Mita N. Patel, MD

“With an open-minded philosophy towards womens care.”Dr. OToole feels that the patient should play an active role in making decisions of her own medical care. She is especially noted for her interest in womens health, including but not limited to infertility, osteoporosis, and menopause, as well as the challenge of obstetrics.After earning her Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, she attended the University of Health Sciences, at Chicago Medical School. She received her medical degree in 1985, and then completed an internship in internal medicine at Los Angeles County University of Southerna California Medical Center and her residency in Obstetrics & Gynecology at the Womens Hospital at Los Angeles County University of Southern California Medical Center. Following the completion of her residency, Dr. OToole moved to Orange County and began her Obstetrics and Gynecology practice. Board certified in obstetrics and gynecology, Dr. OToole is a member of the North American Menopause Society.Born in Greenville, Mississippi, Dr. OToole had the opportunity to live in different areas all over the United States, as well as the Orient while she was growing up. Dr. OToole is now married and has a son and a daughter. She enjoys many activities and sports, including running, swimming, and skiing. She is an avid reader and loves to bake. She looks forward to living in the Orange County area, caring for her patients, for many years.

“A passionate physician offering compassionate care.”As a board certified physician in obstetrics and gynecology, Dr. Elizabeth Johnsons interests include minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, management of abnormal Pap Smears/ Colposcopy, adolescent medicine, menopause management and general obstetrics. She works hard to involve her patients in a dynamic discussion about their health care needs and strives to provide comprehensive, evidence – based medicine, and surgical options to women throughout all phases of their lives.“I find listening to patients, and ensuring that they are active participants in their care, provides the most successful treatment path.”Dr. Johnson completed her premedical education at the University of Colorado in 1995. After working in research at The Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia for two years, she attended the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine where, in 2001, she earned her medical degree with an area of concentration in womens health and the Luba Robin Goldsmith Award for excellence in obstetrics and gynecology. She went on to complete her OB/GYN residency at Northwestern University in 2005. There she was recognized for excellence in resident teaching, research and compassionate patient care.Dr. Johnson and her family have made San Clemente their home. Dr. Johnson provides excellent patient care to the residents of her community and she enjoys contributing to the growth of the Talega office.

Carlos Becerra, M.D., serves as Medical Director of Cancer Research for Hoag Family Cancer Institute, and he practices as a board-certified medical oncologist focusing on gastrointestinal cancers and early phase clinical trial development and implementation. He brings years of experience and a compassionate approach when caring for his patients. Dr. Becerra works with fellow cancer experts to improve the lives of patients through strategic leadership in advancing the Institute’s clinical research program and increasing the number of cancer clinical trials available. As a cancer researcher, he is committed to being part of a team dedicated in leading cancer prevention, detection and treatment. Dr. Becerra has led teams and programs focused on cancer research and clinical trials. His accomplishments in the field have earned him respect from his colleagues and patients. He is an active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Association for Cancer Research and Colombian Medical Association. Dr. Becerra has co-authored numerous publications featuring a variety of cancer types in relation to genetics and treatments. Dr. Becerra completed his fellowship in hematology and medical oncology at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas where he became an assistant professor of internal medicine after completing his fellowship. Dr. Becerra attended medical school and completed his internship at the Universidad del Valle (Colombia), followed by his residency in internal medicine at Saint Francis Hospital in Illinois, where he was named chief resident.