Meet Our Providers & Team

Michael Peyton, MD

Michael Peyton, MD

Physician

Michael Peyton, MD is a board-certified adult and pediatric Primary Care Sports Medicine Physician. He was born and raised in Burbank, CA and considers the Valley home. He attended the University of California Irvine and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences and a minor in Educational Studies. He attended the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee for his medical training and received his MD degree. He went on to train in Pediatrics at the University of California Irvine/Children’s Hospital of Orange County (UCI/CHOC) and was recognized with the Director’s Award for his contributions to the residency program.

In collaboration with Seattle Children’s Hospital, he was the first fellow to complete the newly established pediatric track of the renowned Primary Care Sports Medicine fellowship at the University of Washington. His vast clinical outpatient experiences as well as his opportunities to serve as the team physician for high school football, multiple collegiate sports, and the professional Major League Rugby team (Seattle Seawolves) allowed him to become adept in diagnosing and treating acute and chronic conditions that uniquely affect athletes and non-athletes of all ages. He received dedicated musculoskeletal ultrasound training to aid in diagnosis and provide precision-guided treatments. He enjoys utilizing ultrasound as an extension of his physical exam and can often be found teaching his patients and families how to interpret the images.

Dr. Peyton’s love for sports began at a young age with park & rec basketball. However, it was during his participation in high school water polo and swim teams that he gained interest in anatomy, physiology, and body mechanics. His academic pursuits focused on working with underserved youth by improving health literacy in regards to fitness and nutrition in addition to understanding what barriers exist that prevent children and families from attaining regular physical activity and exercise.

Away from work, Michael can be found at the gym, playing pickup basketball, going to a local comedy/improv club, attempting to be a foodie, or enjoying a barrel-aged stout from one of the local craft breweries.


Nina Yaftali, D.O.

Nina Yaftali, D.O.

Physician

Dr. Nina Yaftali, of Westlake Village, CA had envisioned becoming a physician from a young age. After graduating from Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dr. Yaftali did her residency training in Internal Medicine at White Memorial Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. She then completed her fellowship in Primary Care Sports Medicine at Midwest Orthopedics at Rush Medical College in Chicago, ranked number 4 among orthopedic hospitals in the country. During her fellowship, Dr. Yaftali worked for professional teams such as the Chicago Bulls, White Sox, and Chicago Fire. She also has experience at the collegiate level, serving as the fellow physician for DePaul University, where she worked with men’s and women’s basketball, soccer, tennis, and track. During her year in Chicago, she also covered events such as Joffrey Ballet, the Chicago Marathon, and training camps for the White Sox and Bulls.

Currently, Dr. Yaftali is one of the team physicians for the Los Angeles Dodgers. She uses her experience to cover high school events in the area and to treat athletes across all levels. Dr. Yaftali also has a strong interest in sports medicine nutrition and fitness.

Dr. Yaftali was raised as an avid tennis player and life-long athlete herself. She played tennis at the regional and national level and ranked in the Top Ten in Southern California in each of her age brackets. She played tennis for UCLA from 2002-2004, when UCLA was the NCAA team tournament #1 after a year-end national ranking of #6. She transferred to the University of Michigan from 2004-2006, where she was named Captain of the University of Michigan’s Women’s Tennis team in 2005. She was ranked as high as #48 in Division 1 singles, and played as high as #1 in the line-up. In her free time, she enjoys travelling, trying new restaurants, and working out.


Byron Patterson, M.D.

Byron Patterson, M.D.

Physician | CEO of Primary Care Sports Medicine

Dr. Byron Patterson is a primary care sports medicine physician who specializes in non-surgical intervention of patients dealing with injuries ranging from acute such as concussion and fracture care-to chronic conditions such as OA and tendinopathies. His goal is to get patients and athletes back to their active lifestyles quickly and as safely as possible.

Dr. Patterson, a California native, graduated from UC Davis School of Medicine and went on to complete his residency and fellowship at the renowned UCLA Medical Center. There he became assistant professor in the department of pediatrics and started the first pediatric sports medicine clinic. His training and work with many NCAA Division I teams provided him with knowledge in various aspects of internal medicine and pediatrics that could be applied to the broad field of sports medicine.

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Rebecca Fouladian, PA-C

Rebecca Fouladian, PA-C

Certified Physician Assistant

Rebecca was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. She obtained her undergraduate degree from the University of California Los Angeles and pursued a masters degree in Physician Assistant Studies at Western University of Health Sciences. In this specialized medical program, Rebecca obtained extensive academic and clinical training. It was in her orthopedics rotation where she was especially intrigued and fascinated by the human body and it’s anatomy.

Since graduating, Rebecca has worked both in both primary care and urgent care settings. Her background in primary care paired with additional clinical training in the field of sports medicine has provided a well-rounded and versatile understanding of medicine. Rebecca has been highly trained by Dr. Patterson to deliver exceptional medical care and has the abilities to order and interpret diagnostic tests, perform procedures, diagnose, treat, and prescribe medication.

Additionally, Rebecca assists in precepting and guiding students through their clinical training here at Primary Care Sports Medicine.

In her spare time, Rebecca enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends.


Ryan Kennedy, PA-C

Ryan Kennedy, PA-C

Certified Physician Assistant

Ryan was born and raised in Oxnard, California. He obtained his undergraduate education from the California State University, Long Beach with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and minor in Psychology. Ryan then pursued a master’s degree in Physician Assistant Practice from the Primary Care Physician Assistant Program at the Keck School of Medicine of USC. As part of this specialized medical program, Ryan received training in a range of medical, social and behavioral sciences as well as different clinical disciplines. It was during his core Orthopedic rotation and senior clerkship in Sports Medicine that his passion and fascination with the human body was cemented.

As a recent graduate, Ryan has received extensive training from Dr. Patterson and Rebecca to provide the highest quality care.

In his free time, Ryan enjoys staying active partaking in different training disciplines, both playing and watching sports, and spending time with family and friends.


Marie-Claire Schillinger

Marie-Claire Schillinger, PA

Physician Assistant

Marie-Claire hails from Orinda, a small town in northern California. She obtained her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology and Psychology at Rice University in Houston, Texas. While there she competed as a D1 athlete in swimming specializing in breaststroke. She returned to California to earn her Master of Physician Assistant Studies at University of the Pacific in Sacramento. This specialized medical program provided Marie-Claire extensive academic and clinical training. During her Orthopedics rotation she assisted in surgeries and further explored her knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

As a caregiver at heart and with a passion for science Marie-Claire finds a career in medicine a perfect fit and began to gain experience in physical therapy, primary care and urgent care. And as a life-long athlete, competing in many sports and dedicating the hours of training necessary to swim at a national level she developed her enthusiasm for sports medicine and orthopedics.

Marie-Claire is excited to be at PCSM working in a team to provide the excellent care needed to get patients back to their active lifestyles.

In her spare time, Marie-Claire enjoys doing anything outdoors and spending time with family and friends. Though Marie-Claire has often visited family in the San Fernando valley and greater LA area, she appreciates recommendations on places to explore!


Taryn Moshiri, PT, MS, DPT

Taryn Moshiri, PT, MS, DPT

Physical Therapist

Taryn was born and raised on the Big Island of Hawaii. Growing up, she was a competitive swimmer and water polo player. In addition to being a water lover, she loved watching her friends play sports, but hated seeing the injuries related to participating in sports. Her love for sports and her innate desire to help others led her in the path of physical therapy. She pursued a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis in physical therapy at San Diego State University. Following graduation, she went on to a joint program at the University of California, San Francisco and San Francisco State University and received both a Master’s and Doctorate of Physical Therapy.

Having the opportunity to see a high volume of younger patients since the beginning of her PT career, working with children and adolescents has become her passion. When working in Santa Barbara, she collaborated with local high schools and their athletic trainers to treat the local student athletes. She also loves helping children with chronic conditions such as juvenile arthritis who may require long term physical therapy. She not only loves helping kids with their injuries, but strives to also be a great role model and additional support system to them.

In her free time, Taryn enjoys spending time with her husband, their new baby girl and her two French bulldogs. She also enjoys watching sports, trying new restaurants/breweries, hanging with friends and shopping.


Ernest

Ernest Gyolchyan, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Ernest was born in Yerevan, Armenia, and immigrated to the United States with his parents in 2002. Growing up in Los Angeles, he quickly discovered his passion for working with people of all backgrounds. He is fluent in English, Armenian, Russian, and therapeutic Spanish. Today, Ernest is a beloved husband and father. His hobbies include going to the beach, hiking, playing soccer and tennis, and following the English Premier League. Ernest earned a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from California State University, Northridge, and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Mount Saint Mary’s University in Los Angeles. His interests in physical therapy include working with vestibular diagnoses and concussions. He has experience in the neurological field, working with acute and chronic neurological diagnoses. He strives to implement neurological principles in all of his treatments.


Robert Baniasadi

Robert Baniasadi

Physical Therapy Assistant

Robert grew up in Woodland Hills, CA, where he attended El Camino Real High School and participated in various sports such as basketball, football, and track & field. However, his true passion and talent lied in boxing, where he excelled as an amateur fighter.

After high school, Robert pursued his education at UCLA and UNLV, focusing on echo cardiology and gaining a medical background. He furthered his studies in athletic training, obtaining a Bachelor’s degree, and delved into biomechanics in sports medicine, earning a Master’s degree. To enhance his skills, Robert completed his studies at Pima Medical Institute in Las Vegas, becoming a Physical Therapist Assistant. With over 20 years of experience in the medical field, he has worked with diverse demographics of patients in various settings.

Robert’s expertise lies in treating elite athletes, ranging from college to semi-professional and professional levels. His goal is to help them recover from injuries and enhance their skills to excel in their respective sports. In addition, he has started and managed several active recovery centers, dedicated to improving athletes’ ability to perform during their seasons. Notably, Robert’s previous experience as a massage therapist has provided him with extensive knowledge of manual therapy techniques and various modalities.

Passionate about his field, Robert takes pride in his work in physical therapy and sports rehab. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys traveling, sports, spending time with his pets, and indulging in music and movies.


Ever Gallardo, PTA

PT Assistant

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