With kids back in school, a Playa Vista educational therapist has some advice Story By Dr. Bibi Pirayesh | Photo by Maria Martin In my practice as an educational therapist I often get parents wondering if their child is in need of testing. While parents may be wary of a culture of over-testing diagnosis, avoiding […]
5 Tips for Helping Your kids Transition Back to School
Expert advice from Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Rachel Thomasian Story by Shanee Edwards | Photo by Zsuzsi Steiner Going back to school or starting school for the first time is normally a happy, exciting time for children. But for some kids, facing new social situations or dealing with a new routine can cause anxiety. […]
Doctor, ‘Mover,’ Renaissance Man
Jae Pak is an emergency medicine physician and gifted engineer who combats hair loss with artistry Story By Brian Marks | Photo by Zsuzsi Steiner As common as hair loss is, it can fill many men (and some women) with dread. Two-thirds of men will experience it by age 35, and about half of all […]
Identifying and Preventing a Stroke
Cardiologist Dr. Nicole Weinberg demystifies the warning signs and discusses risk factors for otherwise healthy people Story and Photograph by Courtnay Robbins Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in America. With the recent passing of actor Luke Perry, who tragically died from stroke complications at the young age of 52, heart health is […]
The Art of Healing
Einat Metzl finds that creative expression is a practical way to grapple with strong feelings Story by Shanee Edwards | Photos By Maria Martin “We’ve all heard that phrase, ‘A picture is worth a thousand words.’ Well, I think it’s worth more than that. And I have a big appreciation for words!” says local resident […]
A Prescription for Health and Happiness
Cedars-Sinai Playa Vista’s Dr. Ruchika Chhibar offers three New Year’s resolutions that busy people can actually keep Story and Photograph by Courtnay Robbins The beginning of a new year is an ideal opportunity for personal renewal and fresh starts. Whether you’re trying to lose a few pounds or improve your mood, Dr. Ruchika Chhibar of Cedars-Sinai Playa Vista shares three healthy New Year’s resolutions that are […]
7 Tips for Women’s Self-Defense
The women of Playa Vista learn how to fight back By Jessica Koslow While a few vendors are still packing up from the Saturday farmers market, a small crowd forms outside of an empty storefront at Runway. Inside the large store 13 athletically clad women are grabbing, kicking and screaming at a man named Nelson […]
Stretch and Refresh
Sweat Yoga is the next big heat wave to hit Playa Vista Story by Shanee Edwards | Photos by Shilah Montiel “It’s kind of an addictive form of yoga,” says Sweat Yoga founder Tom Schey just before the opening of his new Playa Vista studio at The Brickyard. With four locations in Southern California and […]
Stay Safe in the Surf and Sun
Dr. Cara Stalzer of Cedars-Sinai Playa Vista on avoiding common summer injuries By Courtnay Robbins One of the best parts of living in Playa Vista is being so close to the beach. Whether summer fun means catching a wave on your surfboard or frolicking in the sand with your little ones, Dr. Cara Stalzer of Cedars-Sinai Playa Vista has some tips on how to prevent […]
A Different Kind of Workout
Different Breed fitness studio focuses on high performance and individual results By Shanee Edwards Different Breed Strength & Conditioning celebrated its grand opening on Saturday, April 7, with free classes, thumping music, giveaways and a delicious healthy lunch. The brainchild of chiseled fitness expert Kyle Shepherd, the spacious, barn-red studio is situated in a former […]