Ara Montalvo, MD

Ara Jamasbi Montalvo, MD, specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine at Lee Health, providing expert care for infants, children, adolescents, and young adults. With a strong passion for global health and community health education, she is committed to improving pediatric emergency care both locally and internationally. Dr. Jamasbi Montalvo is fluent in English, Farsi, and Spanish, ensuring effective communication with a diverse range of patients and families. A Los Angeles native, she is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Beyond her medical career, Dr. Jamasbi Montalvo enjoys spending time with her husband and their French bulldog puppy, Winston. She has a deep love for yoga, salsa dancing, and traveling the world, embracing different cultures and experiences. Her dedication to pediatric emergency care, combined with her warm and compassionate approach, makes her a trusted physician for young patients and their families.