Meet Our Providers
Lawrence D. Platt, MD
Dr. Lawrence Platt earned his Bachelor of Science and medical degrees from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. After completing his internship and residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Sinai Hospital where he served as Chief Resident, Dr. Platt pursued a fellowship in Maternal-Fetal Medicine at the University of Southern California School of Medicine.
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A Diplomate of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the National Board of Medical Examiners, Dr. Platt also holds a sub-specialty board certification in Maternal-Fetal Medicine. In addition to his private practice work, he is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the David Geffen School of Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles. A former chairman of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles and vice chairman at UCLA, Dr. Platt is currently on attending staff at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, and St. John’s Health Center in Santa Monica where he co-directs the division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine Division.
Dr. Platt serves on numerous national and international committees and is on the Board of Directors of the major professional societies, including the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine, the International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology, and the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine. He also serves on the Biomarker Discovery Project Oversight Committee of the Entertainment Industry Foundation. He is a founding board member and current treasurer for the Maternal-Fetal Medicine Foundation, now called the Pregnancy Quality Foundation. He is also currently a board member of the Pregnancy Foundation. He has served as president of the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine, the International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology, the Los Angeles OB/GYN Society, and as chairman of the OB/GYN Assembly of Southern California.
Dr. Platt has received numerous honors and accolades throughout his career, including being named annually to the “Best Doctors in Los Angeles” by Los Angeles Magazine and “Best Doctors in America” by Health Magazine. Additional awards include the Distinguished Alumni Award from Wayne State University, the William J. Fry Memorial Lecture Award, and the Joseph H. Holmes Pioneer Award in Clinical Sciences from the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine. In 2008, he was the fourth American recipient of the Ian Donald Gold Medal Award from the International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Dr. Platt actively maintains his involvement in research and has been principal investigator in many NIH and WHO studies, primarily in the areas of prenatal diagnosis and treatment, ultrasound in obstetrics and gynecology, biophysical assessment of fetal condition, and ultrasound screening for ovarian cancer. He was a founding editor of the highly regarded international journal Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology. An active reviewer for numerous publications, Dr. Platt holds or has held editorial board positions for the Journal of Maternal-Fetal Investigation, Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine, Journal of Reproductive Sciences, Polish Journal of Gynecological Investigations, and Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology. He is the author of more than 350 peer-reviewed scientific articles, abstracts, and book chapters. In addition, he has written four books and created educational audiotapes, movies, videotapes, and CD-ROMs.
Janet Horenstein, MD
Dr. Janet Horenstein is a native of Southern California and earned her Bachelor of Science degree at the University of California, San Diego. During her time at UCSD, she gained valuable experience working in biochemistry research. She then pursued her medical education at the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara. Returning to her home state, Dr. Horenstein completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at White Memorial Medical Center and fellowship in Maternal-Fetal Medicine at Los Angeles County / University of Southern California.
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During her time at LAC/USC, Dr. Horenstein developed an interest in ultrasound and fetal evaluation and procedures. As Associate Professor, she authored numerous publications related to ultrasound diagnosis. She has since been in practice in the Los Angeles area performing consultative ultrasound and fetal procedures.
Dr. Horenstein is active in global health initiatives. She has traveled to Ghana with the International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology to teach ultrasound to local providers, supporting efforts to reduce the country’s high maternal mortality rate.
She also is a member of numerous organizations involving her specialty, including the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine, and the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine.
Paola Aghajanian, MD
Dr. Paola Aghajanian earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Molecular and Cell Biology at the University of California, Berkeley, graduating Phi Beta Kappa. She received her medical doctorate from the University of California, San Diego. Dr. Aghajanian then completed residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of California, Los Angeles followed by fellowship in Maternal-Fetal Medicine at the University of Southern California.
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Dr. Aghajanian is board certified in both Obstetrics and Gynecology and Maternal-Fetal Medicine by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. After training, she joined Cedars-Sinai Medical Center as faculty in the division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine and served as Director of Labor and Delivery, the Placenta Accreta Team, and Obstetric Simulation. She was awarded a faculty rank of Associate Professor during her time at Cedars-Sinai, where she remains medical staff. Prior to joining the Center for Fetal Medicine, Dr. Aghajanian worked as a Maternal-Fetal Medicine consultant in a private practice in Glendale.
Dr. Aghajanian is a member of the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and the Pacific Coast Obstetrical and Gynecological Society.
In her spare time, Dr. Aghajanian enjoys cooking, reading, going on nature walks, traveling, and spending time with her husband and three children.
Candace Levian, MD
Dr. Candace Levian was born and raised in Los Angeles and earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Physiological Sciences at the University of California, Los Angeles. She then received her medical doctorate from the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. Committed to serving her hometown community, Dr. Levian returned to Los Angeles to complete both her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology and fellowship in Maternal-Fetal Medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.
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Dr. Levian is a dedicated specialist in Maternal-Fetal Medicine with a genuine passion for women’s health and obstetrics. After receiving her medical education in Virginia, she trained alongside her mentor Dr. Platt at Cedars-Sinai, the hospital at which she was born. Dr. Levian contributed to quality improvement at Cedars-Sinai by serving on the Obstetrics Peer Review Committee. She then joined the Center for Fetal Medicine following completion of her fellowship and holds medical staff privileges at both Cedars-Sinai and Providence Saint John’s.
As a member of the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine and the Society for Reproductive Investigation, Dr. Levian is heavily involved in clinical research. Her specific areas of interest include fetal growth restriction, gestational diabetes, advanced maternal age, and postpartum hemorrhage. Dr. Levian has presented her work in the field of Maternal-Fetal Medicine at both national and international conferences, underscoring her commitment to evidence-based practice.
In addition to her in-house consultative services, Dr. Levian provides specialized preconception counseling through a convenient telehealth platform, specifically designed for patients with complex medical issues or detailed questions who are planning pregnancy.
Eloise O’Donnell, MS, RD, CDCES
Eloise is a dietitian, nutritionist, and diabetes specialist at the Center for Fetal Medicine. She earned her Master of Science degree in Nutrition from California State University, Los Angeles and her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara.
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Eloise provides customized nutrition plans with a passion for helping clients thrive through all life stages. Her areas of expertise include preconception, fertility, pregnancy and postpartum nutrition as well as sustainable weight management, exercise nutrition, and specialized diets for conditions such as diabetes, anemia, and eating disorders.
For over a decade, Eloise worked in corporate wellness, developing and leading “Worth-It!”, a national diabetes education program. This initiative was instrumental in helping thousands of participants improve their clinical markers, such as blood pressure and cholesterol, and establish a foundation for better health.
Eloise’s coaching is built on the belief that food and exercise are essential in medicine. She starts by learning your specific goals and uses her clinical training and experience to guide you through positive action steps. Her style is a mix of empathy, clear communication, and proven clinical expertise – ensuring you feel supported while building healthy habits that last a lifetime.



