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Catherine Holder, PA-C, is a physician assistant with more than 10 years of experience. At Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC. Catherine specializes in diagnosing and treating anal pain, hemorrhoids, abscesses, and other colorectal conditions.

Catherine completed her undergraduate and physician assistant training at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, before returning to her home state of Alaska to specialize in colon and rectal surgery. During the early years of her career, Catherine met her husband, an Air Force pilot, and relocated to Washington state, where she continued to specialize in surgery.

After welcoming their third child, Catherine and her husband were stationed in Illinois. Catherine transitioned into being a stay-at-home parent during this time before having her third child and moving to Northern Virginia. She is thrilled to rejoin the workforce and return to her passion of helping others at Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, PC.

With extensive education, training, and a compassionate demeanor, Catherine hopes to help her patients feel empowered to face their medical and surgical concerns.

Dr. Rohit Suri is a board-certified obesity medicine specialist at Nova Physician Wellness Center. Serving patients in Fairfax andAshburn, Virginia, he is dedicated to providing individuals with care to ensure their future health, using both cutting-edge medical research and more traditional, conventional methods.

As an expert in weight loss, he helps men and women navigate the challenges associated with nutrition, exercise, behavioral change, and more.

He is a board-certified obesity medicine specialist and also a long-standing member of the American Society of Obesity Medicine and has completed specialized training in this new and emerging field. He is also a board-certified family physician and has been practicing medicine for the last 12 years.

Dr. Suri enjoys creating trusting, confident relationships with his patients. His goal is to help each individual prevent disease, achieve a healthy weight, and reduce risk factors for health complications through positive lifestyle changes. With an emphasis on safe, long-lasting results, he helps patients transform their bodies and their lives.

Maghal Gorre-Ndiaye, FNP, is a dedicated family nurse practitioner, providing exceptional care to patients of all ages at Primary Care Associates of Maryland, which has locations in Frederick and Clarksburg, Maryland. 

Maghal earned her Bachelor of Science in nursing from Stevenson University in Owings Mills, Maryland. She then went on to complete her Master of Science in family nurse practitioner at the Chamberlain College of Nursing, located in Downer's Grove, Illinois, where she also completed over 600 hours of clinical training. 

As an experienced nurse, Maghal has worked in several different health care settings, including hospitals and family practice settings in the state of Maryland. She previously worked as a night shift charge nurse at Shady Grove Adventist Hospital in Rockville, Maryland, for several years before taking a position as a family nurse practitioner at Menocal Family Practice in Frederick. 

Maghal is committed to providing accurate assessments, diagnoses, and treatments to her patients to ensure that all of their needs are met and improve their quality of life. 

Praveen Bolarum, MD, has over 25 years of experience providing outstanding primary care services. At Primary Care Associates of Maryland, Dr. Bolarum serves patients of all ages at their two locations in Frederick - on Thomas Johnson Drive and Urbana Pike - and in Clarksburg, Maryland.

Offering the highest quality medical care with a kind and respectful bedside manner, Dr. Bolarum provides a wide range of services. With specialized training in pediatrics, geriatrics, diabetes management, cardiovascular services, and many other medical specialties, his patients reap great benefit from his knowledge and skills.

As an expert diagnostician, Dr. Bolarum prides himself on making an accurate diagnosis and designing highly personalized care plans that meet the unique needs of the individual patient.

After earning his Doctor of Medicine from Osmania Medical College in Hyderabad, India, Dr. Bolarum completed both his internship and residency at Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center in New York City. He is a Healthgrades recognized physician and a three-time recipient of the Patients’ Choice Award.

Dr. Bolarum is fluent in both French and English and welcomes new patients to Primary Care Associates of Maryland.

Jeevan Errabolu, MD, is a family medicine doctor practicing at Capital Area Internal Medicine, which has locations in Vienna and Ashburn, Virginia. He is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including the University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Chestertown and the University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Easton. 

Dr. Errabolu received his medical degree from Kasturba Medical College Manipal in Karnataka, India, and he has been in practice for more than 20 years. 

Dr. Errabolu has expertise in treating a wide variety of conditions, including anxiety disorders, chronic high blood pressure, and bronchitis, among other conditions. 

Dr. Errabolu accepts many insurance plans, including Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross, and United Healthcare. 

Because of his compassionate demeanor and medical expertise, Dr. Errabolu is highly recommended by patients.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Errabolu and the team at Capital Area Internal Medicine, call the nearest office or request an appointment using the online booking feature today.

Lauren Simington Naughton, MS, PA-C, is an experienced primary care and internal medicine physician assistant who is well-established in the northern Virginia medical community. At Capital Area Internal Medicine, she shares the team’s goal of providing patients with the highest standard of medical care. Lauren sees patients from the practice’s offices in Vienna and Ashburn, Virginia. 

Lauren completed both her undergraduate and graduate degrees at Rutgers University, graduating from PA school in 2004. She has 17 years of clinical experience in the DC metro area. 

At Capital Area Internal Medicine, Lauren aims to care for patients according to their individual needs and health goals. In addition to providing comprehensive primary care and internal medicine services, she has special interests in disease prevention, health maintenance, mental health, eating disorders, and weight management.

Outside of work, Lauren is an active soccer mom to her son. She enjoys cooking, reading, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. 
   

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As a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) nurse practitioner, I am dedicated to delivering high-quality healthcare services through convenient and accessible virtual consultations. With a passion for patient care and a commitment to utilizing advanced technology, I provide personalized medical guidance and support from the comfort of your own home. With years of experience in healthcare and a specialization in adult and pediatric care, I am here to assist you in managing your health and achieving your wellness goals. Whether you need expert advice on chronic disease management, medication review, preventive care, or simply have health-related questions, I am here to provide you with evidence-based recommendations and support.

Bikan Octain M.D. graduated from medical school at the age of 22, making him one of the youngest graduates in his class. He received specialized training in Family Medicine from Wake Forest University, Bowman’s School of Medicine, and started his private practice in Annandale, Virginia in the summer of 1991. Over his 25+ years of private practice experience, Dr. Octain has treated patients of all ages, from newborns to seniors well in their 90s. His practice has grown to serve many families who have been returning to his care for over 3 generations and in some cases even 4 generations. He has a passion for helping the underserved and has been an avid participant in the Northern Virginia health community. His philosophy is that everyone should have access to affordable healthcare.

Dr. Dan Bishwakarma is a board-certified family physician at Prime Medical Care, LLC, serving residents living in the Alexandria, Virginia area. He earned his M. B., B. S. (Bachelor in Medicine and Bachelor in Surgery) degree from Tribhuvan University, Nepal. He completed his residency in Family Medicine at the Wyckoff Heights Medical Center, New York, affiliated with Cornell University, in June 2008. He served as a chief resident in the last year of his residency. His residency training in the metropolitan environment of New York City and work experience soon after have given him the knowledge and skillset required to manage a wide variety of illnesses in a diverse patient population. He is currently practicing in Alexandria, VA providing primary and immediate care to the surrounding D.C. Metro areas.

At Prime Medical Care LLC, Dr. Bishwakarma places a strong emphasis on disease prevention and health promotion. To prevent illness, he encourages his patients to participate in annual comprehensive physical exams and periodic health checkups. He promotes health screening based on each patient’s individual personal history, family history, and risk factors. To promote health, he provides education on healthy habits such as exercise, good nutrition, smoking cessation and stress management. He treats a variety of chronic medical conditions including but not limited to:

• Diabetes
• High blood pressure
• High cholesterol
• Thyroid disease
• Asthma
• Chronic bronchitis
• Acid reflux
• Depression/anxiety
• Arthritis

In addition, he also treats patients who need immediate care like:

• Allergies
• Flu
• Acute sinusitis
• Strep throat
• Ear infections
• Acute bronchitis
• Pneumonia
• UTIs & STIs

He’s very experienced as to when to refer patients to emergency care facilities and/or specialists where they can receive the level of care they need. Through social media, his patients say Dr. Bishwakarma is a very efficient and knowledgeable doctor with excellent bedside manner.

Personally, Dr. Bishwakarma is a family oriented person. He has been married for nearly 25 years.  He has a very supportive wife and three wonderful children: two sons and one daughter. He loves to listen to music, read and spend time with his family when he is not working. He strongly believes that good family support is essential to cope with illnesses and to be healthy.

Paul Katz, DO, brings a vast skill set to Chesapeake Wellness Center in Cecilton and Elkton, Maryland, helping families in Cecil, Kent, and Queen Anne’s counties receive the medical care they need. In addition to his experience and knowledge as a primary care physician, Dr. Paul Katz specializes in addiction medicine, helping patients take back control of their lives through tailored recovery programs.

To offer this comprehensive care, Dr. Paul Katz holds board certifications in Primary Care Medicine, Addiction Medicine, Osteopathy and Anesthesia. He is a Distinguished Fellow of the American Board of Addiction Medicine and a Fellow of the American College of Anesthesiology.

Dr. Paul Katz began as a member of the military, and he was in active duty from 1962 until 1979, when he was honorably discharged as a Lieutenant Colonel. After obtaining his medical degree, Dr. Paul Katz completed his residency at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1993 and then worked as medical director and a primary care practitioner, as well as teaching faculty, at the same institution.

In 2000, Dr. Paul Katz established his practice in Cecilton to provide individualized care to each member of the family with a personable approach to medicine that emphasizes education and relationship-building. Chesapeake Wellness Center was established on that foundation and in January 2017, Dr. Paul Katz opened a second office in Elkton.

In addition to primary care and addiction medicine services, Dr. Paul Katz is a current Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration Certified Medical Examiner, which enables him to offer DOT and CDL physicals.

Mrs. Sharita Sivels, LCPC, LPC, is the clinical director of One Alkaline Life, LLC in Waldorf, Maryland. As a therapist, Sharita works with individuals, couples, and families to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and address the side effects of a variety of mental illnesses. She provides services virtually through an online telemedicine platform to make mental health care accessible to everyone, regardless of their location.

After earning a bachelor’s degree in psychology at Frostburg State University in Frostburg, Maryland, Sharita stayed on to complete her master’s degree in counseling and psychology.

With more than 10 years of experience working in clinical mental health, Sharita is known for her patient-centered, holistic approach. She provides compassionate care for adults and children dealing with mood disorders, eating disorders, substance abuse problems, and trauma.

Sharita utilizes several advanced therapeutic techniques, including interpersonal therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and motivational therapy, to address issues that negatively impact a patient’s mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness.

She also has extensive experience helping people incorporate breathwork, meditation, and other mindfulness techniques into daily life to better manage stress. Sharita values the time she spends helping others live up to their potential, so they can enjoy happier, fuller lives.