Ms. Michael obtained her degree of medicine and surgery from Ain Shams University in Cairo in 1989. In 2004, she received her medical degree from the University of California in Davis. Since, she has practiced at various clinics and hospitals including: Pacifica Hospital, Beverly Hospital, and Golden Valley Health Centers. She is also fluent in Arabic. Ms. Michael likes to serve her family. She enjoys being out in the open especially at the San Diego beaches and Palos Verdes.
Dr. Sy is a board-certified pediatrician. She received her pediatric training at Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital and has been serving the San Fernando Valley communities since 1995, promoting the well-being of all children. In her free time, Dr. Sy enjoys traveling, good food, and watching baseball.
Dr. Mercado obtained her Doctorate of Dental Medicine from Centro Escolar University and joins us with over 30 years of previous dental experience working with organizations including Smile Wide and Western Dental Services among others. She is fluent in Tagalog and is looking forward to assisting CCHC’s staff and its many patients.
Dr. Baghoumian received her Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences from UCI. She then attended Western University College of Optometry to receive her doctoral degree in optometry. Dr. Baghoumian’s training includes various sites in SoCal, seeing patients of all age groups. She is experienced in comprehensive eye care including treating and managing ocular disease, prescribing spectacles and contact lenses. In addition, Dr. Baghoumian has co-managed patients for refractive surgery, cataract extraction and various retinal surgeries as well. In her spare time, Dr. Baghoumian enjoys reading, hiking, swimming and spending time with her family.
Ms. Mary Ann Chung is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She received her MSN and Post-Master’s degree in Nurse Practitioner from Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science. Ms. Chung is also an experienced registered nurse for 6 years and served diverse patients and different specialties. She is fluent both in English and Tagalog.
Dr. Michael Eshaghian, MD, is a leading obstetrician and gynecologist serving Encino, Tarzana, Sherman Oaks, Woodland Hills, and Studio City, California, offering a broad array of treatment options for women of all ages. After earning his Bachelor’s Degree at UCLA, Dr. Eshaghian completed his medical degree at Ross University School of Medicine, followed by a residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Nassau University Medical Center, an affiliate of Stony Brook Medical School where he served as Chief Resident. During his residency, he also trained at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. Dr. Eshaghian is board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is skilled in the safest, most effective and most advanced techniques to help women enjoy optimal health.
Dr. Iqbal received his medical education from King Edward Medical College in Lahore, Pakistan and joins us with over 15 years of previous experience. He has worked with notable organizations including: Huntington Memorial Hospital, Los Robles Medical Center, Methodist Hospital, and Twin Cities Community Hospital among others. He is board certified in Internal Medicine as well as Nephrology and is fluent in Urdu, Hindi, and Punjabi. Interests include: soccer, basketball, history, and world religions.
I am a nurse practitioner with almost 5 years of experience in the field. I specialize in family medicine and have a wealth of experience in the area. I love my career as a nurse practitioner and find joy in helping others. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family at the beach.
Maricris “Crissy” Sitjar is a board-certified family nurse practitioner that has a specialization in Women’s Health, prenatal, and obstetrics care. She has a doctorate degree in Nursing from the University of Massachusetts and has obtained her Master’s in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner degree in 2013. She also has her diplomate in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine and was board-certified by the American Board of Anti-Aging in 2018, with also 9 years’ experience of being an RN since 2005 preceding her roles as a provider. She brings about 20 years of diverse experience in healthcare, driven by a strong passion for Women’s Health and advocacy for her patients. She speaks English, Tagalog, and Spanish. Outside of her profession, she enjoys traveling, cherishing moments with her dog, bonding with her friends and family, and embracing each day as a celebration of life.