Dubbed Southern California’s premier independent multi-specialty medical and surgical private practice, United Medical Doctors offers unparalleled access to specialists when you need it most. Currently, United Medical Doctors boasts over 35 medical & surgical sub-specialties, over 45 clinical locations, with eight locations in San Diego County alone and growing, and over 175 skilled providers. Here’s how this independent private practice can benefit you and your family’s health.
1. Expedited Specialist Appointments
Yes, you read that correctly! United Medical Doctors prides itself on availability and access to its extensive network of specialists. From Cardiology and Gastroenterology, to Colorectal Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery and beyond, consultations and procedures are expedited. No more waiting months to get into a specialist. They know that when you need specialty care, time matters.
2. Centralized Patient Tools & Communication
No more having to fill out paperwork for every single specialist that you see. United Medical Doctors’ health records system is the same for nearly every division, whether you see an Ear Nose & Throat doctor or Urologist. Your time is valuable and respected. Plus, if you’re referred to another specialist at United Medical Doctors, our centralized system further ensures continuity of care and top-notch communication between your care team. P.S. You can easily self-schedule most appointments online 24/7, too at www.unitedmd.com!
3. 35 Specialties and Counting
Need an Allergist? Check! Would love an Integrative Cardiologist? Check! A Gynecologist? Check! What about a Pain Management Specialist or Neurosurgeon? Double check! With a growing multi-disciplinary team of specialists, United Medical Doctors encompasses over three dozen medical and surgical subspecialties, with many located right in the heart of San Diego in La Jolla and Encinitas.
4. Cutting-Edge, Minimally Invasive Care
United Medical Doctors proudly employs doctors and surgeons who are leading the advancements of minimally-invasive, cutting-edge specialty care in their field. Take for instance, Dr. Matthew Schultzel, colorectal and general surgeon who specializes in advanced robotic surgery and minimally invasive techniques and is the leading robotic surgeon in San Diego. Or his twin brother, Dr. Mark Schultzel, orthopaedic surgeon, who is among few San Diego surgeons admitted to the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons society and elected to the American Orthopaedic Association, an honor society exclusively for the country’s top orthopaedic surgeons. The list doesn’t end there!
5. In-House Surgery Centers for Outpatient Procedures
United Surgery Centers, United Medical Doctors’ branch of ambulatory surgery centers, is a rapidly growing division committed to providing unparalleled outpatient surgical care. United Surgery Centers currently has nine locations throughout Southern California, all CMS certified and accredited. Currently, United Surgery Centers’ only San Diego location resides in Encinitas, however, there are numerous expansions on the horizon for Carlsbad and Kearny Mesa, to name a few. Whether you’re going in for a routine colonoscopy or an outpatient ENT surgery, you’re welcomed by a team of compassionate providers who will put you at ease and ensure your comfort from start to finish.
See for yourself why United Medical Doctors is making waves in the San Diego healthcare scene! Visit www.unitedmd.com to learn more and schedule your first appointment online. You’ll be glad you did.
United Medical Doctors accepts all major PPO insurances, Medicare, Tricare and many HMO insurances including Scripps Coastal, Scripps Health Plan, Scripps Physician Medical Group, Primary Care Associates Medical Group and more. To verify insurances accepted by specialty or physician, please visit www.unitedmd.com/locations and call your preferred office directly.
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SEPTEMBER 11, 2026
Vi at La Jolla Village – Senior Living in the Heart of Everything
At Vi at La Jolla Village, residents don't have to choose between security and adventure, connection and independence. They get all of it.
Today’s seniors are more connected than ever, with a renewed focus on retirement as a time of discovery and enriching experiences. The ultimate reward for a retirement well-earned is the wisdom to appreciate it all, and what better place to enjoy that unique perspective than Vi at La Jolla Village, in the heart of San Diego.
All-access pass to good living.
As a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), Vi provides access to a connected and fulfilling community while making it easy to plan for future care, should the need ever arise. With a care plan in place, residents enjoy greater financial predictability and long-term value, freeing them to focus on making the most out of retirement.
Resort-style amenities at the epicenter of a cultural hub like San Diego offer a retirement experience unlike any other. Paired with exceptional dining, spacious accommodations and dedicated staff, the best of maintenance-free living is all around. And with the introduction of Vista 360 Well-Being, Vi’s panoramic approach to wellness, there are more ways than ever for residents to access it all.
The harmony of mind, body and community.
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The key to longevity is striking the right balance in maintaining an active lifestyle with an active mind in a fulfilling community. With newly renovated community spaces and restaurants, Vista brings a variety of opportunities for residents to elevate their well-being through Vi-exclusive “Signature Experiences.”
Vista Enrich takes an evidence-based approach to brain vitality, keeping residents at the forefront of cognitive health through exergaming (exercising + gaming), nutritional plans and informative workshops. It is also home to The Brain Vitality Studio, an innovative facility dedicated to cognitive fitness that has garnered national recognition.
Vista Discover invites residents into stimulating educational experiences, from chef-led cooking demos and guided wine tastings to lectures at local universities and intimate lectures following cultural outings.
While Vista Enrich focuses on brain health and Vista Discover engages residents intellectually, Vista Explore cultivates a sense of adventure through curated travel and local excursions. But broadening one’s horizons doesn’t always require a plane ticket. One recent event brought a taste of the world right to the community: an onsite “jazz cruise” featuring live music and global cuisine served at a series of themed “ports” all within the community’s own ballroom.
“Location, location, location”
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One of the biggest perks of life at Vi at La Jolla Village is its proximity to just about everything. With easy access to transportation and local attractions just steps away, residents can explore and engage with their community at their own pace.
“There are trolley and bus stops within a 5-minute walk that will get you to the beach, UCSD Campus, medical appointments, downtown La Jolla or San Diego, et cetera. We rarely use our car,” said resident Tom Yager.
With the best of San Diego just steps away, residents don’t just live in the city, they live within reach of everything that makes it special.
The best of all worlds.
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At Vi at La Jolla Village, retirement isn’t a chapter to slow down; it’s an invitation to discover more. Tailored community experiences created by Vista, paired with the vibrant pulse of San Diego just outside the door, mean that residents don’t have to choose between security and adventure, connection and independence. They get all of it.
This is what an all-access pass to good living looks like: the comforts of an elevated lifestyle, a community built for growth and a city made for discovery – all in one place.
To learn more about Vi at La Jolla Village or for details on available floor plans, visit ViatLaJollaVillage.com/SDM.
Meet San Diego’s leading healthcare professionals, delivering exceptional medical and dental care through innovation, expertise, and dedication to patients.
Isabel Cheon, MD (Del Mar); David La Vine, MD (Del Mar); Ramona Master, MD (La Jolla); Harry Albers, MD (La Jolla)
MD², the pioneer of concierge medicine, has expanded its presence in San Diego with the opening of MD² Del Mar, its second practice in the region.
Known for redefining the patient-physician relationship, MD² physicians care for just 50 families, allowing for exceptional access, personalized attention, and a proactive approach to health and wellness.
The new practice is led by Dr. Isabel Cheon and Dr. David La Vine, who provide comprehensive primary and preventive care, urgent care, chronic disease management, complex care coordination, and medical advocacy, all built on long-term relationships with their patients.
“With only 50 families under my care, I have the time to truly know my patients and provide the comprehensive, personalized care that inspired me to pursue medicine,” says Dr. Cheon. “It is primary care as it was meant to be practiced.”
MD²’s first San Diego practice, MD² La Jolla, opened in 2023 under the leadership of Dr. Ramona Master and Dr. Harry Albers and has since reached capacity, reflecting the strong demand for MD²’s distinctive model of care.
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MD² Del Mar: 11375 El Camino Real, Suite 250, San Diego, California 92130 MD² La Jolla: 4180 La Jolla Village Dr, Suite 220, La Jolla, California 92037 858-500-1587 | @md2_concierge_medicine | md2.com
Faces of Healthcare 2026: La Jolla Vein & Vascular
Meet San Diego’s leading healthcare professionals, delivering exceptional medical and dental care through innovation, expertise, and dedication to patients.
Nisha Bunke, MD; Dr. Amanda Steinberger, DO; and Christine Chen, MD
For nearly two decades, La Jolla Vein & Vascular (LJVV) has been a leader in comprehensive vein care, helping patients find relief from varicose and spider veins, leg swelling, chronic venous insufficiency, and more through advanced, minimally invasive treatments.
LJVV is among the first dedicated vein centers in the region to earn accreditation from the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission. It’s led by Dr. Nisha Bunke, medical director and one of the nation’s foremost vein specialists. She’s joined by Dr. Amanda Steinberger and Dr. Christine Chen, both Harvard-trained, board-certified vascular and interventional radiologists with expertise in minimally invasive, image-guided vein procedures.
What truly sets LJVV apart is its personalized approach. As the only vein center in the region offering every major treatment option for varicose veins, the physicians tailor treatments to each patient’s anatomy, symptoms, and goals. Beyond restoring vein health, LJVV provides complete leg rejuvenation through advanced aesthetic laser treatments that address cherry angiomas, vascular lesions, sun damage, and pigmentation, helping legs look as healthy as they feel.
With convenient locations in La Jolla and Vista, La Jolla Vein & Vascular combines nationally recognized expertise, leading-edge technology, and compassionate care to help patients move comfortably, feel confident, and enjoy healthier legs for years to come.
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9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 410, La Jolla, California 92037 906 Sycamore Avenue, Suite 100, Vista, California 92081 858-550-0330 | @drbunkeveinexpert | lajollaveincare.com
Faces of Healthcare 2026: La Jolla Cosmetic Laser Clinic
Meet San Diego’s leading healthcare professionals, delivering exceptional medical and dental care through innovation, expertise, and dedication to patients.
This year marks the fourteenth time Dr. Nasrin Mani has been recognized by her peers as a Top Doctor in San Diego. The founder of La Jolla Cosmetic Laser Clinic and board-certified ophthalmologist and vitreo-retinal surgeon is known for her gentle, exacting touch and her ability to maintain natural beauty while restoring confidence in all of her patients. Dr. Mani trained at Vanderbilt University and USC’s Doheny Eye Institute before honing her skills in delicate microsurgery to found La Jolla Cosmetic Laser Clinic.
La Jolla Cosmetic Laser Clinic offers a unique menu of treatments including acne scar release and refine, body sculpting, and 4D facial rejuvenation with award-winning lasers. The clinic also offers a range of dermatology services, provided by a team of board-certified dermatologists. All services come with an emphasis on education, helping patients learn how to care for their own skin.
With decades of experience behind her, Dr. Mani believes more than ever that aging gracefully means feeling as vibrant on the outside as you do within.
Faces of Healthcare 2026: KMG Psychiatry (KAB Medical Group Inc)
Meet San Diego’s leading healthcare professionals, delivering exceptional medical and dental care through innovation, expertise, and dedication to patients.
KMG Psychiatry is an integrative psychiatry practice that helps individuals heal, discover their inner strengths, and live fulfilling lives. The KMG team specializes in treating depression and PTSD, especially in the Military population groups, offering flexible payment plans and appointments within one week of booking. It also helps individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, panic disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and sleep disorders, among many other conditions.
KMG Psychiatry is committed to ensuring that every patient receives a full mental health evaluation, which is then used to create an individualized “patient-centered” evidenced based treatment plan. Using a combination of traditional treatments, such as medication management & counseling services, as well as state-of-the-art, innovative treatments including Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy and intranasal Ketamine (Spravato) treatment, KMG Psychiatry strives to provide the best possible results.
KMG has been named a Diamond Circle Provider for three straight years, which is awarded to the highest volume TMS practices in the nation, & is voted Best in San Diego 3 years in a row in 2024, 2025 & 2026.
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765 Third Avenue, Suite 100, Chula Vista, California 91910 10717 Sorrento Valley Rd, Suite 200, San Diego, California 92121 1968 Via Center, Suite 100, Vista, California 92081 888-683-3860 | 858-925-6137 kmgpsychiatry.com
Faces of Healthcare 2026: JDT Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Meet San Diego’s leading healthcare professionals, delivering exceptional medical and dental care through innovation, expertise, and dedication to patients.
Dr. Toranto isn’t just a doctor, he’s a listener. Understanding each patient’s story is central to his approach, so he takes time to learn their needs and build a collaborative plan around their goals, whether the case is straightforward or highly complex. It’s one reason he’s been named a Top Doctor in San Diego eight times.
A dual board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon and Vice Chairman of Surgery at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Dr. Toranto is often the surgeon other physicians call when a case falls outside a single specialty. His practice spans aesthetic surgery and complex reconstruction from head to toe, including tummy tucks, skull reconstruction after traumatic injury, chest wall reconstruction after cardiac surgery, and skin cancer reconstruction following Mohs surgery. Whatever the case, the goal stays the same: life-changing outcomes built together with his patients, rooted in compassion and connection.
Outside the practice, Dr. Toranto enjoys time with his family, sailing, fishing, watching college football, and exploring San Diego with his wife and two children.
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5395 Ruffin Road, Suite 102, San Diego, California 92123 858-266-0575 | jasontorantomd.com
