Our Team of Highly-Trained Professionals

Our Team Believes in Your Needs Your Health Your Beauty

Dr. Shahnoos Mahdavi has been a board-certified Internal Medicine Physician since 2008 involved predominately in acute care settings allowing for a comprehensive understanding of patient needs. She has received an abundance of excellent reviews from patients in the hospital setting.

Dr. Mahdavi has been involved with an array of weight-loss programs involving a multitude of sub-categories of health and wellness options since graduating from medical school in 2000.

Simultaneous internal/external full-body rejuvenation is Dr. Mahdavi’s current focus. With proper medical guidance, hormonal, physical, and emotional oversight by your physician, you can still enjoy your life, physically and emotionally, while having your appearance become the best Novel U ©.

Education/Work:

Dr. Mahdavi attended Medical School in Tehran, Iran. Shortly after graduating, she moved to the United States to complete a Post Doctorate Fellowship at the University of Alabama, Birmingham. Dr. Mahdavi completed her Internal Medicine Residency at Atlantic Care Medical Center. Since then, she has worked as a Hospitalist Physician at Christiana Care Hospital in Delaware and Memorial Care Hospital in Southern Orange County.

In 2021, Dr. Mahdavi embarked on her enduring passion for aesthetics and wellness by incorporating it as a part-time venture within her practice. Her journey informs her distinctive approach to patient care and advocacy for women’s needs through various stages of middle age. Presently, she devotes her full attention to her clinical practice and the well-being of her patients.

Languages:

Fluent in English and Farsi

Interests:

Artistry has been Dr. Mahdavi’s favorite pastime. Her artistic eye and talent combined with her medical knowledge will provide the best outcome in your overall appearance.

Dr. Shahnoos Mahdavi

Meet The Doctor

Bahareh Pakbaz

Office Manager

Bahareh Pakbaz joined Novel U Wellness in March 2024 as the office manager, bringing a unique blend of medical expertise and administrative skills to the team. Her medical journey began in Iran, where she graduated from Tehran University in 2006 with a degree in medicine. Driven by a passion for cosmetic medicine, she operated her own practice and worked in the field for three years before immigrating to the United States.

After immigrating, she focused on raising her two wonderful children—a 10-year-old son and an 8-year-old daughter. Once they began school, she returned to college, successfully completing all the prerequisite courses required to apply for a Physician Assistant (PA) program. Joining the exceptional team at Novel U Wellness has allowed her to further immerse herself in the medical field while gaining hands-on experience in a collaborative and innovative environment.

She is excited to combine her medical background and dedication to patient care with her future role as a PA and looks forward to contributing to the wellness of the patients alongside the Novel U Wellness team.

Shelsie Sonco

Nurse

Shelsie brings experience in providing compassionate and high-quality patient care. Her expertise lies in Aesthetics,  medication administration, and Infection Control. She is committed to supporting patients during every step of their rejuvenation Journey. 

She is bilingual and fluent in Spanish and English. She is married and has two lovely daughters whom she adores.

She has been with Novel U since its opening. With her experience, she looks forward to many more years of patient care at the wellness and Med Spa.

Ashley

Receptionist

Ashley is bilingual and fluent in Spanish and English. 

She is currently going to school to pursue her career in psychology as she wishes to work with children and become a child therapist. 

Although she is fairly new to the team here at Novel U, she looks forward to continue her journey here and provide the best service possible to patients. 

She is committed to contributing in maintaining the uplifting environment and in helping patients feel the best they possibly can both mentally and physically with the help of Dr.Mahdavi. 

Victoria Eckard

Receptionist

Victoria relocated to Long Beach, California, in 2024 from her home state of North Carolina.
After graduating high school in 2017, she began her college journey at Mars Hill University before transferring to Appalachian State University. However, she chose to transition into full-time employment due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
She is pursuing a degree in medical assistance at Long Beach City College and aspires to apply to the Diagnostic Medical Imaging (DMI) program in the future. 
Victoria has been with Novel U Wellness since July 2024 and truly enjoys working with the team as a receptionist. She describes the environment as kind and uplifting. She looks forward to continuing her journey with Novel U Wellness for years to come under the leadership of Dr. Mahdavi.

Experience The Difference

the future of beauty today!

At Novel U Wellness & Rejuvenation Center, we are committed to helping you look and feel your best. Embrace the future of beauty and health with us—where your well-being is our priority.

~ Melody ~

I can’t say enough about Dr. Mahdavi! Not only I had a nice visit with her, I also had a phenomenal treatment with an unbelievable result. She is knowledgeable and caring with a sweet heart and gentle touch. I highly recommend her.

~ Kathleen ~

I am so very happy I chose Novel U for my skincare needs! Dr. Mahdavi is a highly skilled doctor and she is so lovely, so kind and friendly! I have very sensitive skin and felt no discomfort at all! I love my results so far and look forward to continuing my wellness journey with Novel U! Thank you so much!! skin care medical spa med spa Long Beach.

~ Jackie ~

Dr. Mahdavi is everything you could possibly hope for in a physician - kind and caring, with wonderful skills and an understanding that each patient has their own unique needs. I could not be happier with the results I have experienced under Dr. Mahdavi's care. Shelsie, Dr. M's office manager, is wonderful and amazingly helpful as well. I was excited to learn Novel U will soon be expanding their skin care services when they add an esthetician to their office - and am looking forward to when I can book a spa day with them! medical spa med spa Long Beach.

~ Shima ~

The entire staff at Novel U Wellness are fantastic. They really take the time to make you feel supported throughout this process. I am very happy and grateful to have Novel U Wellness to help me on my weight loss journey. "Thanks to Dr. Mahdavi and the amazing staff. Words are not enough to express my gratitude for the life changing experience you all have provided me!"