Greater Tri Cities IPA

✨ Provider Highlight: Dr. Maribeth Chong✨

This month, we are proud to spotlight Dr. Maribeth Chong, a board-certified Internal Medicine physician dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to our community in Carlsbad, California.

🩺 Specialty: Internal Medicine
🌎 Languages Spoken: English & Tagalog
👥 Accepting Patients: Adults 18 years and older
🏥 Accepting HMO plans through Greater Tri Cities IPA

Dr. Chong’s commitment to personalized, patient-centered care helps support healthier lives throughout our community.

Thank you, Dr. Chong, for your dedication to your patients and your partnership with Greater Tri Cities IPA!

🌟 Physician Spotlight: Mark O’Brien, DO 🌟

Meet Mark O’Brien, DO a compassionate Internal Medicine physician proudly serving the Vista, California community as part of Greater Tri Cities IPA.

Dr. O’Brien is dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-focused care with an emphasis on preventive health, chronic disease management, and overall wellness. He takes the time to understand each patient’s unique needs and works collaboratively to create personalized care plans.

🩺 Now Accepting New Patients!
Specialty: Internal Medicine
Location: Vista, California

If you're looking for a trusted primary care provider who prioritizes your health and well-being, Dr. O’Brien is here to help.
📞 Schedule your appointment today and experience care you can count on!
for more information please visit www.gtcipa.com

🌟 Physician Spotlight 🌟

Dr. Behzad Baniadam

📍 Location: Oceanside, California
🩺 Specialty: General Practice
👥 Accepting New Patients under Greater Tri Cities IPA

Dr. Baniadam is committed to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care with a focus on building lasting relationships and supporting the health and well-being of the community.

If you’re looking for a trusted primary care provider in the Oceanside area, now is a great time to get established with Dr. Baniadam!

📞 Contact his office at 760-630-6300 or visit www.gtcipa.com for more information on how to get started.

🌟 Physician Spotlight: Paul Lizotte, DO 🌟

Meet Paul Lizotte, DO a dedicated Internal Medicine physician proudly serving the Oceanside, California community as part of Greater Tri Cities IPA.

Dr. Lizotte is committed to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care with a focus on prevention, wellness, and managing chronic conditions. His approach emphasizes building long-term relationships and ensuring each patient feels heard, respected, and cared for.

🩺 Now Accepting New Patients!
Ages: 18 and older
Specialty: Internal Medicine
Location: Oceanside, California
Whether you're looking for a new primary care physician or seeking expert guidance for your health needs, Dr. Lizotte is here for you.
📞 Schedule your appointment today and take the next step toward better health!

for more information please visit www.gtcipa.com

🌟 Provider Spotlight: Dr. Mahyar Ajir 🌟

We’re proud to feature Dr. Ajir, a dedicated Family Medicine Physician serving the community in Carlsbad, California.
Dr. Ajir is committed to providing compassionate, comprehensive care for patients of all ages, with a focus on building lasting relationships and supporting overall wellness.

🗣️ Languages Spoken:
• English
• Farsi
• Spanish

📍 Now Accepting New Patients under Greater Tri-Cities IPA

If you’re looking for a provider who values personalized care and clear communication, Dr. Ajir is here for you and your family.

📞 Contact us today to schedule your appointment!
visit www.gtcipa.com for more information

This Memorial Day, Greater Tri Cities IPA honors and remembers the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country

We are grateful for the courage, dedication, and selflessness of all who have served to protect our freedoms. Today, we pause to reflect and remember those heroes and the families who carry their legacy forward.

From all of us at Greater Tri Cities IPA, thank you for your service and sacrifice.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. ❤️🤍💙

the care you deserve, here at Coastal Internal Medicine💙

Are You Getting Enough Sleep?

Did you know that over 33% of all adults, 25% of children, and 70% of teenagers aren’t getting proper sleep according to the CDC and NIH? This includes not getting enough sleep, sleeping against your circadian rhythm, as well as getting poor quality sleep.

Sleep deprivation can have drastic effects on your health beyond just feeling tired, it can creep into almost all aspects of your life. This means that by not getting proper sleep you introduce an increased risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, kidney issues, stroke, diabetes, and depression. On the other hand, when you ensure you get enough good sleep you directly reverse the effects of the previously mentioned dangers. You also boost your immune system, reduce stress, and cut through brain fogginess while improving memory.

Use these tips to make sure you’re sleeping well and for the appropriate amount of time:

Keep a consistent sleep schedule; wake up and go to bed at the same time every day including weekends

Keep your room quiet and cool; colder temperatures help you sleep deeper while the reduced sound ensures that your 8 hours are peaceful.

Avoid using your electronics for half an hour before bed; especially don’t use your phone in bed as that makes your brain expect entertainment versus expecting to fall asleep.

Avoid eating or drinking anything besides water before bed; especially alcohol or anything with caffeine.

Make sure to exercise daily and keep your diet clean; this can boost your sleep quality.

Many people neglect getting enough sleep every night, and even just 1 night of bad sleep can take days to weeks for your body to recover from. Be sure you’re following these tips to stay bright and healthy. If you still experience poor sleep or not enough sleep while following them, be sure to talk to your Primary Care Provider as you may suffer from a sleep disorder and may require additional care.

Sources:

https://www.cdc.gov/sleep/about/index.html

https://www.cdc.gov/sleep/data-research/facts-stats/index.html

https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/sleep-deprivation

🌟 Provider Spotlight 🌟

We are proud to feature Dr. Anna Lee, a board certified pediatric physician serving our community through Greater Tri Cities IPA.

📍 Location: Oceanside, California
👶 Specialty: Pediatrics
🩺 Accepting New Patients: Ages 21 years and younger

Dr. Lee is dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive care for children, adolescents, and young adults, supporting families with a focus on wellness, prevention, and long-term health.

If you are looking for a trusted pediatric provider in North County, Dr. Lee is currently welcoming new patients through Greater Tri Cities IPA.

for more information please visit www.gtcipa.com

Today, we proudly celebrate the incredible nurses who make a difference every single day 💙

On International Nurses Day, May 12th, Greater Tri Cities IPA would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all nurses for their compassion, dedication, and commitment to patient care.

Your hard work, kindness, and unwavering support do not go unnoticed.
Thank you for being the heart of healthcare and for the countless lives you touch every day.
Happy International Nurses Day! 🌎🩺