Dedicated Senior Medical Center

Bios

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  Karina Bishop

  MD

  Dr. Karina Bishop is passionate about helping the senior population and says her favorite part of being a physician is keeping older adults as independent as possible”. She explains, “I empower them to take control of their medical health by making small changes in diet and activity.” She enjoys talking with her patients and listening to their stories. “I get to learn more about their life every visit,” she says. To keep up with the ever-evolving world of medicine, she attends conferences and listens to podcasts. If she could change anything about the current healthcare system, she would lower costs. When not caring for patients, Dr. Bishop can be found biking, gardening, or traveling. She also enjoys cooking.

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  Wander Hurtado Martinez

  MD

  Dr. Wander Hurtado Martinez believes that the strongest doctor-patient relationships are “based on trust, empathy, and love.” He aims to not only improve the physical and mental health of his patients but also improve their overall quality of life. “I like to treat my patients as my own family members,” he says. He was particularly drawn to care for the senior population as they are the sickest population in the United States. He adds that he reads every day to keep up with the ever-evolving world of medicine. When not caring for patients, Dr. Hurtado Martinez can be found staying active in the gym or spending quality time with family and friends. He also enjoys playing chess and watching movies.

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  Arvin Esgandanian

  MD, DABFM

  For Dr. Arvin Esgandanian, the best part of working in healthcare is “talking to patients and getting to know them.” He explains that the best way to build a strong relationship with patients “is for them to get to know me and for me to get to know them.” Rather than only treating symptoms or specific diseases, he aims to treat his patients “as a whole.” If he could change anything about healthcare today, he “would make it so doctors have more time to spend with patients.” When Dr. Esgandanian is not caring for patients, he can be found cycling or reading. “I love reading, and I’m constantly reading the newest articles on the American Academy of Family Physicians and elsewhere,” he explains.

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