Our medical home model coordinates patient care across our practice and the healthcare system as a whole, creating teams that communicate and collaborate more efficiently to deliver top-quality pediatric care. At Coastal Kids, this patient-centered, team-based approach is the driving force behind everything we do.

Dr. Hurwitz is certified by the American Board of Surgery, a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and fellowship-trained in advanced minimally invasive surgery and surgical oncology. He has been in practice at Hoag Hospital since 1998. His clinical interests include: the application of minimally invasive/robotic surgery to hernia repair, single-incision gallbladder surgery, and gastrointestinal surgery; endocrine surgery (thyroid,... Read More about Michael B. Hurwitz, MD

Allen Murga, M.D., is a board-certified general and vascular surgeon treating a wide range of vascular diseases such as peripheral arterial disease, chronic venous insufficiency, varicose veins, limb wounds, aortic aneurysms, dialysis access and carotid disease. Dr. Murga has a special interest in complex aortic aneurysm pathology and treatment options such as complex endovascular aneurysm repairs. Born and raised in... Read More about Allen G. Murga, MD

Carlos Becerra, M.D., serves as Medical Director of Cancer Research for Hoag Family Cancer Institute, and he practices as a board-certified medical oncologist focusing on gastrointestinal cancers and early phase clinical trial development and implementation. He brings years of experience and a compassionate approach when caring for his patients. Dr. Becerra works with fellow cancer experts to improve the lives... Read More about Carlos R. Becerra, MD

Tara Seery, M.D., attended University College Dublin School of Medicine followed by an internship at Mater Misericordiae Hospital as well as an internship and residency at Caritas St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Boston. She then completed fellowships in hematology/oncology at both Caritas St. Elizabeth Medical Center and University of Illinois at Chicago. Dr. Seery is board certified in Medical Oncology... Read More about Tara E. Seery, MD

Chaitali Nangia, M.D., attended Lady Hardinge Medical College in New Delhi, India followed by a residency at Rush/Resurrection Westlake Hospital in Melrose Park, Illinois. She completed her fellowship in Hematology/Oncology at Josephine Ford Cancer Center at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. Dr. Nangia then joined University of California Irvine as an associate professor in the Hematology/Oncology Division and associate program... Read More about Chaitali S. Nangia, MD

Robert Torrey, III, MD, completed his medical degree at Loma Linda University School of Medicine in Loma Linda, California, followed by an internship and a residency in Urology at Loma Linda University Medical Center. He then completed a two-year fellowship in urologic oncology at City of Hope Cancer Center. While at City of Hope Cancer Center, he was involved with... Read More about Robert R. Torrey III, MD

Dr. Bassett specializes in cancers of the urologic tract including bladder, kidney, prostate, testes, and ureter. He performs both minimally invasive and traditional open surgeries depending on the disease process.Minimally invasive surgical approaches include:Robotic radical cystectomy with intracorporeal creation of the urinary diversion (neobladder, ileal conduit, and continent catheterizable reservoir)Robotic prostatectomy (single port or multiport)Robotic partial and radical nephrectomyRobotic retroperitoneal... Read More about Jeffrey C. Bassett, MD

Dr. Benjamin enjoys working alongside a team of experts in the cancer field to provide high-quality, personal care to patients as a board-certified medical oncologist at Hoag Family Cancer Center. His practice focuses on genitourinary cancers, including prostate, bladder, kidney and testicular cancer. Dr. Benjamin provides a caring environment for his patients, where he works alongside patients on their cancer... Read More about David J. Benjamin, MD

Dr. Jinwen Ingrid Lin earned her Bachelor degree from University of California, San Diego in BioChemistry. She received her medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in Bronx, NY. She completed her residency at LA County + USC Women’s and Children’s Hospital in Los Angeles. She is Board certified with the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She was... Read More about Jinwen I. Lin, MD

From a very young age, Dr. Pantea Mozayeni knew she wanted to be a doctor and help others. She chose a career in obstetrics and gynecology as it affords her the opportunity to work with women of all ages, from adolescents through seniors, during all of their life stages. In practice for over 20 years, Dr. Mozayeni brings compassion and... Read More about Pantea Mozayeni, MD

Dr. Nura Sobhanian completed her medical education and residency training at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix. During residency, she completed the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine course, sparking a lasting passion for integrative health in women's care. She furthered this interest by earning a certification in women's functional medicine with Aviva Romm in 2025 and... Read More about Nura S. Sobhanian, MD

Dr. Speir is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and loves being an advocate for her patients and women’s health. She is an active staff member at Hoag Memorial Hospital. In addition to obstetrics, she specializes in management of gynecologic disorders such as menstrual irregularities, vulvar disorders, fibroids, and contraception. She is also skilled in minimally invasive surgery and certified... Read More about Vinita J. Speir, MD

Jody White Lai, MD is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology with active staff privileges at Hoag Memorial Presbyterian Hospital since 2007. Dr. Lai completed her residency training at University of California Irvine Medical Center and had the honor of being chosen chief resident in her final year. Dr. Lai has been in private practice in Newport Beach for over... Read More about Jody W. Lai, MD

Dr. Karamardian is an active staff member at Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian since 1996, and is the current chair of the department of obstetrics and gynecology there. She has exclusively practiced in Newport Beach, California, specializing in women’s healthcare and special medical needs. Dr. Karamardian is highly skilled and has a lot of experience in high-risk obstetrics, including multiple gestations... Read More about Lisa M. Karamardian, MD

Dr. Brooke Hargrove joined the group on May 1, 2017 and practices out of our Newport Beach office. Dr. Hargrove grew up in Northern California and completed her undergraduate degree at the University of California, Los Angeles. She obtained her medical degree at the University of Hawaii and returned to California for her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the... Read More about Brooke A. Hargrove, MD

Dr. Rhonda Flora moved from the midwest to southern California to pursue her dream of providing obstetrical and gynecologic care for women. She completed her training at the University of California Irvine Medical Center and joined her current practice in 2004. Since then she has had the privilege of guiding women through multiple stages of their lives from the single... Read More about Rhonda M. Flora, MD

Dr. Nicolle Underwood joined the group on February 1, 2017 and practices out of our Newport Beach and Irvine offices. A native of Santa Monica, CA, Dr. Underwood is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology. After more than a decade of medical training and practice on the East Coast, she is excited to return to Southern California. After graduating from... Read More about Nicolle S. Underwood, MD

Lisa N. Abaid, M.D., MPH, FACOG, FACS, is a gynecologic oncologist in Newport Beach and co-director of Gynecologic Oncology. She is also co-director for Hoag’s Breast & Ovarian Cancer Prevention Program. As such, she assists in developing and guiding treatment regimens tailored to “previvors,” women who have tested positive for a genetic mutation that increases their risk for breast and/or... Read More about Lisa N. Abaid, MD

Alberto A. Mendivil, M.D., is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology as well as Gynecologic Oncology. He is an AAGL Center of Excellence in Robotic Surgery (COERS) designee.<br><br>Dr. Mendivil obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Physiology and Neurosciences from the University of California, San Diego before receiving his medical degree at the University of Utah School of Medicine.... Read More about Alberto A. Mendivil, MD

Dr. Antonio Castaneda has dedicated his life to advancing the treatment of gynecological cancers. He received his Medical Degree from the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine followed by an OB/GYN residency at University of Southern California, Los Angeles. Dr. Castaneda then completed his fellowship in gynecologic oncology at The Ohio State University where he trained with some of... Read More about Antonio V. Castaneda, MD

Sharmeen Mahmood, D.O., is a medical oncologist and hematologist at Hoag Family Cancer Institute. At Hoag, Dr. Mahmood treats general hematology and oncology, with a focus on breast oncology. Dr. Mahmood’s treatment philosophy focuses on being adaptable, as a patient’s treatment goals and treatment itself are continually changing. She hopes to empower patients to play an active role in their... Read More about Sharmeen Mahmood, DO

Patricia Hooke is a counseling and mental health provider based in Newport Beach, California. She believes in individualized, patient-centered care built on trust and clear communication. Through attentive listening and open dialogue, she helps patients understand their health and feel confident in their care.