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Southern California Reproductive Center

At Southern California Reproductive Center, we stand at the forefront of fertility care, blending modern science with personalized compassion. Our dedicated team of fertility experts are committed to guiding you through every step 
of your unique fertility journey.

450 N Roxbury Drive, Suite 500, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Tel: 310.277.2393 | scrcivf.com

Article by Tracy Marcynzsyn, Photography provided

For more than 25 years, Southern California Reproductive Center (SCRC) has been helping patients build families through advanced fertility care grounded in medical expertise, individualized treatment and a physician-led approach. Founded in 2000 by reproductive endocrinologists Dr. Mark Surrey and Dr. Hal Danzer, SCRC has grown from a single Beverly Hills practice into one of the most established fertility practices in the United States, now serving communities throughout Southern California.

In August 2026, SCRC reached another milestone with the opening of a new satellite location in Westlake Village. Located within CURE Medical at the Center for Health & Wellbeing at the Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, the new location brings SCRC’s reproductive care closer to patients in the Conejo Valley and surrounding communities.

The expansion reflects a simple idea that has remained central to SCRC since its founding: Fertility care should be both highly specialized and accessible to the people who need it.

“This is an exciting moment for our practice and for the patients we serve,” said Dr. Mark Surrey, Co-Founder of SCRC. “Expanding to Westlake Village reflects our ongoing commitment to making world-class fertility care more accessible across Southern California. We are proud to grow from a foundation of physician-led values that have guided this practice from the beginning.”

Bringing Care to the Conejo Valley

Fertility treatment often involves frequent appointments for bloodwork, ultrasounds and other monitoring. While advanced treatment may be concentrated at a specialized fertility center, the logistical demands of traveling back and forth can add another layer of stress to an already emotional process.

SCRC’s Westlake Village location is designed to address that challenge. It will serve as a central monitoring point for SCRC patients from Santa Barbara and Beverly Hills, allowing them to complete bloodwork and ultrasound monitoring closer to home during treatment cycles. New patients can also begin their care at the Westlake Village location, with consultations available either in person or virtually.

The new location is part of a broader Southern California network that includes SCRC offices in Beverly Hills, Santa Barbara, Pasadena and Ventura. Together, these locations allow patients to receive local monitoring while remaining connected to the same physician group and SCRC’s established laboratory and clinical infrastructure.

“We built this practice one patient at a time, and that approach has never changed,” said Dr. Hal Danzer, Co-Founder of SCRC. “Our Westlake Village location is a reflection of where we are headed, a physician-led practice continuing to grow in a way that puts patients first. We’re excited to bring our care closer to communities that have long needed it.”

The Westlake Village location is situated within CURE Medical at the Center for Health & Wellbeing at the Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village, a setting focused on individualized medical and wellness experiences. SCRC’s presence there extends the practice’s physician-led reproductive care into one of the region’s premier wellness destinations.

A Personalized Approach to Fertility Treatment

Although technology has transformed reproductive medicine, SCRC believes that successful fertility care starts with understanding the individual patient.

“Fertility care is not one-size-fits-all, and it shouldn’t be treated that way,” is a principle that guides the practice. Two patients may have the same diagnosis on paper but require very different approaches based on their biology, medical history and personal goals.

SCRC’s physicians work with patients to develop individualized treatment plans and explain the reasoning behind those recommendations. The goal is for patients to understand their options and make informed decisions rather than simply follow a predetermined protocol.

That philosophy is reflected in the practice’s physician-owned structure. SCRC was founded by physicians and remains physician-owned today. Its medical team includes Dr. Mark Surrey, Dr. Hal Danzer, Dr. Carolyn Alexander, Dr. Susan Maxwell and Dr. Diana Chavkin, all reproductive medicine specialists committed to individualized patient care.

The physicians also hold clinical faculty appointments at UCLA and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, bringing academic and clinical experience to their work.

Comprehensive Reproductive Services Under One Practice

SCRC offers a broad range of fertility services designed to meet patients at different stages of their reproductive journeys. These include in vitro fertilization (IVF), intrauterine insemination (IUI), egg freezing and fertility preservation, donor egg treatment and other forms of third-party reproduction, including gestational surrogacy.

The practice also provides male fertility evaluation and treatment, diagnostic fertility testing, genetic testing and preimplantation genetic testing, as well as advanced reproductive and minimally invasive surgery.

For LGBTQ+ individuals and couples, SCRC offers family-building options including IVF, reciprocal IVF, donor gametes and surrogacy. The practice also works with single parents by choice and intended parents pursuing donor or gestational-carrier arrangements.

Patients may come to SCRC for many different reasons, including unexplained infertility, recurrent pregnancy loss, tubal factor infertility, endometriosis, ovarian dysfunction, diminished ovarian reserve or male factor infertility. Others seek fertility preservation to maintain future options, including those facing medical treatments that may affect fertility.

Expertise Without the Distance

SCRC’s physicians say patients consistently value two things: the practice’s level of expertise and the personal nature of its care.

Patients are supported by care coordinators who understand their history, questions are answered in accessible language and the team strives to ensure that patients feel known rather than processed through a system.

That emphasis on continuity extends to SCRC’s Beverly Hills flagship location, which houses the practice’s own assisted reproductive technology (ART) laboratory. Keeping embryology and patient care under the same roof allows the clinical and laboratory teams to communicate directly about each case.

The laboratory, combined with SCRC’s depth of experience in reproductive medicine, provides an important foundation for the practice’s IVF and related services. SCRC’s physicians have practiced through decades of advances in reproductive medicine while continuing to invest in new technologies and treatment approaches.

Looking Ahead

As SCRC enters its next chapter, the Westlake Village expansion represents both growth and a continuation of the practice’s original mission.

The goal is not simply to add another location, but to make specialized fertility care more accessible while preserving the physician-led, individualized approach that has defined SCRC since 2000.

For patients throughout the Conejo Valley, Santa Barbara, Ventura and greater Southern California, the new Westlake Village location offers another point of access to a fertility practice with more than two decades of experience.

At its core, SCRC’s message remains straightforward: Every patient deserves the opportunity to understand their fertility options and pursue the path to family building that is right for them.

For more information or to book a consultation, visit scrcivf.com or call 310.277.2393.

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Nectar of the Dogs

Simi Valley’s first and only wine tasting room is open Wednesday-Sunday, pouring award-winning handcrafted California wine.

791 Chambers Ln Unit 130, Simi Valley, CA 93065
Tel: (805) 624-7101 | nectarofthedogs.com

Article and photography provided

Nectar of the Dogs Wine (NOTDW) is more than a tasting room; it’s a destination built around the simple idea that great wine is better when it’s shared, and that every bottle can help make a difference.

With handcrafted California wines, a lively calendar of events and a mission to support dog rescue, NOTDW has created a space in Simi Valley where guests can sip, socialize and celebrate while giving back to a cause close to the brand’s heart.

More Than a Tasting Room

Nectar of the Dogs Wine was born from a passion for wine and a commitment to helping dogs in need. The company’s mission goes beyond producing quality wine; a portion of bottle sales supports local nonprofit rescue Outta the Cage, in addition to other local rescues.

That spirit of giving is part of what makes the brand unique. The dog-inspired identity is playful and welcoming, but the mission behind it is meaningful: bring people together, create memorable experiences and use the business as a vehicle to give back.

“At its core and since the beginning, Nectar of the Dogs Wine was inspired by the love of the rescue dogs that changed our lives, and our love of wine,” said Founder Melanie Garibay.

Giving back is only part of the story. Garibay also envisioned NOTDW as a place where people could gather and feel at home. Since opening its tasting room in 2023, the response from the local community has helped fuel the company’s growth.

“Opening the tasting room was a labor of love, and the overwhelming support from the community has made it all worth the hard work and effort,” says Garibay.

That sense of welcome is evident in the dog-friendly tasting room’s personality. Dog lovers, wine enthusiasts, music fans and neighbors can all find a reason to stop by and stay awhile.

Crafted to be Shared

At the heart of Nectar of the Dogs Wine is small-production, handcrafted wine.

The brand’s portfolio showcases a diverse collection of wines, from crisp, refreshing whites and rosés to rich reds and distinctive blends. Vineyard sources span some of California’s celebrated growing regions, including Napa Valley, Atlas Peak, Paso Robles and Lodi, allowing the winemaking team to explore different varietals, styles and expressions while maintaining a commitment to quality.

Guests can experience the wines through tasting flights, glasses or bottles, making the tasting room an easy place to discover something new whether you’re a longtime wine enthusiast or simply looking for a fun place to spend an afternoon or evening.

Sip, Stay & Celebrate

If wine is at the heart of Nectar of the Dogs Wine, community is its soul.

The Simi Valley tasting room has become a gathering place for live music, special events and experiences designed to bring people through the doors and give them a reason to stay awhile. The calendar features live performances, themed nights, trivia, wine releases and other events that turn a traditional tasting room visit into something much more social.

NOTDW provides an expansive industrial-style space that makes an ideal setting for private events. The nearly 3,000-square-foot venue can be transformed to accommodate a wide range of occasions, including milestone celebrations, rehearsal gatherings, fundraisers, holiday parties and corporate events. From intimate gatherings to larger celebrations, each event is uniquely tailored to meet the guest’s creative vision.

The staff’s extensive experience in event production brings a level of expertise that helps make planning and execution seamless from start to finish. Plus, the venue’s comprehensive production package includes professional audio, video and lighting, providing everything needed to elevate events featuring live music, presentations, performances and other entertainment.

Ultimately, NOTDW is about bringing people together, with a great glass of wine in hand and a good cause at heart.

Whether you stop in for a tasting, come out to hear a local band, gather friends for a celebration or book the space for your next event, the experience is designed to be shared.

Because at Nectar of the Dogs Wine, every gathering has the potential to become something more: a great memory, a stronger community and, with every bottle, a little more help for dogs in need.

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Cellar Masters

Climate-controlled custom wine cellars and wine storage solutions. Regularly serving Ventura, Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Orange, and Riverside Counties since 1990,

2088 Anchor Court, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
Tel: (805) 375-5040 | cellarmastersinc.com

By Greg Barnett

Photography by Greg Barnett and Scott Berry

Have you ever wondered if it’s time to create a wine cellar in your home? How many bottles of wine do you have? How many cases? How many wine racks or refrigerators are currently storing your collection? Perhaps you have a growing wine collection you’d love to display in your home or business.

These are some of the questions Scott Berry, owner of Cellar Masters, hears every day from homeowners and wine collectors.

Getting Started with Cellar Masters

So, how do you get started? Reach out to Berry, and he will meet you at your home or business to help you choose the best wine feature for your needs.

“We love visiting homeowners, listening, designing and creating their custom wine cellars every step of the way,” says Berry. “We understand that tastes are unique for each project, so their wine cellar is personalized to suit their needs. You dream it, and Cellar Masters will create it!”

Cellar Masters also specializes in creating impressive wine features for restaurants. These installations showcase exceptional wine collections in glass-enclosed, climate-controlled environments, allowing diners to admire the collections as they enter or move through the restaurant.

“We recently created a 630-bottle wine feature for Old Oak Steakhouse in Thousand Oaks. It’s always nice to see our work in the wild,” says Berry.

Wine Storage Designed Around You

Cellar Masters offers a wide range of solutions for homes and businesses, including wine walls, under-stair installations, contemporary designs and traditional wine cellars. The company has been designing, building and serving cellars since 1990.

“Wine features can start with a small collection or larger,” says Berry. “Some wine walls are for display and at room temperature, and for temperature-controlled environments in your living room or dining room, we have been very creative in building them for our clients.”

The possibilities are almost endless. A wine feature can be designed to store cases, large format and individual bottles while providing convenient label views and dedicated space for wine keys, decanters and other accessories. Cellar Masters showcases examples of its work on its website, CellarMasters.com, and at its Newbury Park location, where clients can view select installations in person by appointment.

Finding Space in Unexpected Places

“You just never know where you can place your collection,” says Berry.

That creativity is at the heart of what Cellar Masters does. The company has assembled an experienced team to design, build and install custom wine cellars and wine storage solutions for homes and businesses.

Cellar Masters has built more than 2,500 custom wine cellars throughout the region and across California.

Whether your collection consists of a few special bottles or hundreds of cases, Cellar Masters can create a space that is both functional and beautiful, designed specifically around your collection, your home and your lifestyle.

Protect Your Wine Collection

For winemakers, collectors and restaurateurs who may not yet have the space—or who simply need additional storage—Cellar Masters offers a variety of climate-controlled storage options at its facility. Storage begins with an 18-case base locker, making it an ideal solution for growing collections while providing an opportunity to become part of the Cellar Masters wine community. Custom wine lockers and concierge services are also available, including assistance with receiving and managing wine club deliveries.

Call Cellar Masters at 805.375.5040 or visit CellarMastersinc.com to learn more.

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