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Serving Pasadena & the West San Gabriel Valley
A direct primary care doctor near Pasadena.
Pastera Direct Primary Care is just east of Pasadena in Arcadia. For one flat monthly fee, you get unhurried visits with Dr. Trang Eng, same- or next-day appointments, a direct line to your doctor, and virtual visits for the days you can't make the drive.
Why Pasadena patients choose Pastera
Primary care that fits a full life.
Direct primary care replaces copays, call centers, and rushed appointments with a membership and a doctor who knows you. It's worth a short drive, and many visits don't need one at all.
Text your doctor
Reach Dr. Eng directly with questions. No phone trees, no portal runaround.
Video visits
When crossing town isn't worth it, many concerns can be handled by secure video from home or work.
Know what you'll pay
One flat monthly fee, no copays, and wholesale prices on labs and many medications.
For women in Pasadena
Menopause care, close to home.
Hot flashes, sleepless nights, brain fog, and mood changes deserve more than a ten-minute visit. Dr. Eng offers evidence-based perimenopause and menopause care, including hormone and non-hormonal options, with time to get it right.
- Perimenopause
- Hot flashes & night sweats
- Sleep
- Mood & brain fog
- Hormone therapy
- Non-hormonal options
- Bone & heart health
Getting here
A short drive from Pasadena.
Pastera is at 150 N Santa Anita Ave, Suite 628, Arcadia, CA 91006, near Santa Anita Avenue and Huntington Drive and close to the 210 Freeway.
We care for patients from across Pasadena and nearby communities:
- Pasadena
- East Pasadena
- Altadena
- South Pasadena
- San Marino
- Sierra Madre
- Arcadia
- Monrovia
- Temple City
- San Gabriel
Pasadena patient questions
Good to know.
Is there a direct primary care doctor near Pasadena?
Yes. Pastera Direct Primary Care is in Arcadia, just east of Pasadena. Dr. Trang Eng is a board-certified internist who cares for adults 18 and older, and patients come from Pasadena, Altadena, South Pasadena, San Marino, Sierra Madre, and across the San Gabriel Valley.
Where is Pastera located, and how far is it from Pasadena?
Pastera is at 150 N Santa Anita Ave, Suite 628, Arcadia, CA 91006, near Santa Anita Avenue and Huntington Drive and close to the 210 Freeway. For most Pasadena residents it's a short drive east, and many visits can be done by video instead.
Can I see Dr. Eng by video from Pasadena?
Yes. Many visits and follow-ups can be done by secure video for patients located in California. Some care, such as physical exams and in-office procedures, happens in person in Arcadia.
Do you offer menopause care near Pasadena?
Yes. Dr. Eng offers perimenopause and menopause care, including hormone therapy, non-hormonal treatment, sleep and mood support, and bone and heart health. It's included in membership. Learn about menopause care.
How much does direct primary care cost?
Membership is $125/month for adults 18–64 and $150/month for adults 65 and older, plus a one-time $100 enrollment fee. The first 25 founding members pay $99/month. Memberships begin with a three-month commitment. There are no copays or per-visit fees. See membership details.
Do I still need health insurance?
We recommend it. Membership covers your primary care. Insurance protects you for emergencies, hospital stays, specialists, and imaging. Many members pair Pastera with a high-deductible or catastrophic plan. How direct primary care works.
Just east of Pasadena
Meet the doctor who has time for you.
Start with a free 15-minute Discovery Call to see if Pastera is the right fit.