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Mike Santillan, PA-C, CAQ-Psych
Michael “Mike” Santillan, PA-C is a Nationally board-certified Physician Assistant at Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists. Mike grew up in Glendale, Arizona where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Biology from Grand Canyon University. While attending college, he gained experience in the medical field working as a CNA in behavioral health, which fueled his desire to specialize…
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Juan Santacruz, PA-C
Juan Santacruz, PA-C (he/him) is a board-certified Physician Assistant at Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists, where he evaluates, diagnoses, and treats a variety of psychiatric disorders. He is dedicated to helping his patients with their mental health journey by creating a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment, while also empowering individuals to strive for wellness. Juan received his…
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Christina Poland, PMHNP-BC
Christina Poland, MSN, PMHNP-BC, is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who is passionate about providing compassionate mental health care. She earned her nursing degree from California State University, San Bernardino, and completed her Master of Science in Nursing as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Western University of Health Sciences. With five years…
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Erik Petersen, MD
Dr. Erik Petersen is a board-certified psychiatrist who earned his Medical Degree from the Medical College of Virginia. He is extensively trained in psychopharmacology, psychotherapy, and evidence-based treatments for a wide range of psychiatric illnesses. Dr. Petersen focuses on understanding each client’s unique experiences and goals to achieve optimal mental health. He prioritizes the therapeutic…
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Sheena Patel, PA-C, CAQ-Psych
Sheena Patel, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant at Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists (PNS), focusing on mental health and psychiatry. Sheena has over a decade of clinical experience. She holds a BS in Biological Sciences from UC Irvine and a Master’s in Biology from New York University. She graduated with honors from Long Island University’s Physician…
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Minal Patel, PA-C
Minal Patel, PA-C, is a nationally board-certified Physician Assistant at Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists (PNS) specialized in psychiatry and mental health. She is passionate about maternal mental health, working to help destigmatize mental health and provide comprehensive, culturally-sensitive care.
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Taurean Oram, PMHNP-BC
Taurean Oram, PMHNP-BC is a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who provides care to patients across the lifespan. He believes that effective mental health care starts with trust, compassion, and open communication. His goal is to create a welcoming, judgment-free environment where patients feel comfortable sharing their concerns and working together to achieve lasting wellness.…
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Joseph Nojan, PA-C, CAQ-Psych
Joe Nojan, PA-C is a physician assistant who works with adults and adolescents to help them overcome their mental health challenges and take back control of their life. Joe believes in providing the highest quality care to his patients while being empathetic to their needs. Over the course of his career, Joe has garnered the…
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Steven Nguyen-Ho, PA-C
Steven Nguyen-Ho is a board-certified Physician Assistant dedicated to providing exceptional, patient-centered care. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biology from the University of Louisville and his Master of Physician Assistant Studies from Touro University Nevada. Steven previously worked at Kaiser Permanente and a local pulmonology clinic, where he gained valuable experience delivering compassionate,…
