adjustments to be successful.

How important is costuming, makeup, and hairstyling? Ú We call that our artistic impression. We’d have glittery, rhinestone suits for that little bit of bling. Especially here in Southern California with the sun, you get a little bit of shimmer that’s always nice to see. And we have a headpiece, which is attached to our hair, that matches our suit. The makeup pulls it all together. It’s just the performance aspect. You want to look pretty as well as doing movements that are pretty. In ballet, you have the big tutus and costumes. In theater, you have the costumes for all the actors. We’re putting on a performance, even if we are in the water.

The Meraquas do shows for corporate events, parties, and even weddings. What’s that like? Ú Water shows are really fun. I’ve performed mainly in Southern California. A recent one was a party in a backyard pool, very casual. It’s a lot of fun for everyone involved. They’re fun to watch, being able to see it up close. My favorite one was for a little girl who was turning 5 or 6. We got to dress up like little mermaids.

Do you get respect from competitive speed swimmers? Ú One hundred percent we do.

We swim alongside them and water polo teams, and I think there’s a mutual respect that goes on among all the water sports. A lot of times we’ll see them walking by watching us as we’re practicing our routine. You can tell there’s a level of respect they have for us. It’s mutual because a lot of us are also speed swimmers on the side. photograph by E M I LY J . D AV I S

Leading with Fraternalism Chad Foster became an entrepreneur at a young age,

Our region works with business owners and high net worth clients, but it is important to me that the middle income family market is not overlooked because this is the community that I came from.”

— Chad Foster FIC, CFFM / Regional Director MODERN WOODMEN OF AMERICA

growing, picking, and selling his own produce at the age of 10 years old in North East Texas. He grew up in a blue collar community and started his career in financial services by helping local families understand financial literacy to achieve their long-term goals.

At 26 years old, Chad was promoted to Regional Director and moved to Orange County to build a region from scratch in 2013. The region quickly grew to become one of the premiere territories in Modern Woodmen of America, recognized by the Fraternal Field Managers’ Association (FFMA) with the Agency Builder award in 2018.

Chad now leads a team of 35 financial representatives and 3 managers. The team consists of entrepreneurs focused on the education, implementation, and support of their client’s financial plans. The region sets itself apart by supporting clients through each stage of their financial journey.

As one of the largest fraternal benefit societies in the country, Modern Woodmen is member owned and does not have stockholders, so a portion of the net profits goes back into local communities. In 2021, the region helped to give back over $1.5M in California.

“Fraternalism allows us to be part of something bigger than ourselves. Our legacy as a region is the impact we make in our member’s lives.”

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PLACES AUG. 9 THROUGH 21 “HADESTOWN”

Combining two Greek myths, this critically acclaimed musical tells the story of young lovers Orpheus and Eurydice and the tale of King Hades and his wife, Persephone, and ushers the audience to the underworld and back again. Written by singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell, the show won eight Tony Awards in 2019, including Best Musical, and the 2020 Grammy for Best Musical Theater Album. Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714556-2787, scfta.org

on Aug. 10 and 11. Outlets at San Clemente, 101 W. Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente, metrotheatres.com AUG. 3 THROUGH 21 “XANADU”

The 1980 film starring Olivia Newton John as Clio, a muse from Greek mythology who laces up her roller skates to inspire chalk artist Sonny Malone, was adapted for this stage musical. As Clio and Sonny work together to build a roller disco, they perform hits from the movie, including “I’m Alive” and “Magic.”

The show was nominated for Best Musical and Best Book at the 2008 Tony Awards. Laguna Playhouse, 606 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949-497-2787, lagunaplayhouse.com AUG. 4 JIM GAFFIGAN

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“MILLION DOLL AR QUARTET”

South Coast Repertory stages this jukebox musical under the stars, telling the story of the jam session on Dec. 4, 1956, when Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins got together and played some of their biggest hits. Nominated for three Tony Awards, the show includes legendary songs such as “I Walk the Line,” “Hound Dog,” and 28 ORA NGE C O AST • August 2022

“Whole Lot of Shaking Going On.” Mission San Juan Capistrano, 26801 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano, 714-708-5555, scr.org AUG. 3 AND 4, 10 AND 11 METRO SUMMER KIDS MOVIES

Tickets are only $2 for these 10 a.m. screenings of favorite family movies from recent years.

“How to Train Your Dragon” shows on Aug. 3 and 4, and “Monsters vs. Aliens” screens

AUG. 4 THE MOANIN’ FROGS

The award-winning chamber orchestra features all six saxophones, from soprano to bass, and nothing else. The musicians have performed their repertoire of jazz, ragtime, pop, and classical music in intimate venues and major concert halls across the country.

Muckenthaler Cultural Center, 1201 W. Malvern Ave., Fullerton, 714-738-6595, themuck.org AUG. 12 SMOKEY ROBINSON

The R&B/soul singer might be best known for his hits with the Miracles (“The Tears of a Clown,” “I Second That Emotion,” and “Shop Around”) and his solo work. But he’s also an

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The comedian and actor has been nominated for six Grammy Awards for his comedy albums.

He has appeared in dozens of TV shows and movies, provided voice-over work on multiple animated shows including “Bob’s Burgers,” and written two bestselling essay collections.

His seventh stand-up special, “Quality Time,” was Amazon Studios’ first original comedy special. Pacific Amphitheatre, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-708-1500, pacamp.com

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Megan Hostetler suffered from a rare and painful condition, known as Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome. The pain derived from this condition is so severe that by the age of 21, Megan Hostetler had been hospitalized over 30 times in multiple hospitals, sometimes as long as four months.

“The pain was so excruciating, it was heartbreaking to see her in this condition,” recalls Megan’s mom, Patty Bennett. “In high school, Megan had so much going for her. She had a passion for boxing and was training to become a professional boxer. At that point, her life got

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PLACES AUG. 7 SYMPHONY IN THE CITIES

Pacific Symphony puts on a familyfriendly show at the Bette and Wylie Aitken Arts Plaza with a program of well-known classical songs and singalongs and activities for kids. Musco Center for the Arts, One University Drive, Orange, 844-626-8726, muscocenter.org

AUG. 18 BOY GEORGE & CULTURE CLUB, BERLIN

AUG. 20 “STAR WARS: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK” IN CONCERT

The Pacific Symphony performs the score composed for “The Empire Strikes Back” by

THROUGH AUG. 21 “OUTLOOK/INSIGHT: THE LCAD EFFECT”

Works created by 2022 graduates of the Master of Fine Arts program at Laguna College of Art and Design comprise this exhibit. Pieces

by Peter Clarke, LinHui Din, Mike Lee, Jill Maytorena, Kelley Mogilka, Ray Vargas, and Mason Williams consider how engagement with the outside world can elicit insights.

Laguna Art Museum, 307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach, 949-494-8971, lagunaartmuseum.org

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From 1981 to 1986, Culture Club had some of the biggest hits in the world, from its first breakthrough single, “Do You Really Want to Hurt Me,” to “Time (Clock of the Heart),”

“Karma Chameleon,” and “Miss Me Blind.”

Frontman Boy George enjoyed a successful solo career until the band got back together in 2014. In this show, the group will share the stage with fellow ’80s band Berlin. Pacific Amphitheatre, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, 714708-1500, pacamp.com

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accomplished songwriter who penned some of Motown’s biggest hits, including “My Girl” for the Temptations. Expect to see a mix of songs from throughout his 60 years in the music industry. Pacific Amphitheatre, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, 714-708-1500, pacamp.com

five-time Oscar winner John Williams while the movie plays on a huge screen onstage at this outdoor concert. Williams earned an Academy Award nomination for his work on this film, which includes Darth Vader’s iconic theme, “The Imperial March.” FivePoint Amphitheatre, 14800 Chinon, Irvine, 714-7555788, pacificsymphony.org

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The award-winning seven-person circus troupe includes clowns and acrobats who have performed with groups across the country, from Cirque du Soleil to Clowns Without Borders. This year’s show, “Beach-o-Rama,” takes the juggling, unicycle tricks, acrobatics, and clown antics shore-side, with performers dressed as lifeguards, seagulls, sharks, and more. Muckenthaler Cultural Center, 1201 W. Malvern Ave., Fullerton, 714-738-6595, themuck.org

AUG. 27 SUMMER GARDEN PART Y

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Marking the end of the 26th Newport Beach Garden Tour, the annual affair features artists painting and selling their work throughout the garden. Attendees can also view mosaic artist Irina Charny’s “Inspired by Nature” exhibit, make a flower arrangement at the bouquet bar, bid on items at a silent auction, compete in the hat contest, and enjoy food from the onsite restaurant, 608 Dahlia. Sherman Library & Gardens, 2647 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar, 949-673-2261, thesherman.org AUG. 27 AND 28 THE VIC SKIMBOARDING WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS

The most prestigious skimboarding competition on the West Coast always hosts some of the world’s top talent. Dozens of pros and nearly 100 amateurs, including plenty of Laguna Beach natives who grew up skimming on local beaches, will take to the waves to compete. Aliso Beach Park, Laguna Beach, thevic.victoriaskimboards.com

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PLACES HEALTH AND WELLNESS EVENTS

AUG. 27 CHOC ADVENTURE IN THE PARK

This 5K walk through Disneyland and Disney California Adventure returns in person this year. The walk, which has raised $37.5 million since it began, will take place in the evening. Walkers get discounts on full-day tickets to the parks and at several Downtown Disney shops and restaurants. Disneyland Resort, Anaheim, 714-509-4000, chocwalk.org NOV. 24 DANA POINT TURKEY TROT

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For the 45th year, the Thanksgiving Day race encourages everyone from athletes to couch potatoes to “run the race before you stuff your face.” Both the 5K and the 10K run along flat, scenic courses appropriate for all levels through the Dana Point Harbor. Costumes are encouraged. Dana Point Harbor, 949-496-1555, turkeytrot.com FEB. 5, 2023 SURF CIT Y MARATHON

Runners race along Pacific Coast Highway on a course offering views of the Huntington Beach Pier, Huntington Central Park, and

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SEPT. 25 XTERRA L AGUNA BEACH

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A full slate of off-road races distinguishes this annual event, which features 13K and 6K trail runs, an open-water swim, and short- and long-course triathlons. Top finishers earn points toward qualifying for the 2023 Xterra World Championship; the races attract some of the region’s top triathletes and runners.

Crystal Cove State Park, 310-821-7898, xterralagunabeach.com the 5K and the marathon or half-marathon to complete the OC Combo Crush, good for a special medal (and bragging rights). OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, 949222-0456, ocmarathon.com AUG. 5 AND 6, 2023 FIT EXPO

Bolsa Chica Wetlands on their way to the finish line. A Boston Marathon qualifier, it draws top distance runners from across the state, but it also offers a 5K race for more casual runners.

A health and wellness expo pops up along the beach in the two days leading up to the race.

From Pacific Coast Highway to Central Park, Huntington Beach, surfcityusa.com

MAY 6 AND 7, 2023 SDCCU OC MARATHON

Kicking off with the OC Fitness & Lifestyle Expo and ending with live music at the familyfriendly Celebrate OC Festival, this event offers a whole weekend of activities. The 5K is held Saturday evening, while the marathon and half-marathon take place Sunday. Run

Attendees at this annual event can meet fitness celebrities, try new health and wellness products, take free fitness classes, and watch cooking demos and fitness competitions. They can also network with fellow fitness professionals and enthusiasts while learning about the latest health and wellness trends. Anaheim Convention Center, 800 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, 888-348-3976, thefitexpo.com

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adison Cantrell started working at Stance in 2015. Now she is the design director behind the popular brand that carries a variety of apparel as well activewear for men and women. “It was really exciting to give (customers) something to cover their toes to their head; we like to say that instead of ‘head to toe’ because we started with socks and moved our way up,” Cantrell says.

How did you first get into design?  It all started when I was in high school. I was very much the person who would make doodles for everyone’s binders. I took my first art class my senior year. My teacher’s husband was in the action sports industry as an art director, and she ended up helping me get an internship at Billabong. I got hired—after being their longest intern—as a women’s textile designer.

How did you get to Stance?  It’s a small world. A lot of people who worked at Billabong had left to help start Stance. I ended up reaching out to them, and their women’s graphic designer had just put in her notice a couple days before. I had my interview … and got the job.

I remember in my interview one of the cofounders said, “We want Stance to be a place where you don’t feel like you have to go home and do creative work for yourself to feel fulfilled. We want you to come to work and have the creative freedom to satisfy that itch.”

What does your role entail?  I help curate the color palette. I help to determine the design direction for the team, and key prints, colors, and new silhouettes for the apparel line. I’m also still designing all women’s products, and then I’ll help with additional collaborations within our sock line.

What inspires you for new designs?  Anything. Whatever we can get our eyes or hands on. I’m always looking at textile design, old and new—we love vintage. Every season,

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What makes Stance different? Ú I think that we always bring a super fun, fresh take on print and color. Right now, we’re working on incorporating silver ion antimicrobial wash into our active apparel, so on top of the great fabric that we’ve already been designing with, we are looking forward to having additional benefits.

Is there a correct way to wear the socks in terms of logos? Ú It’s people’s first question: “Do the logos go on the inside or outside (of your ankle)?” It really depends on the sock. We have some where they’re designed to be worn on the outside, which are our hike and snow socks. Everything else is meant to be worn on the inside of the ankles.

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he neutral hues, stylish furniture and decor, and large windows set the tone as you walk into The Ritual Refill. Owners Shannon Hall and Danielle Holland offer more than 30 products made from clean ingredients that can be refilled in glass bottles, such as sunscreen, shampoo and conditioner, body wash, hand soap, and more.

Some of the products, such as the laundry detergent, are concentrated.

Customers receive a 5 percent discount when they bring their own containers. The products are charged by weight, ranging from 15 cents to $6 per ounce. Hall and Holland’s goal with the store is to help reduce single-use plastics and to promote conscious shopping. “(The other refill shops) have been super supportive of us,” Hall says. “I feel like there’s room for everyone and that each one has its own style and is unique to its neighborhood.”

The shop also carries many local brands such as Laguna Beach’s Kung Fu Tonic, Anoint Daily from Huntington Beach, Costa Mesa’s Etto Oil, and Iron Lion Soap from Santa Ana. Each month, the shop displays a new rack of vintage clothing and accessories. Check The Ritual Refill’s Instagram for details on monthly pop-ups and gift-with-purchase promotions.

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styles with products that contribute to that aesthetic. We try not to focus on what sells, but more on influential displays that help inspire designers and customers alike. For example, we might show a vignette that has bright yellow appliances; that may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but we do it to give our customers opportunities to say “I love this, I hate this, This looks like me ... etc”, which in turn can help them identify their own design aesthetic.

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A roundup of healthful options all over O.C. by Gretchen Kurz

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hen my doctor recently advised increasing my vitamin D intake, I asked if I had to use supplements. She chuckled then suggested extra salmon and sunshine, which I took to mean more patio dining. In that spirit of wellness, here’s a grazing guide to clean summer eats featuring glorious flavors devised with minimal intervention.

High-octane Viet Crack is the top choice at Kaffeine Alley, an appealing purveyor dedicated to organic coffee and boba teas crafted with house-made syrups—no high fructose corn syrup here. Seeking mellower fuel? Consider the well-balanced Basic Betch (vanilla latte), Salt Bae (salted caramel), or gentle Thai milk tea. Owner Jenn Cao runs a hip little shop with cheerful baristas and cheeky stickers and sign boards such as, Life Happens, Coffee Helps.

Hot and iced beverage options are decidedly generous. Commendable baked goods include a standout house banana bread and mochi brownie. Keto and gluten-free adherents will be happy to find fresh items from nearby Keto Bakery Box. All four seasons are chef Rich Mead’s muse, so August with its abundance of ripening produce is arguably

the best time to dine at Farmhouse at Roger’s Gardens. His daily “Locals Favorite” pizza riffs on of-the-moment mashups on a whole-wheat crust that always lands in the chewy-crunchy sweet spot. If Mother Nature cooperates, luscious organic peaches from Regier Farms will costar with nutty prosciutto, pesto, arugula, and dribbles of balsamic for a pizza that’s an ideal light solo meal or shareable appetizer.

Consider pairing it with a sprightly Garibaldi by inimitable cocktail artist Anthony Laborin—one more excuse to

linger longer in the botanical paradise.

Prepare to have your mind blasted by the culinary wizardry set forth in the summer snap peas at Mayfield.

Crunchy field-fresh sugar snap peas take on multiple personalities when playing with tart kumquats in vinaigrette, rich toasted Marcona almonds, coconut foam, and curls of white chocolate. Executive chef Jonjon Sarmenta’s creation reveals new harmonies in every bite, but they all taste like summer. It’s a gorgeous “DF, GF, and V” assemblage unlike any you’ve had. Take

LEFT Summer snap peas and whole grilled branzino at Mayfield taste like summer.

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DRINK some of Mayfield’s postmodern boho spirit home with a bottle or three of organic wines sold in the petite market.

Bello chef-owner Sandro Nardone creates perhaps the most refined Italian fare in O.C. His menu can’t contain a creativity that spills over into luxury wine dinners and exquisite tasting events. Lucky us, his nuanced Acqua Pazza (“crazy water”) is always on offer.

Starring pristine branzino sourced from Luxe Seafood Company, Nardone poaches the white fillet in a magical stock of olives, pepperoncino, and garlic juice. This oh-so-delicate antipasti pairs well with a glass of Mare Chiare Ciro, 2020—a bracing white from Nardone’s native turf in southern Italy. Add pomodoro, spaghetti with tomatoes two ways, and you have a definitive Italian summer repast best enjoyed on Bello’s irresistible terrazza.

Vegan Mexican food is trending hard in O.C., but when beloved Santa Ana

taqueria El Zamorano sprouted Vegan

by El Zamorano in Costa Mesa, we trusted the eats would be worthy. Head straight for the tacos and be impressed by two variations, potato and hibiscus, both in hefty handmade corn tortillas.

Stuffed with seasoned smashed potatoes and fried to golden, shattery excellence, the sizzling shell is topped with chilled cabbage, pico de gallo, red salsa, and tangy house-made cashew crema.

Ruby hibiscus flowers take on savory notes and meat-like texture when sizzled until the edges are crisp. Guacamole and pineapple complete the tropical vibe. Next time, it’s chilaquiles rojos for Sunday breakfast because those tortillas are so damn good.

A monochrome diet is not a healthy plan. Instead, we’re advised to eat the rainbow, and you can’t find better than the one known as insalata lacinato at Bottega Angelina. In contrast to its sleek white bowl, the spar-

kling fresh chopped salad is a riot of colors—deep green Tuscan kale, ruffled maroon endive, jade green sugar snap peas, ivory pecorino cheese, all glistening with pistachio vinaigrette.

Head to the dazzling coastal view patio and make it a summery meal for two by adding the superior Margherita pizza with both imported DOP San Marzano tomatoes and mozzarella di bufala.

What an ingredient list: ancient grains, sweet potato, portobello mushroom, avocado, cucumber, broccoli pesto, charred onion, leafy greens, and red pepper miso vinaigrette. The Mother Earth bowl at Flower Child seems ultra-bountiful just as it is. But no. For many, it’s merely a base to upgrade with tofu, chicken, shrimp, or salmon. This explains why diners frequently exit the hippie-chic patio with leftovers. Be sure to wear some flowers in your hair, or better yet try the rose petal lemonade.

We are pleased to introduce Kai Modern Japanese Bistro - Huntington Beach’s newest restaurant lounge to hit the scene. Some of our offerings will include a private Omakase dining experience for up to ten guests served nightly alongside our normal dinner service, weekday lunch, late night bites every Saturday and Sunday, and great sounds. It will be our honor to serve you.

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BEST PART OF YOUR JOB? It’s the community and lifestyle that Jan’s brings. Generations and generations of customers come in here, and I’m always reminded about why I really do this; it is the community.

DO YOU HAVE A GO-TO DISH? I always start my morning with either a green juice or beet juice. My lunch will either be a tuna sandwich or Cali Chop Bowl. Then I’ll have a salad for dinner; our classic salad is definitely my go-to.

FAVORITE RESTAURANT? I really like CdM Restaurant.

FAVORITE FOOD? I’m a big sushi fan—kind of a departure from tuna sandwiches and salads!

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In November 2021, sisters Kavita and Vidya Reddy opened T E A & T U R M E R I C , a Laguna Beach spice store and tea shop specializing in loose teas, spices, seasoning blends, and gourmet gifts. Products are made in-house and taken from traditional family recipes, including the signature Pink Detox Masala Chai ($7 per ounce).

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The Osaka-style pressed sushi of the 1700s predates the familiar Tokyo-style nigiri sushi and sashimi. It’s making a comeback. by Benjamin Epstein

In 18th-century Osaka, Japan, aficionados preferred enjoying sushi at home to eating it on the spot. There was no refrigeration, so curing the seafood helped preserve it, and pressing the rice and toppings together in a wooden box made it easier to transport. Chef-owner Susumu Ii at Michelin-listed SUSHI II follows historical precedent, offering several types of pressed sushi—aka hako zushi or oshi zushi—for takeout. Pressed sea bream, eel, and shrimp, as well as similar mackerel battera, are also available as an add-on to his elaborate omakase menus. 100 W. COAST HIGHWAY, NEWPORT BEACH, 949-287-6268

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The Japanese word izakaya translates as “stay-drinkplace”—a pub, a place to cozy up to shoju and snacks.

At IZAKAYA HACHI , those snacks include fresh oysters, o-toro sashimi, Jidori karaage, robata beef tongue, and pork shabu shabu. To make its pressed sushi of saba mackerel, salmon, or freshwater eel, Hachi layers vinegar-cured fish, sushi rice, and shiso leaves, compresses it all in a special box called an oshibako, flames and slices it, and presents it with fresh wasabi and a dollop of umeboshi (salted Japanese plum). 3033 BRISTOL ST., COSTA MESA, 657-231-6566

You’ll find bento boxes, tempura, and sushi, plus chirashi featuring sashimi over sushi rice and other bowls at SUSHI KOTO . You won’t find pressed sushi on the menu but it’s always available—on the secret menu, as it were. Chef-owner Yasuo Matsuki prides himself on Japan’s more traditional dishes, and his mackerel battera—pressed sushi that tops the formed rice and cured fish with a translucent sliver of kelp—is about as traditional as it gets. Its most ardent fans are often older. 18120 BROOKHURST ST., FOUNTAIN VALLEY, 714-964-0988

Purists beware: New sushi spot SEABUTTER puts contemporary twists on the old-school technique.

“Let’s make it fun; let’s do multidimensional, new-age versions,” enthuses owner George Fratkin, whose first location is in Beverly Hills. “Think of it as sushi layered cake.” Among the choices, the Pressed Tail layers spicy yellowtail and jalapeno with more yellowtail, seared shimeji mushrooms, and soy-truffle sauce. The Salmon Avo tops salmon and avocado with lightly seared salmon and truffle-marinated artichoke.

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Crystal Clarity in Renovation Home upgrades, cancer treatments, and a new perspective mix in surprising ways. by Kelli Devan Edwards

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une 2011 remains clear in my memory. I’d had a hectic school year teaching and was facing scans to monitor my cancer’s progression, so a summer project seemed like the perfect distraction. I had painted my bedroom a soft gray and updated the pine bedroom set we’d had for 10 years with cream-colored paint and updated gold hardware. The

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gold and gray pairing was magical.

But I needed more: a statement piece.

Something that had a story. Perusing Pinterest, I saw a photo of a pair of chandeliers over a bed.

After several days of surfing Craigslist, I found a treasure in Huntington Beach—matching midcentury waterfall chandeliers. Until this point, I’d never owned a chandelier. It brought back memories of the one that gleamed over our formal dining table when I was a kid.

At $70 apiece, they were within budget. The address on the listing led me to a suburban “Leave It to Beaver”style home, where I was greeted warmly by a middle-aged woman. A patterned scarf held back most of her hair, but a few blonde curls had wiggled free and lay glued to her dampened brow. She apologized for the stifling heat and invited me into a living room bursting with stacks of boxes. Her parents had passed away, she told me, and she was cleaning out her childhood home. She escorted me down the matted gold shag of the hallway to her parents’ bedroom, where the chandeliers hung in a naked room. The bed had left a dusty imprint on the carpet, and dingy curtains blocked all signs of the sun.

When she flipped the switch to show me the chandeliers were in working order, their light was strangled by a thick, yellow dust that coated every crystal.

“My dad was a smoker,” she said.

“They’ll need to be cleaned up.”

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MY O.C. over. The woman said the fixtures had always been in her parents’ bedroom, as far as she could remember. They were family heirlooms.

“I’ll give them a second life,” I assured her. My mind danced with ideas as I envisioned these treasures in my redecorated bedroom.

A worker, helping her with repairs, grabbed a ladder and loosened screws.

The chandeliers clanged in complaint as they were removed from the only home they had ever known and placed into a cardboard box. I jammed the rattling pair into my hatchback and headed back to Yorba Linda.

AS I DROVE ALONG THE 22 Freeway, the hot summer sun reactivated the stench of nicotine and my own childhood memories. An image of my father’s side profile, his elbow resting out the open window of our speeding car, bobbed to the surface of my mind.

ONE AT A TIME, I GRIP EACH CRYSTAL TO FEEL ITS WEIGHT AND REMOVE THE ACCUMUL ATION OF DUST. I WHISPER PRAYERS OF GRATITUDE FOR MY CONTINUED HEALTH. With his left hand, he sucked in long drags of his Marlboro while his right hand guided the steering wheel. When I became old enough to drive, I imitated his refined thumb flick to release my own spent ashes into the wind.

Back home, I filled the sink with hot, sudsy water. I disassembled the fragile fixtures with surgical precision. The plump, almond-shaped crystals came off like ornaments from a tree, while

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the longer strands of jewels required finesse to avoid crimping the delicate wire holding them together. Piece by piece, they were dipped into a luxurious bath, leaving a yellow, powdery residue amid the bubbles. As I gently agitated the water to release the dirt and grime, their clinks and clatters reminded me of glasses toasting on New Year’s Eve. After their gentle scrubbing, I ran the jewels under clear, warm tap water, baptizing them for their new home.

The larger crystals felt smooth and heavy, and they breathed in light as I buffed them shiny. When I held each up, little prisms gleamed and preened, invigorated once again.

The stripped metal frames of the chandeliers were cloaked in a fresh coat of gold then reunited with their adornments. Standing on a step stool, I placed each piece on its awaiting prong. Crystals spouted from the top and dripped into glistening strands like

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Golden chains dangled from the bottom of each fixture, swaying in anticipation. A little tug and a click brought them back to life as electricity charged up the cords and into the filaments.

Suddenly, my bedroom was bathed in a kaleidoscope of color that highlighted the gold undertones of the gray paint.

Two shadow doilies spread across the ceiling and draped down the walls, creating art that shimmered and pulsed.

OVER THE YEARS, THOSE crystal sentries offered a healing glow after my multiple cancer treatments.

When I was diagnosed in 2003, my rare, neuroendocrine cancer had already metastasized. My life became a steady stream of surgeries, chemo, and radiation therapy—all of which left me feeling zapped and withered. Each time, recuperation stretched from days to weeks.

After a difficult liver surgery in 2015,

I remained in bed one morning staring at my chandeliers. The once clear path of my future was now refracted and distorted. Dreams of graduations and grandkids were replaced with fears of relapse. Suddenly, a sliver of sunlight pierced through my window and permeated the prisms at just the right angle to sprinkle the room with tiny rainbows. Through a blur of tears, I marveled at the colorful orbs that danced across my ceiling. Maybe my story was not yet written. What if there were as many endings as facets in a crystal? This tiny shift in perspective sparked a glimmer of hope.

In happier times, the crystals reflected the blinking TV screen as my husband and I spooned during our nightly episodes of “Seinfeld.” They illuminated novels and scribbled words on pads of paper I kept stacked nearby.

The magical combination of gray, gold, and crystal has withstood the test of time, yet other elements of my

spa-like retreat now show their age and look less than perfect. The corner of the painted dresser bears the marks of a puppy’s teeth, and the oncewhite chair arms have grayed around the hand rests. The carpet, matted by three dogs in various states of stretch and recline, has seen better days. I, too, have aged. But gray hair and the wrinkles that have formed around my eyes have become gifts to cherish.

Scans are scheduled every six months to monitor the progression of my cancer. Usually along the same timeline, the chandeliers need cleaning. I pull out my step stool and a soft cloth dipped in warm water and start at the top. One at a time, I grip each crystal to feel its weight and remove the accumulation of dust. I whisper prayers of gratitude for my continued health. And when I’m finished, I gently pull the dangling chains to bathe in the restorative rays.

Clarity achieved.

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Dr. Steven A. Miyamoto specializes in using growth factors and stem cells to expedite healing after surgery. His practice includes pinhole surgery for gingival recession, wisdom teeth removal, diagnosing and treating facial pain, facial injuries and Osteonecrosis, as well as dental implant and bone grafting procedures. He completed his residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey after graduating from UCLA Dental School. Dr. Miyamoto teaches continuing education classes, and serves as general anesthesia inspector for the California Dental Board along with volunteering at several other professional committee boards.

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MEMORIALCARE SADDLEBACK MEDICAL CENTER FOUNDATION SPRING GALA Guests dressed to the nines were elated to return to MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center Foundation’s Spring Gala at Montage Laguna Beach. The black-tie soiree raised more than $682,000, the most ever raised from this event. The 400-guest event benefited the new Women’s Health Pavilion, breaking ground this summer, and the MemorialCare Breast Center at Saddleback Medical Center. This stunning new facility will transform how we care for women throughout all stages of life.

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Best Ways to Improve Your Health Now It’s the time of year for a shift, even a small one. We asked 10 experts to give us their advice about the most important changes people can make to get healthier. Many of them offered their own takes on similar tips. Work on making one small change each month, and by next year you’ll be well on your way to feeling better all around.

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MICHAEL L. CHANG

family medicine physician with MemorialCare Medical Group in Laguna Hills Heart disease or heart ailments are what we pass away from most in America. So the biggest way to prevent that, in my opinion, is a healthy diet. And I hate to say the word ‘diet,’ but it’s all about a change in food lifestyle. … I do like the Mediterranean diet. It includes lots of whole grains, fruits and vegetables, a handful of nuts. These types of choices can reduce high blood pressure and reduce the risk of strokes, cancer, even the risk of dementia. It doesn’t have to be one big step. Just start increasing fruits and veggies. Decrease sugars and processed foods. The trick is to slowly start incorporating things that will benefit you. I do think it’s OK to cheat maybe once a week or every other week, but everything has to be in moderation. You know, I like In-N-Out every now and then, too! But for regular meals, I’d say ¼ cup of whole grains, a single small portion of lean meat, and then half your meal should be fruits and veggies. This is the thing I try to emphasize because it’s probably the strongest medication that (people) will ever get—if they’re going to follow it.

KAREN LINDSAY

Nutrition is really important not just for physical health but also for mental health.

There is this movement for nutritional psychology, which explains how the food that we eat helps regulate our emotions and mental health and might be able to help mitigate mental health diseases as well. I think that connecting to our food and the true origins of it—how it’s grown and the whole process of getting from the land to your plate—helps us connect to nature. I’m a big proponent of farmers markets and getting to know the farmers. You really get to appreciate the journey of the food getting to your plate. Having gratitude for the food and all the steps that brought it to you helps nourish our bodies and also our mind and our soul. We’re learning a lot more now about the nutrients that are deficient in many people that might (contribute to) mental health disorders and how nutrition can help cure or support them. Magnesium is usually a big one that many of us are deficient in, and it’s really important for stress regulation. Many omega-3 fatty acids as well, and then also the antioxidant vitamins A, C, and E. They can help reduce inflammation in the body and oxidative stress, which in some cases might be involved in depression.

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registered dietician nutritionist at UC Irvine’s Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute

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ANDREW WATSON

fitness manager, 24 Hour Fitness in Costa Mesa

The goal is to get your heart rate going at a moderate pace for 30 minutes at least three to four times a week. Walk, swim, go for a bike ride; do whatever motivates you—but be careful not to do anything too heavy or repetitive. Lifting too much weight or doing the same move over and over again can lead to injury. More is not necessarily better. Whatever activity you choose, start slow and work your way up if you haven’t recently exercised. It’s important not to go to the extreme because then you have to come see us. … Most people don’t stretch enough. It’s really a good idea to stretch daily, each part of your body, to stay flexible.

They say sitting is the new smoking. But don’t stretch when you’re cold. Better to do it after you’ve warmed up.

A big change someone can do right away to make an impact on their health and fitness is just moving every day and making a habit of it—even if it’s five minutes. Think of movement and exercise like brushing your teeth. It would be weird if you went four or five days without brushing your teeth, right? Exercise should be the same. As you get comfortable doing five minutes, you can build up to 10 minutes, then up to 30, then up to an hour. Taking a walk, doing a few pushups against the counter in the kitchen, maybe a few squats—anything just to get you moving.

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physical therapist and co-owner of Impact Rehabilitation Center in Orange

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DIPTI ITCHHAPORIA

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interventional cardiologist and director of disease management at Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian in Newport Beach I think that the most important thing is to develop an attitude of good health and say that you’re going to be as healthy as possible. If you develop that mindset, then there are three things that come from that: exercise; eat healthy; and sleep. It is very basic.

Exercise, that is probably the biggest (thing). One, it is a great stress release. Two, there is significant data that if you do 30 minutes of cardio exercise five days a week you cut your cardiac mortality by 50 percent, and that is better than any pill anybody could ever give you. It is the consistency of exercise that makes the difference. So just exercising regularly, daily, will make a big difference. The most common reason people don’t exercise is they say they don’t have time. The reason is because activities of daily living get in the way. But if you get up in the morning and the first thing you do is exercise, then it is much easier to do. Kind of like us getting up in the morning and saying we’ve got to shower. You get it done, and you’re done with it.

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ALAN GONZALEZ

dentist at Newport Beach Dental Associates As much as I know people don’t look forward to visiting their dentist, prevention and checkups are less costly and invasive than treating problems that can arise later. Be sure to floss every day, because that’s where we see the cavities, between the teeth.

When people have chronic dental issues, it lowers their immune system. Now is the worst time to have immune system problems. I’ve had patients where we fix their mouths—they had infections or inflammation and low-grade fevers—and then they feel better all around and have more energy.

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director of Mission Sleep Disorders Institute at Providence Heritage Medical Group When we see patients who have difficulty sleeping, we educate them about sleep hygiene; the bedroom needs to be dedicated to sleeping—not eating, not watching TV—so that from a Pavlovian point of view, when you enter the bedroom, you always feel sleepy. Avoidance of light is a big issue. Bright light lowers your melatonin levels. There was a study where blind people could be awakened by shining a bright light on their legs or arms. Other things that can disturb sleep include certain medications, alcohol, caffeine, sleeping with a pet, and if your partner has a sleep disorder. My biggest tips would be to eat dinner at least four hours before bed, and to always go to sleep and wake up at the same times every day. We refer people to the sleep center when we think they have a significant sleep disorder like restless leg syndrome or sleep apnea. Something that a lot of people might not know is that getting up at night to urinate more than twice is also an indicator of sleep apnea.

Because when you stop breathing, you get a discharge of adrenaline, which is a natural diuretic.

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medical oncologist and hematologist at City of Hope Huntington Beach and City of Hope Irvine Sand Canyon Protecting your skin from the sun begins before you even step outside. When getting dressed, choose a dark, tightly woven fabric instead of a lighter color fabric. The sun’s UV rays increase the risk of skin cancer, and they easily penetrate an ordinary white cotton T-shirt, and even more so if it’s wet. Wearing sun protective clothing when you are going to be outdoors is essential, and some hats or shirts even have a UPF (ultraviolet protection factor) rating. Garments with a UPF rating of 25 or more block around 96 percent of the sun’s rays; and unlike sunscreen, you don’t have to reapply!

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CHARLES GOLDEN

vice president and executive medical director of CHOC’s Primary Care Network

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Obviously, over the last few years, we’ve had one of the most traumatic experiences that we’ve gone through as a population, in the form of a pandemic. And the world has just been kind of crazy, whether it’s politics or social discourse or the way people treat each other on social media. It’s been a prett y hard place for kids, particularly teenagers. Adolescence is always a diff icult time from a mental health perspective. There’s a lot of growth during that time, and mental health disorders tend to be prevalent in adolescents, but they are only diagnosed about a third of the time. As a result, we’re seeing awful suicide rates in that age group.

Now, more than ever, it’s very important for parents and families to have open lines of communication, established family time, and rules around social media use and screen time. We need an open dialogue around mental health because the stigma is a major problem. Every outpatient clinic at CHOC is moving to a place where we’re going to be screening our patients for depression at least once a year because early intervention is so important.

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MATTHEW REED

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psychiatrist at Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian in Newport Beach (It’s important for people to) reconnect. That’s one thing the pandemic really did was limit people’s ability to connect to their support systems and loved ones. When the pandemic hit, we saw an increase in relapses from a wide range of substance abuse disorders. We saw a spike in depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation as well. When you’re isolated and alone, you’re stuck in your own thoughts. You’re not able to get the support and the reality check that things are OK. Without that, it can be a spiral downward. We’re social creatures; we’re not really meant to be isolated from one another. When you look at teens, that’s where we really see increased rates of suicidal thinking, depression, and anxiety. So gett ing back into the groups, sports, and activities that they typically had done on a social level (is important). Some of that is just coming back online by itself, and some of it needs a bit of a nudge. (For adults), joining any kind of group that brings them joy in their life—if it’s outdoors, sports, exercise groups—those things that people previously did or hadn’t done but now they’re feeling down and need to start reengaging with others.

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Sally Kuledge is the life of the party at the Newport-Mesa Family YMCA, where for 25 years she has taught fitness classes for active older adults. by Astgik Khatchatryan

“My mantra is: fitness, friendship, and frivolity,” says Kuledge, who at age 88 takes multiple exercise classes each week on top of the six she teaches. In addition to deep-water aerobics, Kuledge instructs older adults in a chair exercise program she developed with a focus on rhythm, balance, and strength. “Although it’s a chair program, we get up and down and we use weights, balls, and bands. These people are incredible. They come in at 7:15 in the morning. We have three gals in their 90s, and they are so full of pep.”

Kuledge grew up in northern Minnesota where, she quips, “if you didn’t move, you froze to death.” A self-described tomboy, she climbed trees, rode bikes, and jumped into lakes. Her proclivity for athletics shaped her career path.

She earned a degree in recreational leadership at the University of Minnesota in 1956. “It was a fairly new program. My best friend was a cheerleader there, and she convinced me to enroll. And we were around jocks all the time, which was an attractive feature.”

After moving to California and working in recreation centers in cities such as Huntington Park, Oakland, and Hermosa Beach, Kuledge went on to teach skiing in Utah. “I was written up in Ski magazine for starting the first allfemale ski class—I called it the Ladybirds at Snowbird. It was for timid ladies whose hus-

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One gal who’s 93 had a fall, but she’s back.

I put on the Village People, and we march around. She’s slower, but she gets up and does it.

bands would drag them to the top of the mountain and then they’d start crying. So I’d say, ‘Gentlemen, I’ll take care of your ladies for you.’ ” Having returned to California to work at the Torrance YMCA, Kuledge eventually found her perfect fit at the Newport-Mesa facility. “This one is incredible. So friendly and open. My deep-water class—we call them the mermaids— and every month they have a potluck at someone’s house. And now they’ve started playing water polo. These people are in their late 70s!”

Her goal for every class is for everyone to leave happier than when they came in.

“For my land class, we practice agility, coordination, and speed. We do the hokey pokey, the bunny hop. We have balls that we use for bouncing, rolling, squeezing between your legs.

And we have a big bucket we keep them in. Well, one of the ladies brought a spare bucket in so that at the end of class, everyone tries to make a basket with their ball. It’s a real upper, I think.”

Though she’s had a hip replacement and two shoulder replacements, Kuledge isn’t ready to slow down anytime soon. “I’m not as adept as I wish I were, but I just do what I can do.”

Her commitment hasn’t gone unnoticed, and Kuledge says she’s recognized wherever she goes. “Somebody yelled at me at church the other day, ‘Oh you’re Sally from the Y!’ I’m like a trademark. I think they should pay me to go in public and advertise. But I do it because I really get joy out of making people happy. They look forward to coming to my classes, and we crack jokes and have a lot of fun. If I’m ever down, I just have to go down there and see the people.”

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TOP DOCTORS | 2022 Unless otherwise noted, physicians are M.D.s. K designates Kaiser physicians, who accept only Kaiser patients.

ALLERGY AND CLINICAL IMMUNOLOGY

William E. Berger Asthma, nasal allergies, food allergies Mission Viejo 949-364-2900 Warner W. Carr Food allergies, asthma, eczema, allergic rhinitis Mission Viejo 949-364-2900 Wan-Yin Chan Immune deficiency Orange 714-633-6363 Sarah Field Food allergy, eczema, asthma, eosinophilic esophagitis Orange 714-633-6363 Bruce Friedman Asthma, allergic rhinoconjunctivitis, food allergy, eczema Fountain Valley 714-549-9330 Donald S. Levy Angioedema, eosinophilic esophagitis, urticaria, atopic dermatitis Orange 714-639-7847 Lisa Lim K Garden Grove 833-574-2273 Christina Schwindt Food allergies, asthma, eczema, allergic rhinitis Newport Beach 949-791-3202 William N. Sokol Jr. Asthma Newport Beach 949-645-3374

ANESTHESIOLOGY

Kyle Ahn Regional anesthesiology, perioperative medicine, medical education Orange 714-456-8744

Armen Chalian Pain management Santa Ana 714-619-5383 Katherine Chiu Pediatric anesthesiology Orange 714-456-5501 Daniel S. Choi K Regional anesthesiology Irvine 949-485-9261 David Cipolla Newport Beach 949-764-6954 Rakhi Dayal Pain medicine Orange 714-456-7002 Adam Djurdjulov Newport Beach 949-764-6954 Scott Engwall Orange 714-456-7414 R. Ryan Field Neuroanesthesiology Orange 714-456-5501 Anna L. Harris Perioperative care Orange 714-745-6883 John M. Harris Pediatric anesthesiology Orange 714-509-8130 Peter Hodgson Ambulatory care Newport Beach 949-764-6954 Tsengting John Hsieh Pain management Newport Beach 949-764-5438 Eric Huang K Irvine 949-932-2440 George Istaphanous Pediatric anesthesiology Mission Viejo 949-478-2741 Richard J. Kelly Cardiothoracic anesthesiology Orange 714-456-5462 Joseph Kim Pediatric anesthesiology Santa Ana 714-619-5383

Robert F. Kopel Critical care medicine Newport Beach 949-764-6954 Manoj Kulkarni Pediatric anesthesiology Santa Ana 714-619-5383 Erin McHale Perioperative medicine, ambulatory anesthesia, women’s health Newport Beach 949-764-6954 Debra E. Morrison Pediatric and neonatal anesthesiology Orange 714-393-9521 Ariana M. Nelson Interventional pain medicine Irvine 949-824-7246 Corey K. Nelson Preoperative clinic, medical education, simulation Orange 714-456-5501 Jon Nguyen Patient safety and practice management Orange 714-619-5383 Kyle Paredes Orange 714-715-1288 Lynnus Peng Web-based medicine, medical legislation Fullerton 714-279-8665 Govind R. Rajan Critical care medicine, cardiac anesthesiology Orange 714-456-7812 Afshin Shabanie Pain management Santa Ana 714-619-5383 Stephen Skahen Neuroanesthesia Newport Beach 949-764-6954 Kristin Smith Ambulatory anesthesia, women’s health Newport Beach 949-764-6954

Anil Tiwari K Cardiac anesthesiology Irvine 949-932-2284 Chi Ukishima K Perioperative, regional Anaheim 888-988-2800 Shermeen Vakharia Cardiovascular anesthesia Orange 949-824-7246 Eric K. Wellmeyer Pediatric anesthesiology Santa Ana 714-619-5383 William C. Wilson Monitoring, critical care medicine, patient safety Irvine 949-822-3594 Steve Yun Dental office anesthesia Orange 714-320-0084

ANESTHESIOLOGY PAIN MEDICINE

James A. Kim Interventional pain management Newport Beach 949-566-8688

CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE

Jorge Castellanos Newport Beach 949-548-9611 Radhakrishan (Ray) S. Gandhi Interventional cardiology, aortic valve disease Newport Beach 949-515-4515 Richard Haskell Newport Beach 949-548-9611 Dipti Itchhaporia Digital transformation in health care, health equity Newport Beach 949-548 6634 Brian Kolski Structural heart disease, transcatheter valve therapy Orange 714-564-3300

Fernando Mendoza General cardiology, echocardiography, nuclear cardiology Los Alamitos 562-598-3200 Pranav Patel Interventional cardiology, heart valve disease, PAD Orange 714-456-7589 Satinder Swaroop Interventional and preventive cardiology Irvine 949-836-5872

CHILD ABUSE PEDIATRICS

Van Nguyen Greco Child abuse/injury prevention Orange 714-880-7812

CHILD AND ADOLESCENT PSYCHIATRY

Matthew Koury Evidence-based care at the community level Newport Beach 949-891-0307 Hoang (Wayne) Nguyen Consult/liaison, neurodevelopmental, eating disorders, OCD Orange 714-509-8232 Sina Safahieh ADHD, anxiety disorders, mood disorders Newport Beach 949-207 6775

CHILD NEUROLOGY

Suresh Gurbani K Epilepsy Anaheim 888-988-2800 Andrew McIntosh Epilepsy, neurodevelopmental disorders Laguna Niguel 949-249-3780 Daniel Shrey Infantile spasms, Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, refractory epilepsy Orange 714-509-7601

Maija-Riikka Steenari Epilepsy Orange 714-509-7601 Sharief Taraman Clinical informatics Orange 714-509-7555 Minodora Totoiu Down syndrome Orange 714-509-7555 Mary L. Zupanc Pediatric epilepsy Orange 714-509-3605

CLINICAL BIOCHEMICAL GENETICS

Virginia Kimonis Dysmorphology, neuromuscular, lysomal storage diseases, metabolic Orange 714-456-5792 Raymond Wang Lysosomal disorders, gene therapy, gene editing Orange 714-509-8852

CLINICAL CARDIAC ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY Michael Panutich Atrial fibrillation, ablation, arrhythmias, pacemakers, defibrillators Newport Beach 949-548-9611

CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE

Bhavini Jaiswal ECMO Newport Beach 949-764-6875 Michael Katz Neurocritical care, advanced cardiovascular medicine Fullerton 714-992-3969

DERMATOLOGY

Vince Afsahi Skin cancer treatment and laser surgery Tustin 714-508-0754 Michelle Aszterbaum Skin cancer Newport Beach 949-525-0700

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TOP DOCTORS | 2022 Bobby F. Awadalla Comprehensive medical, cosmetic, and surgical dermatology Mission Viejo 949-545-6605 Jonathan Baron Skin cancer surgery Santa Ana 714-547-5151 Tanya Evans Clinical trials Laguna Niguel 949-707-5734 Zenovia Gabriel Newport Beach 949-655-7417 Linda Golkar Medical and pediatric dermatology Yorba Linda 714-577-6666 Matthew Goodman Skin cancer and Mohs surgery Newport Beach 714-955-1214 Kristen M. Kelly Laser surgery, vascular birthmarks, scar treatment Irvine 949-824-0606 Marit K. Kreidel K Irvine 949-262-5600 Patrick K. Lee Mohs micrographic surgery Irvine 949-824-1661 Anne Marie McNeill Laser surgery, cosmetic dermatology, vulvar dermatology Newport Beach 949-707-7886 Nissan Pilest Irvine 949-727-3800 Rana Rofagha Sajjadian K Mohs surgery Irvine 888-988-2800 Hege Grande Sarpa K Mission Viejo 888-988-2800 Brian R. Toy Medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology Mission Viejo 949-364-6580

DEVELOPMENTALBEHAVIORAL PEDIATRICS

Peter J. Chung Autism and technology Santa Ana 949-267-0400 Robin B. Steinberg Epstein Autism, ADHD, anxiety, learning disorders Santa Ana 949-267-0400

DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY

Arash Anavim Quality and patient safety Orange 714-456-6921 Azita Behrashi Breast radiology Mission Viejo 949-413-5592 Michael BrantZawadzki Neuroradiology, physician management, health policy, research Newport Beach 949-764-5942 Joseph E. Burns Musculoskeletal imaging and intervention Orange 714-456-7237 Miles Chang Body imaging, ultrasound Newport Beach 949-764-5736 Luke Cheung Ultrasound, CT, MRI Newport Beach 949-764-5736 Eleanor Chu Neuroradiology Orange 714-456-6921 Freddie Combs Breast radiology Costa Mesa 949-515-3544 Stephen Feig Breast imaging Orange 714-425-6340 Maryam GolshanMomeni Musculoskeletal radiology, pediatric radiology Orange 714-456-6921

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Mohammad Helmy Ultrasound, body imaging Orange 714-456-8977 Roozbeh Houshyar Prostate cancer Orange 714-456-6921 Michael Jung Neuroradiology Irvine 949-645-3534 J. Andrew Keyoung Advanced body MRI imaging Newport Beach 949-764-5736 January Lopez Breast imaging Newport Beach 949-764-5780 Mark Masotto Abdominal and urologic imaging Orange 714-997-4762 Kenneth Meng Breast imaging Orange 714-771-8360 Kirk Ohanian Neuroradiology Orange 714-997-4762 Elizabeth Pusey Women’s imaging Newport Beach 949-645-2321 Hieu Truong Nuclear medicine, PET-CT, musculoskeletal imaging Orange 714-771-8171 Dan Vu Thoracic and cardiac imaging Orange 714-997-4764 Scott Williams Body imaging, cardiovascular imaging, 3D imaging Newport Beach 949-764-5736 Nina Woldenberg Breast imaging Newport Beach 949-764-5780 Humberto Wong Cardiac imaging Newport Beach 949-764-5736 Melissa Yu Neuroradiology Newport Beach 949-764-5736

EMERGENCY MEDICINE

Amin Abdi Emergency and point-of-care ultrasound Laguna Beach 949-364-1400 Patrick Aguilera Fountain Valley 714-966-8105 Eric Alcouloumre Newport Beach 949-764 5689 Carrie Chandwani Orange 714-456-5705 Ahmed Elrefaie Irvine 949-764-4624 Darrin Fryer Travel medicine Newport Beach 949-764-5689 Matthew J. Hunt Newport Beach 949-764-8376 Albert Jin K Anaheim 714-644-2800 Robert Katzer Emergency medical services, air medical transport Orange 714-456-5239 Timothy Korber Sports, COVID-19 Fountain Valley 714-966-8105 Richard Kozak Mission Viejo 949-364-1400 x7476 Shadi Lahham Orange 714-456-5705 Mark I. Langdorf Medical education Orange 714-456-5239 Gregory S. LaSala Medical toxicology Orange 714-543-8911 Brian S. Lee Physician leadership and clinical informatics Orange 714-543-8911 John B. Lee Mission Viejo 949-365-2202 Shahram Lotfipour Public health and injury prevention Orange 714-456-2326

Robert McCormick K Medical informatics Anaheim 714-644-2842 Matthew Mullarky Orange 714-543-8911 Todd R. Newton K Anaheim 714-644-4103 Megan Boysen Osborn Medical education Orange 714-456-5239 Karin Reed Newport Beach 949-764 5689 Michael Ritter Toxicology Mission Viejo 949-365-2202 Melissa A. Rudolph Informatics, quality Orange 714-543-8911 Dina Seif Infusion medicine, ketamine treatment, emergency ultrasound Laguna Beach 949-364-1400 x7476 Chien Sun K Irvine 949-932-2800 Michelle Tom Hospice, geriatrics, population health Laguna Hills 949-452-3569 Shannon Toohey Orange 714-456-5239 Alisa Wray Orange 714-456-5705 Christepher Yao Orange 714-543-8911

ENDOCRINOLOGY, DIABETES, AND METABOLISM

Sandra Kwak Thyroid disorders Newport Beach 949-645-8800 Andrew Reikes Thyroid issues, osteoporosis, diabetes, pituitary diseases Irvine 949-824-8600

Priya K. Shah Thyroid disease, thyroid cancer, PCOS, diabetes Orange 714-771-5700 Qin Yang Irvine 949-824-8600

FACIAL PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY

Rami Batniji Deep plane face-lift/ neck lift, rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty Newport Beach 949-650-8882 Steven Daines Face and neck lift, rhinoplasty, injectables Newport Beach 949-209-1622 Alexis D. Furze Sinus, rhinoplasty and nasal surgery Newport Beach 800-498-3223 Simon Madorsky Nasal reconstruction, rhinoplasty Newport Beach 949-719-1800 Sunny Park Nasal/ear reconstruction, rhinoplasty, otoplasty, blepharoplasty Newport Beach 949-873-5089 Brian J.F. Wong Rhinoplasty, revision rhinoplasty, nasal reconstruction Irvine 949-824-7997

FAMILY MEDICINE

Fred Alamshaw, D.O. K Yorba Linda 888-988-2800 James H. Ashizawa San Juan Capistrano 949-661-9600 Ani Atoian K Irvine 888-988-2800 Thomas Badin Preventive health care, annual physical exams Santa Ana 714-355-9444

TOP DOCTORS | 2022 Rhett Bartolome, D.O. K Post hospital transition of care Anaheim 833-574-2273 Neetu A. Bhola K Geriatrics Anaheim 888-988-2800 Lance Brunner K Geriatrics, infection control Brea 888-988-2800 Thanh Bui K Plant-based diet Garden Grove 714-741-3572 Ming (Andy) Chen, D.O. K Physician education, physician wellness, medical mission Santa Ana 800-464-4000 Clifford Clinton K Orange 888-988-2800 Wendy Coling K Preventive care, women’s health Anaheim 888-988-2800 Kara Cummins K Graduate medical education Santa Ana 714-967-4766 Alec V. Does K Hypertension Yorba Linda 714-985-3533 Liza Eshilian-Oates K Women’s health Anaheim 714-380-7436 Everard Tesoro Esteban K Lifestyle medicine Anaheim 833-574-2273 Cindy Evans K Developmental disabilities Tustin 888-988-2800 Fred Galluccio Full family, international emergency, sports medicine Newport Beach 949-646-4865 Debra Gutierrez Diabetes Brea 714-449-6900 Elena Hetts K Anaheim 888-988-2800

Shiho Ito Spirituality and whole person care Orange 714-456-8000 Brian Y. Kim Sports medicine Irvine 949-824-8600 William Kim K La Palma 714-562-2389 Elaine King Newport Beach 949-629-2600 Heather Kranitz, D.O. K Mission Viejo 833-574-2273 Christopher Kroner Sports medicine Irvine 949-824-8600 Quynh-Hoa Le, D.O. K Santa Ana 888-988-2800 Michael Y. Lee Leadership and burnout coaching Irvine 949-899-8309 Kevin Liao K HIV La Habra 833-574-2273 Jo Lieberman-Pan Women’s health, preventive medicine Fountain Valley 714-549-1300 Lucio Loza K Diabetes, community medicine Santa Ana 714-967-4693 Depinder Mann K Diabetes mellitus Huntington Beach 833-574-2273 José Mayorga Santa Ana 714-480-2443 Scott McIver, D.O. K Aliso Viejo 949-425-3142 Tannaz Meisami Women’s health, pediatrics, preventative care Newport Beach 949-644-1025 Sofia Meraz K Women’s health, community medicine, behavioral medicine Santa Ana 714-967-4777

Timothy Munzing K Residency training Santa Ana 714-967-4766 Tan Q. Nguyen Medical humanities Anaheim 714-456-7002 Hiroki Noda K La Habra 714-423-0637 Brian Paik Irvine 949-791-3103 Andrew M. Park K Lake Forest 888-988-2800 Michael Provenghi K Diabetes, medical education Santa Ana 888-988-2800 Debra Reigel K Anaheim 833-574-2273 Doreen Rioux, D.O. Yorba Linda 714-528-4211 Jason Shen K Yorba Linda 714-941-4230 Hal S. Shimazu Lipids, geriatrics Orange 714-997-2899 Angelique Sporty, D.O. K Tustin 888-988-2800 Samuel Sunshine Family and sports medicine, functional medicine Foothill Ranch 949-460-9111 Laura MacKenzie Tangredi, D.O. Osteopathic manipulation Orange 714-639-2600 Baotran Vo Maternity care, women’s health Irvine 949-824-8600 Tina Walker K Geriatric medicine, end-of-life care Yorba Linda 714-685-3500 William J. Wang K Brea 888-988-2800 Ken L. Williams Jr., D.O. Irvine 949-333-2999

Alex T. Wu K Residency education, community outreach, preventative care Brea 888-988-2800

FAMILY MEDICINE SPORTS MEDICINE

James C. Hwang K Ultrasound-guided procedures, minimally invasive surgery Irvine 888-988-2800

FEMALE PELVIC MEDICINE AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY

Noelani Guaderrama K Irvine 888-988-2800 Jun Ihara K Pelvic prolapse surgery Anaheim 888-988-2800 Felicia L. Lane Orange 714-456-5967 Jennifer K. Lee K Urogynecology Anaheim 714-644-2380 Emily Whitcomb K Irvine 888-988-2800

GASTROENTEROLOGY

Alaa Abousaif Endoscopy, obesity, functional GI disorders Orange 714-835-7700 Donald Abrahm Hepatology Newport Beach 949-631-2670 Shahrooz Bemanian Colonoscopy, endoscopy, cancer prevention, fecal incontinence Irvine 949-612-9090 Kenneth J. Chang Orange 714-456-6187 Philip T. Chen Cap assisted underwater colonoscopy Irvine 949-556-6192

Andrew Q. Giap K Advanced endoscopy, endoscopic ultrasound, biliary endoscopy Anaheim 888-988-2800 Dalia Ibrahim Internal medicine, ketamine therapy, weight loss Laguna Hills 949-452-3933 John G. Lee Endoscopy Orange 714-456-6745 Paul S. Lee Colorectal cancer prevention Irvine 949-612-9090 Roxanne Giselle Lim Acid reflux, small bowel bacterial overgrowth Newport Beach 949-760-0398 Haig Najarian Liver disease Orange 714-835-7700 Phuong Nguyen Therapeutic endoscopy, gastrointestinal cancer, endoscopic fundoplication Newport Beach 949-764-5760 Nimisha Parekh Inflammatory bowel disease, medical education Orange 714-456-6745 Abhay Parikh Newport Beach 949-548 6652 Jason Samarasena Barrett’s esophagus, pancreatic cancer, endoscopic resection Orange 714-456-6745 Hardeep Singh Endoscopic ultrasound, hepatology, GI bleeding Newport Beach 714-835-7700 David B. Stanton Inflammatory bowel disease Orange 714-835-5100 Victor Yu Irvine 949-612-9090

GERIATRIC MEDICINE

Lisa M. Gibbs Complex geriatric care, dementia, frailty Orange 714-456-7007 Sonia Sehgal Healthy aging, preventive health care Orange 714-456-5530 Steven P. Tam Orange 714-456-7007

GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY

Lisa Abaid Robotic surgery Newport Beach 949-642-1361 Robert Bristow Orange 714-456-5968 John V. Brown Robotic surgery, gynecologic cancer treatment Newport Beach 949-642-1361 Noah Rodriguez K Minimally invasive and robotic surgery Irvine 949-932-5687 Jay P. Shah K Minimally invasive surgery Irvine 949-485-9412 Devansu Tewari K Ovarian cancer, health care policy Irvine 949-932-5692 Krishnansu Tewari Robotics, ovarian cancer surgery, clinical trials Orange 714-456-8020

GYNECOLOGY

Patricia Korber Contraception, menorrhagia, menopausal symptoms Newport Beach 949-423-7384 Heather Macdonald Breast surgery Irvine 949-557-0186

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TOP DOCTORS | 2022 HEMATOLOGY

Lauren PinterBrown Lymphoma Orange 714-456-8000 Richard Van Etten Leukemia and myeloproliferative neoplasms Orange 714-456-8031

HEMATOLOGY AND MEDICAL ONCOLOGY Nishan Tchekmedyian Lung and prostate cancer clinical research Huntington Beach 714-252-9415

INFECTIOUS DISEASE Lanny L. Hsieh Orange 714-456-5726 Tuan Ta HIV Santa Ana 714-664-0045

INTERNAL MEDICINE

Kareem Aboutalib, D.O. K Hospitalist medicine Anaheim 714-644-2000 Hany Bashandy Hospitalist Newport Beach Erica Childs K Santa Ana 888-988-2800 Emilie L. Chow Pediatrics Orange 714-456-7016 Jane Curtis Diagnosis and management of complicated cases Santa Ana 714-288-3230 Karen Don Fountain Valley 714-965-2500 Hoang S. (Bryan) Dong K International health Anaheim 714-644-2000 Michael Gray Hospital medicine Newport Beach Susan Hodes K Hospitalist Anaheim 888-988-2800

Ke-Qin Hu Liver specialist in various liver diseases Orange 714-456-7642 Patty Huang Hospital medicine Newport Beach 877-742-4624 Sonali Iyer Hospital medicine Orange 714-456-5960 Joel Katz Hospitalist, inpatient medicine and quality improvement Newport Beach 877-742-4624 Ewa Kontny Geriatrics Irvine 714-614-2917 Meenu Kwatra K Adept stakeholder of quality review, ethics Irvine 949-932-5000 Henry (Hyun Doo) Lee K Irvine 949-932-5000 Theodore Lee K Hospitalist Irvine 888-988-2800 Victoria Leigh, D.O. Tustin 714-505-7110 David Liao Hospital medicine Newport Beach 888-655-8463 Melanie Lin Preventive care, coding Anaheim 888-449-9303 Michael Liu K Anaheim 714-644-2000 Priya Bhatia Monahan K Hospital medicine, mind-body wellness Irvine 949-932-5000 Bavani Nadeswaran Bariatric medicine Orange 714-456-8773 Maryam Rahimi Orange 714-456-7016 Sonal Sakariya Hospitalist, transitions of care Orange 714-628-3136

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Bahar Sedarati Digital health, organizational leadership, emotional intelligence Irvine 310-980-1781 Rajesh Swaroop K Quality and patient safety Irvine 833-574-2273 Amy Teresi Endocrinology Newport Beach 949-644 3568 Tuan Trinh Fullerton 714-447-5027 Lawrence Richard Van Meter Newport Beach 949-566-8179 Samy A. Younis Geriatric medicine, women’s health, chemical dependency Irvine 949-451-9292

INTERNAL MEDICINE WITH A FOCUSED PRACTICE IN HOSPITAL MEDICINE Weston Chandler Hospital medicine Newport Beach Alex Leung Fullerton 714-447-5027

INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGY Ihab Alomari Structural heart disease Orange 714-456-3868

INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY

Nadine Abi-Jaoudeh Interventional oncology Orange 714-456-2389 Dayantha M. Fernando Interventional oncology and liverdirected therapies Orange 714-456-7237

Trushar Patel Vascular/venous disease, interventional oncology Newport Beach 949-764-7365

MATERNAL-FETAL MEDICINE

Judith Chung Diabetes and pregnancy Orange 714-456-5967 Anna M. Galyean K Prenatal ultrasound, preterm labor, cervical insufficiency Irvine 949-932-5652 Tamera J. Hatfield Orange 714-456-7879 Jennifer Jolley Prenatal diagnosis, fetal intervention Orange 714-456-5967 James Kurtzman Twins, preterm prevention, cervical insufficiency, ultrasound Irvine 949-336-7337 Carol Major Diabetes and highrisk pregnancy Orange 714-456-6707

MEDICAL ONCOLOGY

Samina Ahmed K Anaheim 888-988-2800 Paul Coluzzi Breast cancer Orange 949-870-6778 Farshid Dayyani Orange 714-456-8000 Angela G. Fleischman Myeloproliferative neoplasm, blood cancers Costa Mesa 949-999-2400 Deepa Jeyakumar Leukemias, myelodysplastic syndrome Orange 714-456-5153 Haresh S. Jhangiani Novel therapies, research, teaching Fountain Valley 714-698-0300

Khosrow Mahdavi Hematologic malignancies, benign hematology Costa Mesa 949-999-2400 Nataliya Mar Genito-urinary malignancies Orange 714-456-8000 Edward L. Nelson Hematologic malignancies Orange 714-456-5153 Tara Seery Cellular therapy, GI oncology Irvine 949-764-5347 Wade Smith Breast cancer Newport Beach 949-763-2204 Jason Zell, D.O. Colorectal cancer, cancer prevention Orange 714-456-5153

NEONATAL MEDICINE Fayez M. BanyMohammed Orange 714-456-6933 Rebecca J. Coleman Resuscitation/simulation, palliative care, breastfeeding, nutrition Orange 714-456-6933 David Hicks Orange 714-456-3096 Sudeep Kukreja Medical volunteerism, patient advocacy Orange 714-509-4373 Jina Lim Orange 714-509-4373 Prasanthi K. Mishra K Quality improvement, physician wellness Anaheim 714-644-7040 Yona Nicolau Orange 714-456-6933 Piyush Patel K Anaheim 714-644-7040

Katarzyna J. Tesmer Aesthetic medicine Orange 714-509-3096 Cherry C. Uy Orange 714-456-6933

NEONATALPERINATAL MEDICINE

Irfan Ahmad Surgical NICU and quality improvement Orange 714-509-8632 Amir Ashrafi Neonatal cardiovascular intensive care and hemodynamics Orange 714-509-4373 Muhammad Aslam Stem cells, lung disease, pulmonary hypertension Orange 714-456-6933 Daryoush Bassiri EMR, neonatal educational outreach Orange 714-509-4373 Kushal Bhakta Care of extremely low birth weight infant Orange 714-509-3096 Christine Bixby Breast milk medicine Orange 714-509-4373 John Cleary Cardiac and mechanical support for neonates Orange 714-509-3096 Marielle Nguyen K Developmental care preterm infants, quality improvements Anaheim 714-644-7040 Lavonne Sheng Infection prevention, antibiotic stewardship Orange 714-509-4373 Sandra ShortBartlett K Life support, respiratory syncytial virus Anaheim 714-644-7040

TOP DOCTORS | 2022 Monica N. Sondhi Orange 714-509-8882 John Tran Neuro-critical NICU Orang 714-509-3096

NEPHROLOGY

Behzad Alimohammadi K ESRD and home dialysis Irvine 949-932-2507 Stephanie Cheung K Anaheim 888-988-2800 Kamyar KalantarZadeh Orange 714-456-5142 Sinjoo Kim K Anaheim 714-644-2305 Tam Pham K Irvine 888-988-2800 Uttam Reddy Kidney transplantation Orange 714-456-5142 Connie M. Rhee Orange 714-456-5142

NEUROLOGY

Yama Akbari Neurocritical care, coma, cardiac arrest, consciousness Irvine 949-824-1888 Daniela A. Bota Neurological oncology Orange 714-456-7214 Sirichai Chayasirisobhon K Epilepsy Anaheim 714-644-2325 Cyrus Dastur Neurocritical care Orange 714-456-7210 Mark J. Fisher Stroke neurology Orange 714-456-5091 Joey Gee, D.O. Headache medicine Mission Viejo 949-542-8002

Namita A. Goyal Neuromuscular disease Orange 714-456-2332 Xiao-Tang Kong Neuro-oncology Orange 714-456-8311 Tahseen Mozaffar Neuromuscular disorders Orange 714-456-2238 S. Mohammad H. Shafie Ischemic/hemorrhagic stroke, TIA, cerebrovascular disease Orange 714-456-7637 Sara J. Stern-Nezer Neurocritical care, stroke, medical education Orange 714-456-7890 Gaby T. Thai Orange 714-456-6806

NUCLEAR MEDICINE Tatiana Kain Molecular imaging Orange 714-456-6132

OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY

Morris Ahdoot Infertility, high-risk pregnancy, menopause symptoms Irvine 949-453-1173 Kathy M. Anderson Regenerative medicine Santa Ana 714-547-7575 Monica Aszterbaum Minimally invasive and robotic surgery Irvine 949-559-1911 Leon Baginski Laparoscopic/robotic surgery, endometriosis, high-risk obstetrics Mission Viejo 949-276-6266 Julisa Bravo K Teaching and mentoring Santa Ana 714-796-4812 Dennis J. Buchanan Fullerton 714-992-5350

Jennifer Butler OBG hospitalist Orange 714-456-7733 Scott E. Capobianco Certified in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery Mission Viejo 949-364-1040 Rebecca Conrad Dominguez Newport Beach 949-283-3379 Christopher T. Donnelly K Minimally invasive surgery Santa Ana 949-932-7031 Janis D. Fee Maternity, robotic surgery, adolescent gynecology Orange 714-282-1892 Nicte Flores K Irvine 949-932-5655 Felice Gersh Women’s health/integrative medicine Irvine 949-753-7475 Debra R. Gierut K San Juan Capistrano 888-988-2800 Afshan B. Hameed Maternal heart disease, anticoagulation in pregnancy Orange 714-456-7879 Tabetha Harken Family planning, cesarian scar pregnancies Orange 714-456-5967 Christina Hong K Minimally invasive gyn surgery, colposcopy, HPV Irvine 888-988-2800 Candace Howe Chronic pelvic pain Newport Beach 949-646-2800 Cambria L. Kang K Minimally invasive surgery, value-based health care Irvine 833-574-2273 Christine Kim OB hospitalist medicine, medical education Orange 714-456-7733

Michael Krychman Sexual medicine, survivorship, menopause, vulvar health Orange 949-764-9300 Phong Q. Lai, D.O. K Resident education and medical missions Irvine 888-988-2800 Vivian Lin Fullerton 714-992-5350 Neal Lonky K Colposcopy, health policy and management Anaheim 888-988-2800 Akta Patel K Santa Ana 714-796-4881 Rachel Perry Family planning Orange 714-456-2911 Manuel Porto High-risk pregnancy, fetal therapy, twins Orange 714-456-6427 Paula Richter K Minimally invasive gynecologic surgery Irvine 888-988-2800 Lauren A. Rubal Reproductive endocrinology and infertility, integrative medicine Newport Beach 949-415-6704 Debora Sedaghat, D.O. Fountain Valley 714-966-2112 Betty Shen K Irvine 949-932-5613 Vinita Jain Speir Newport Beach 949-644-2722 Patrick Thein Orange 714-809-8784 Mary C. Washburn K Minimally invasive gynecologic surgery Anaheim 714-795-1055 Carla Wells High-risk obstetrics and robotic surgery Irvine 949-559-1911

Lawrence B. Werlin Pre-implantation genetic diagnosis Irvine 949-726-0697

OPHTHALMOLOGY

Sean Adrean Specialist in retina, macula, vitreous diseases Fullerton 714-738-4620 Suri Appa K Vitreoretinal specialist Tustin 833-574-2273 Anand Bhatt Cataract and glaucoma surgery Santa Ana 714-541-4185 Sanford Chen Vitreo-retinal disease and surgery Newport Beach 949-646-3242 David Chia Comprehensive ophthalmology, cataract, glaucoma, eyelid surgery Irvine 949-753-1163 Emma Clay Comprehensive ophthalmology Los Alamitos 562-598-7728 R. Wade Crow Neuro-ophthalmology Irvine 949-824-7944 Rishi Doshi K Medical retina Tustin 888-988-2800 Charles W.G. Eifrig Retina surgery Laguna Hills 949-707-5125 Melanie Ho Erb Lasers, injectables, cosmetic and oculoplastic surgery Irvine 949-727-0102 Marjan Farid Cornea, cataract, refractive surgery Irvine 949-824-2020 Sumit (Sam) Garg Cararact/corneal surgery Irvine 949-824-2020

Ronald N. Gaster Cornea, cataract, refractive, cross-linking surgery Fountain Valley 855-393-3622 Carl T. Hartman Cataract surgery Los Alamitos 562-598-7728 John A. Hovanesian Cataract, refractive, cornea and pterygium surgery Laguna Hills 949-951-2020 John Hwang Retina surgery and diseases Laguna Hills 949-707-5125 Jeffrey Joseph Ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery Newport Beach 949-424-3524 Peter Joson Glaucoma and cataract surgery San Clemente 949-489-2218 Sanjay Kedhar Cornea, cataract, uveitis, ocular inflammation Irvine 949-824-2020 Diana H. Kersten Cataract/refractive surgery, anterior segment disease Laguna Hills 949-951-2020 Brian T. Kim Retina, cataracts Laguna Hills 949-951-2020 Edward W. Kim Cataract surgery, anterior segment diseases Laguna Hills 949-951-2020 Kenneth B. Krantz K Oculoplastic surgery Santa Ana 888-988-2800 Baruch D. Kuppermann Retina Irvine 949-824-8089 Ken Lin Glaucoma and cataract surgery Irvine 949-824-7944

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TOP DOCTORS | 2022 Stephanie Lu Retina and vitreous Irvine 949-824-6256 Desmond McGuire Retina surgery Santa Ana 714-543-6020 Ashish Manilal Mehta K Pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus Yorba Linda 714-864-9501 Mitul Mehta Vitreous retina surgery AMD diabetic retinopathy Irvine 949-824-2020 Sameh Mosaed Cataract and glaucoma surgery Irvine 949-824-4122 Nika Omid Laser cataract surgery, cosmetic eyelid surgery Irvine 949-652-2020 J. Sebag Vitreous, macula, retina, surgery, lasers, injections Huntington Beach 714-901-7777 Samir Shah Custom laser cataract surgery, corneal transplantation Huntington Beach 714-965-9696 Shaival Shah K Pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus Tustin 888-988-2800 Aisha Simjee Orange 714-771-2022 Jeremiah Tao Oculoplastic, orbital, and facial cosmetic surgery Irvine 949-824-2020 Michael K. Tran Comprehensive ophthalmology, cataract, glaucoma Westminster 714-839-2077 Matthew Wade Cornea, refractive surgery, Lasik, cataract Irvine 949-824-4122

Alison Wong K Cataract surgery La Palma 888-988-2800 Timothy T. You Retinal subspecialist Santa Ana 714-972-8432 Jared Younger Laser cataract surgery Fountain Valley 714-546-2020 Kevin Yuhan K Cataracts, cornea, refractive, ocular surface tumors Mission Viejo 800-443-0815

OTOLARYNGOLOGY/ HEAD-NECK SURGERY Gurpreet S. Ahuja Pediatric airway; ear, nose, and throat disorders Orange 714-633-4020 William B. Armstrong Head and neck oncology, thyroid/ parathyroid surgery Orange 714-456-5750 Ashley Balaker Hearing loss and balance disorders Newport Beach 949-364-4361 Naveen Bhandarkar Rhinology/sinus and skull base surgery Orange 714-456-5753 James Bredenkamp Endocrine surgery and oncology Mission Viejo 949-364-4361 Felizardo Camilon Jr. Pediatric otolaryngology Orange 714-836-6607 Theodore Chen K Rhinoplasty, skin cancer reconstruction, thyroid surgery Irvine 888-988-2800 Michael Cho Sinus disorders, ear disorders Mission Viejo 949-364-4361

100 O R A N G E C O A S T • August 2022

Dennis Crockett Pediatric otolaryngology Mission Viejo 949-364-4361 Roger L. Crumley Sleep apnea, laryngology, general ENT Orange 714-456-8766 Hamid Djalilian Ear and skull base surgery, hearing balance disorders Orange 714-456-5853 Rohit Garg K Rhinology and skull base surgery Anaheim 714-644-2093 Kevin Huoh Pediatric otolaryngology, pediatric thyroid surgery, vascular malformations Orange 714-633-4020 David Keschner K Rhinology Irvine 949-233-0281 Harrison Lin Neurotology and skull base surgery Orange 714-456-5753 Jagmeet Mundi Sinus surgery; head and neck cancer Irvine 949-364-4361 Nguyen Pham Hearing disorders, cochlear implants, cleft care Orange 714-633-4020 Terry Shibuya K Skull base surgery, H&N surgery oncology Anaheim 714-644-2093 Jack Shohet Hearing loss rehabilitation Newport Beach 949-631-4327 Christopher Thompson Sinus disease Mission Viejo 949-364-4361 Sunil Verma Voice and swallowing Orange 714-456-5753

Phillip Wells San Clemente 949-496-2307

PAIN MEDICINE David W. Lee Fullerton 714-879-0050

PATHOLOGY

Nazila Zekry Breast pathology Newport Beach 949-764-5636

PEDIATRIC ANESTHESIOLOGY

Christina Kendrick K Anaheim 714-644-3461 Nhat (Nathan) Le K Irvine 949-932-2446 Ramin Zolfagari K Irvine 949-932-2448

PEDIATRIC CARDIOLOGY

Anjan S. Batra Electrophysiology/ arrhythmias Orange 714-509-3939 Francesca A. Byrne Fetal cardiology, sports screening, noninvasive imaging Laguna Hills 877-430-7337 Anthony Chang Artificial intelligence, innovation in health care Orange 714-509-3939 Nita Doshi Pediatric/fetal cardiology, single ventricle survivorship Orange 714-509-7576 Nafiz Kiciman Congenital heart disease, simulation based education Orange 714-509-3939 Wyman W. Lai Noninvasive imaging, fetal cardiology Orange 714-509-3939 Uthara Mohan Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, athletic cardiac screening Newport Beach 949-646-1495

Gira S. Morchi Interventional pediatric cardiology Orange 714-509-3939 Pierangelo Renella Advanced cardiovascular imaging Orange 714-509-3939 Yuliya Turiy Costa Mesa 877-430-7337

PEDIATRIC CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE

James Cappon Patient safety and quality Orange 714-509-8620 Jason Cook Crisis resource management, traumatic brain injury Orange 714-509-8620 Michele Domico Cardiac intensive care, extracorporeal life support Orange 714-509-8658 Gary Goodman Drowning prevention Orange 714-509-8620 Andrea Guardenier Orange 714-509-8620 Juliette Hunt Pediatric cardiac critical care medicine Orange 714-509-8658 Jason Knight Telemedicine Orange 714-509-8620 Patricia Liao International health, community outreach Orange 714-509-8620 Paul Lubinsky Orange 714-509-8620 Adam Schwarz Research trials Orange 714-509-8620

PEDIATRIC EMERGENCY MEDICINE

Seth L. Brindis Orange 714-543-8911

PEDIATRIC ENDOCRINOLOGY

Alan Cortez K Pediatric diabetes, transgender medicine, growth Tustin 888-988-2800 Mark Daniels Diabetes technology and pubertal disorders Orange 714-509-8634 Daina Dreimane Growth disorders in children Orange 714-509-8634 Nikta Forghani Diabetes, puberty, Turner syndrome, osteogenesis imperfecta Orange 714-509-8634 Himala Kashmiri, D.O. Thyroid cancer, ambiguous genitalia, growth Orange 714-509-8634 Christina Reh Type 1 diabetes, CFRD, transgender, Turner syndrome Orange 714-509-8634

PEDIATRIC GASTROENTEROLOGY

Phyllis F. Agran K School health, injury prevention Tustin 714-329-2180 Ashish Chogle Functional and motility related gastrointestinal disorders Orange 714-509-4099 Jeffrey Ho, D.O. Intestinal rehabilitation, hepatology, capsule endoscopy Orange 714-509-4099 Mitchell Katz Orange 714-509-4099

TOP DOCTORS | 2022 Anup Patel Eosinophilic esophagitis Orange 714-509-4099 Barry Steinmetz Inflammatory bowel disease and eosinophilic esophagitis Costa Mesa 949-646-6224

Delma Nieves Pertussis, pneumococcus Orange 714-509-8403 Jasjit Singh Infection prevention, vaccines, global health Orange 714-509-8403

PEDIATRIC HEMATOLOGY/ ONCOLOGY

PEDIATRIC NEPHROLOGY

Geetha Puthenveetil Hemoglobinopathies, vascular anomalies, hemostasis-thrombosis, gene therapy Orange 714-509-8459 Naveen Qureshi K Anaheim 714-644-4824 Amit Soni Hemostasis/thrombosis, bone marrow failure Orange 714-509-8459

PEDIATRIC HOSPITAL MEDICINE

Jennifer D. Linzmeyer, D.O. K Simulation and critical care transport Anaheim 714-644-2000 Laura Totaro Orange 714-509-8826

PEDIATRIC INFECTIOUS DISEASES

Felice Adler-Shohet Bone and joint infections, TB, recurrent fever Orange 714-509-8403 Antonio Arrieta Immunocompromised hosts and antifungals Orange 714-509-8403 Negar Ashouri Kawasaki disease, antimicrobial stewardship Orange 714-509-8403

Patricia Veiga Orange 714-509-8324

PEDIATRIC ONCOLOGY

Van Huynh Acute leukemia, immunotherapy, CAR T-cell therapy Orange 714-509-4348 Carol Lin Leukemia/lymphoma program, cancer survivorship program Orange 714-509-4348 Elyssa Rubin Sarcomas, neuroblastomas, other solid tumors Orange 714-509-4348 Lilibeth Torno Sarcoma, cancer survivorship, histiocytosis, ovarian/ testicular tumors Orange 714-509-4348

PEDIATRIC PULMONOLOGY

Susan Gage Bronchopulmonary dysplasia, cystic fibrosis, asthma Orange 714-509-8709 Amy Harrison Asthma, lung disease, prematurity, post-COVID Newport Beach 949-220-0510 Neal Nakra Pediatric sleep medicine Orange 714-509-7679

Pornchai Tirakitsoontorn Cystic fibrosis, asthma, bronchoscopy, chronic cough Orange 714-509-7679 Anchalee Yuengsrigul Asthma, chronic lung disease, cystic fibrosis Orange 714-509-8622

PEDIATRIC PULMONOLOGY AND SLEEP MEDICINE Chana Chin Orange 714-997-3000 John Saito Post-COVID Syndrome Fountain Valley 714-537-7718

PEDIATRIC RADIOLOGY

Azam Eghbal Orange 714-509-9160 Liliane Gibbs Pediatric teleradiology Anaheim 714-458-8992 W. Nathan Holmes Orange 714-509-9160

PEDIATRIC SPORTS MEDICINE Kelly F. Davis Orange 714-633-2111 Chris G. Koutures Anaheim Hills 714-974-2220

PEDIATRIC SURGERY

John German Pilonidal cysts Orange 714-361-4480 Maryam Gholizadeh Pediatric surgical oncology Orange 714-364-4050 David L. Gibbs Orange 714-364-4050 Mustafa Kabeer Pectus excavatum, hernia, neonatal Orange 714-364-4050

Vinh Lam Minimally invasive surgery, neonatal congenital anomalies Orange 714-361-4480 Peter Yu Minimally invasive, thoracic and fetal surgery Orange 714-364-4050

PEDIATRICS

Steven Abelowitz ADHD, development, anxiety, depression Newport Beach 949-759-1720 Behnoosh Afghani Infectious diseases, medical education, outreach Orange 714-509-2562 Sinda Althoen Santa Ana 714-288-3230 Katherine Andreeff Pediatric hospital medicine Orange 714-509-8826 Paulina J. Avendano Behavioral pediatrics San Clemente 949-429-7700 Yvonne Bach K Garden Grove 888-988-2800 Jennifer Birkhauser Well/sick care Huntington Beach 714-477-8001 Bette Carlson Newborns, nutrition, adolescents Costa Mesa 714-668-2525 Annie Carr K Anaheim 888-988-2800 Dayna Chin Pediatric hospital medicine Orange 714-509-8826 Melitza J. CobhamBrowne Adolescent health, medical education and mentorship Santa Ana 657-282-6355

Matthew K. Coulson Clinical informatics, immunizations Laguna Hills 949-448-0656 Angela S. Dangvu Breastfeeding support Tustin 714-565-7960 Nancy Daisy Dodd K Infectious disease Anaheim 888-988-2800 Afif El-Hasan K Asthma San Juan Capistrano 888-988-2800 Svetlana Gorodetski Pediatric hospital medicine Orange 714-509-8826 Jennifer Ho Pediatric hospital medicine Orange 714-509-8826 Lisa Hoang Mental health, early development, sleep, asthma Mission Viejo 949-242-6915 Irene Kan K Anaheim 888-988-2800 Daniel Kang Hospital, medical education Orange 714-456-5631 Renuka Kar Neonatal-perinatal, hospital medicine Orange 714-509-3096 Romit Kar Teaching Newport Beach 949-662-0152 Altaf Kazi K Community medicine, child maltreatment Tustin 714-430-2616 Quynh Kieu Child development, global health Fountain Valley 714-546-6575 Connie Lin K Dermatology, injury prevention Santa Ana 888-988-2800

Liberty Lowe K Lifestyle medicine San Juan Capistrano 949-234-2098 Jennifer Lusk Pediatric hospital medicine Orange 714-509-8826 Suzanne McNulty Sports medicine, mental health, learning disabilities Mission Viejo 949-206-0001 Elenea M. Medina K Santa Ana 888-988-2800 Anjali Monga Autism and adolescent pediatrics Irvine 949-733-2800 Penny R. Murata Medical education Santa Ana 657-282-6355 Maria Nguyen K Garden Grove 833-574-2273 Hanh-Uyen Nguyen-Tang Orange 714-509-8826 Leticia Oliveros Health disparities latino community, immunizations, obesity Anaheim 657-282-6356 Sarah O’Loughlin Preventive care, newborns, asthma Orange 714-628-3230 Lori Openshaw Newborn care, infant/child nutrition, lactation Laguna Hills 949-951-5437 Dilip Patel Growth and development of high-risk neonates Orange 714-509-8632 Sameer Pathare Pediatric hospital medicine Orange 714-509-8826 Georgie Pechulis Pediatric hospital medicine Orange 714-509-8826

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TOP DOCTORS | 2022 Harry Pellman Vaccinology, breastfeeding, nutrition, education Fountain Valley 714-509-4600 Myriam B. Perez K Perinatal medicine Anaheim 714-644-3303 Sharon T. Pham K Pediatric hospital medicine, physician advocacy Anaheim 714-644-2000 Zacharia Reda Pediatric pulmonary and critical care Newport Beach 949-644-0970 Varalakshmi Reddy Pediatric obesity Santa Ana 714-334-9355 Johanna RodriguezToledo Breastfeeding Mission Viejo 949-364-8700 Valerie Sheppard Newport Beach 949-644-0970 David Shinmei K La Habra 833-574-2273 Michelle Solomon K EHR, workflow, breastfeeding, food insecurity Garden Grove 714-741-3408 Barbara Stefanides K Chronic pain in pediatrics Mission Viejo 949-455-4327 Taylor Tran Newborn care Santa Ana 714-288-3230 Eric Troyan K Nutrition and asthma Mission Viejo 833-574-2273 Trung Tristan Truong Infants, children, adolescents Rancho Mission Viejo 949-542-7700 Patrick Van Winkle K Anaheim 888-988-2800

Roopa Viraraghavan K Infectious disease, tropical and travel medicine Anaheim 833-574-2273 Tommy Wang Medical education Orange 714-456-5631 Michael A. Weiss, D.O. Population health Orange 714-509-7030 Katherine Williamson Healthy active living Ladera Ranch 949-388-1798

PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION Eric Chang Pain management Orange 714-598-1745 Danielle Perret Karimi Pain medicine Irvine 949-824-7246

PLASTIC SURGERY

Michael A. Bain Aesthetic surgery, wound and hyperbaric medicine Newport Beach 949-720-0270 Semira Bayati Aesthetic surgery, noninvasive rejuvenation, laser specialist Newport Beach 949-756-0400 Gregory R.D. Evans Aesthetic surgery, cancer reconstruction Orange 714-456-5253 Jon M. Grazer Aesthetic surgery Newport Beach 949-644-1240 Sanjay Grover Aesthetic surgery of the face, body Newport Beach 949-759-9551 Daniel Jaffurs Pediatric plastic and craniofacial surgery Orange 714-456-5253 Michael K. Lee Mission Viejo 949-364-1010

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Michael McConnell Cosmetic and reconstructive surgery Fullerton 714-446-5180 Dong Jun (John) Park Aesthetic and oculoplastic surgery Newport Beach 949-777-6883 Keyian Paydar Aesthetic surgery, breast, body, face, neck Newport Beach 949-755-0575 Nirav Savalia Aesthetic and reconstructive surgery Newport Beach 949-759-0980 Hisham Seify Cosmetic surgery Newport Beach 949-251-1502 Michael Sundine Face-lift, rhinoplasty, cosmetic surgery Newport Beach 949-706-3100 Robert E. Tuchler K Irvine 949-932-5105 Raj Vyas Facial aesthetic and reconstructive surgery Orange 714-456-5282 Robert M. Wald, Jr. Cosmetic surgery Fullerton 714-738-4282 Garrett Wirth Aesthetic cosmetic surgery Newport Beach 949-706-9988

PSYCHIATRY

Gustavo Alva Neuropsychiatry, Alzheimer’s disease, major depressive disorders Costa Mesa 833-487-2582 Rimal Bera Adult psychiatry Orange 714-456-6898 Barton J. Blinder Child psychiatry, eating disorders, psychoanalysis and neuroscience advances Newport Beach 949-640-4440

Weiming (David) Chu Child and adolescent psychiatry Santa Ana 714-543-5609 Neel Doshi, D.O. K Child and adolescent psychiatry Santa Ana 714-644-6480 Reza Farokhpay Young adult psychosis and bipolar Orange 714-456-7304 Anju Hurria Child/adolescent psychiatry, wellness, and autism Orange 714-456-5902 Aaron Kheriaty Medical ethics Orange 714-456-5902 Nishant Kumar, D.O. K Addiction psychiatry and addiction medicine Laguna Hills 714-644-6480 Mahnaz Pezeshpour K Treating adults, children, adolescents with ADHD Santa Ana 714-644-6480 Adrian Preda Orange 714-456-8688 David Safani Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, anxiety, pediatrics Orange 714-456-5902 Pranav Shah K Wellness, mindfulness, chronic pain Santa Ana 714-644-6480 Felicia Wong K Emergency and consultation-liaison psychiatry Irvine 833-574-2273

PULMONARY DISEASE

Devang Savani Pulmonary, sleep, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary fibrosis Placentia 714-577-9500

PULMONARY DISEASE AND CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE

Jooby Babu Santa Ana 714-836-6800 Joseph L. Chan K Anaheim 714-644-2156 George M. Girgis Sleep medicine Tustin 714-772-8282 Robert Goldberg Asthma Mission Viejo 949-364-3330 Usman Shah Sepsis clinical research, post-critical care recovery Newport Beach 949-764-6876 Andy Tran Pulmonary hypertension Fullerton 714-992-3000 x3226 Bassam Yaghmour Pulmonary hypertension and right heart failure Orange 714-456-7720

PULMONARY DISEASE, CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE, SLEEP MEDICINE

Rahul M. Kale Sleep disorders San Juan Capistrano 949-443-4303

RADIATION ONCOLOGY

Allen M. Chen Orange 714-456-8074

REPRODUCTIVE ENDOCRINOLOGY AND INFERTILITY

Jane Frederick Assisted reproductive technologies Newport Beach 949-287-5600 Mark Kan IVF Newport Beach 949-222-1290

Daniel Potter Pre-implantation genetic testing, gender selection Newport Beach 949-287-5600 Marcus Rosencrantz Infertility, IVF, egg freezing Laguna Hills 949-516-0606

RHEUMATOLOGY

Sheetal B. Desai Lupus, APS, scleroderma, myositis Orange 714-880-7812 Alan R. Schenk Musculoskeletal ultrasound, osteoporosis/DEXA Laguna Hills 949-238-4100

SURGERY

Hector Arroyo K Laparoscopic inguinal hernia surgery Anaheim 714-644-3340 Saeed-Ur-Rehman Awan Pediatric surgery, neonatal surgery, hepatobiliary, hernias Orange 714-364-4050 Steven Beanes Hernia repair Newport Beach 949-791-6767 Michele Carpenter Breast cancer surgery Orange 714-565-0166 Shaun Daly Gastroesophageal reflux disease, bariatric surgery Orange 714-456-8598 Hang Dang, D.O. Breast surgical oncology Newport Beach 949-763-2204 Nora Evans Colon and rectal surgery, breast surgery Laguna Hills 949-457-7900 Lisa E. Guerra Breast surgical oncology Newport Beach 949-272-2095

TOP DOCTORS | 2022 Todd S. Harris Hernia surgery, fibroid surgery, endovascular surgery Newport Beach 949-221-0136 Marcelo Hinojosa Bariatrics, gastroesophageal surgery, hernia surgery, robotics Orange 714-456-6262 Michael Hurwitz Robotic/laparoscopic surgery Newport Beach 949-791 6767 David Imagawa Pancreas, liver, bile duct, gallbladder cancers Orange 714-456-3884 Sadia Khan, D.O. Breast surgical oncology Newport Beach 949-764-8281 Karen T. Lane Breast surgery Orange 714-456-8505 Erin Lin Breast surgery Orange 714-456-8000 Anne Luhan Venous and lymphatic medicine Mission Viejo 949-388-4800 Jeffry Nahmias Acute care surgery, high-value care Orange 714-456-5890 Ninh T. Nguyen Bariatric surgery, GI surgery Orange 888-717-4463 Mohd Raashid Sheikh Hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery Newport Beach 949-764-6665 Brian R. Smith Reflux, gastrointestinal cancers, bariatric surgery, hernias Orange 714-456-8160 Lincoln Snyder Breast surgery Newport Beach 949-791-6767

William Wallace Advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery Laguna Hills 949-457-7900 Aaron P. Wilcox K Abdominal wall reconstruction, parathyroid surgery Irvine 888-988-2800 Jason Wong Robotic surgery Laguna Hills 949-457-7913 Nader Yamin K Advanced laparoscopy Irvine 888-988-2800 Kambiz Zainabadi K Minimally invasive surgery Irvine 888-988-2800

SURGERY, CARDIAC

Anthony Caffarelli Adult cardiac surgery Newport Beach 949-650-3350

SURGERY, COLON AND RECTAL

Joseph C. Carmichael Orange 714-456-8511 Anita Gregory Colorectal cancer, cancer genetics, robotic surgery Orange 714-835-8300 Bryan D. Loh K Anaheim 714-644-3341 Steven D. Mills Orange 714-456-8511 Michael J. Stamos Rectal cancer, minimally invasive surgery Orange 714-456-5456

SURGERY, NEUROLOGICAL

Lars Anker Orange 714-450-6880 Jefferson W. Chen Neurotrauma Orange 714-456-6966

Sooho Choi K Anaheim 888-988-2800 Christopher Duma Brain tumors Newport Beach 949-642-6787 Kiarash Golshani Endovascular, neurointerventional radiology Orange 714-456-6966 Hector Ho Brain tumors, spinal disorders, cerebrovascular Fullerton 714-734-3120 Frank P.K. Hsu Skull base, cerebrovascular Orange 714-456-6966 Robert Jackson Cervical spine surgery Laguna Hills 949-588-5800 Keun-young (Anthony) Kim Complex spine and deformity Mission Viejo 949-388-3800 Mark E. Linskey Brain tumor, skull base, trigeminal neuralgia Orange 714-456-6966 Robert Louis Minimally invasive brain tumor surgery Newport Beach 949-383-4185 Farzad Massoudi Brain and spine Laguna Hills 949-588-5800 Michael G. Muhonen Pediatric neurological surgery Orange 714-509-7070 Bradley Noblett Brain tumors, complex spine Fullerton 714-734-3120 Burak Ozgur Minimally invasive spine surgery Irvine 949-383-4190

Vikas Rao Brain, spine, cerebrovascular and endovascular neurosurgery Mission Viejo 949-388-7190 Alexander Taghva Cervical artificial disc, spinal cord stimulation Mission Viejo 949-388-7190 Sumeet Vadera Epilepsy surgery Orange 714-456-6966 Daniel Yanni Minimally invasive and complex spine surgery Newport Beach 949-515-0051

SURGERY, ORTHOPEDIC

Kent R. Adamson Mission Viejo 949-348-4000 David Ashkenaze Minimally invasive spine surgery Laguna Beach 949-499-8226 Steven Barnett Adult reconstruction Irvine 714-634-4567 Nitin Bhatia Spine surgery Orange 949-515-5210 Donald E. Bittner Ortho hand surgery Fullerton 714-732-7767 Michael Burdi Spine surgery Mission Viejo 949-348-4000 K. Lauchlan Chambers Sports medicine, shoulder surgery Fountain Valley 714-850-7300 Rick P. Csintalan K Knee, sports medicine Irvine 888-988-2800 Brent R. Davis K Sports medicine Irvine 888-988-2800 Emil Dionysian K Hand surgery Anaheim 714-644-2327

David Downs Sports medicine, joint replacement Fullerton 714-879-0050 Daniel Duggan, D.O. Sports medicine Mission Viejo 949-393-3193 Mark Elzik Hand surgery Mission Viejo 949-364-2154 Payam Farjoodi Minimally invasive spine surgery Fountain Valley 714-850-7300 Tad Funahashi K Sports medicine Irvine 833-574-2273 Michael Gillman Patient-specific orthopedics Orange 714-598-1745 Scott Graham Sports, arthroscopic surgery Laguna Woods 949-586-3200 Bradley Greenbaum Sports medicine Irvine 949-451-1454 Robert C. Grumet Sports medicine Orange 714-634-4567 Ranjan Gupta Shoulder surgery Orange 714-456-7012 Andrew R. Hsu Foot and ankle surgery Orange 714-456-1699 Nimish Kadakia Sports medicine Irvine 949-586-3200 Jonathan Kaplan Foot and ankle surgery Orange 714-634-4567 Kiarash (Kevin) Khajavi Knee and shoulder surgery Fullerton 714-626-8642 Zafar Khan Spine surgery Fountain Valley 714-850-7300

Abraham D. Kim Hip and knee replacement Laguna Woods 949-586-3200 Arthur T. Lee K Hand surgery Irvine 949-932-5140 Eric W. Lee Knee/shoulder, sports, PRP, stem cells Orange 714-538-8549 Yu-Po Lee Spine surgery Orange 714-456-7012 Michael Marandola Orthopedic sports medicine, joint reconstruction/replacement Mission Viejo 949-348-4000 Mohamed E. Moussa K Total joint replacement Irvine 888-988-2800 Samuel Park Hip and knee replacements Mission Viejo 949-364-2154 Brett Peterson K Hand and microvascular surgery, orthopedic trauma Irvine 949-932-5000 Gregory Rafijah Hand Orange 714-456-1699 Jason Richards K Anaheim 714-644-2368 Nicholas E. Rose Hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder surgery Newport Beach 949-759-3600 John Schlechter, D.O. Pediatric sports medicine Orange 714-633-2111 John Scolaro Orthopedic trauma Orange 714-456-7012 Stewart Shanfield Fullerton 714-626-8030

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TOP DOCTORS | 2022 David So Hip and knee replacement Orange 714-456-7012 Roger Sohn Shoulder reconstructive and arthroscopic surgery San Juan Capistrano 949-691-3131 Shahram Shawn Solhpour Shoulder and knee surgery, cartilage preservation Fullerton 714-626-8630 Stephen Tocci Foot and ankle surgery Mission Viejo 949-348-4000 Edward Yian K Orthopedic shoulder surgery Anaheim 714-644-7111

SURGERY, ORTHOPEDIC - HAND Ying Chi Hand and microsurgery Fountain Valley 714-434-3518

SURGERY, THORACIC

John Maurice Thoracic oncology, minimally invasive/ robotic surgery Orange 714-835-1800 Daryl P. Pearlstein Robotic thoracic surgery Newport Beach 949-764-6166 Ledford Powell Lung cancer and chest wall reconstruction Laguna Hills 949-716-2400

SURGERY, THORACIC AND CARDIAC

Richard Gates Pediatric cardiac surgery Orange 714-509-4641 Joanne Starr Congenital and pediatric cardiothoracic surgery Orange 714-509-4641

SURGERY, VASCULAR

Jeffrey L. Ballard TOS, aortic aneurysms, carotid artery disease Orange 714-532-0793 D. Daniel Dearing Carotid, arterial, venous, aneurysms, dialysis, trauma Laguna Hills 949-457-7900 Carlos Donayre Aortic surgery and related diseases Orange 714-456-5453 Roy M. Fujitani Aneurysms, peripheral arterial disease, surgical education Orange 714-456-5453 Nii-Kabu Kabutey Endovascular management of abdominal aortic aneurysms Orange 714-456-5453 Isabella J. Kuo Orange 714-456-5453 Russell Montgomery Aneurysm surgery, carotid surgery, peripheral vascular disease Orange 714-532-0793 Steven P. Posner Minimally invasive vascular and endovascular surgery Orange 714-532-0793 Wang Teng Complex aortic aneurysm and carotid disease Laguna Hills 949-457-7900

SURGICAL ONCOLOGY Maki Yamamoto Orange 714-456-8000

TRANSFUSION MEDICINE

Minh-Ha Tran, D.O. Orange 714-456-8925

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UROLOGY

Kai-wen Chuang Pediatric urology Orange 714-509-3914 Ralph V. Clayman Kidney and ureteral stone disease Orange 714-456-6849 Joel Gelman Penile and urethral reconstructive surgery Orange 714-456-2951 Gamal Ghoniem Female pelvic medicine and reconstruction surgery Orange 888-268-1108 Mark L. Jordan Orange 714-456-6717 Jaime Landman Minimally invasive kidney stone and cancer management Orange 714-456-3330 Ross M. Moskowitz Orange 714-456-7005 M. Leon Seard, II Orange 714-456-5371 Karan J. Singh Vasectomies, UroLift, greenlight laser, incontinence, Botox Mission Viejo 949-855-1101 Aaron Spitz Male reproductive and sexual medicine Laguna Hills 949-855-1101 Neyssan Tebyani Robotic surgery, incontinence, kidney stones, prostate Laguna Hills 949-855-1101 Edward Uchio Urologic oncology Orange 714-456-6896 Elias Wehbi Pediatric urology Orange 714-509-3914 Faysal A. Yafi Men’s health Newport Beach 714-456-5378

To be selected for the 2022 Physicians of Excellence, applicants were required to meet the following baseline criteria:  Be certified by a member board of the American Board of Medical Specialties, a member board of the American Board of Osteopathic Medical Specialties, or an equivalency board recognized by the Medical Board of California or Osteopathic Medical Board of California  Be in good standing with Medical Board of California or Osteopathic Medical Board of California

 Maintain primary practice in O.C. for the past five years (post-residency, fellowship training)

 Be in practice within specialty field for the past five years (post-residency, fellowship training)

Applicants were required to meet at least two of these four criteria, as determined by the Selection Committee. Discretion was used.

Physician Leadership

 Recent (within past three years) positions as an elected or appointed member of a medical organization. Excludes full-time paid administrative positions, though a paid position as a medical director is acceptable.  Recent (within past three years) elected/appointed positions as a member of a peer-review organization/journal.

Teaching/Mentoring/Medical Research/Scientific Advances

 Recent (within past three years, with at least one in past year) medical school or university faculty appointment and/or involvement in teaching of other physicians, medical students, and pre-med students, or other health care professionals on an ongoing basis.  Delivering medical education (within past three years, with at least one in past year)  Currently (within three years) active in peer-reviewed clinical research activities, have unique skills within field of nomination. Pharmaceutical clinical trials do not qualify.

Humanitarian Service

Current (within past three years, with at least one in past year) activities and names of affiliated organizations while serving as a volunteer physician outside applicant’s regular practice, not receiving compensation, or philanthropic activities supporting medicine. This does not include providing care as part of applicant’s regular practice for which applicant was not compensated.

Unique Contributions and Community Service

 Current (within one year) significant community leadership positions such as PTA president, district school board member, youth coach, scout leader, etc.  Community service outside medicine, or other unique contributions

Orange County Medical Association Board of Directors, 2021-22 Christopher Celio, M.D., president Vijay Dhar, M.D., president-elect William O. Woo, M.D., secretary-treasurer Jason Cord, M.D., immediate past president Eric H. Ball, M.D. Nikan Khatibi, D.O. Atashi Mandal, M.D. Shalini Shah, M.D. Alpesh Amin, M.D., UC Irvine Connie Bartlett, D.O., St. Joseph Heritage Medical Group

Amber Burnette, M.D., Southern California Permanente Medical Group Crispina Chong-Han, M.D., Southern California Permanente Medical Group Anjalee Galion, M.D., CHOC Pediatric Subspecialty Faculty Angelia Sidarta, D.O, St. Joseph Heritage Medical Group Kerrie Buehler, medical student co-representative Christopher Sahagian, medical student co-representative

Physicians of Excellence Selection Committee

Members of the OCMA Board of Directors and the Physicians of Excellence Selection Committee are not eligible to be selected as a Physician of Excellence.

William Woo, M.D., chair, physician recognition committee; OCMA secretary-treasurer; assistant chief of Family Medicine, Kaiser Permanente Orange County; volunteer clinical professor, Department of Family Medicine, UC Irvine; past president, California Academy of Family Physicians Orange County Chapter Whitney Ayers, MPA, regional vice president, Hospital Association of Southern California Katie Cawelti, Director of operations at Curt Pringle & Associates, chair and executive committee member of the Advisory Board for the Orange County Salvation Army, advisory council member for the Salvation Army Anaheim Adult Rehabilitation Center., past president of the Orange Chamber of Commerce Board, past committee chair and executive committee member for the Orange County Forum, 2020 Greater Irvine Chamber of Commerce 40 under 40 honoree Jason Cord, M.D., OCMA past president and physician recognition committee member; regional chair breast imaging, SCPMG; chief of radiology and interventional radiology, Orange County radiology, SCPMG; government relations lead, Orange County, SCPMG Vivien Chan, M.D., DFAPA, DFAACAP; chief of psychiatry and mental health services,, student health center, UCI; clinical professor, department of psychiatry and human behavior, UCI Health; medical director, Virtual Care Collaborative UC Office of the President Health sponsored by UC San Diego Health;

American Academy of child and adolescent psychiatry, co-chair transitional age youth college student mental health committee Orange County Psychiatric Society Child & Adolescent Psychiatry committee chair Dona Constantine, R.N., B.S., senior risk management and patient safety specialist, Cooperative of American Physicians Inc. Nicholas J. Dolle, CFP associate vice president, financial advisor, Morgan Stanley Wealth Management Katrina Foley, Orange County Supervisor for the Second District; Orange County Behavioral and Mental Health Advisory Board. Lawyer and former mayor of Costa Mesa Richard S. Frankenstein, M.D., past president, California Medical Association; past president OCMA; master of the American College of Physicians Darla S. Holland, M.D., past president OCMA; delegate, CMA house of delegates, vice chair CMA Council on medical services, partner emeritus, SCPMG Tom Loats, MSW, MPA, director, behavioral health services, St. Joseph Hospital (retired) Neha Savalia, M.D. – internal medicine physician; St. Jude Heritage Medical Group Joanna Tan, M.D., past president, OCMA; board of trustees, California Medical Association; physician site medical director, St. Jude Heritage Medical Group; chair, physician wellness, Providence St. Joseph OCHD Jay Zubrin, M.D., past president, OCMA James Peterson, executive director, OCMA

TOP DENTISTS OF ORANGE COUNTY 2022

ENDODONTICS Richard Angell III Newport Beach 949-640-0020 David C. Beachler Orange 714-637-0976 Daniel J. Boehne Dana Point 949-441-5965 John Buoncristiani Corona del Mar 949-763-3004 Robert J. Cavalieri Newport Beach 949-644-0595 William Y. Chen Fullerton 714-738-6651 Jason Cho Irvine 949-377-0299 Janice Chou Newport Beach 949-706-5080 Denny Y. Fang Irvine 949-751-2089 Fariborz Farsio Huntington Beach 714-847-3513 Daniel Fife Mission Viejo 949-273-5505 Patrick Garrett Garden Grove 714-799-2888 Sam R. Gharib Irvine 949-857-3636

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Joseph H. Greiner Anaheim 714-774-8360 Bruce R. Harkins Newport Beach 949-721-4007 Rodney D. Ida Tustin 714-547-8494 Lee R. Ingersoll Santa Ana 714-569-1128

Samuel H. Ip Rancho Santa Margarita 949-589-4819 Reza Izadi Lake Forest 949-305-0202 Lars Björn Jönsson Laguna Hills 949-581-8890 Arshia Kasravi Irvine 949-748-7374 John Lies Garden Grove 714-799-2888 Sharon Lu Fountain Valley 714-962-3636 Saman Malkami Fullerton 714-871-8422 Chetan K. Mehta Tustin 714-838-1238 Jacob S. Otis Newport Beach 949-644-0595 Jeffrey R. Pene Newport Beach 949-644-0595 Reid Pullen Brea 714-529-9029 Wyatt D. Simons San Clemente 949-498-2115 Douglas Szeto Lake Forest 949-305-0202 Richard C. Wittenauer Newport Beach 949-729-2200

GENERAL DENTISTRY A. Sami Abdelmalek Irvine 949-453-9800 Kareem Abraham Santa Ana 657-845-8890

Farzin Allameh Newport Coast 949-706-1711 Audrey Andrade Garden Grove 714-893-7571 Michael Ayzin Costa Mesa 949-239-0020 Carly Barrett Garden Grove 714-893-7571 Susan A. Bollinger Newport Beach 949-759-7007 Brett Brazeal Corona del Mar 949-673-6443 George Brazeal Corona del Mar 949-673-6443 Keith W. Cowhey Seal Beach 562-431-2929 Vanessa Cruz Mission Viejo 949-458-2088 William R. Dapper San Clemente 949-492-1984 Nicholas C. Davis Newport Beach 949-644-9211 Dimple Desai Newport Beach 949-647-4227 Jennifer Eli Lake Forest 949-916-9670 Jeff Flores Mission Viejo 949-682-7378 Kimberly Johnson Genc Newport Beach 949-640-0300 Dimitri (Jim) Grammas Orange 714-283-9188 Brian Green Newport Beach 949-706-0777 Manreet P. Grewal Costa Mesa 714-545-0429

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TOP DENTISTS | 2022 Naz Haque Tustin 714-505-0123

Jack Ringer Anaheim 714-974-0313

Chris Hatae Fullerton 714-870-0356

Jeffrey C. Robertson Irvine 714-838-7272

Leland S. Hong Fullerton 714-525-8344 Kelli Junker Newport Beach 949-640-2970 Joyce Kahng Costa Mesa 949-642-0608 Alex Kalmanovich Laguna Beach 949-393-8005 Tahir Khan Huntington Beach 714-369-5267 Roy Kim Foothill Ranch 949-830-2003 Brian A. Lassiter Orange 714-997-2735 Ursula Levine Irvine 949-727-9600 Jenny Liang Mission Viejo 949-379-8095 George Maddox Newport Beach 949-548-5029 Marcos Magar Huntington Beach 714-968-4907 Shery Mansouri Irvine 949-748-7373 Mark Nguyen Costa Mesa 714-422-0596 Kaveh Niknia Newport Beach 949-650-6111 Joseph Passamano Irvine 949-572-7708 Bennie V. Pham Fountain Valley 714-965-5255

Dana Rockey Newport Beach 949-642-4632 Jeffrey C. Sanacore Costa Mesa 714-825-0025 Eugene J. Schmidt Fountain Valley 714-963-8934 Cherilyn G. Sheets Newport Beach 949-760-6288 Ronald Shimoide Anaheim 714-635-8653 Peter T. Smrecek Jr. Newport Beach 949-303-1309 Andrew W. Spath Corona del Mar 949-528-4895 Max Swancutt Newport Beach 949-646-1120 Gregory Telson Tustin 714-544-2000 Kenneth Tjon Laguna Niguel 949-831-1402 Quan Tran Irvine 949-559-1814 J. Foster Weems Newport Beach 949-642-7998 Alison Wight Lake Forest 949-770-2077 Michael Yang Tustin 714-547-9194 Sean H. Yu Irvine 949-552-5500

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Vivian Jui Irvine 949-727-4633

ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY Junil Ahn Aliso Viejo 949-619-8673 Simona C. Arcan Huntington Beach 714-897-3543 Eric Baker Dana Point 949-979-6309 Edward Balasanian Mission Viejo 949-586-7000 Tim Betita Dana Point 949-979-6309 Austin Burnett Costa Mesa 714-422-0596 Jeffrey M. Caputo Mission Viejo 949-586-7000 Adam T. Clark Aliso Viejo 949-202-4420 David R. Cummings Mission Viejo 949-586-7000 Farzin Farshidi Tustin 714-838-4141 Sharo Fatehi Laguna Niguel 949-472-3737 Bao-Thy N. Grant Orange 714-771-7677 Hassan Michael Haidar Irvine 949-424-5137 David Hochwald Huntington Beach 714-766-6560 Austin D. Hoover Santa Ana 714-835-8873 Daniel Hsu Irvine 949-679-3470

Eric Kim Irvine 949-453-9797 Ryan Kriwanek Newport Beach 949-760-1661 Young H. Lee Los Alamitos 562-598-8604 Richard A. Mandel Santa Ana 714-835-8873 Michael W. Marshall Huntington Beach 714-766-6560 Thomas Michaelis Newport Beach 949-760-1661 Steven A. Miyamoto Fullerton 714-525-1178 Jeffrey Nguyen Irvine 949-679-3470 William F. Owen III Orange 714-744-8080 Sanford L. Ratner Santa Ana 714-835-7771 Nader K. Salib Mission Viejo 949-364-0250 Beau McKenzie Soares Anaheim 714-974-5906 Jason Straw Irvine 949-727-7000 David R. Telles Huntington Beach 714-766-6560 Craig C. Thiede Tustin 714-519-2801 Lisa N. Tran Santa Ana 714-835-7771 Suzin Um Foothill Ranch 949-203-3177

L. Stephen Vaughan Foothill Ranch 949-297-8880 Robert T. Wheeler Lake Forest 949-859-3822 Monty C. Wilson Santa Ana 714-835-7771 Randolph S. Young Yorba Linda 714-961-0907

ORTHODONTICS Dean Azzeh Huntington Beach 714-975-9368 Hal Barkate Newport Beach 949-722-9010 Douglas D. Baum Tustin 714-544-8030 James D. Bryan Mission Viejo 949-364-6633 Chi H. Bui Fountain Valley 714-962-8880 Christopher Chau Brea 714-255-8338 Debra Cook Rancho Santa Margarita 949-589-7820 John DiGiovanni Newport Beach 949-640-0202 Glenn P. Frial Laguna Niguel 949-276-2105 Bahar C. Ghafouri Irvine 949-786-7800 Andrew T. Harner Huntington Beach 714-842-9933 Cynthia Huang San Juan Capistrano 949-661-3380 Sage M. Humphries Orange 714-997-5961

Jared Jacobsen Anaheim Hills 714-637-6700 Hedi Kermani Newport Beach 949-640-5050 Enoch Kim Irvine 949-472-9155 Samuel S. Lee Irvine 949-262-9567 Yvonne Lee Irvine 949-786-0800 Brian Luong Santa Ana 657-231-4104 Michael S. Lyons Placentia 714-993-3500 Matthew MacGinnis Fullerton 714-253-5333 Nooshin Majd Fullerton 714-871-8445 Lauren Manfred Fountain Valley 714-963-8931 Evelyn Y. Maruko Anaheim Hills 714-685-3890 Jennifer Messenger Huntington Beach 714-500-7147 Shawn L. Miller Orange 714-639-1061 Howard M. Nakamura Trabuco Canyon 949-858-4626 Douglas Nguyen Westminster 714-839-9800 Philip Matthew Nisco Fountain Valley 714-979-1400 Shannon Hilgers Nissen Mission Viejo 949-830-4101

TOP DENTISTS | 2022 Vicki E. Okamoto Costa Mesa 714-546-5170

Anna Chand Irvine 949-786-0800

Mary Regina Pham Placentia 714-528-8252

Rebecca Hart Tustin 714-544-2220

Mark J. Redd Laguna Woods 949-581-6641

Mark A. George Orange 714-953-1000

Taylor M. Olsen San Juan Capistrano 949-542-7799

Eduardo Correa Orange 714-538-5582

Geraldine Ruiz Orange 714-497-2747

Robert C. Hirst Mission Viejo 949-482-6089

Peter A. Russo Huntington Beach 714-842-2515

David L. Guichet Orange 714-771-7555

James Passamano Irvine 949-552-5542

Nasem M. Dunlop Foothill Ranch 949-668-0686

Brian J. Saunders Yorba Linda 714-996-2200

Patrick L. Huston Tustin 714-730-7877

Ajay B. Setya Mission Viejo 949-482-6089

Gregory Guichet Orange 714-771-7555

Robert Passamano Irvine 949-552-5542

Bozhena Fisher Newport Beach 949-640-0501

Amit A. Shah Huntington Beach 714-698-9950

Kian Kar Mission Viejo 949-899-6316

Stephen Shepherd Tustin 714-544-2220

David Chinh Pham Westminster 714-775-2227

John A. Guijon Huntington Beach 714-847-2566

Eddie Surger Newport Beach 949-640-0501

Luis Kim Newport Beach 949-644-0680

Nelson T. Yen Fullerton 714-441-0436

Daniel Kantarovich Orange 714-953-1000 ext. 2

Patrice Punim Huntington Beach 714-842-4148

Geoffrey Hersch Newport Beach 949-644-0611

Maggie Trinh Irvine 949-653-2828

John S. Yun Anaheim 714-502-6990

Mark Rashidi Mission Viejo 949-770-8011

Brian Hong Fullerton 714-992-5437

Mandi Lynn Wilson San Juan Capistrano 949-661-3380

Kevin K. Lee Rancho Santa Margarita 949-589-1150

Thomas P. Rose Fountain Valley 714-964-0021

Phyllis K. Kawada La Habra 562-690-3750

Shaul Yehezkel Irvine 949-559-0674

Simon Shung Irvine 949-264-3314

Clara Lee Irvine 949-786-0800

Noland D. Soo Huntington Beach 714-842-7775

Dora Lee Los Alamitos 562-280-7289

Heidi Starnes Newport Beach 949-720-8145

Jacob Lee San Clemente 949-361-2838

Mario Tai Irvine 949-892-6888

Kathleen S. Lim Tustin 714-838-9120

Richard Ting Rancho Santa Margarita 949-459-2882

Christian C. Lopez Newport Beach 949-777-5902

Sophia Updike Irvine 949-870-9713 Steven R. Wynn Newport Beach 949-642-2626 Jim Zahrowski Tustin 714-544-5345

Oariona Lowe Huntington Beach 714-841-2319 Laura McCormack Irvine 949-252-9950 Jeanne Nguyen Rancho Santa Margarita 949-858-5150 David H. Okawachi Anaheim 714-635-1170

PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY Leslie Butler Fullerton 714-680-9500

Lydia E. Park Huntington Beach 714-841-4990

PERIODONTICS Akemi Arzouman Orange 714-744-9100 Michael J. Arzouman Orange 714-744-9100 Vanessa Bikhazi Newport Beach 949-229-7744 Steven J. Bounds Irvine 949-857-1053 Justin Braga Huntington Beach 714-587-9094 Nicholas Caplanis Mission Viejo 949-899-6316 John U. Choi Fullerton 714-449-8650 Donald S. Clem III Fullerton 714-441-0436 Mickel Gerges San Juan Capistrano 949-240-2030

Iman Madi Mission Viejo 949-899-6316 Jeffrey J. McCullough Los Alamitos 714-484-8700 Marlene A. Miller Tustin 714-544-5337 Richard K. Parris Orange 714-673-1600

PROSTHODONTICS Stephen G. Alfano Newport Beach 949-673-7820 David W. Eggleston Newport Beach 949-640-5680 Antoanela Garbacea Laguna Hills 949-951-7988

Nelson Lowe Santa Ana 714-550-7474 Gianmarco O’Brien Orange 714-953-1000 Kent T. Ochiai Tustin 714-542-9606 Jacinthe M. Paquette Newport Beach 949-760-6288 Robert L. Simon Fullerton 714-525-5200 Peter S. Wöhrle Newport Beach 949-720-8072

To help you find top dental professionals, Orange Coast used a professional marketing company, PRS, to identify the Top Dentists in Orange County. It surveyed practitioners in general and pediatric, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics, and endodontics, asking them to reveal the best dental professionals in this area. These Top Dentists have been scrutinized for the legitimacy of their licenses as well as their status with the Dental Board of California. The professionals listed herein were selected by their peers in a survey conducted by Professional Research Services Company of Troy, Michigan.

Professionals may be screened and selected through the verification of licensing and review of any infractions through various applicable boards, agencies, and rating services. For further information, visit prscom.com or email PRS at spinkhasova@hour-media.com.

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Hoag congratulates the 2022 Physicians of Excellence who provide exceptional care to our patients and the community.

Aaron Spitz, M.D.

Candace Howe, M.D.

Donald Abrahm, M.D.

Humberto Wong M.D.

Abhay Parikh, M.D.

Carla Wells, M.D.

Elaine King, M.D.

J. Andrew Keyoung, M.D.

Adam Djurdjulov, M.D.

Charles W.G. Eifrig, M.D.

Eric Alcouloumre, M.D.

J. Sebag, M.D.

Adam Schwarz, M.D.

Christina Reh, M.D.

Erin McHale, M.D.

Jack Shohet, M.D.

Ahmed Elrefaie, M.D.

Christina Schwindt, M.D.

Ewa Kontny, M.D.

Jagmeet Mundi, M.D.

Alexander Taghva, M.D.

Christine Bixby, MD

Felice Gersh, M.D.

James A. Kim, M.D.

Alexis D. Furze, M.D.

Christopher Duma, M.D.

Felizardo Camilon, Jr., M.D.

James Cappon, M.D.

Amy Harrison, M.D.

Christopher Thompson, M.D.

Frank P. Hsu, M.D.

James Kurtzman, M.D.

Fred Galluccio, M.D.

Jane Curtis, M.D.

Garrett Wirth, M.D.

Jane Frederick, M.D.

Gary Goodman, M.D.

January Lopez, M.D.

Gira S. Morchi, M.D.

Jared Younger, M.D.

Gregory R.D. Evans, M.D.

Jason Cook, M.D.

Gustavo Alva, M.D.

Jason Knight, M.D.

Hang Dang, D.O.

Jeffrey Ho, D.O.

Hany Bashandy, M.D.

Jeffrey Joseph, M.D.

Hardeep Singh, M.D.

Jennifer Birkhauser, M.D.

Haresh S. Jhangiani, M.D.

Joel Katz, M.D.

Harry Pellman, M.D.

Joey Gee, D.O.

Heather Macdonald, M.D.

Johanna Rodriguez-Toledo, M.D.

Amy Teresi, M.D. Andrea Guardenier, M.D. Anjali Monga, M.D. Anjan S. Batra, M.D. Anne Marie McNeill, M.D. Anthony Caffarelli, M.D. Ashley Balaker, M.D. Bette Carlson, M.D. Bhavini Jaiswal, M.D. Bradley Greenbaum, M.D. Brian Kolski, M.D. Brian Paik, M.D. Burak Ozgur, M.D.

Daina Dreimane, M.D. Daniel Potter, M.D. Daniel Yanni, M.D. Daniela A. Bota, M.D. Darrin Fryer, M.D. Daryl P. Pearlstein, M.D. Daryoush Bassiri, MD David Chia, M.D. David Cipolla, M.D. David Hicks, MD David Liao, M.D. Desmond McGuire, M.D. Dipti Itchhaporia, M.D.

Himala Kashmiri, D.O.

John Cleary, MD

John Hwang, M.D.

Michael Gray, M.D.

Peter Yu, M.D.

Steven Abelowitz, M.D.

John Maurice, M.D.

Michael Hurwitz, M.D.

Philip T. Chen, M.D.

Steven Barnett, M.D.

John V. Brown, M.D.

Michael Jung, M.D.

Phuong Nguyen, M.D.

Steven Beanes, M.D.

Jon M. Grazer, M.D.

Michael K. Lee, M.D.

Pierangelo Renella, M.D.

Steven Daines, M.D.

Jorge Castellanos, M.D.

Michael Krychman, M.D.

Sudeep Kukreja, MD

Juliette Hunt, M.D.

Michael Panutich, M.D.

Pornchai Tirakitsoontorn, M.D.

Karan J. Singh, M.D.

Michael Sundine, M.D.

Karen Don, M.D.

Michele Domico, M.D.

Karin Reed, M.D.

Michelle Aszterbaum, M.D.

Katherine Williamson, M.D.

Miles Chang, M.D.

Ken L. Williams, Jr., D.O.

Mohd Raashid Sheikh, M.D.

Keyian Paydar, M.D.

Monica Aszterbaum, M.D.

Rebecca Conrad Dominguez, M.D.

Khosrow Mahdavi, M.D.

Monica N. Sondhi, M.D.

Renuka Kar, M.D.

Tsengting John Hsieh, M.D.

Kiarash Golshani, M.D.

Morris Ahdoot, M.D.

Richard Haskell, M.D.

Tuan Ta, M.D.

Kristin Smith, M.D.

Nafiz Kiciman, M.D.

Robert F. Kopel, M.D.

Usman Shah, M.D.

Lavonne Sheng, M.D.

Nazila Zekry, M.D.

Robert Louis, M.D.

Uthara Mohan, M.D.

Lawrence B. Werlin, M.D.

Negar Ashouri, M.D.

Romit Kar, M.D.

Valerie Sheppard, M.D.

Lawrence Richard Van Meter, M.D.

Neyssan Tebyani, M.D.

Roxanne Giselle Lim, M.D.

Victor Yu, M.D.

Nicholas E. Rose, M.D.

Sadia Khan, D.O.

Vikas Rao, M.D.

Nika Omid, M.D.

Saeed-UrRehman Awan, M.D.

Vinh Lam, M.D.

Ledford Powell, M.D. Lincoln Snyder, M.D. Lisa Abaid, M.D. Lisa E. Guerra, M.D. Lori Openshaw, M.D. Luke Cheung, M.D. Marcus Rosencrantz, M.D. Mark Daniels, M.D. Mark E. Linskey, M.D. Mark Kan, M.D. Maryam Rahimi, M.D. Matthew J. Hunt, M.D. Melanie Ho Erb, M.D. Melissa Yu, M.D. Michael A. Bain, M.D. Michael BrantZawadzki, M.D.

Nikta Forghani, M.D. Nimish Kadakia, M.D. Nina Woldenberg, M.D. Nirav Savalia, M.D. Nishan Tchekmedyian, M.D. Nissan Pilest, M.D. Nita Doshi, M.D. Patricia Korber, M.D. Patricia Liao, M.D. Patrick Thein, M.D. Patty Huang, M.D. Paul Lubinsky, M.D. Paul S. Lee, M.D. Peter Hodgson, M.D. Peter Joson, M.D.

Radhakrishan (Ray) S. Gandhi, M.D. Rahul M. Kale, M.D. Rajesh Swaroop, M.D. Rami Batniji, M.D.

Samir Shah, M.D. Sandra Kwak, M.D. Sanford Chen, M.D. Sanjay Grover, M.D. Satinder Swaroop, M.D. Scott Williams, M.D. Sean Adrean, M.D. Semira Bayati, M.D. Shahrooz Bemanian, M.D. Shaival Shah, M.D. Sharief Taraman, M.D. Simon Madorsky, M.D. Sina Safahieh, M.D. Stephen Skahen, M.D.

Sunny Park, M.D. Tannaz Meisami, M.D. Tara Seery, M.D. Thomas Badin, M.D. Timothy T. You, M.D. Todd S. Harris, M.D. Trushar Patel, M.D.

Vinita Jain Speir, M.D. Wade Smith, M.D. Wang Teng, M.D. Weiming (David) Chu, M.D. Weston Chandler, M.D. William B. Armstrong, M.D. Wyman W. Lai, M.D. Ying Chi, M.D. Zacharia Reda, M.D. Zenovia Gabriel, M.D.

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SANJAY GROVER MD, FACS Grover Aesthetics

Dr. Sanjay Grover is an internationally recognized, Stanford-trained, boardcertified plastic surgeon with over 22 years of private practice aesthetic plastic surgery experience. Dr. Grover specializes in aesthetic plastic surgery of the face, nose, breast and body and is also recognized as an expert injector for non-surgical facial rejuvenation.

Dr. Grover is one of the most recognized plastic surgeons in Orange County.

He was recently recognized by peers in Newsweek magazine, for the second year in a row, as one of the ‘Top 100 Plastic Surgeons in the United States’ for facelifts, rhinoplasty, breast augmentation and liposuction. He has also received recognition by the Orange County Medical Association as a ‘Top Doctor’ for the past 10 years. Additionally, Dr. Grover was designated as a ‘Top Doctor’ or ‘Super Doctor’ by Castle Connolly and the LA Times for over 10 consecutive years.

Dr. Grover is a past president and current board member of the Orange County Society of Plastic Surgeons. He has served as a board member for The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. He currently holds positions on the advisory boards of New Beauty magazine as well as RealSelf, two of the leading sources for information on aesthetic procedures. Dr. Grover has also been featured on many television shows, including The Doctors Show, Access Hollywood, Extra, the BBC, Fox News and the Hallmark Channel.

Dr. Grover is sought after by many patients for his deep plane facelift, eyelid rejuvenation, open rhinoplasty, hybrid breast augmentation, hi-definition liposuction, drainless tummy tuck and mommy makeover procedures as well as his non-surgical Y lift closed facelift procedures utilizing injectable fillers.

Dr. Grover and his wife Nina recently designed and built one of the finest, state-of-the-art office spaces and accredited surgery centers in all of Southern California. More information about Dr. Grover or the services he offers at Grover Surgical Arts surgery center or at the Medspa at Grover Aesthetics can be found online at www.drgrover.com or on Instagram @sanjaygrovermd.

AWARDED 2022 PHYSICIAN OF EXCELLENCE Grover Aesthetics 20360 SW Birch Street, Suite 120 Newport Beach, CA 92660 949-759-9551 drgrover.com @sanjaygrovermd August 2022 • Or a nge Coast 113

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SAMIR A. SHAH, MD, MS, FACS Beach Eye Medical Group

Consistently recognized as one of America’s Top Ophthalmologists, Dr. Samir Shah’s clinical expertise lies in advanced cataract surgery, laser vision correction, the latest forms of corneal transplantation, and pterygium excision. Known for his commitment to exceptional patient care, Dr. Shah graduated as valedictorian of his college class at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in New York.

After completing his medical studies at the University of Michigan Medical School in Ann Arbor, he went on to finish his residency at the prestigious Jules Stein Eye Institute at the University of California, Los Angeles. His exceptional resume combines education, experience and expertise, including a competitive fellowship specializing in Cataract, Cornea, and Refractive Surgery at the world-renowned Johns Hopkins Hospital – Wilmer Eye Institute in Baltimore, Maryland.

As a leader in his field, Dr. Shah has published book chapters and peer-reviewed journal articles and has been involved in training future ophthalmologists in the United States as well as abroad. At Aravind Eye Hospital in Madurai, India, he helped restore vision to countless indigent patients so they could lead a fulfilling life again.

Passionate about continuing education, he is uniquely skilled in the most advanced technology and surgical techniques available anywhere in the world, and offers patients the most cutting-edge care for optimal outcomes.

Respected by patients and peers, Dr. Shah is honored to have many of his fellow physicians trust him with surgery on their own family members.

“We offer refined surgical techniques, state-of-the-art equipment, and world-class ophthalmic technology to create vision that will amaze you,” he says. “You have to see it to believe it!”

AWARDED 2022 DIPLOMATE

• The American Board of Ophthalmology MEMBER

• The American Academy of Ophthalmology • The American Society for Cataract and Refractive Surgery • The Cornea Society • The California Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons

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PHYSICIAN OF EXCELLENCE Beach Eye Medical Group Huntington Beach 18582 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 714-965-9696 Irvine 4870 Barranca Parkway, Suite 210, Irvine, CA 92604 714-965-9696 Long Beach 2650 Elm Avenue, Suite 108, Long Beach, CA 90806 562-427-5409

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PHUONG “PHOENIX” NGUYEN, MD Advanced Endoscopy

Dr. Phuong “Phoenix” Nguyen is a boardcertified gastroenterologist who is a nationally recognized expert in the field of Gastroenterology and one of Southern California’s most experienced physicians in using endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) to improve diagnosis and treatment. Her expertise includes minimally invasive approaches to the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), bile duct diseases (ERCP), fecal incontinence, pelvic floor dysfunction, obesity management and other advanced procedures.

Dr. Nguyen graduated from the David Geffen School of Medicine of UCLA in 1990. She completed a fellowship in gastroenterology at the University of California, Irvine, and residency in internal medicine at Graduate Hospital in Philadelphia.

Dr. Nguyen is passionate about helping patients suffering from GERD, a chronic digestive disease that occurs when the liquid of the stomach travels back up into the esophagus, which can lead to tissue damage. While maintaining a healthy lifestyle and diet can help reduce the risk of GERD, it is also treatable by medications and sometimes surgery such as the Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication or TIF procedure for reflux.

AWARDED 2022 PHYSICIAN OF EXCELLENCE

Phuong “Phoenix” Nguyen, MD 1 Hoag Drive, Suite 107 Newport Beach, CA 92663 949-764-5760 hoagmedicalgroup.com 2151 North Harbor Boulevard St. Jude Medical Center Fullerton, CA 92835 714-446-5830 providence.org

“GERD symptoms might be obvious or can be silent. GERD is a mechanical failure of lower esophagus that when weakened over time can cause acid reflux,” explains Dr. Nguyen.

“Patients suffering from GERD may experience heartburn, chest pain, difficulty swallowing, shortness of breath, and other troubling symptoms that negatively impact quality of life.”

Known for her expertise, dedication and quality of care, Dr. Nguyen adds, “It is a great honor to be recognized as a Physician of Excellence in the GI space, as it is truly a passion of mine. It is a privilege to have the pleasure of treating so many patients who trust me and count on me for their healthcare.”

Dr. Nguyen has hospital privileges at Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian, Providence St. Jude Medical Center and Mission Hospital.

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DAVID W. LEE, MD Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine

Dr. David W. Lee is a fellowship-trained and board-certified Interventional Pain Specialist in North Orange County. He practices at Fullerton Orthopedic Group, where he serves as the nonsurgical musculoskeletal and spine specialist. Dr. Lee believes in a comprehensive approach to treating pain by not simply relying on medications alone but proudly offering the most minimally invasive pain therapies and procedures. Dr. Lee believes the most optimal means of treating pain is diagnostically driven and formulating an individualized treatment plan.

Dr. Lee has provided sports coverage from high school to the professional level in a wide variety of sports, including football, hockey, baseball and basketball. He has had the opportunity to work with the NBA team Phoenix Suns, WNBA team Phoenix Mercury and Arizona State University (ASU) while in fellowship. He serves as a Spine Consultant for the USA Volleyball Team. He volunteers as the Team Physician for local high school football Programs.

His passion lies in the continued learning of novel pain therapies for his patients. Dr. Lee is continuously working on new journal manuscripts and textbook chapters in the field of pain, interventional spine and musculoskeletal medicine, with currently over twenty publications.

AWARDED 2022 PHYSICIAN OF EXCELLENCE David W. Lee, MD 680 Langsdorf Drive, Suite 103 Fullerton, CA 92831 714-879-0050 davidwleemd.com

EDUCATION, TRAINING, MEMBERSHIPS AND MORE • • • • • • • • •

Double board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine Residency: State University of New York (SUNY), Downstate Fellowship: The Orthopedic Clinic Association (TOCA), Phoenix, Arizona American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Chair of Clinical Practice Guidelines Committee American Board of Pain Medicine, Credentialing Committee Member Spine Interventional Society, Evidence Analysis Committee Member Board Member of American Society of Pain and Neuroscience Board Member of Pacific Spine and Pain Society Manuscript Reviewer for the Regional Anesthesia, Pain Medicine Journal, Journal of Pain Research

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DANIEL S. YANNI, MD, FAANS Disc Comfort, Inc.

Dr. Daniel S. Yanni is a board certified and spine fellowship trained neurosurgeon and is also one of the few surgeons in the country who specializes in Minimally Invasive and Complex Spine Surgery.

Rated number one by his peers and patients alike, Dr. Yanni continues to research and develop new innovative approaches to surgical problems at his Disc Comfort, Inc. practice in Newport Beach.

“We bring the wealth of knowledge from the University academic days and marry it to a private practice concierge style model that provides the highest caliber of personalized care,” he says.

Dr. Yanni was a teenager in a high school anatomy class when he decided to become a neurosurgeon.

He graduated summa cum laude from UCLA in Neuroscience. His passion for Neurological Surgery grew further while in medical school at the University of California, San Diego.

“I was impressed by the anatomy and wiring in the brain and spine—how electrical signals are translated into motion, sensation, memories and speech,” says Yanni.

Ever focused on innovation, Dr. Yanni performs spine surgery through key-hole sized incisions, a minimally invasive procedure that allows patients to be released within hours or days and return to work within weeks. In addition, Dr. Yanni also performs traditional open surgery for complex, deformity, and revision cases. He is also the project director for Augmented Reality in Spine Surgery (new technology in spine surgery) and serves on the Executive Board as Co-Director of Development for the Lumbar Spine Research Society.

“Any patient suffering from neck pain, back pain or difficulty walking – this is what we are here for.”

AWARDED 2022 PHYSICIAN OF EXCELLENCE

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ANNE LUHAN, MD, FACS, ABVLM RPHS, CWSP Elite Vein Institute

Spider Veins, Varicose Veins, venous stasis ulcers… There are myriad vein conditions that cause pain, heaviness, restless legs, as well as selfconsciousness. The good news – there is help for these issues. Offering patients individualized treatment options is Dr. Anne Luhan of Elite Vein Institute.

After graduating from Germany’s University of Ulm, Dr. Luhan continued her studies at Harvard University, the University of Arizona and University of California, Irvine. Discovering a passion for vein care, she dedicated herself solely to this specialty. “Treatment nowadays is revolutionary,” Luhan says.

“It’s straightforward, very little to no pain, no anesthesia, fast recovery and an immediate return to daily activities.”

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Luhan founded Elite Vein Institute, building a team of certified nurses, medical assistants and highly specified venous ultrasound technicians to provide a complete spectrum of vein care focusing on everything from the tiniest spider vein to the most complex varicose vein and open skin ulcers. Treatments are performed in the office, with minimal downtime, little discomfort and a fast return to daily activities. Most are covered by major insurance companies, as well as Medicare.

Building even more confidence in patients is Dr. Luhan’s reputation.

The double-board certified surgeon has been chosen as “Physician of Excellence in the OC” multiple years

in a row. Additionally, she’s on the board of several national venous care organizations. Given Dr. Luhan’s credentials and her expertise, patients can feel secure in putting their full trust in her hands.

AWARDED 2022 PHYSICIAN OF EXCELLENCE Elite Vein Institute 26691 Plaza, Suite 140 Mission Viejo, CA 92691 949-388-4800 EliteVeinInstitute.com

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JOHN PARK, MD Newport Beach Plastic Surgeon

“My priority as a plastic surgeon is the health and happiness of my patients. I am dedicated to providing a personalized approach, first by listening to each patient’s goals and concerns, followed by patient education and treatment planning that is tailored for each person,” Dr. John Park is the only plastic surgeon in the country who is double board certified in Plastic Surgery and Ophthalmology, with subspecialty training in Oculoplastic Surgery. With his unique background and expertise, he applies the best knowledge and techniques to address each patient’s aesthetic goals.

Dr. Park believes the most important things to do as a physician is to listen. Each patient is unique and has different goals they would like to achieve. Dr. Park provides quality, compassionate care utilizing a welldesigned, proven, personalized surgical approach.

Nothing is more rewarding for Dr. Park than sharing in the joys and positive experience with each patient.

Dr. Park graduated from UC Berkeley, and earned his medical degree at the USC Keck School of Medicine.

He then completed an ophthalmology residency at The Johns Hopkins Hospital, the top ranked program and one of the best hospitals in the country, and a two-year Oculoplastic Surgery fellowship at the Mayo Clinic, the top-ranking hospital in the nation, and at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Park then completed his plastic surgery residency at UC Irvine.

With his unique specialty and subspecialty training and experience, Dr. Park serves as faculty at UC Irvine, training future plastic surgeons and oculoplastic surgeons.

As a plastic surgeon committed to providing patients with natural-looking results, Dr. John Park provides quality, compassionate care utilizing a proven, safe, and personalized surgical approach to help his patients look and feel their very best.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE • Facelift

• Tummy Tuck

• Necklift

• Body Contouring

• Breast Augmentation

• Mommy Makeover

• Breast Lift

• Browlift

• Liposuction

• Eyelid Surgery

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DALIA IBRAHIM, MD, MPH DINA SEIF, MD, MBA Infuse Ketamine Treatment Center

Infuse Ketamine Treatment Center offers a breakthrough treatment for mental health and chronic pain patients who have not found relief with traditional treatment. The center is operated by Drs. Dalia Ibrahim and Dina Seif, two board-certified physicians who have been helping patients find hope and healing with ketamine since 2019.

In recent years, researchers and physicians have seen the astounding effects ketamine has for those with mental health issues and mood disorders, including depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder.

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or suicidal thoughts get significant improvement in their symptoms after ketamine infusion therapy.

If you are considering ketamine therapy, you want experienced care you can trust. Dr. Ibrahim is double board-certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology and has expertise managing medications for mood disorders and pain conditions. Dr. Seif is board-certified in Emergency Medicine and has extensive experience with ketamine in the emergency setting as well as managing psychiatric emergencies and pain crises.

Both Dr. Ibrahim and Dr. Seif are members of the American Society of Ketamine Physicians and participate in collaborative work within the multidisciplinary ketamine community.

“Our clinic provides a safe, calming environment for our patients to

experience the benefits of ketamine treatment. All evaluations and treatments are administered by a physician and each treatment is customtailored for the unique, individual needs of each of our patients,” says Dr. Seif.

“We take pride in the time we spend getting to know our patients and feel privileged to help them on their path to wellness.”

AWARDED 2022 PHYSICIAN OF EXCELLENCE Infuse Ketamine Treatment Center 24411 Health Center Drive, Suite 430 Laguna Hills, CA 92653 949-452-3933 Infuseketamine.com

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RANJAN GUPTA, MD

Board-certified Orthopaedic Surgeon/Shoulder Specialist

Dr. Ranjan Gupta is an award-winning, internationally recognized surgeon with expertise in shoulder surgery.

Respected by both patients and peers for his clinical skills and academic excellence, Dr. Gupta’s practice sees a high volume of shoulder surgery, ranging from minimally-invasive arthroscopic procedures to shoulder replacements.

With over 20 years’ experience in his field, Dr. Gupta remains dedicated to providing exceptional patient care.

Patients seek his expertise for complex surgical revisions, travelling from across the country for his clinical judgment and positive outcomes. He ensures that patients understand not only the purpose of their surgical procedure but also the risks and how to maximize their healing and recovery.

AWARDS The only orthopaedic surgeon to be recognized with all of the following awards: • NIH Career Development Award from the National Institute for Neurologic Disorders & Stroke • Marshall Urist Young Investigator Award from the Association of Bone & Joint Surgeons • Kappa Delta Award from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery and the Orthopaedic Research Society

• Andrew J. Weiland Medal from the American Society of Surgery of the Hand • Charles S. Neer Award from the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeon recognizing outstanding clinical investigations contributing to the understanding, care and prevention of injuries to the shoulder DISTINCTIONS

“I am inspired by seeing how a patient’s quality of life improves after surgery, whether it be by decreased pain, or improvements in their range of motion and function. My goal is to help people return to the activities they love.”

• Best Doctors (2011-2022)

• Super Doctors (2012-2022)

• Sterling Bunnell Traveling Fellowship from the American Society of Surgery of the Hand

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

• American-British-Canadian Traveling Fellowship from the American Orthopaedic Association

• Minimally-invasive arthroscopic shoulder surgery

• Joseph H. Boyes Research Award from the American Society of Surgery of the Hand

Passionate about education and research, Dr. Gupta has not only received teaching awards from his students and surgical trainees, but also consistently contributes to the field by performing and publishing both clinical and basic science research. He has authored more than 100 publications, while training and mentoring the next generation of young orthopedic surgeons.

• Shoulder replacement (anatomic and reverse)

• Rotator cuff injuries • Shoulder instability • Shoulder fractures

AWARDED 2022 PHYSICIAN OF EXCELLENCE University of California, Irvine 101 The City Drive South, Pavilion III Orange, CA 92828 1640 Newport Boulevard, Suite. 230 Costa Mesa, 92627 714-456-7012 RanjanGuptaMD.com August 2022 • Or a nge Coast 121

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PRACTICE FOCUS • Brain Aneurysms and AVMs • Brain Tumors and Skull base surgery • Brain and Spine Trauma • Hydrocephalus and Shunt procedures • Trigeminal Neuralgia and facial pain • Minimally invasive and robotic spine surgery EDUCATION • Undergraduate University of California, Berkeley • Medical School USC Keck School of Medicine • Neurosurgery Residency Baylor College of Medicine / MD Anderson Cancer Center • Cerebrovascular Fellowship Drexel Neurosciences Institute

VIKAS RAO, MD, FAANS Orange County Neurosurgical Associates Dr. Vikas Rao is a board-certified fellowship trained Neurosurgeon specializing in brain surgery, cerebrovascular and endovascular neurosurgery, brain tumor treatments, and minimally invasive spine surgery.

One of only a few “dual-trained” vascular neurosurgeons in Southern California, Dr. Rao offers both surgical treatments and minimally invasive endovascular treatments for the management of brain vascular diseases.

He is a specialist in the treatment of brain aneurysms, stroke, brain bleeds, arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), and carotid stenosis. With his training he treats complex cerebrovascular disorders like brain aneurysms either with surgery or minimally invasive catheter-based treatments via a tiny nick in the wrist or groin. Since he can offer both styles of treatment, patients can weigh the pros and cons of both options and make the ultimate decision on their care.

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Dr. Rao is also a highly skilled brain tumor surgeon, having trained at the world-famous MD Anderson Cancer Center. Ever on the leading edge, Dr. Rao offers the latest technology and treatments for brain tumors including awake craniotomies, minimally invasive “key-hole” approaches for brain surgery, computer guided surgical tools, fluorescent guided tumor surgery and stereotactic radiosurgery. In addition, Dr. Rao believes in performing “hair-sparing” and cosmetically sensitive brain surgery.

“I was born in Orange County and I returned here to raise my family and build a career of providing high-quality specialized care to patients in my community,” says Dr. Rao. “As a small team, my practice is able to provide patients personalized attention. I spend a lot of time with my patients and try to explain everything in as clear a manner as possible so that they are informed about their options,” he says.

CURRENT POSITIONS • Providence Mission Hospital, Mission Viejo o Co-director Cerebrovascular Neurosurgery o Director of Neurooncology o Director of Neurotrauma • Memorial Care Saddleback Medical Center, Laguna Hills o Medical Director, Stroke and Neurointerventional Service • On staff at Hoag Memorial, Newport Beach

AWARDED 2022 PHYSICIAN OF EXCELLENCE Orange County Neurosurgical Associates 26732 Crown Valley Pkwy, Suite 541 Mission Viejo, CA 92691 949-388-7190 drvikasrao.com

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WILLIAM WILSON, MD, MA

Chief Medical Officer Helping Masimo Bring Monitoring to New Sites and Applications For over 33 years, Masimo has delivered innovative monitoring solutions to help clinicians improve patient safety and reduce the cost of care. Today, our portfolio has grown to include advanced proprietary parameters, connectivity, device integration and automation technologies, and a range of data application and utility solutions.

While serving as Chief Medical Officer at UCI Health, Dr. Wilson was instrumental in improving the quality, safety, and experience for patients within the health system. As a healthcare leader overseeing COVID-19 medical teams and frontline workers, his formal training in anesthesiology, critical care medicine, and surgery, contributed to methodologies that

resulted in superb outcomes for UCI patients during the pandemic.

Now, Dr. Wilson is using his experience and training to help Masimo bring the most advanced noninvasive monitoring technologies and devices to hospitals, clinics, and homes around the globe.

Discover how Masimo’s growing portfolio is at the core of patient safety.

Visit masimo.com

RECOGNITIONS Dr. Wilson has been recognized by the Orange County Medical Association and Orange Coast magazine as a 2022 Top Doctor in critical care medicine and anesthesiology. He is a clinician, researcher, and thought leader.

CURRENT POSITIONS

AWARDED 2022

Chief Medical Officer, Senior Vice President of Clinical Research and Medical Affairs, Masimo

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ANTOANELA GARBACEA, DDS, MSD, FACP, FAAID

Prosthodontics and Implant Dentistry of Laguna Hills

As a surgical prosthodontist, Dr. Antoanela Garbacea’s expertise includes treatment of complex dental concerns, from single tooth replacement to full mouth rehabilitation and complete smile makeovers.

An expert in her field, Dr. Garbacea performs prosthetically driven surgical procedures such as placement of dental implants, maxillary sinus lift and augmentation, guided bone regeneration, extractions and site preservation, pre-prosthetic surgery, and tissue grafts.

When you choose Dr. Garbacea as your dental provider, you can feel confident you will receive the highest standard of care. A double board-certified Prosthodontist and Implantologist, Dr. Garbacea provides her patients with the most advanced treatment options and state-of-the-art technology for healthy, beautiful smiles.

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EDUCATION AND TRAINING

• Dual Major Residency Program in Prosthodontics and Implant Dentistry, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda CA • MSD (Master of Science in Dentistry), Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA • DDS, University of Medicine and Pharmacy School of Dentistry, Romania MEMBERSHIPS

• Diplomate of the American Board of Prosthodontics

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• Diplomate of the American Board of Oral Implantology/ Implant Dentistry • Fellow of the American College of Prosthodontists

• Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry

• Member American Academy of Fixed Prosthodontics; Member American and California Dental Associations

• Assistant Professor, Advanced Education Program in Prosthodontics and Implant Dentistry Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA

“Our state-of-the-art dental equipment and inhouse laboratory digital technology allow us to provide our patients with the best knowledge and techniques in planning, designing, fabricating, and performing dental treatments, from both an esthetic and functional perspective,” she explains. “We are a dedicated team with a staff of four board-certified prosthodontists, each with unique expertise in fixed and removable prosthodontics, maxillofacial prosthodontics, and implant dentistry.”

Ever committed to patient-centered care, Dr. Garbacea is especially energized by tackling highcomplexity dental cases and providing patients with exceptional results.

“I find it rewarding when I treat difficult patient situations after general dentistry has failed to produce the desired outcome,” says Dr. Garbacea. “I love combining science, art, technology, expertise, and training to exceed my patients’ expectations and ultimately improve their quality of life.”

Prosthodontics and Implant Dentistry of Laguna Hills 25261 Paseo de Valencia, suite 2 Laguna Hills, CA 92637 949-951-7988 drgarbacea.com

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THE CYBERKNIFE AT

NEWPORT DIAGNOSTIC CENTER Prostate Cancer Treatment as Effective as Surgery

Many questions come with a prostate cancer diagnosis. Choosing a course of treatment is intrinsically personal, and learning as much as possible about options is vital. Highly recommended

by Owner & Medical Director of Newport Diagnostic Center (NDC) Hazem H. Chehabi, MD, FACNM, FACNP is the practice’s CyberKnife® Robotic Radiosurgery System from Accuray Incorporated. One of the primary reasons CyberKnife is NDC’s treatment of choice is its excellent long-term cancer control.

CyberKnife has a myriad of benefits, among them a reduced incidence of sexual, urinary, and bowel function side effects. An outpatient treatment, CyberKnife is non-invasive with no cutting or anesthesia required. This is an excellent option for patients with inoperable or surgically complex tumors. CyberKnife provides pinpoint precision accuracy and is pain-free, with little to no side effects. Most patients continue regular activity during and after treatment with no

downtime needed. The CyberKnife procedure is generally covered by most insurance plans as well as Medicare.

The CyberKnife treats cancerous and benign (noncancerous) tumors of the brain, head & neck, lung, breast, spine, pancreas and prostate. The CyberKnife treatment process generally requires six simple steps from start to finish: evaluation, fiducial placement for targeted treatments, imaging, planning/scheduling, treatment, and recovery. Treatments involve four to five CyberKnife sessions spread across one to two weeks versus the months required in most conventional radiation therapy.

For prostate patients, CyberKnife treatments take place over five days.

With the exception of potentially minimal fatigue on treatment days, there’s no recovery time required, and very few patients experience side effects.

CyberKnife’s design allows for pinpoint accuracy so the treating physician can tailor treatments specific to the patient

and tumor(s). During sessions, X-rays monitor the tumor(s) location to track movement that may occur due to bodily function.

Because of its accuracy in targeting the tumor, in essence “painting it,” CyberKnife minimizes radiation exposure to sensitive healthy tissue and organs surrounding tumors.

Three months after CyberKnife treatments, patients’ prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels are tested to serve as a progress report on tumor response.

For more information email us at cyberknifeinfo@ newportdiagnosticcenter.com

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DINING GUIDE ORANGE COUNT Y’S DEFINITIVE SOURCE F O R R E S TAU R A N T N E W S & M I N I R E V I E W S P R I C I N G $$$ $50 and up $$ Less than $50 $ Mostly less than $25 Denotes Critic’s Choice restaurant

ANAHEIM BLUSKY RESTAURANT & BAR Gawk at the view from the 12-story rooftop digs, but know that Blusky’s Basque cuisine is what really makes this hotel restaurant Anaheim’s most interesting newcomer. Executive chef Edgar Beas is fresh off stints at Michelin-starred kitchens, applying mastery to a tight menu of Spanish dishes. Look for Iberico pork items, indulgent salt cod, and lobster paella. Late night, the place thumps with club action. Radisson Blu, 1601 S. Anaheim Blvd., 714-4091458. Dinner only $$ CATAL RESTAURANT AND UVA BAR Dead center in Downtown Disney, Catal is the Patina Group’s nod to Spain’s Mediterranean cuisine.

Expect an urbane spin on rustic fare such as lobster paella, making this one of the zone’s better spots for fine dining. Just outside, Uva Bar is an alfresco saloon with light eats and great people-watching.

1580 Disneyland Drive, 714-774-4442. $$$ NAPA ROSE Wine country thrives at the Disneyland Resort by way of this classy dinner house— no park admission required. Star chef Andrew Sutton leads his crew in an exhibition kitchen, turning out imaginative, highly seasonal New American fare.

The room mixes rustic with refined, and the notably wine-savvy waitstaff, many qualified as sommeliers, deftly tailors unforgettable meals around wines from one of the region’s finest cellars. Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, 1313 Disneyland Drive, 714-300-7170. $$$ POPPY & SEED Chef-owner Michael Reed applies his versatile chops to a spirited, seasonal dinner menu of share plates and thoughtful proteins. Clever variations on of-the-moment produce are high points, as are premium steaks and duck dishes. The one-of-a-kind greenhouse garden setting is a calming contrast to neighbor Anaheim Packing House.

Weekend brunch. Closed Monday and Tuesday. 350 S. Anaheim Blvd., 714-603-7130 $$$ THE RANCH Oozing ambition, this upscale venue boasts a yowza saloon and a fine dining room so serious about sourcing, it maintains a private farm in the nearby foothills. A whopping menu of decidedly seasonal American fare boasts both uptown and down-home dishes. Live entertainment and dancing keep the deluxe honkytonk hopping on weekends. 1025 E. Ball Road, 714-817-4200. $$$ ROXY’Z Zov’s Anaheim resurfaced as this breezy watering hole inspired by Zov Karamardian’s mother and reputed renegade Roxy. Craft cocktails, imaginative share plates, and premier pizzas dominate a menu designed for gathering before or after games, concerts, and Disneyland visits. Don’t-miss dishes include the chile-glazed rib stack, fried chicken sandwich, and kebab platter. There’s an elevated beer program and a midweek happy hour. 1801 E. Katella Ave., 714-280-9687. $$ TRUE SEASONS ORGANIC KITCHEN This sleek storefront by Saifon Plewtong now adds wraps, bowls, smoothies, and desserts to a menu that once focused solely on hot pots. Still, the spotlight is on organic, GMO-free local produce and all-natural proteins. Do try the fresh-pressed sugar cane juice for a refresher like no other in these parts. 5675 E. La Palma Ave., 714-462-9223.

Beer and wine. $$ URBANA This colorful latecomer to the Anaheim Packing House brings vibrancy and a cool cantina attitude to a food hall that really needed a good taco and mezcal cocktail. Executive chef Ernie Alvarado’s short menu of savvy street food changes often, and you can’t go wrong with his daily specials. Cozy surroundings offer a choice of ambience—festive or sultry. 440 S. Anaheim Blvd., 714-502-0255. $$

EL CHOLO A spiffy suburban outpost of the combo-plate chain that started in L.A. in 1923. Many dishes are listed with their year of origin. One of the best dates from the birth of the restaurant: the Sonora-style enchilada topped with a fried egg. Green corn tamales have achieved cult status. 8200 E. Santa Ana Canyon Road, 714-769-6269. See Corona del Mar and La Habra locations. $$ REUNION KITCHEN + DRINK Popular with the locals, this dapper haunt oozes bonhomie thanks to a solid team led by industry vet Scott McIntosh, whose feel-good American classics are consistently executed by a tight kitchen. Service is sharp. Look for a homey meatloaf, laudable fried chicken with yummy mashers and fresh biscuits, and house-made desserts. Modern cocktails and a roomy patio increase the pleasure factor. 5775 E. Santa Ana Canyon Road, 714-283-1062. Second location (not yet reviewed) in Laguna Beach. $$ ROSINE’S MEDITERRANEAN RESTAURANT This neighborhood darling includes a 20-seat bar, complete with a full liquor license and a clutch of specialty cocktails. Fragrant rotisserie chickens are always popular, though the menu now offers winebraised lamb shanks, and Pacific ono skewers. A sizable roster of gluten-free choices anchors a spin-off menu. 721 S. Weir Canyon Road, 714-283-5141. $$

BRE A BRUNOS ITALIAN KITCHEN One of North County’s best venues boasts advantages that are fairly rare in these parts: thoughtfully executed Italian cuisine, a cozy setting, and appealing prices. This sibling of neighbor Cha Cha’s does winning arancini, steamed mussels, house-made pappardelle, and a fine branzino. A notable happy hour features steep discounts on terrific appetizers and signature Italian cocktails. 210 W. Birch St., 714-257-1000. $$ CHA CHA’S L ATIN KITCHEN This cool hang with a wraparound sidewalk patio is Birch Street Promenade’s most enduring dining success. Helmed by industry vets Don Myers and Peter Serantoni, the menu of modern Mexican fare is boosted by a wood-burning oven and new dishes that blur some borders—sopes, empanadas, aguachile, and pozole. Taco Tuesday is just one of many weekly specials. Impressive tequila menu.

110 W. Birch St., 714-255-1040. See Irvine location. $$ OLD BREA CHOP HOUSE North County’s fine diners can skip the trek south to splurge on old-school steakhouse dinners. Longtime Morton’s veteran Tony Fasulo breaks away, polishing the classy formula to a high sheen. Expect deluxe beef, say a Tomahawk chop or a strapping Delmonico, boosted with first-class seafood, precise cocktails, and cosseting service.

Marinated skirt steak is the sleeper call. Cozy yet utterly contemporary, the venue includes a 25-seat bar with charcuterie platters. 180 S. Brea Blvd., 714592-3122. $$$

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Listings are updated regularly. We do not accept free meals; visits are anonymous. Price classifications are based on a typical three‑course dinner (appetizer, entree, dessert) for one person. Alan Gibbons edits this listing. You can reach her at agibbons@orangecoast.com.

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TAPS FISH HOUSE & BREWERY Taps continues to be O.C.’s landmark pick for dining on a wide range of appealing seafood, pasta, steaks, and spunky New Orleans specialties that go down well with award-winning ales and lagers that change often. Happy hour is a big draw for value-seekers. Sunday brunch is a popular feast.

101 E. Imperial Highway, 714-257-0101. $$

CORONA DEL MAR 608 DAHLIA Chef-owner Jessica Roy transformed the alfresco gem inside iconic Sherman Library & Gardens with a new name and joyous take on seasonal fare. Dreamy salads are impeccably fresh, pastas imaginative, and vegetarian tacos are a signature dish in the making.

Effusive wine cocktails. 2647 E. Coast Highway, 949220-7229. Lunch only. $$ EL CHOLO It’s combo-plate heaven at this venerable local chain that started in L.A. in 1923. The Sonora-style enchiladas are topped with a fried egg. Green corn tamales have achieved cult status. 3520 E. Coast Highway, 949-777-6137. See Anaheim Hills and La Habra locations. $ FARMHOUSE AT ROGER’S GARDENS This beguiling patio is chef-owner Rich Mead’s fourth and busiest enterprise yet, an inspired collaboration between a farmer’s dream chef and O.C.’s iconic outdoor lifestyle retailer. The restaurant-gazebo seats 120 with rustic style, making this the fresh favorite for dates and celebrations. Mead’s seasonal menu shifts often to reflect his passion for local family farms and ranches. Craft cocktails have a farmers market tilt, and a nascent cheese program rounds out the ever-changing feast. 2301 San Joaquin Hills Road, 949-640-1415. $$$ FIVE CROWNS O.C.’s beloved, vine-covered, fine-dining landmark of 1965 stays current thanks to a refreshed menu by executive chef Alejandra Padilla (formerly with Hillstone and Patina groups). Foodies thrill to foie gras brûlée and roast goose with wild grains, but sumptuous feasts of prime rib retain a hallowed spot on the carte at this Lawry’s-owned institution.

As always, service is polished and accommodating.

Leave room for the righteous sundae made with C.C. Brown’s hot fudge, an old Hollywood marvel. 3801 E. Coast Highway, 949-760-0331. Dinner only. $$$ SIDEDOOR Nested within the landmark Lawry’s Five Crowns, this gastropub welcomes come-asyou-are diners with a changing daily menu of imaginative small plates, seasonal soups, prime rib sandwiches, potpies, and desserts. Don’t miss the charcuterie station with choice cured meats and artisanal cheeses. Always interesting wines by the glass, craft beers, and signature cocktails boost the inviting room’s jolly British vibe. 3801 E. Coast Highway, 949-717-4322. $$

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2145 EATS Santa Ana native and Pizzeria Ortica veteran Eduardo Salcedo brings an artisan mindset and Japanese aesthetic to this Neapolitan-style pizza joint in a cleverly repurposed auto shop. Aromas of almond-wood fire whet the appetite for his finely photograph by E M I LY J . D AV I S

Lamb rack at Butcher’s House Brasserie crafted pies and imaginative toasts on house-baked shokupan, Japan’s beloved breakfast loaf. Sit at the white marble bar or under umbrellas on the patio to enjoy bresaola and burrata salad with pickled fennel, or hyper-tender octopus with diced potato, charred scallions, and squid ink mayo. Star dessert: horchata tiramisu. 2145 Placentia Ave., 949-873-5853.

Beer and wine. $$ BUTCHER’S HOUSE BRASSERIE Chef-owner Jeoffrey Offer—native of BEST NEW RESTAURANT Toulouse, France, and son of a 2022 butcher—brought his pandemic dream to life with this intimate spot focused on steaks, chops, and scratch sausages. Eight specialty sauces are house-made to suit meats and starters.

Wood-grilled options range from a mighty fine burger to a grand aged ribeye for two. The tidy bar boasts a kitchen view, and the patio offers a quiet alternative to the lively hubbub of a packed house.

Weekend brunch stars Offer’s distinct take on croque madame and steak and eggs. There’s also a succinct wine list. 3321 Hyland Ave., 714-714-0662. $$$ DESCANSO Descanso’s novel twist is the elevation of the taquero to center stage. Inspired by the dynamic street foods of Mexico City, owner Rob Arellano seats diners right at the plancha grill to watch their tacos sizzled with pizazz. Happy hour is particularly tempting if you can scoot in midweek, from 3 to 6 p.m. 1555 Adams Ave., 714-486-3798. $$ HABANA Flickering candles light the way through a highceilinged dining room, convivial bar, and lush patio at The Lab’s enduring Cuban hang for date nights and late nights. Most of the fare sticks solidly to

classics, such as roast chicken and ropa vieja, but the appetizer side is loaded with winners. Updates include a lavish, all-you-can-eat brunch with live island music and an array of delicious baked goodies.

Intimate confines make reservations a smart move.

2930 Bristol St., 714-556-0176. See Irvine location. $$$ IZAKAYA HACHI A handsome, modern izakaya from the owners of Manpuku, Hachi is a boisterous, convivial gem.

The charcoal-grilled skewers shine, including the chicken meatball and chicken thigh. Expect a little bit of everything here: gloriously marbled beef, fresh oysters, composed salads, fried chicken, and unique pressed sushi. 3033 Bristol St., 657-231-6566.

Dinner only. $ MESA At this high-style hipster hang with a retractable roof, expect shareable dishes that play by the seasons and don’t shy away from intense flavors. Highlights include mussels sizzled in cast iron and fried cicchetti olives. An interesting, value-packed wine list beckons, as do inspired artisan cocktails. 725 Baker St., 714-557-6700. $$$ OLD VINE KITCHEN & BAR Popular for its brunch-type fare in a town rife with competing options, this charming nook has upgraded with a larger space. Foodies rave about urbane dishes, many with an Italian accent. Think barbecue pork omelet by day, seasonal tasting menu by night. Chef-owner Mark McDonald likes to pair his dinners with interesting wine flights from the world over, and he regularly leads culinary excursions to southern Italy. 2937 Bristol St., 714-545-1411. $$

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SOCIAL Social brought hipster dining to a scruffy westside strip mall, opening the area to considerable gentrification. The 118-seat retooled venue surprises with sophisticated cooking and a nicely refreshed menu, especially now that executive chef Jeffrey Boullt is back and managing two scratch kitchens. Yes, a second Social is open in Huntington Beach. New signature items include lamb empanadas, wagyu beef tri-tip, and all-new craft cocktails. Service is variable.

512 W. 19th St., 949-642-2425. Weekend brunch. Second location (not reviewed) in Huntington Beach at 21214 Beach Blvd. $$

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seeking a more healthful bent find plenty to satisfy in the menu section Lighten Up— notably a delicious chia seed pudding. It’s made with banana, coconut, coconut milk, chia, berries, maple syrup, toasted glutenfree oats, shaved almonds, and pistachios— guaranteed guilt-free and most sourced from local purveyors. Also consider One Toast, Two Toast, You Toast: one or two

TACO MARÍA Every dish is a marvel of deeply considered modern Cal-Mex cuisine from chef-owner and O.C. native Carlos Salgado, who parked his esteemed food truck enterprise for this site. Even the stripped-down setting draws all attention to the food. Dinners are four-course prix fixe affairs, with thoughtful wine pairings. Lunch—when the tacos appear—is a more laid-back and affordable way to sample the refined slant that snagged Salgado a Michelin star and several James Beard nominations for chef awards. 3313 Hyland Ave., 714-538-8444. Beer and wine. $$$

slices of artisan multi-seed bread topped with fresh-smashed avocado, garbanzo bean hummus, tomato jam, herbs, and extra-virgin olive oil. Italian-Canadian chefowner Mauro Martina has 12 OEB locations in Canada; the spot at Westcliff Plaza is the second U.S. outlet. 1104 Irvine Ave., Newport Beach, 949-438-7337, us.eatoeb.com— BENJAMIN EPSTEIN

DANA POINT GLASSPAR Glasspar launched as a classic seafooder, oyster bar, and tap room. Veteran top toque and local Rob Wilson helms his dream retool of the old Mahé site, supporting the community with ultra-fresh fare, delicious dishes, and his five-star service. A tight focus on top-shelf cocktails lures groups who want to gather for toasting. 24961 Dana Point Harbor Drive, 949-240-6243. $$$ JIMMY’S FAMOUS AMERICAN TAVERN Big and welcoming, this 225-seat harborside venue is a utility player thanks to a broad menu of modern comfort fare. It’s a handy call for patio

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ew OEB Breakfast Co. is known in Canada for decadent creations: a duck confit breakfast bowl—with duck-fat-fried herb potatoes, poached eggs, Asiago cheese, brown-butter hollandaise, and cranberry jam—and French toast trifle with brioche, lemon curd, market berries, pistachios, and torched pavlovas. But those

upbeat happy hours, hearty dinners, and bossy brunches. Locals swarm the upbeat space, noshing on mighty burgers, fried chicken, and prime rib.

Desserts are fantastically huge, if ordinary. 25001 Dana Point Harbor Drive, 949-388-8900. $$ RAYA Steve Wan is executive sous chef at this posh-butrelaxed dining room conceived by celeb chef Richard Sandoval. After the eye-popping bluff-top ocean view, Pan-Latin seafood dominates the experience.

But prepare to see many Asian touches on the modern menu, in creative dishes that masterfully bend ethnic borders. The Ritz-Carlton, 1 Ritz-Carlton Drive, 949-240-2000. $$$

FULLERTON KHAN SAAB DESI CRAFT KITCHEN Born in the crucible of the pandemic, this halal bistro serves flavorful kebabs, curries, and street snacks alongside wood-fired wagyu steaks. Creator and executive chef Imran Ali Mookhi applies a Michelin mindset acquired after years in fine dining kitchens.

Khan Saab has the best-stocked alcohol-free bar in O.C. 229 E. Commonwealth Ave., 714-853-1081. $$ SUMMIT HOUSE Set high above Fullerton’s northern city limits, this imposing Tudor manor house offers a sparkling citylights view at night, though the attractive grounds are pretty by day, too. The American menu offers few surprises; British-style prime rib and oak-grilled

Skuna Bay salmon are reliable. Polished service brings back plenty of special-occasion diners. The cozy tavern bar is popular for light meals and happy hour. 2000 E. Bastanchury Road, 714-671-4111. $$$

HUNTINGTON BE ACH HENRY’S COASTAL CUISINE This Surf City resort’s fine dining choice prevails with expertly executed fare that’s mostly familiar and gorgeously presented. Goat cheese fudge is a surprising outlier on a tight menu of classics, some worthy of special occasions—think lobster bisque and côte de boeuf for two. Polished service. Live music. Waterfront Beach Resort, 21100 Pacific Coast Highway, 714-845-8000. Dinner only. $$$$ LSXO Step back in time to colonial Vietnam at this vest-pocket hideaway with only 28 seats.

Chef-owner Tin Vuong amplifies his successful L.A. Little Sister act with a sultry setting (tucked inside of huge Bluegold) and uncompromising Viet fare inspired by his roots and frequent travels to South Vietnam. Nifty craft cocktails and luxe dishes such as salt and pepper lobster make a good date night, but we also like the street-style noshes such as prawn crepes and lemongrass skewers. Fair warning: The uncensored rap soundtrack is not for all ears. 21016 Pacific Coast Highway, 714-374-0083. $$ SESSIONS Surf City is the ideal spot for the second “West Coast deli,” this time across from the sand. Terrific sand-

wiches that eat like a meal for two are gourmet creations, meticulous stacks of top ingredients with exacting ratios, so every ’wich is scrumptious to the last bite. From-scratch soups, sides, and dressings. A surfer ethos extends to hearty breakfasts featuring Kéan coffee and house-made granola. 414 Pacific Coast Highway, 714-594-3899. Beer and wine. See Irvine and Newport Beach locations. Fourth location (not reviewed) in Newport Beach at 101 Newport Center Drive. $

IRVINE ANDREI’S CONSCIOUS CUISINE & COCKTAILS Irvine’s ever-slicker business zone is a good home for this classy, top-floor, New American choice for power diners, office pals, and couples. Modern craft cocktails enhance a menu that blends California ingredients with global flavors. Top toque Porfiro Gomez’s menu retains favorites such as the beef spring rolls, watermelon salad, and Duroc pork T-bone. Happy hour is a standout in a crowded field. 2607 Main St., 949-387-8887. $$ CHA CHA’S L ATIN KITCHEN This addition to the restaurant family owned by industry vets Don Myers and Peter Serantoni is an inviting casa with a menu of modern Mexican fare boosted by commendable new dishes that blur some borders—sopes, empanadas, aguachile, and pozole to name a few. The indoor-meets-outdoor patio by designer Thomas Schoos is a fine upgrade

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Fried seabass at Little Sister of the Brea flagship. Weekly specials add value and excitement. Impressive tequila menu. 13126 Jamboree Road, 714-408-7819. See Brea location. $$ HABANA We waited 22 years for this glamorous Habana sibling, and it was worth it—a sprawling 300-seat compound that co-opts Cuba’s frozen-in-time splendor.

A roomy patio open to the sky is made intimate by high walls and lots of beautiful props and vignettes, with alcoves dedicated to house pastries and coffees. Despite the impressive scale, the menu hews tightly to the focused offerings at its Costa Mesa original. 708 Spectrum Center Drive, 949-419-0100.

See Costa Mesa location. $$$ JA JIAOZI It’s all about handmade dumplings here. They grace every table, anchoring meals rounded out with other hot and cold dishes. First-timers, ask your able server for help. Top picks include steamed Flaming Hot and boiled Signature jiaozi, along with refreshing tofu-skin salad. Top-notch shrimp fried rice is a winner, too. Watch the masters at work from a five-seat bar. 13776 Jamboree Road, Irvine, 714-786-8999. $$ LITTLE SISTER This Irvine Spectrum spot is an XXL bistro to older sister shop LSXO. Chef-partner Tim Vuong musters a team that pulls off a bigger menu, bigger digs, and a bigger profile with ease. Find proven faves—the overstuffed Viet Crepe and the Shaky Shaky Beef— plus new lunch porridges and bánh mìs streaming out of the kitchen to a bustling dining room. Vintage rap tracks and a crackerjack bar keep the vibe lively. 896 Spectrum Center Drive, 949-800-8798. $$$

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PORCH & SWING This delightful indie serves a “taste BEST NEW RESTAURANT of Charleston” starring original riffs 2021 on American classics and cocktails

by Andrew Parish. Must-try dishes include roasted pork jowl over grits, amazing creamless creamed corn, and gorgeous salads. House-baked breads are a strength, too. The patio is lovely. 2010 Main St., 949-418-7988. $$ PUESTO San Diego’s high-profile taqueria has two Irvine options for O.C. fans. Delectable tacos are the main event, elevated by crispy griddled Oaxacan cheese, and tortillas made by hand from organic, non-GMO, blue corn masa. The cheese is especially brilliant on vegetarian tacos. Always ask about the monthly taco special. The Park Place center location’s indoor-meets-outdoor venue is intimate and color-splashed. Park Place, 3311 Michelson Drive, 949-608-7272; Los Olivos Marketplace, 8577 Irvine Center Drive, 949-608-9990. $$ SESSIONS No. 3 is a charm for O.C.’s indie chainlet of “West Coast” delis. Expect terrific sandwiches that eat like a meal for two, gourmet creations that are meticulous stacks of top ingredients with exacting ratios, so every ’wich is scrumptious to the last bite. Fromscratch soups, sides, and dressings. A beguiling lakeside setting beckons for lazy breakfasts featuring Kéan coffee and house-made granola.

4736 Barranca Parkway, 949-333-3949. Beer and wine. See Huntington Beach and Newport Beach locations. Fourth location (not reviewed) in Newport Beach at 101 Newport Center Drive. $

TACO ROSA With agave-sweetened margaritas, daily aguas frescas, and house-made churros, these flagships of the Taco Mesa chain take fresh Mex to the max.

Try the Oaxacan enchiladas. 13792 Jamboree Road, 714-505-6080. See Newport Beach location. $$

LAGUNA BE ACH ALESSÁ BY CHEF PIROZZI This village center magnet for robust Italian fare by chef-owner Alessandro Pirozzi boasts a bar featuring primo versions of burrata, scamorza, and other cheese delights, as well as elite cured meats from Italy and up-and-coming domestic producers.

234 Forest Ave., 949-497-8222. $$ BROADWAY BY AMAR SANTANA Boy wonder chef Amar Santana and industry vet Ahmed Labbate decamped Charlie Palmer to create this sexy urban bistro. Fans old and new keep the tight quarters humming to the backdrop of an open kitchen and vintage flicks playing on the flat-screen over the expansive bar. Santana’s dishes are opulent and intense. The wine list includes many notable half-bottles. 328 Glenneyre St., 949-715-8234. $$$ CARMELITA’S KITCHEN DE MEXICO This is the boutique version of Rancho Santa Margarita’s sprawling shop, but both offer top-notch Cal-Mex fare. Expect Prime beef in the steak tampiqueña, and Kurobuta pork in the wonderful carnitas. Don’t miss costillitas—baby back ribs topped with fried onions. Outstanding margaritas.

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Warm, spiffy service. 217 Broadway St., 949-715-7829.

See Rancho Santa Margarita location. $$ THE DRAKE The grown-ups sipping cocktails are here for a full serving of primo live music paired with the cuisine of Paul Gstrein (ex of Bistango and Bayside). Laguna’s own Alec Glasser prevails in creating a dashing joint where both the musicians and the kitchen have serious chops. Diners dig into Euro-inflected dishes (try the lamb lollipops, the Alpine melt, the chile-lime swordfish).

Musicians dig the highbrow sound system. 2894 S. Coast Highway, 949-376-1000. $$$ NICK’S Perched on Laguna’s prime stretch of Coast Highway, this inviting, urbane bar and grill lures grown-ups who prefer to skip the surfer grub scene in favor of tasty cocktails and a compact all-day menu of comfort classics with modern twists. Ace bets include the steakhouse salad and blackened halibut sandwich. Softly lit and cushily appointed, the open-air space boasts a sidewalk patio. Sociable service is notably polished. 440 S. Coast Highway, 949-3768595. See San Clemente location. $$ OLIVER’S OSTERIA Wedged into an oddball canyon retail center, this tidy shop is chef-owner Erik De Marchi’s all-out defense of faithful fare inspired by his home turf of Italy’s Emilia-Romana region. Pastas are wondrous, but do wait to hear the daily specials that can include juicy lamb chops or crepes (crespelle) with porcini mushrooms in truffle-perfumed béchamel. Tight quarters make dining noisy when

the room is full. And Oliver? He’s De Marchi’s first child, born on opening day. 853 Laguna Canyon Road, 949-715-0261. $$$ SAPPHIRE CELL AR CRAFT COOK The latest incarnation of Laguna Beach’s historic Coast Highway venue is much better than it has to be, given its bulletproof location.

Upmarket, innovative American cuisine by executive chef Jared Cook includes irresistible weekend brunch waffles and Benedicts, classy lunch salads, and dinners that star fresh oysters and a splendid ribeye. On-site pantry for beach eats. 1200 South Coast Highway, 949-715-9888. $$$ SEL ANNE STEAK TAVERN Anaheim Ducks star Teemu Selanne cements his brand with this polished and popular steak joint on a venerated stretch of Coast Highway.

Prime, pricey beef rules the day on executive chef Vince Terusa’s menu designed for a pro athlete’s appetite and fan base. We like the main floor’s easy, breezy tavern for terrific cocktails, the superlative burger, and world-class people watching. 1464 S. Coast Highway, 949-715-9881. Dinner only. $$$

LAGUNA HILLS IRONWOOD The savvy team behind Vine in San Clemente notches another hit with this welcoming dinner house in a zone with scant options. Executive chef Jared Cook’s modern, seasonal menu roams from delicate to hearty, but all dishes showcase his knack

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LAGUNA NIGUEL BOTTEGA ANGELINA This chic Italian is a grand showpiece by the team behind Pizzeria Angelina. House-made pastas, roasted meats, and pizzas share a succinct menu, supported by sophisticated cocktails from an imposing marble bar. Vast patio with dazzling views. 32441 Golden Lantern, 949-542-8220. $$$ CALO KITCHEN + TEQUIL A Chic and breezy as a Baja resort, this sprawling spot lures local crowds for upscale Mexican classics. An unending flow of worthy margaritas keeps the white marble bar humming while the kitchen churns out well-executed shrimp ceviche, carnitas, combo plates, and short rib enchiladas. Huge portions, sharp service, and modern digs seal the deal. Scores of sipping tequilas delight agave fans. 28141 Crown Valley Parkway, 949-409-7380. $$$ HENDRIX Teeming with natural light and coastal breezes, Hendrix swaggers into Laguna Niguel with a place that promises something for everyone in this optionlean suburb. It’s from the group behind Laguna Beach’s The Deck and Driftwood Kitchen, and partner Austrian-born Rainer Schwarz is executive chef.

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DINING GUIDE California fare that flatters a wine list of West Coast and international bottles. Must-haves include sausage flatbread, and a killer cheese plate. 26342 Oso Parkway, 949-582-0026. Beer and wine. $$$

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At Divine Science Brewing, tasty craft beers are made with premium malted gluten-free grains such as buckwheat, millet, and lentils. Its Event Horizon blonde ale, for instance, uses millet, rice, and organic maize. Others in the lineup include the Pilsner-style Divine Millsner Lager; the iced-mocha-inspired Moka Diosa Stout; and a pair of IPAs—Third Contact and Particle Haze. The products are less filling

porchetta, and lamb while basting potatoes in the catch bin with juices from the meats. Irresistible small plates include prosciutto fritters, Brussels sprouts with marcona almonds, and chicken-fontina flatbread. 32431 Golden Lantern, 949-248-1912. $$

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than most beers. The tasting room also offers rotating flavors on draft, such as a wheatless Raspberry Tart Berliner Weisse; monthly bottlings with higher alcohol content such as Short Crust Pastry Porter; and gluten-free vegan snacks, both prepackaged and on scheduled days from food trucks. Gluten-sensitive regulars come from all over Southern California.

Patrons also spill over from Taps Brewery across the street. Thursdays bring Fizz Quiz trivia nights. 15481 Red Hill Ave., Tustin, divinesciencebrewing.com—BENJAMIN EPSTEIN

David Shofner applies fine dining cred and scratch cooking to a menu of new and old-school fare that sparkles. Don’t-miss items include premium cottage pies, a killer lamb burger, and anything with house-cured meats. Upscale pricing and dapper surroundings prove this is not your frat brother’s Irish pub. 26342 Oso Parkway, 949-582-0026. $$$ WINEWORKS FOR EVERYONE This near-hidden pocket bistro is a top choice for wine-centric cuisine in South County. A retooled menu by chef David Shofner, who also helms the kitchen at Dublin 4 next door, brims with seasonal

Previously of upmarket pizzeria Angelina’s, Sandro Nardone flies solo with this molto moderno Italiano overhaul of a sprawling spot. Nardone’s style is urbane, so expect no lasagna here. Instead, look for distinctive creations such as mortadella mousse cannoli with liquid pineapple mustard. Crispy octopus with Calabrian vinaigrette is another crowd favorite.

Cocktails show imagination, and the wine list has some rare gems. 1200 Bison Ave., 949-520-7191. $$$ BLUEWATER GRILL SEAFOOD RESTAURANT Classic rich chowder, grilled trout, and fried clams share the daily menu with modern dishes such as zesty cioppino and mahi-mahi sliders with jalapeno aioli. A seasoned crew smoothly shifts from icy platters of just-shucked oysters, to salt and pepper shrimp. The menu boasts seasonal specials as well.

630 Lido Park Drive, 949-675-3474. $$ BOUILLON Indefatigable operator Laurent Vrigand, the founder of six Moulin cafes, debuts his first full-service restaurant—an homage to Paris’ Bouillon Chartier, his childhood favorite. Expect one all-day menu of nostalgic fare at painless prices, no substitutions, no reservations, and snappy service. Standouts include tian Provençal, beef bourguignon, and profiteroles. 1000 N. Bristol, 949-418-9549. $$ FABLE & SPIRIT From the family behind Dublin 4 BEST NEW RESTAURANT comes this lush addition to the area 2020 across from Lido Marina Village. But don’t assume this is an Irish pub that mimics the other. This plush room features inventive fare that’s a mashup of American and Irish. Here you start with Hares Looking at You, a cocktail starring Wheatley vodka and carrot juice, move on to the refined beet agnolotti with chèvre foam, or share a woodfired duck confit pizetta. Yes, the fish and chips are superior, but so is the rabbit fricassee. 3441 Via Lido, 949-409-9913. $$$ HARBORSIDE RESTAURANT One of O.C.’s most iconic landmarks, the 1906 Balboa Pavilion still lures visitors to its harbor view, and celebrants to its sweeping ballroom for special events and weddings galore. Expect a safe menu of all-American classics. Locals love that happy hour starts at 11:30 a.m. 400 Main St., 949-673-4633. $$ LIDO BOTTLE WORKS This handsome waterfront venue sounds like a liquor store, but it’s a sleeper of a full-service restaurant hiding in the swanky Lido Marina Village development. Hyper-seasonal and prettily plated, notable creations include Dory Fleet catches of the day, opulent Iberico secreto pork, a solid burger, and one glorious chocolate mousse. 3408 Via Oporto, 949-529-2784. $$ MALIBU FARM LIDO Malibu farm girl and native Swede Helene Henderson adds another ocean-air venue for colorful organic fare. The all-day menu boasts fat burritos, fruit-covered grain, or yogurt bowls and savory options that include the bestseller, an outstanding fried egg sandwich with great bacon

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Gourmet creations with kooky names are meticulous stacks of top ingredients with exacting ratios, so every ’wich is scrumptious to the last bite. A surfer vibe extends to hearty breakfasts at 7 a.m. daily, starring Golden State Coffee Roaster coffee. 2823 Newport Blvd., 949-220-9001. Beer and wine. See Huntington Beach and Irvine locations. Fourth location (not reviewed) in Newport Beach at 101 Newport Center Drive. $ SHOREBIRD Hidden inside the Vue Newport enclave, Shorebird is invisible until you enter the airy split-level space dominated by its waterfront view. Expect contemporary American fare plus familiar side detours for sushi and tacos. Best bets include Duroc pork chop, lump crab cakes, avocado fries. 2220 Newport Blvd., 949-287-6627. $$$ SUSHI ROKU The sixth location of this Cal-Japanese concept makes a huge impression with striking decor and vibrant cuisine. If the dining room’s busier than the sushi bar, blame the thoughtfully designed and executed menu, notably dishes such as fluke kumquat sashimi, blue crab tartare, Prime ribeye Japonais, and the deconstructed s’mores. The creative sushi deserves a night all its own, and the bar and patio offer their own vibes. Look for scores of noodles, salads, and bento boxes at lunch, and sakes. 327 Newport Center Drive, 949-706-3622. $$$ TACO ROSA With agave-sweetened margaritas and house-made churros, these flagships of the Taco Mesa chain take fresh Mex to the max. 2632 San Miguel Road, 949720-0980. See Irvine location. $$ TAVERN HOUSE KITCHEN + BAR David Wilhelm, the county’s restaurant laureate, returns to Newport Beach with this fetching and welcome rehab of a waterside venue. Menus read like a playlist of Wilhelm’s champion recipes tweaked for 2020. Standout new dishes for dinner

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Crispy pork belly confit at Marché Moderne dinner and weekend brunch include red snapper Veracruzana, Buddha bowls, sirloin meatballs, and fried chicken with malted waffles. Look for a natty pre-sunset happy hour on weekdays. 333 Bayside Drive, 949-673-8464. $$ TOMMY BAHAMA RESTAURANT, BAR & STORE This local favorite strives to remain relevant. The coastal cuisine is well-executed, from a menu that keeps up with dishes such as seared scallop sliders, za’atar-crusted ahi tuna with Beluga lentils, and filet mignon flatbread. As always, drinks are inviting with a tropical theme; the mai tai is the best around. A super-sleek new patio is lighter, brighter, and bigger.

This is a great place to meet for happy hour. 854 Avocado Ave., 949-760-8686. $$ THE WINERY RESTAURANT & WINE BAR The snazzy venue overlooks the yacht and Duffy boat traffic in Newport Harbor, flaunting its waterfront charms with 180-degree views from two floors plus a cigar patio. The space sizzles with bonhomie— and diners who love their surf, turf, wine, and VIP treatment. Expect cosseting service from partners JC Clow, William Lewis, and executive chef Yvon Goetz.

Best bets include Goetz’s signature Alsatian “pizza” and the Colorado buffalo carpaccio. 3131 W. Coast Highway, 949-999-6622. See Tustin location. $$$

NE WPORT COAST THE BEACHCOMBER The surf’s-edge view might be better than the food, but the drinks and eats are good enough to keep this iconic spot packed with beachgoers, especially in summer. Stick with basics such as grilled artichokes, lobster club, and stuffed salmon. Executive chef Carlos Olivera oversees the breakfast, lunch, and 134 Ora nge C o ast • August 2022

dinner menus that change slightly each season. 15 Crystal Cove, 949-376-6900. $$$ BLUEFIN Adroit chef Takashi Abe applies his considerable talents to pristine ingredients he fashions into gorgeous works of edible Japanese art. His omakase is transcendent (and cheaper at lunch). The setting is suitably spare and visually soothing. Superior sake selection. 7952 E. Pacific Coast Highway, 949-7157373. $$$ MARCHÉ MODERNE The finest French bistro south of BEST NEW RESTAURANT Beverly Hills is reborn in coastal digs 2018 that express a fresh chapter for the redoubtable Florent and Amelia Marneau. Added space and oversize windows let the outdoors into a room that oozes grace and sophistication. Beloved dishes such as Spanish octopus with chorizo return to the dinner menu alongside new creations from the open kitchen—think crispy suckling pigs and beans, a three-day cassoulet. Amelia’s new desserts include ravishing Napoleons served weekends only.

7862 E. Pacific Coast Highway, 714-434-7900. $$$ MASTRO’S OCEAN CLUB O.C.’s flashiest hipsters gather here to be nursed like they’re bleeding cash. And they are. Megamartinis, obese lobsters, and Bible-thick steaks don’t come cheap, but this dramatic setting does offer the ocean view and suave service worthy of its position as our finest castle of cholesterol consumption. Thursdays are famed for singles action that approaches tournament level. 8112 E. Coast Highway, 949-376-6990.

See South Coast Metro location. $$$ WASA SUSHI James Hamamori cemented his stardom at this striking shopping-center spot brimming with devotees of modern spins on sushi. Renowned for

such fare as salmon with ginger sauce and fresh orange. Exceptional selection of salads, appetizers, and entrees as well. 1344 Bison Ave., 949-760-1511.

Beer and wine. $$ ZOV’S NEWPORT COAST This attractive shopping center offshoot of the popular original Zov’s in Tustin is a go-to patio cafe that lures locals with creative Cal-Med dishes such as Moroccan salmon salad, spiced lamb burger, and pomegranate baby back ribs. Desserts are a standout, as are cocktails and chic mezze starters. 21123 Newport Coast Drive, 949-760-9687. See Tustin location. $$$

ORANGE BOSSCAT KITCHEN & LIBATIONS Old Towne’s newest gastropub thoughtfully transforms a historic corner into a lively whiskey bar serving worthy eats with a Southern accent. Look for Parmesan-crusted meatloaf, gulf shrimp and grits, and a yowza burger. The service is sharp. Sunday brunch and a robust midweek happy hour. 118 W. Chapman Ave., 714-716-1599. $$ HAVEN CRAFT KITCHEN + BAR A serious contender in the gastropub category, this popular storefront in Old Towne lures a mixed crowd of brew fanatics and foodies, thanks to a rich roster of esoteric suds and polished pub grub from chef Craig Brady. Dishes such as a braised lamb pappardelle and coriander roasted baby carrots. Lunch and early dinner are options for bypassing the deafening din that rises with the crowd. 190 S. Glassell St., 714-221-0680. $$

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THE HOBBIT Gustatory delights worthy of Gatsby attract diners on special occasions to this gracious hacienda, where dinners are seven-course pageants that start with bubbly and nibbles in the wine cellar, and end hours later on the cigar patio. Each night’s menu is set weeks in advance—and so are most reservations. 2932 E. Chapman Ave., 714-997-1972. Reservations required. $$$

PLACENTIA EL FAROLITO Often packed tighter than a taquito, this is a go-to favorite for traditional border fare, served fast and friendly. Pass the wait with an icy Negra Modelo— regulars know to grab one from the cooler out front.

Huevos dishes—rancheros, machaca, chorizo—are popular on weekend mornings, and served until 3 p.m. 201 S. Bradford Ave., 714-993-7880. $ FISH IN A BOTTLE Sleepy Placentia gets some modern chow at this maverick mom-and-pop cafe that supplements California cuisine with elaborate, innovative sushi rolls. If a Tuscan roll with grilled veggies and balsamic reduction doesn’t intrigue, go traditional with the soft-shell crabs with crispy tomato, or seared ahi with squash-seed crust. The casual cafe has a sushi bar for purists. 1205 E. Imperial Highway, 714528-4000. Beer, wine, and sake. $$

RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA THE BLIND PIG KITCHEN & BAR Lakeside seats, terrific craft cocktails, and daring fare by young chef Karl Pfleider earn local love for this rare gastro-canteen in Rancho Santa Margarita. Midweek tapas start at 3 p.m. with goodies such as steak tartare with pistachio XO sauce. But wait until 5 p.m. for the mahi-mahi with paprika mole. 31431 Santa Margarita Parkway, 949888-0072. Second location (not reviewed) in Yorba Linda, 4975 Lakeview Ave., 714-485-2593. $$ CARMELITA’S KITCHEN This lakefront sprawler offers top-notch Cal-Mex fare from the culinary vision of owner Clemente Heredia Jr., a third-generation operator. Expect Prime beef in the steak tampiqueña, Kurobuta pork in the wonderful carnitas. Outstanding margaritas.

Warm, spiffy service. 31441 Santa Margarita Parkway, 949-709-7600. See Laguna Beach location. $$

SAN CLEMENTE BRICK The menu of authentic, seasonal cuisine says Italy, but the unfussy setting and beach-casual regulars make for a solid California vibe at this trattoria by chef-owner David Pratt. Thin-crust pizzas from the wood-fired Valoriani oven are composed with care, but don’t miss the house-made pastas and seasonal salads. Amazing meatballs, too. 216 N. El Camino Real, 949-429-1199. $$

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The rear counter offers a distant ocean view. 1402 S. El Camino Real, 949-441-7621. Beer and wine. $ NICK’S On a prime stretch of vintage Avenida del Mar, this inviting bar and grill is just urbane enough to lure grown-ups who prefer to skip the surfer grub scene in favor of crackerjack cocktails and a compact allday menu of comfort classics with a modern twist.

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213 Avenida del Mar, 949-481-2200. See Laguna Beach location. $$ SOUTH OF NICK’S From the festive boxes of Chiclets at the reception station to scores of fine-sipping tequilas at the roomy bar, this beach burg shop from the team behind Nick’s is all about hospitality and scratch cooking. Cocktails are special, so are desserts, but don’t miss the feel-good dishes such as mini-sopes, sea bass in poblano cream, and pork chile verde. 110 N. El Camino Real, 949-481-4545. Second location

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(not reviewed) in Laguna Beach at 540 S. Coast Hwy., 949-376-8595. $$ VINE A decor revamp of the cozy dining room and a menu overhaul add up to impressive new heights, because owner Russ Bendel Jr. wisely gives sauce monster and executive chef Jared Cook full reign over the kitchen. Look for killer duck wings and nightly specials that tend to sell out. A garden out back only sweetens this beach burg gem. 211 N. El Camino Real, 949-361-2079. Dinner only. $$$

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L’HIRONDELLE This pudgy, white adobe in the mission’s shadow charms with home cooking of the French-Belgian sort. The snug room has a cozy aura for chilly nights; the flowery patio suits the cuisine. 31631 Camino Capistrano, 949-661-0425. Beer and wine. $$ MAYFIELD Modern, hyper-seasonal California fare meets the timeless food ways of the Middle East at this ingenious newcomer. Breezy two-story digs include a pretty quartz bar for leading-edge cocktails. Do try fried eggplant, lamb meatballs, and shareable dips. By day, look for indulgent brunch dishes. 31761 Camino Capistrano, 949-218-5140. $$$ PUBLIC 74 This county-line gastropub radiates a welcoming vibe that attracts customers of all types to its fauxramshackle chic, second-story venue. Craft brews, booze, and decidedly eclectic eats change often, as executive chef Gerry Kent keeps the smallish menu seasonal. Definitely consider the two-handed Reuben, and there’s a seasonal monster burger. 27211 Ortega Highway, 949-481-2723. $$ RAMOS HOUSE CAFÉ A sweet adobe hiding in the historic Los Rios district, Ramos House Café turns out some of South County’s

most delectable daytime fare. Contemporary and clever American breakfasts and lunches (brunch on weekends) have a distinct Southern accent that fits the rustic, alfresco setting with passing trains as soundtrack. Look for ethereal biscuits and crab hash. And don’t miss the killer bloody mary. 31752 Los Rios St., 949-443-1342. $$

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BENCHMARK Quirky and capable, this Santa Ana newcomer goes all-in for alfresco, luring diners with a tree-shaded setting on a vintage residential street. The modest menu of American bistro dishes is just big enough to have wide appeal. Happy hour and weekend brunch have a backyard party vibe. Dinner surprises with upmarket dishes, say a lovely bavette steak atop celery root puree. 601 E. Santa Ana Blvd., 714-480-0225. $$ CHATO’S BAR AND GRILL This intrepid Mexican canteen offers less-familiar dishes—corundas, roast quail—alongside comfort favorites such as ceviche and chilaquiles. Michoacán native Sergio Ortega previously of Descanso, is executive chef. Inaugural meals include dinner nightly and Sunday brunch. Commendable drinks.

400 N. Broadway, 714-852-3256. $$ EL MERCADO MODERN CUISINE Deceptively bare bones, the menu offers about 20 dishes, each showcasing a regional recipe from Mexico’s distinctive territories. Don’t miss a sublime aguachile verde. Also impressive: crisp tacos ahogado in hot broth. We loved the guajillo salsa-soaked bread in the open-face pork pambazo at brunch.

Inventive cocktails lean on mezcal and house-made bitters. The vintage site with soaring ceilings seats 115 and boasts modern artwork. Expect kind, unflappable service. 301 N. Spurgeon St., 714-338-2446. $$

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SE AL BE ACH 320 MAIN Seal Beach’s dark-but-cheerful indie venue boasts a long-respected cocktail program, and chef Jamie Carrano complements those craft cocktails with a menu of rich, high-flavor fare. Think bone marrow Wellington, and for brunch, fried chicken Benedict.

Fun day-of-the-week specials include Tiki Tuesday and Wine and Whiskey Wednesday. 320 Main St., 562-799-6246. $$ MAHÉ Mahé is a hot spot for locals. Entertainment and a lively bar are the backdrops for sushi, steaks, and seafood. The inventive rolls, such as the salmon bomb, will make you a regular. 1400 Pacific Coast Highway, 562-431-3022. Dinner only. $$$

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Tight focus on the fare makes dining at this South Coast Plaza hot spot better than ever.

Executive chef Ron Lee makes delicious harmony with matriarch master chef Helene An’s spicy beef tacos and roasted New Zealand lamb rack, as well as her fabled roast crab (Tuesday only). Zen chic decor turns heads. Drinks at the dramatic bar dazzle the cocktail crowd, but try Sunday brunch for a more kickback experience, or snag a padded stool at the adjacent noodle bar. 3333 Bristol St., 714-5575679. $$$

ANTONELLO RISTORANTE For more than three decades South Coast Plaza’s Italian grand diva has reigned for ultrafine feasting on authentic, traditional dishes backed by a savvy wine selection deep with Italian stars. House-made pastas, breads, and desserts. The restaurant’s aura of privilege is underscored by pampering service for VIPs. . 3800 South Plaza Drive, 714-751-7153. $$$ DARYA Don’t let the chandeliers and acres of marble deceive—this convivial Persian dining room isn’t staid or formal. It’s de facto party central for the county’s Persian expats, their kin, and others who enjoy superb renditions of Middle Eastern kebabs, rice dishes, and classics such as fesenjon, a savory meat entree. Efficient service and huge portions make this a good choice for groups. 3800 South Plaza Drive, 714-557-6600. $$ DIN TAI FUNG Fans happily endure long waits to satisfy their craving for xiao long bao, juicy pork dumplings, handpleated with care. Bowls of noodles, rice, and stacks of bamboo steamers crowd tables as diners blend their own aromatic dipping sauce from rich soy, black vinegar, and shreds of fresh ginger. 3333 Bristol St., 714-549-3388. $$ HAMAMORI Sushi master artist James Hamamori applies persuasive talent to this South Coast Plaza penthouse dazzler of a sushi bar. Son Jim is now behind the bar, too, but this heavenly venue also shows off non-sushi dishes such as uni floating in edamame puree, Kobe rissole, and miso-marinated lamb

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chops. Omakase is truly top-notch. 3333 Bear St., 714-850-0880. $$$ KNIFE PLEAT South Coast Plaza’s rarefied penthouse shines ever brighter with Orange County’s newest Michelin star recipient, helmed by chef Tony Esnault and partner Yassmin Sarmadi. The Michelinacclaimed duo from Los Angeles was destined to see stars again with this radiant backdrop for Esnault’s graceful cuisine and Sarmadi’s courtly hospitality. Look for butter-poached lobster, forest mushroom melange, and the signature legumes de saison when nature allows. Save room for Germain Biotteau’s inimitable desserts. Friday and Saturday night tasting menus are utterly indulgent. 3333 Bristol St., 714-266-3388. Closed Sunday and Monday. $$$ MASTRO’S STEAKHOUSE Be prepared for gargantuan portions, with drinks to match. Mastro’s offers Prime steaks, wet-aged for 28 days. A hand-cut, 33-ounce chef’s ribeye, and a 48-ounce, double-cut porterhouse will tame the biggest appetite. Retro sides include twice-baked potato and creamed spinach. 633 Anton Blvd., 714-546-7405.

See Newport Coast location. Dinner only. $$$ OUTPOST KITCHEN A native of Australia’s Gold Coast, founder Jay Lewis brings a surf culture vibe and his passion for clean eats to the second location of the daytime cafe. Slick and sun splashed, the new venue adds cocktails to a site ideal for pre-theater dining or a breezy patio brunch with friends. Best bites include berry pancakes and the Kingswood lamb sandwich, as well

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Mapo tofu at Paradise Dynasty as smoothies and bowls. 3420 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714-852-3044 $$ PARADISE DYNAST Y Singapore’s largest restaurant group opts for the Bloomingdale’s end of South Coast Plaza for its first U.S. operation with this wildly popular soup dumpling specialist that pioneered xiao long bao, oozing with luxury ingredients that include black truffles, foie gras, and crab roe. Ultramodern digs seat diners in view of an exhibition kitchen where 20 artisans handcraft a steady flow of dumplings to support a 75-dish menu starring dim sum and Sichuan classics.

Walk-up wait list. 3333 Bristol St., 714-617-4630 $$ RITTER’S STEAM KETTLE COOKING Chef-partner Mike Ritter and crew create CajunCreole magic in 12 steam-heated steel caldrons that cook seductive versions of gumbo, chowder, and the legendary pan poast—a heady concoction of various shellfish bubbling in a rich sauce of cream, tomato, and secret spices, topped with a dome of perfect jasmine rice—that’s by far the bestselling dish. 1421 W. MacArthur Blvd., 714-850-1380. Beer and wine. $$ ROYAL KHYBER Arun Puri, the creator behind Orange County’s first Indian restaurant, is still buying the spices and manning the tandoor oven in the skilled kitchen at this upscale choice for first-rate renditions of classics such as butter chicken, tikka masala, and the signature Khyber’s Nectar. 1621 W. Sunflower Ave., 714436-1010. $$ TABLEAU KITCHEN AND BAR South Coast Plaza’s shiny new addition categorizes its cuisine as New American—a hazy designation for chef-owner John Park’s canny brunch and dinner menus that defy easy labels. Think fried burrata sandwich with pumpkin seed pesto, souffle-light berry pancakes with chamomile whipped cream, and shrimp and grits with surprise slices of lap cheong.

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TERRACE BY MIX MIX Canny chef-owner Ross Pangilinan’s minimalist aerie overlooking the stylish Bridge of Gardens skywalk at South Coast Plaza lacks a full bar, but it has wine and beer and is open daily with ample free parking. Fans love the three-course lunch, but weekend brunch with its mimosa cart beguiles, and dinner offers the best prix fixe in the center. Don’tmiss dishes include Asian ribs, hamachi crudo, and pork cheek adobo. 3333 Bear St., 657-231-6447. $$ VACA Top chef Amar Santana and ace partner Ahmed Labbate return to Costa Mesa with an exuberant, singular ode to Spain. Santana sidesteps the “eat local” crusade, offering peerless jamon Iberico, lush bomba rice for paellas, and verdant Mahon gin for cocktails. Dozens of authentic tapas beg to be tried, but do consider excellent wood-grilled steaks, dryaged in-house. Dinner tables at prime times are scarce, so plan, wait, or aim for lunch. 695 Town Center Drive, 714-463-6060. $$$

TUSTIN CENTRO STORICO Old Town Tustin’s new kid on the old block transforms a vintage building into a spaghetteria and bar, plus a back-pocket cafe. Artisan, fresh daily pasta is the latest effort from the Pozzuoli family behind Centro, the excellent micro pizzeria next door. Signature dishes include Capperi e Olive (casarecca), Aglione (bucatini), and grilled porterhouse for two. 405 El Camino Real., 714-258-8817. $$ CHAAK Gabbi and Ed Patrick of Gabbi’s Kitchen chose Old Town to show off the county’s most sophisticated take on the regional fare of Mexico’s wondrous Yucatán Peninsula, naming their new location after the Mayan rain god. The dazzling

space features a retractable roof and sliding Roman shades to lovely effect. Must-have dishes include sikil pec, a roasted pumpkin seed dip, as well as cochinita pibil and carne cruda. A 16-seat bar invites lingering over elaborate cocktails or a glass from an uncommonly diverse wine list. 215 El Camino Real, 657-699-3019. $$$ THE WINERY RESTAURANT & WINE BAR The O.C. power crowd doesn’t care that this isn’t a winery, but a huge, handsome restaurant that attracts disciples of steak, wine, and cigars. They’re exactly the folks you’d expect would follow partners JC Clow and William Lewis from their previous gig at Morton’s, with executive chef Yvon Goetz in tow.

Best bets include Goetz’s signature Alsatian “pizza” and the Colorado buffalo carpaccio. If the 7,500-bottle wine cellar isn’t enough, you can always purchase a private wine locker. 2647 Park Ave., 714-258-7600.

See Newport Beach location. $$$ THE YELLOW CHILLI The Yellow Chilli is another franchise by Sanjeev Kapoor, India’s mega-celebrity chef. Bigger than Wolfgang or Martha. The massive menu proves the master chef isn’t stingy with recipes, not after writing more than 150 cookbooks. Knowledgeable servers help navigate the options. Don’t miss Sham Savera, one of Kapoor’s most famous creations: open-face spinach dumplings filled with fresh white paneer that float in silky tomato gravy spiked with garlic, cardamom, and mace. 2463 Park Ave., 714-389-5280. $$ ZOV’S TUSTIN BISTRO Fans love Zov Karamardian’s modern, creative way with Mediterranean flavors. Zov keeps her flagship venue fresh and stylish. Expect Cal-Med dishes such as Moroccan salmon salad, spiced lamb burger, and pomegranate baby back ribs. Desserts are a standout, as are cocktails and chic mezze starters. The patio cafe out back stays busy at lunch and weekend breakfast. 17440 E. 17th St., 714-838-8855. See Newport Coast location. $$$

YORBA LINDA BLUE AGAVE Southwestern favorites, from tamales to carnitas, and mole enchiladas in generous portions, keep regulars coming back. For something different, try the Puerto Nuevo tostada with shrimp, mahi-mahi, sour cream, and raspberries in a pumpkin seed-citrus dressing. 18601 Yorba Linda Blvd., 714-970-5095. $$ THE WILD ARTICHOKE Chef-owner James D’Aquila and his winsome crew raise the culinary bar at this teensy, modest storefront. Expect skillful, gourmet incarnations of comfort fare, such as pasta Bolognese. Desserts are few but mighty. 4973 Yorba Ranch Road, 714-777-9646.

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xperiencing vibrant health and vitality requires discipline and intentionality. In this special section we outline tips and tricks to help you thrive during every stage of life.

Stay hydrated. Remember – once you feel thirsty, you are already dehydrated. Drink up!

Live creatively. Come home to The Covington, a secluded, gated neighborhood of resort-style living in Aliso Viejo. Recognized as the best senior living retirement community in Orange County, The Covington offers Creative Living, a philosophy of life-long learning, growth, and social and cultural connections. Throughout the landscaped grounds and thoughtfully designed residences, discover welcoming, casual sophistication and enviable retirement living. ecsforseniors.org Practice positivity. Incorporate positive affirmations into your daily habits.

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Explore senior living. Belmont Village Senior Living is an integrated developer, owner, and operator of best-inclass seniors housing. Belmont Village communities are renowned for distinctive design and high standards of life safety, with top-quality clinical care and leading edge, award-winning programs. Belmont Village is a nationally recognized provider of Independent Living, Assisted Living and ground-breaking, evidence-based Memory Care. Belmontvillage.com Keep kids healthy. CHOC is committed to being a leading destination for children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. CHOC's growing community includes two state-of-the-art hospitals in Orange and Mission Viejo and a regional network of primary and specialty care clinics. CHOC offers several clinical programs of excellence providing the highest levels of care for the most serious pediatric illnesses and injuries, physical and mental. CHOC's research and innovation institutes translate real patient needs into realworld treatments so every child can live the heathiest and happiest life possible. choc.org.

Pursue your passion. Paint, write, garden, dance, redecorate –you might discover a new obsession!

Age well. The Council on Aging Southern California has been a leading nonprofit provider in the aging services sector since 1973, providing unbiased information, programs, and services to more than 100,000 adults and their families across five counties. It promotes the independence, health, and dignity of older adults through compassion, education and advocacy. coasc.org Maintaining overall wellness is more important now than ever. Focus on small changes that can make a big difference in your pursuit of physical and emotional health.

A LIFE WELL LIVED. A LIFE WELL EARNED. Since 1998, Belmont Village has safely delivered an unparalleled senior living experience for thousands of families. Collaborations with experts from the nation’s top healthcare institutions and universities, including UCLA and USC, have established our national leadership in demonstrably effective cognitive health and wellness programs. Combining the highest levels of hospitality and care, our communities make life worth living.

Learn more at BelmontVillage.com/LosAngeles

Medication management with licensed nurse on-site 24/7 | Circle of Friends® award-winning memory care Dedicated Alzheimer’s care | Physical therapy, rehabilitation and fitness | Nationally-recognized, highly trained staff

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Your Community Awaits At The Covington, holistic health and wellness is not just an idea, it is a way of life. Here, you will discover the choices you deserve, the freedoms you desire, and flexibility you can count on. Enjoy effortless, resort-style living in the heart of Aliso Viejo.

Schedule Your Visit (949) 281-0174 thecovington.org

Make your next move your best move.

A proud member of the ECS family of communities. Celebrating 100 years. Proudly nonprofit.

The Covington, 3 Pursuit Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 RCFE 306-002255, SNF 060000937, COA 224

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This project was supported, in whole or in part, by grant number(s) 2101CAMISH, 2101CAMIAA, 2101CAMIDR, from the U.S. Administration for Community Living (ACL), Department of Health and Human Services, Washington, D.C. 20201. Grantees undertaking projects with government sponsorship are encouraged to express freely their findings and conclusions. Points of view or opinions do not, therefore, necessarily represent official ACL policy. This project is funded in part through a grant from the California Department of Aging, as allocated by the Orange County Board of Supervisors and administered by the Office on Aging.

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A GUIDE TO HEALTH AND WELLNESS

RESOURCE GUIDE A Perfect Fit Enderle Center 17300 E. 17th St., Ste. A Tustin, CA 92780 (714) 665-5994 aperfectfitonline.com -------------------Belmont Village Senior Living 300 Freedom Ln. Aliso Viejo, CA 9265 (949) 643-1050 belmontvillage.com -------------------Bikini Fit Club Newport Beach (949) 212-5445 bikinifitclub.com -------------------CHOC 1201 W. La Veta Ave. Orange, CA 92868 (714) 599-8808 choc.org -------------------Concierge Podiatry & Spa 495 Old Newport Blvd.

Ste. 300 Newport Beach, CA 92663 (949) 650-1147 conciergepodiatryspa.com -------------------Council on Aging 2 Executive Circle, Ste. 175 Irvine, CA 92614 (714) 560-0424 (800) 434-0222 coasc.org/prevent -------------------The Covington 3 Pursuit Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 (949) 281-0174 thecovington.org -------------------Enagic 4115 Spencer St. Torrance, CA 90503 (310) 542-7700 enagic.com

Kaiser Permanente (833) 574-2273 kp.kaiserpermanente.org

UCI Health — Newport Beach 2161 San Joaquin Hills Road Newport Beach, CA 92660

Kaiser Permanente Orange County – Anaheim 3440 E. La Palma Ave. Anaheim, CA 92806

UCI Health — Tustin 1451 Irvine Blvd.

Tustin, CA 92780 (714) 838-8878

Kaiser Permanente Orange County – Irvine 6640 Alton Pkwy.

Irvine, CA 92618

UCI Health — Orange Main Street 293 S. Main St., Ste. 200 Orange, CA 92868 (714) 838-8848

Kaiser Permanente Health Pavillion 200 S. Lewis St. Orange, CA 92868 -------------------Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange 1100 W. Stewart Dr. Orange, CA 92868 (714) 771-8000 Providence.org -------------------Steven Miyamoto DDS, Fullerton Oral 113 W. Amerige Ave., Ste. B Fullerton, CA 92832 (714) 525-1178 fullertonoralsurgery.com -------------------UCI Health ucihealth.org UCI Medical Center 101 The City Drive South Orange, CA 92868 (714) 456-7809 UCI Health Gottschalk Medical Plaza 1 Medical Plaza Drive Irvine, CA 92697 (949) 824-8600 UCI Health outpatient services 1640 Newport Blvd.

Costa Mesa, CA 92627 (714) 456-7720

UCI Health — Yorba Linda 18637 Yorba Linda Blvd.

Yorba Linda, CA 92886 (714) 790-8600 -------------------Senior Resource Group La Vida at Mission Viejo Independent & Assisted Living · Memory Care 27783 Center Drive Mission Viejo, CA 92692 (949) 625-1533 Lavidamissionviejo.com Las Palmas Independent & Assisted Living · Memory Care 24962 Calle Aragon Laguna Woods, CA 92637 (949) 382-1144 Laspalmasseniorliving.com The Regency Independent & Assisted Living 24441 Calle Sonora Laguna Woods, CA 92637 (949) 441-4177 Theregencyseniorliving.com The Wellington Independent & Assisted Living 24903 Moulton Parkway Laguna Woods, CA 92653 (949) 377-0292 Thewellingtonseniorliving. com

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Orange Coast magazine hosted its first Kickass Women Luncheon presented by City of Hope Orange County at The Ebell Santa Ana. The afternoon gave attendees the opportunity to catch up, make new connections and celebrate the wonderful women in our community.

Guests mixed and mingled during the networking hour, updated their headshots at the complimentary Cadillac photography studio with Rush Varela as well as made wishes on the City of Hope Wishing Tree.

Guests headed into the main room for a seated lunch provided by Colette’s Catering & Events and menu curated by Chef Stefano Ciociola.

As guests enjoyed their meal together City of Hope’s Dr. Jennifer Tseng started the program with an inspirational message followed by a Q&A session moderated by Orange Coast’s Alan Gibbons with panelists Yassmin Sarmadi of Knife Pleat, Jennifer Friend of Project Hope Alliance and City of Hope Orange County’s Annette Walker.

For more party pics and event video, visit orangecoast.com and go to Event Party & Pics.

Photo Credit: Ron Levy Photography

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In May 2020, Irvine’s Charlotte Ding climbed Mount Everest at age 15, making her one of the youngest to summit. by Amy DePaul

What inspired you to make this climb?

After I summited Mount Kilimanjaro when I was 13, my uncle (who had climbed Everest) suggested I try the North Col (a climbing destination on Everest). From there, I could see the top. I said, “One day I will summit.”

What was it like to write a goodbye letter to your family beforehand, in case of death?

The main idea was to say thank you to my parents. They supported my dream. And I said, “I’m sorry for making you guys worry about my grades.” It was sad to write, and I hoped they would never see it. After I summitted, I threw it away. It was bad luck.

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How did you respond to seeing the bodies of fallen climbers along the route?

On the day of the summit, there were about 10 bodies. One corpse was really close to me—like 2 centimeters from my feet. After I saw the bodies, I mentally got stronger. I thought, “I don’t want to be the next person to stay on the mountain forever.”

And what about the summit?

That day was cloudy, and it was white everywhere. It wasn’t perfect. The next day, I was able to see the sunrise and the sunset from transition camp (farther down the mountain). That was more memorable.

What’s ahead for you this fall, and in your sport?

I’m so excited about my college life; I feel like USC is my dream school. I think my major will be psychology. I want to help athletes. And I want to finish what we call the “seven plus two,” the tallest mountain on each continent, plus the North and South Poles.

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Watch her TEDx Talk at orangecoast.com/charlotte-ding.

photograph by E M I LY J . D AV I S

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