Dr. Silva says that what gives her the most professional satisfaction is empowering patients to understand their health and take an active role in their decisions. I love building strong relationships over time, where patients often feel like family. I also have a special interest in reproductive and gender-affirming care, and it's incredibly meaningful to me when patients are able to access the care they need and feel supported in the process. The most important thing for my patients to know is that I will always listen and meet them where they are. I want them to feel comfortable, respected, and empowered to be part of their care, and I value building long-term, trusting relationships. I am also very passionate about serving immigrant and Spanish-speaking communities.

For the last several years, Ai-Chau Thi Hoang, D.O. has had the unique experience of serving veterans as their primary care physician at the Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center in Long Beach. As a result, she has gained a richer understanding of the significance of mental health and its relationship with one's health, all the while becoming more adept at treating chronic conditions. Her previous experience also includes serving diverse patient populations in the San Joaquin and Coachella Valleys. Dr. Hoang developed an early interest in medicine. She says I chose a career in medicine because I was inspired by my mother, who was a registered nurse working in the rehab department at the Long Beach Memorial Medical Center. She was always speaking positively about her patients and the life lessons she learned from them. That was when I knew I wanted a similarly fulfilling vocation.

When it comes to your healthcare, sometimes it's hard to know what's best for you. Should you choose convenient care that's close to home or quality care with award-winning doctors? When you choose MemorialCare, you get both. MemorialCare Medical Group has expanded access to primary care services in the Carson community. This new health center is conveniently located on the corner of Avalon Blvd. and Carson St. to provide patients of all ages with compassionate family medicine providers, along with on-site laboratory services.