Medical Specialty:

Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery

Urogynecology

Conditions Treated:

Urinary incontinence

Urinary Retention

Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Fecal Incontinence

Sexual Dysfunction related to previous surgery

Pelvic Pain

Interstitial cystitis (IC)

urinary tract injury consultation

Urogenital Fistula

Urinary tract infection - chronic or recurrent

Counseling regarding elective cesarean section

Procedures Performed:

minimally-invasive surgery for recurrent prolapse or incontinence

Midurethral Slings

Mini/one incision slings

Sacral neuromodulation

Sacrocolpopexy

Autologous fascia slings

Periurethral bulking agent injection

Trigger point injections

Urogenital fistula repair

Modified McIndoe

Removal of pelvic foreign bodies

Bladder Botox Injections

Medically-indicated cosmetic surgery

Medical Groups:

Loma Linda University Gynecology & Obstetrics

Accepted Insurance:

* Please verify insurance coverage prior to service

Languages:

English

Farsi

Education:

Other: BA, Molecular and Cell Biology, University of California, Berkeley, CA

Other: BA, Psycology, Universitgy of California, Berkeley, CA

Medical School: New York Medical College

Other: MS, Clinical and Translational Research, Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH

Residency: Loma Linda University Medical Center

Fellowship: Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Trihealth Good Samaritan Hospital, Cincinnati, OH

Philosophy of Care:

Pelvic Floor disorders are more common than was once thought. Fortunately, many of these conditions can be resolved in a minimally invasive fashion which leads to a quick recovery. At Loma Linda University Medical Center, we use state-of-art diagnostic equipment and proven therapies. We pride ourselves on bringing the highest quality of patient care.

Clinical Interest:

Treatment of complicated pelvic floor dysfunction management of fecal incontinence, re-creation of functional vaginal canal, management of urinary tract injury.

Hobbies:

Spending time with wife Samantha, walking dog Benny, culinary arts, running, hiking, and tennis