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
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.
Faces of Healthcare 2026: San Diego Cardiac Center
Meet San Diego’s leading healthcare professionals, delivering exceptional medical and dental care through innovation, expertise, and dedication to patients.
San Diego Cardiac Center provides truly comprehensive cardiovascular care, from prevention to heart transplantation. This year, 12 of their physicians were recognized as Top Doctors, including Dr. Brian Jaski, a heart failure and heart transplant specialist who has been in practice for 41 years. During that time, he oversaw San Diego’s first heart transplantation and has been voted a Top Doctor by his peers in 21 of the past 23 years.
With affiliations across the Sharp and Scripps hospital systems, San Diego Cardiac Center provides care at locations in Kearny Mesa, El Cajon, and Chula Vista. Their physicians specialize in preventive cardiology, electrophysiology, interventional cardiology, advanced heart failure, structural heart disease, peripheral arterial disease, venous disease, cardiovascular diagnostics, and clinical research.
As one of San Diego’s longest-standing private medical groups, they’re committed to one goal: helping our patients feel better and live longer.
San Diego Cardiac Center’s Vein Clinic provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment for superficial and deep vein conditions, including specialized care for venous insufficiency, DVT and pulmonary embolism. Diagnostic testing, procedures, and follow-up care are provided in-house, with personalized treatment plans ranging from conservative management to minimally invasive options.
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3131 Berger Avenue, San Diego, CA 92123 300 S. Pierce St, Suite 102, El Cajon, CA 92020 750 Medical Center Ct, Suite 10, Chula Vista, CA 91911 sdcardiac.com
Faces of Healthcare 2026: San Diego Association of Physicians of Indian Origin
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The San Diego Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (SAPI) is proud to celebrate its physicians recognized as San Diego Top Doctors. This recognition reflects their clinical excellence, dedication to patient care, leadership within their specialties, and contributions to the San Diego community.
SAPI is a nonprofit professional organization bringing together physicians and healthcare professionals of Indian origin throughout the San Diego region. Through continuing medical education, professional networking, mentorship, community service, and cultural engagement, SAPI provides a collaborative platform for physicians at every stage of their careers.
The accomplishments of SAPI’s Top Doctors reflect our values of excellence, compassion, integrity, service, and leadership. We congratulate all of our honorees and celebrate the collective impact of SAPI physicians across numerous medical and surgical specialties.
“Our goal is to strengthen connections among physicians while expanding opportunities for education, mentorship, networking, leadership, and community service,” says SAPI President Dr. Smitha C. Reddy and Dr. Farris Sandhu, SAPI Chair, both among the physicians recognized as a San Diego Top Doctor. “We warmly invite physicians and healthcare professionals throughout San Diego to become involved and join our growing organization. Together, we can strengthen our professional community and continue building a lasting legacy of excellence in healthcare.”
Faces of Healthcare 2026: Rheumatology Center of San Diego
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Tania Rivera, MD; Alicia Gill, PAC; and Catelyn Renna, PAC
Dr. Tania Rivera and her team at the Rheumatology Center of San Diego specialize in holistic care that addresses the whole person. This means treatment plans that look beyond individual systems or isolated remedies and address their full health story. And it means all care is provided with an emphasis on education and empowerment, which lead to better outcomes and a higher quality of life.
Care plans incorporate everything from physical therapy to mental health care to personalized nutrition plans. Dr. Rivera utilizes newly developed targeted biologic therapies for autoimmune and inflammatory diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. She also prescribes vagus nerve stimulation to help those who have rheumatoid arthritis who haven’t responded to traditional drugs or would prefer a non-pharmacological approach. “Our rheumatology practice uses the latest evidence-based approaches to provide patients with the most effective, tailored treatments available,” she says.
Dr. Rivera and her team often see community members pro-bono, providing essential treatment to individuals who would otherwise go without.
“My team and I take great pride in ensuring every person we work with receives the best possible care,” Dr. Rivera says.
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16516 Bernardo Center Drive, Suite 220, San Diego, California 92128 858-336-2810 | rheumsd.com
Faces of Healthcare 2026: Protected Roots Integrative Treatment Center (PRI)
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Charles Warter founded Protected Roots Integrative Treatment Center (PRI) to challenge adolescent mental health care and create a place where “academic medicine meets radical authenticity,“ pairing evidence-based care with a culture that resonates with teens, young adults, and families.
He earned his doctorate at The Wright Institute in Berkeley and completed his training at Children’s Hospital Oakland (UCSF), Kaiser Permanente, and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (USC) before founding PRI in San Diego. The center serves ages 10 to 26, with expertise supporting neurodivergent individuals with ADHD and autism.
PRI delivers neuroaffirming care through PHP and IOP programs, plus an ADHD Intensive program for ages 10 to 13. “We are in the business of democratizing mental health“ Warter says, making care accessible without losing connection that makes it meaningful. PRI works with insurance and serves families from Santee and Chula Vista to La Jolla and Del Mar, combining psychiatry, psychology, family support, and evidence-based treatment.
Now, in partnership with Monima Behavioral Health, PRI is opening a Rancho Bernardo location this November, true to its founding vision: clinically rigorous, deeply human care, built around the whole person.
Meet San Diego’s leading healthcare professionals, delivering exceptional medical and dental care through innovation, expertise, and dedication to patients.
Most people have more health data than ever and less clarity. Wearables, lab panels, and yearly physicals produce hundreds of numbers, yet almost none of that information becomes a clear, actionable plan.
As a physician and applied data scientist, Dr. Brar helps patients understand their results in context—examining how metabolic health, sleep, stress, nutrition, and movement influence one another, and identifying where real risk may be quietly building beneath the surface. He looks for causes, not just symptoms, while considering hidden exposures such as microplastics and utilizing functional and genomic testing to identify what standard panels may miss. His goal is to identify disease risk while there is still time to make meaningful changes.
What sets Dr. Brar’s approach apart is not simply being seen sooner. It is direct access, longer visits, and a physician who knows each patient’s history well enough to ask sharper questions and help them build the next few decades of their lives around meaningful answers.
Dr. Brar is also excited to announce the opening of his new office at Scripps La Jolla, located in the Poole Building on Genesee Avenue.
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4150 Regents Park Row, Suite 325, La Jolla, CA 92037 351 Santa Fe Drive, Suite 250, Encinitas, CA 92024 2424 Vista Way, Suite 105, Oceanside, California 92054 858-209-3717 | @physicianpersonal | apersonalphysician.com
