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About LifeLine Walk-In · Torrance, CA
A safe space and a lifeline for the South Bay
Our mission is simple: quality, convenient, comprehensive care for the whole family, the same day you need it. Too many people wait hours in crowded rooms or weeks for an appointment, for their body and their mind. LifeLine is a safe space where your time is respected, you’re treated with dignity, and you’re seen and heard, then back to the life you came here to protect.
What we believe
Care that respects your time
Mind and body, together
Medical and mental health care under one roof, so nothing falls through the cracks.
Judgment free, always
Whatever brings you in, you'll be met with respect and real listening.
Clear costs, no surprises
We check your insurance before you're seen, and give self-pay patients a quote before the visit.
Your time matters
Join the line free, walk in, and get back to your shift, your kids, and your life.
Our care team
Board certified, physician led, and local
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Anulika Chilaka, DNP, FNP-BC
Board-certified family clinician
A board-certified clinician since 2012 with years of walk-in clinic experience.
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Samuel Chilaka, DHA, PMHNP-BC
Board-certified psychiatric clinician
Leads our mental health care for kids, teens, and adults, in person and by video.
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Noleen Nobleza, PMHNP-BC
Board-certified psychiatric clinician
Praised by patients as compassionate, attentive, and empathetic.
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Jason Lewis, MD
Medical director
Oversees our medical care and clinical standards.
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Philip Wasef, MD
Medical director of psychiatry
Oversees our psychiatric care and treatment plans.
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Our front desk & assistants
The first smile you see
Patients mention them by name in their reviews, and for good reason.
Our standards · Board-certified clinicians · Two MD medical directors · CLIA-waived on-site lab · HIPAA-secure video visits · Affordable self-pay labs
★★★★★
Five stars is not enough for Anulika Chilaka at Lifeline Walk-In Clinic in Torrance.
Tricia E. · Local Guide
★★★★★
Lifeline walk in was truly a lifeline and the Dr and the staff put patients first.
Deepa A. · Google review
★★★★★
These are the most friendly people at a clinic I have ever met. They actually listen to you and want to help.
TorvusDog · Google review
Come see the difference
for yourself.
Join the walk in line for free, or walk in. We'd love to meet you.