CLINICAL PSYCHIATRIC TEAM
Alejandro Alva, MD, Chief Medical Officer, Founder
Alejandro Alva, MD, is the founder, Chief Medical Officer, and CEO of Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists (PNS). Dr. Alva is a pioneer in Neurostar TMS treatment, psychotherapy, clinical testing, addiction, and mental health.
Mohammed A. Shreiba, MD
Mohammed A. Shreiba, MD is a psychiatry physician at Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists (PNS) specialized in psychiatry, psychotherapy, and mental health.
Norberto Tuason, MD
Norberto Tuasan, MD is a psychiatry physician at Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists (PNS) specialized in adult psychiatry, child psychiatry, and mental health.
Jeannette Hanna, MD
Jeannette Hanna, MD is a psychiatry physician at Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists (PNS) specialized in adult psychiatry, child psychiatry, and mental health.
Tshekedi Dennis, MD
Dr. Tshekedi Dennis is a psychiatry physician at Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists (PNS) specialized in psychiatry, psychotherapy, and mental health.
Yvette Elpidio, MSN, FNP-C
Yvette Elpidio, Nurse Practitioner, MSN, FNP-C, is a certified family nurse practitioner at Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists (PNS) specialized in psychiatry, mental health, and medical weight loss.
Sheena Patel, PA-C, CAQ-Psych, Supervisor of Provider Services
Sheena Patel, PA-C, is a nationally board-certified physician assistant at Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists (PNS) specialized in psychiatry and mental health.
Jennifer Sebastian, PA-C
Jennifer Sebastian, PA-C, is a nationally board-certified physician assistant at Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists (PNS) specialized in psychiatry and mental health.
Alex Mulé, PA-C
Alex Mulé, PA-C, is a nationally board-certified physician assistant at Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists (PNS) specialized in psychiatry and mental health.
Sarah Kantelis, PA-C
Sarah Kantelis, PA-C, is a nationally board-certified physician assistant at Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists (PNS) specialized in psychiatry and mental health.
Brandon Stutz, PA-C
Brandon Stutz, PA-C, is a nationally board-certified physician assistant at Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists (PNS) specialized in psychiatry and mental health.
Tatum Smith, PA-C
Tatum Smith, PA-C, is a nationally board-certified physician assistant at Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists (PNS) specialized in psychiatry and mental health.
Erin Ortiz, PA-C
Erin Ortiz, PA-C, is a nationally board-certified physician assistant at Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists (PNS) specialized in psychiatry and mental health.
Andrew Johnson, PA-C
Andrew Johnson, PA-C, is a nationally board-certified physician assistant at Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists (PNS) specialized in psychiatry and mental health.
Esperanza Hernandez-Maldonado, LMFT
Esperanza Hernandez-Maldonado, LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist at Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists.
Suneena Pokkamthanam, PA-C
Suneena Pokkamthanam, PA-C, is a nationally board-certified physician assistant at Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists (PNS) specialized in psychiatry and mental health.
Jessica Horning, PA-C
Jessica Horning, PA-C, is a nationally board-certified physician assistant at Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists (PNS) specialized in psychiatry, Nuerostar TMS, and mental health.
Kelly Yang - PA-C
Kelly Yang - PA-C, is a nationally board-certified physician assistant at Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists (PNS) specialized in psychiatry, and mental health.
Board of Executive Directors
Pepper Alva, President
Patricia "Pepper" Alva is a proven and highly effective medical executive with 15 years experience in the pharmaceutical industry and has been in leadership at PNS since 2015. Pepper has a Bachelor's Degree from the College of New Jersey and an Associate's Degree from Mercer County Community College.
Executive TEAM
Celia Lockhart, COO
Celia has over 25 years of practice management experience and has held the position of Chief Operating Officer for various medical companies since 2015. Celia has a degree in Healthcare Administration from the University of Phoenix and has taught emotional intelligence classes at Platt College.
Rachel Ramirez, Director of Special Projects & Process Improvement
Rachel has broad experience in the management of Rehabilitation Facilities, and Medical Offices. Additionally, has contributed creating and applying new processes that are essential at PNS for the comfort and care of our patients.
Daniela Vasquez, Executive Account Manager
Daniela has been with PNS for several years and has experience in all areas of operations and administration. She has an exceptional work ethic and is a key member of our team.
Daniela works with both Dr. Alejandro Alva and Pepper Alva on Addiction Medicine Management and overall implementation of projects.
LEADERSHIP TEAM
Lauren Way, MA, Office Manager
Luther Tolbert, CPT, Office Manager
Luther Tolbert, CPT, Office Manager
Lauren is the Mission Viejo Office Manager at PNS, as well as a certified TMS technician, and a Medical Assistant with 10 years of experience. Lauren has a passion for helping others, and enjoys making a difference in other’s lives.
Lauren works hard to make her office as welcoming as possible for both new and returning patients, and striv
Lauren is the Mission Viejo Office Manager at PNS, as well as a certified TMS technician, and a Medical Assistant with 10 years of experience. Lauren has a passion for helping others, and enjoys making a difference in other’s lives.
Lauren works hard to make her office as welcoming as possible for both new and returning patients, and strives to make patients feel like family. Lauren’s interests outside of work include archery, hiking, and spending time with her family and pets.
Luther Tolbert, CPT, Office Manager
Luther Tolbert, CPT, Office Manager
Luther Tolbert, CPT, Office Manager
Luther has over 10 years experience in the medical field and has experience in management, operations, and clinical laboratory. Luther is passionate about providing great customer service and always looks to exceed expectations.
When not working at PNS he enjoys coaching football and spending time with his family.
Cindy Gloria, MA, Office Manager
Luther Tolbert, CPT, Office Manager
Samantha Juarez, Office Supervisor
Cindy is a veteran in the medical field, she strives to provide the best care in the interest of our patients. Aligned with the Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialist mission statement, she treats all patients with respect and passion as a Manager.
Cindy is continuing her studies in nursing. She is a great patient advocate and strongly supports not all wounds are visible.
Samantha Juarez, Office Supervisor
Danielle Mann, Director of Human Resources
Samantha Juarez, Office Supervisor
I am beyond happy to a part of an amazing team like Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialist. Having served PNSOC as a Patient Care Coordinator, a TMS Technician, and now as an Executive Assistant - I continue to live out my passion for serving the needs of our patients and delivering the best quality care possible.
PNS is a great facility and
I am beyond happy to a part of an amazing team like Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialist. Having served PNSOC as a Patient Care Coordinator, a TMS Technician, and now as an Executive Assistant - I continue to live out my passion for serving the needs of our patients and delivering the best quality care possible.
PNS is a great facility and I am proud to be a part of such a caring and compassionate team.
Danielle Mann, Director of Human Resources
Danielle Mann, Director of Human Resources
Danielle Mann, Director of Human Resources
Danielle Mann has over 10 years of Human Resource and Management experience. She has been a successful part of leadership teams where she strengthened company-employee relationships, coaching and change management, and created multiple learning and development programs for employees. She is excited to be part of the PNS team and to help c
Danielle Mann has over 10 years of Human Resource and Management experience. She has been a successful part of leadership teams where she strengthened company-employee relationships, coaching and change management, and created multiple learning and development programs for employees. She is excited to be part of the PNS team and to help continuously improve an awesome culture and employee experience.
Danielle holds a Bachelor's Degree in Social and Criminal Justice and is passionate about helping others. She feels that working at PNS has been very rewarding because everyone here is like family and they all strive to help our patients feel their best!