Meet the Team

  • INTERNAL MEDICINE

    Medical School: St Louis University School of Medicine

    Residency: John Hopkins Hospital

  • We are thrilled to announce that Elizabeth "Besty" Tecca, NP, has joined our practice as of May 19, 2025. Elizabeth will be assisting Dr. Candell and Dr. Hwang in caring for patients at Orinda Medical Group. Her expertise includes pre-op examinations, physicals, well woman visits,  and routine visits to help manage chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol. 

    Elizabeth has over 20 years of experience at a busy internal medicine practice in San Diego, and is moving to Lamorinda to be closer to her family.

    We are confident that Elizabeth will be a valuable addition to our team and will enhance the care and services we provide to you.

    Brian Candell.MD and Yenjean Hwang, MD

  • INTERNAL MEDICINE/ INFECTIOUS DISEASE

    Medical School: University of Chicago

    Residency/ Fellowship: University of Utah Medical Center

Office Staff

  • Anna

  • Amanda

  • Tamara

  • Kimi