Contact Spring 2023

Meet Saban’s first child and adolescent psychiatrist

Across the country, there has been a growing need for better access to mental health for children and youth. At Saban, one of the most common issues we’ve seen recently is the difficulty kids have had readjusting to in-person school. Many are struggling with social anxiety and depression. This can lead to self-harming behaviors ranging from skipping classes to eating disorders to cutting themselves.

Working with children and teens requires specialized training. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, Saban hired a new Pediatric Psychiatrist last October: Dr. Daniel Waldman. He is working hard to address the issues with the young patients we see, helping them adjust to their new social pressures and developing coping skills to build resilience.

As they learn more about the needs of our young patients, Dr. Waldman and our clinical team are working collaboratively to inform treatment plans. The team includes Dr. Waldman, licensed clinical social workers, behavioral health clinicians, a clinical supervisor and a pediatrician to ensure they address the whole person and better meet the needs of our most complex cases.

Our team of providers is excited to have the opportunity to work with an in-house pediatric psychiatrist for the first time. Dr. Waldman’s expertise and presence are a huge plus for the team and for the young patients we see each day.

Ge�ing kids to open up

Dr. Waldman understands it can be challenging to really understand what is going on with your child. Between growing educational and extracurricular demands, social media concerns and bullying, starting a meaningful conversation is important. Here are a few tips:

Ask open-ended questions

Start with simple questions that have an easy answer, but don’t settle with “yes” or “no.” Follow up with open-ended questions.

Did you have math class today?

On a scale of 1 to 5, how did it go?

Ready for summer break?

What is one thing you‘re looking forward to?

Focus on positives

Keep questions positive and focused on strengths.

I’m glad you had fun at practice. Has working on your skill made practice more enjoyable?

What made you smile today?

Enable choice

Create “conversation cards” with topics you consistently want to check in about and a few fun questions. Your child gets to choose, so they can focus on the topic they feel comfortable talking about. Questions can be on a range of topics:

Checking-in question: Tell me three things that you‘re proud of.

Fun question:

DR. DANIEL WALDMAN PEDIATRIC PSYCHIATRIST, SABAN COMMUNITY CLINIC

If a genie granted you three wishes, what would they be?

Golfing for good

On March 6th, professionals from the music and recording industries came out in support of the 27th Annual Golf Classic honoring Jeremy Erlich, Global Head of Music at Spotify. A beautiful day on the links was enjoyed by all and more than $210,000 for patient services was raised. A special thank you to our title sponsors: The Johnny Carson Foundation, Spotify and Warner Records.

Event Chair Mitch Rose with Honoree Jeremy Erlich

A recipe for impact

We are grateful for our community of partners and supporters for assembling kits of essentials for our patients. Over the past few months, employees at CAA, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and the students at Crossroads School put together more than 1,500 kits! Contact us at events@sabancommuntyclinic.org to schedule a day with your company or school.

Since the start of this program, 1,200+ volunteers have assembled 13,000 kits and snack packs.

JOIN US!

Friends of Saban Community Clinic invite you to

An evening in support of Saban Community Clinic honoring Rhett&Link

CO-FOUNDERS, MYTHICAL ENTERTAINMENT

AdamKaller

EVENT CHAIR

Brent Weinstein

HOST COMMITTEE

Ali Berman

Max Cutler

Ben Davis

Frank Jung

Megan Smith

Lauren Schwartz

Dan Weinstein

Rana Zand

Monday, May 8 6:00 to 8:00

UTA | 9336 Civic Center Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210

For more information or to purchase a sponsorship or tickets, visit sabancommunityclinic.org/creators or go here:

PARTNER, HANSEN, JACOBSON, TELLER, HOBERMAN, NEWMAN, WARREN, RICHMAN, RUSH, KALLER, GELLMAN, MEIGS & FOX, LLP

In our ongoing effort to create warm, welcoming spaces for our patients and staff, we’ve given our Melrose Family Health Center a refresh.

Welcoming spaces

California Health Care Foundation highlights Mobile Clinic success

After nine months in operation, we are seeing that bringing health care to vulnerable individuals in their homes, where they feel safe and secure, has proven to be effective.

A piece written by California Health Care Foundation highlights the victories and challenges of the Mobile Clinic and working with a population that has neglected their own self-care and has multiple health problems. “We have to build a lot of trust and rapport,” says Samantha Kumpf, Physician Assistant. “Sometimes when we encounter people, we might say ‘Hi’ to them the first ten times before they’re actually ready to engage with us.”

The Mobile Clinic has had a lot of success engaging new patients and referring clients who need follow up care to one of our five sites. With that in mind, we are working towards shifting the paradigm from reactive care to preventative health care.

Go here to view the full article:

1,217 medical and dental visits have been provided to date

When I was homeless, I didn’t take care of myself. In the streets I knew how to survive, how to get food, a hygiene kit, blankets, and all that, but I was just surviving. Now I can take care of myself.”

REFUGIO

LOPEZ RESIDENT AT ORCHID, A TRANSITIONAL HOUSING FACILITY IN HOLLYWOOD THAT SABAN COMMUNITY CLINIC VISITS WITH ITS MOBILE CLINIC

SAMANTHA KUMPF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT, SABAN COMMUNITY CLINIC MOBILE CLINIC

What we are hearing from our patients

“Dr. Khoury is a profoundly skilled and sympathetic provider. He takes time and truly seeks to apply what applications not only create a remedy but inform and heal what underlying issues are the root cause of the medical problem. He is a very rare doctor and humanitarian.”

anonymous

“I am extremely happy to have Dr. Leung as my PCP. At each appointment I could open up about my many health problems, and he always made feel fully supported. I find him totally understanding and I think he approaches my health in a holistic way — not focusing only on the specific ailment but also working on the body and mind as a whole. It is a kind of approach that I always liked. I feel safe and grateful being his patient.”

valentina

laurence

“Dr. Dietze is amazing! She made sure that I was comfortable the whole time. She showed great professionalism and explained to me what I needed to know regarding the dental procedure being done. She is so great that I would never want to have any other dentist but her. The dental assistant is awesome as well. He is very knowledgeable.”

anonymous

“I’m so pleased with how well-run and well-equipped the facilities are. My visit included the use of state-of-the-art equipment and the technicians were very helpful. I also am so grateful that there is a security guard watching the parking lot where I locked up my bicycle. Thank you Saban!”

anonymous

“Excellent, exceptional service, period. Saban is in a league of its own. It is actually a lifesaving organization. I am eternally grateful for the clinic’s professionalism.”

“I have a significant issue with my upper jaw. Dr. Dastur and her assistant Luis are so understanding and very patient, as other dentists have not been as skillful, causing irreparable issues in my mouth. I came to the clinic by referral from a friend, because I couldn‘t find a dentist I could trust. I have since referred others to Saban. I thank the Saban family and all those who have made this care a reality for people who can‘t afford expensive dental offices but want to preserve their teeth.”

anonymous

“I‘m getting better. Twice weekly counseling changed to once weekly. I‘m in a better place with my depression and anxiety. Coming out of a bad place, I now feel my life has purpose and meaning. Thanks to Nick for his expertise and compassion to help me heal from all my trauma. I want to live my best life for myself and for others in my circle.”

anonymous

“With this review I would like to extoll the virtues of Saban Community Clinic and all the staff and doctors and especially Dr. Vuong. I have been going to this clinic for a bit over two years and I must say it is really great and the care is phenomenal. The staff, nurses and pharmacy department are always cheery, professional and polite. I have never had an experience here that is less than pleasant. I feel well taken care of here.”

marta

“This was not an easy appointment and she ROCKED it! My sons were so peaceful and calm this morning. Thank you! We love you guys!”

anonymous

FACT

90.5% of patients surveyed last quarter said they would recommend the Clinic to a friend.