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Mareen Barsoum Greenway, MD, is a family medicine physician in Irvine, California, providing comprehensive primary care for patients across the lifespan. Dr. Greenway focuses on preventive medicine and personalized care, partnering with individuals and families to support long-term wellness through health maintenance, routine screenings, and management of common acute and chronic conditions. She earned her medical degree from Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara Facultad de Medicina. Dr. Greenway is affiliated with College Medical Center South Campus and is eligible to order and refer services for Medicare patients. Known for a practical, patient-centered approach, she emphasizes clear communication and shared decision-making, tailoring care plans to each patient’s goals, values, and day-to-day realities. Dr. Greenway speaks both English and Spanish, helping ensure accessible, compassionate care for a diverse community.

Hien T. Tran, MD, PhD, is a dermatologist providing comprehensive medical and procedural dermatology care in Irvine, California. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed an internal medicine internship at Mount Auburn Hospital. He then pursued advanced training in dermatology through residency at the University of California, Irvine Medical Center, followed by fellowship training at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine. Dr. Tran practices at Seaside Dermatology and Skin Cancer Center and is affiliated with MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center. Dr. Tran’s clinical interests include the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide range of skin, hair, and nail conditions, with experience in skin cancer-related care consistent with a dedicated dermatology and skin cancer practice setting. He has contributed to dermatology literature, including a published case report and participation in a multicenter prospective study examining outcomes and adverse events associated with Mohs micrographic surgery. Dr. Tran is committed to evidence-based care and clear communication, partnering with patients to develop personalized treatment plans. He speaks English.

Chantal Kendall, PsyD, is a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in the Irvine area of Orange County, California. She provides psychotherapy for adults, adolescents, and families, with a focus on helping patients navigate emotional and relational challenges with compassion and clarity. Dr. Kendall treats a range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, perinatal mental health, infertility-related stress, loss and bereavement, and relationship conflict. She also offers LGBTQ-affirmative therapy, creating a supportive space that honors each patient’s identity and lived experience. Her therapeutic style is grounded in psychodynamic and humanistic principles, emphasizing insight, self-understanding, and meaningful change. When helpful, she incorporates cognitive behavioral techniques to address specific symptoms and build practical coping strategies. Dr. Kendall is also a California Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME). She is enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment, and she is in-network with Medicare and TRICARE; support for out-of-network PPO benefits may be available depending on an individual plan.

Bryan Oh, MD, is a neurosurgeon specializing in the surgical care of disorders affecting the brain and spine, with clinical focus on degenerative spine disease and neurotrauma. He earned his medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed neurosurgical residency training at the University of Southern California / Los Angeles General Medical Center. Dr. Oh is board certified in neurological surgery as a Diplomate of the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Prior to his current practice, Dr. Oh served as Director of Neurotrauma at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and Memorial Hermann Hospital, bringing extensive experience in the management of complex traumatic neurologic injuries. He is also active in academic medicine, with peer-reviewed publications in neurosurgical literature. Dr. Oh is a member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons and a Fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. He is committed to delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care, emphasizing thoughtful evaluation, clear communication, and individualized treatment planning for patients facing challenging neurologic and spinal conditions.

Navid Farahmand, MD, is a physician specializing in pain medicine with a background in anesthesiology. He graduated summa cum laude from the University of California, Los Angeles, and earned his medical degree from the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine. Dr. Farahmand completed residency training in anesthesiology at West Virginia University and pursued advanced fellowship training in interventional pain management at the University of Utah. Dr. Farahmand reports dual board certification in anesthesiology and pain management. His practice focuses on interventional pain management for a wide range of conditions, including spinal pain disorders, neuropathic pain, joint pain, and cancer-related pain. He also incorporates care strategies for opioid dependence and detoxification when appropriate as part of a comprehensive pain treatment plan. His procedural approach includes image-guided injections using x-ray or ultrasound guidance, radiofrequency ablation, and spinal cord stimulation. He also has an interest in regenerative medicine approaches, including stem cell therapy, as part of his treatment toolkit. In addition, Dr. Farahmand has described particular expertise in phantom limb pain and has presented on this topic at local and national forums. He speaks English, Farsi, and Spanish.

Carol Rae Soloway, DC, is a California-licensed chiropractor serving the Costa Mesa community. She earned her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Los Angeles Chiropractic College and brings a multidisciplinary academic background that also includes graduate and undergraduate training in English education from Queens College and New York University. Dr. Soloway’s work reflects a strong foundation in clinical chiropractic care as well as medical-legal and utilization review settings. She holds credentialing as a Qualified Medical Examiner and has completed independent medical examiner certification. In addition, she is licensed as an X-ray supervisor and operator, supporting appropriate imaging oversight within chiropractic practice. Beyond clinical care, Dr. Soloway has contributed to the profession through service and leadership. She has served as a chiropractic consultant conducting file and peer-to-peer reviews in workers’ compensation contexts and continues her involvement as a state board chiropractic examiner. Her professional engagement also includes past lecturer and board service with the Academy of Forensic & Industrial Chiropractic Consultants, board participation with the California Chiropractic Association, and leadership as president of the International Association of Women in Orange County.

Tracy Lee, M.D., is a physician specializing in general practice with an academic focus in occupational medicine. She serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Center for Occupational and Environmental Health (COEH) at the UC Irvine School of Medicine, where she contributes to education and clinical initiatives that support the health and well-being of working populations. Dr. Lee brings an interdisciplinary background that integrates clinical medicine, public health, and environmental studies. She earned her medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia and later completed a Master of Public Health at the Medical College of Wisconsin. She also holds a Master of Environmental Science and Management from the University of California, Irvine, and a Bachelor of Science from the Georgia Institute of Technology. With training that spans patient care and population health, Dr. Lee emphasizes a practical, prevention-oriented approach that considers how workplace and environmental factors influence health. Her work reflects a commitment to evidence-based care, clear communication, and helping patients and organizations reduce risk, promote safety, and support long-term health.

Lisa A. Parissi, DC, is a licensed chiropractor serving patients in Newport Beach, California. She is the owner and lead chiropractor of Wellness Choice, where she provides patient-centered care designed to improve function, reduce discomfort, and support long-term spinal health. Dr. Parissi earned a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology from Barry University and completed her Doctor of Chiropractic degree at Palmer College of Chiropractic Florida. Her clinical approach emphasizes corrective chiropractic care with a strong focus on posture and structural alignment, helping patients address contributing factors to pain and movement limitations rather than focusing only on short-term symptom relief. At Wellness Choice, Dr. Parissi integrates chiropractic care within a broader wellness framework. The practice also offers supportive services such as nutritional counseling, massage therapy, and weight-management guidance to help patients build sustainable habits that complement their care plan. Dr. Parissi is licensed to practice chiropractic in California and Florida and is associated with a California professional corporation under her name, reflecting her leadership and commitment to delivering high-quality chiropractic services.

Alan Schneider, M.D., is a psychiatrist in Newport Beach, California, who provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and treatment, including psychotherapy and medication management. He takes a holistic, mind-and-body approach and works collaboratively with patients to develop individualized care plans. Dr. Schneider is a graduate of Pomona College and earned his medical degree from the USC School of Medicine (Keck School of Medicine of USC). He completed an internship year in Internal Medicine before pursuing psychiatry residency training through Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and the UCLA/VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, where he also served as Chief Resident. He completed additional advanced training at Duke University Hospital with a focus on brain stimulation therapies, including transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). Board certified in Addiction Medicine and a Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, Dr. Schneider has held a range of clinical leadership roles, including medical director responsibilities within hospital and veterans’ health settings. His scholarly work includes publications and research involvement related to movement side effects of medications and the use of brain stimulation approaches in addictive disorders. He also serves in a senior medical director capacity while maintaining a private practice.

Hamid R. Mir, MD, is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in spine care. He is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and focuses on the evaluation and treatment of a broad range of spinal conditions affecting the neck and back. Dr. Mir has more than two decades of clinical experience and is known for an emphasis on minimally invasive approaches and motion-preserving, non-fusion technologies. His procedural interests include cervical and lumbar artificial disc replacement, with a goal of helping patients reduce pain, restore function, and return to daily activities safely. Dr. Mir completed his medical degree at SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine, followed by an orthopaedic surgery residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago. He pursued advanced fellowship training in spine surgery at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. He is affiliated with Providence-affiliated physicians and Providence St. Joseph Hospital in Orange. Dr. Mir is a member of professional organizations including the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the North American Spine Society. He speaks English and Persian (Farsi).