Torrance ENT Clinic
The Most Innovative ENT Clinic, Doctors, & Staff In Torrance
Millions of Americans suffer from allergies, nasal congestion, ear pain, and other related conditions that affect their quality of life. Our goal is to help alleviate your suffering through effective, minimally invasive treatment options that are tailored just for you. We specialize in offering the most innovative treatments in the South Bay for allergies, sinus, ears, neck, and throat conditions in a friendly and sophisticated environment.
Our Approach to Care
Rather than just treating your symptoms, we get to the root of the problem through a series of conversations before we can recommend a treatment plan. With ENT conditions, you typically have three types of options: medicines, in-office treatments (minor procedures), and minimally invasive surgeries (operating room). When multiple options are available, we’ll work with you to choose the one that will best fit your needs.
Meet Our ENT Doctors
Dr. Steven E. Davis
BCI Founder & Medical Director
Dr. Davis is a Southern California native who specializes in ear, nose, and throat conditions. He is the Founder and Medical Director of Breathe Clear Institute, where he collaborates with the rest of our medical team.
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Dr. Keith Hurvitz
Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Hurvitz is a Southern California native who is board certified in Plastic surgery and Otolaryngology. He specializes in rhinoplasty, facial cosmetic surgery, and body contouring procedures.
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Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners
Amrita Desai
Physician Assistant
Amrita Desai, PA-C attended UC Davis where she majored in Physiology and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree. She relocated to Los Angeles after college to pursue a career in business. She later joined the UCLA Jonsson Cancer Center where she was involved in academic research for breast, liver, and head and neck cancers. Amrita graduated from the University of Washington’s MEDEX Physician Assistant program with a Master of Clinical Health Services degree. She is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and is licensed in the state of California. She is a member of the Society of Physician Assistants in Otorhinolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery and American Academy of Physician Assistants. Amrita enjoys photography and hiking with her terrier mix Cricket.
Erin Shishido
Physician Assistant
Erin Shishido, PA-C is a Physician’s Assistant. She attended UCLA and earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychobiology before completing her graduate work in Nevada, receiving a Master of Science Degree in Physician Assistant Studies. Erin is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and is licensed in the state of California. She is a member of the Society of Physician Assistants in Otorhinolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery, the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the California Academy of Physician Assistants. In her spare time, she’s a true sports fan who loves to work out and go to concerts.
Julia Nguyen
Physician Assistant
Physician Assistant Julia attended the University of Central Florida where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Sciences. She then earned her Master of Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Florida College of Medicine. She is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the California Academy of Physician Assistants. She enjoys hiking, skiing, interior design, and exploring new restaurants.
Office Staff
Leslie Mueller
Practice Administrator
Leslie is the Practice Administrator at The Breathe Clear Institute. She recently moved from Lexington, Kentucky where she was the Practice Manager for the University of Kentucky Department of Otolaryngology. Leslie received her Bachelor’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology and Audiology from the University of Kentucky. She enjoys talking to patients and hearing how the Breathe Clear Institute has improved their quality of life. When she’s not working, Leslie enjoys spending time with her family, painting, visiting National Parks and going to the beach.
Ricshallet “Shay” Simes
Clinical Research Coordinator
Shay attended Everest College in Gardena where she received her medical assistant certification. In her spare time she likes to be with her daughter, go to the movies and hang out with family and friends. She also enjoys going to the beach and swimming.
Patricia Alvarez
Medical Assistant
Patricia was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. She studied at Everest College in Gardena where she received her medical assistant certificate in 2011. Since graduating from Everest College, Patricia has been working in the ENT field. During her free time, she loves being a full time mom and enjoys spending time with her family.
Manuel Vargas Balerio
Medical Assistant
Manuel Vargas was born in Guadalajara, Mexico raised in Las Vegas, NV where he obtained his Certified Clinical Medical Assistant Certification through the National Health career Association. Outside of work he enjoys hanging around with family and friends and loves to travel.
Fabiola Gutierrez
Medical Assistant
Fabiola was born in Ensenada, raised in SoCal. She has been working as a Medical Assistant for the last 24 years. She enjoys interacting and helping patients. In her spare time, she loves to spoil her grandson, cook and relax at home.
Olga Pariseau
Clinical Research Coordinator
Olga was born in St. Petersburg, Russia and moved to Orange County in 1999. She has always been passionate in helping others and making a difference. Olga has worked in the medical field for 10 years. She enjoys outdoor activities, especially hiking, scuba diving, fishing and camping. Olga also provides caregiving services to all ages with different types of disabilities after work and on the weekends.
Jeff Basurto
Surgery Scheduler
Surgery scheduler Jeffrey Basurto has been in the medical field for over 20 years. He attended Associated Technical College where he received his medical assistant certification. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, hiking, biking and snowboarding.
Krystine Belmont
Front Office Receptionist
Krystine was born and raised in Torrance, California. She has always been a caring person and loves to help those in need. She Studied at Bryman College and received her medical assistant Certificate in 2000. She has been in the medical field for 22 years and has worked with various specialists throughout the years. In her spare time, she enjoys having some fun in the sun at the beach, pigging out on popcorn at the movies, going to the gym for rest and relaxation, fishing to free her mind, spending time with her family and taking daily walks with her favorite Siberian Husky Magenta.