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Through active listening and thoughtful questioning I offer guidance and treatment to patients. My patients are then able to pursue their own efforts to live happy and healthy lives.

Dr. Michael Aziz is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician, author, and a broadcast media commentator. He is as an attending physician at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. Dr. Aziz completed his medical training at Long Island Jewish Medical Center and Staten Island University Hospital in New York. He is a member of the American College of Physicians,  the American Society of Internal Medicine, and a fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine in the United Kingdom. Dr. Aziz is also a keynote speaker at numerous national and international conferences, including those organized by the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine.

As the founder of the practice that integrates traditional and functional medicine, Dr. Aziz focuses on addressing  the root cause of disease. He is the author of "The Perfect 10 Diet," a book that challenged outdated dietary guidelines in 2010. It is a book that was ahead of its time since it went against established medical guidelines for its position against fake fats promoted by the Amercian Heart Association, and the Harvard Food Pyramid. He advocated a balanced, natural diet with satuarted fats in 2010 long before the new USDA Food Pyramid was introduced in 2026.

Dr. Michael Aziz was among the first doctors to alert the public on national TV about the danger of seed oils, and trans fats 20 years ago, long before the media caught on.  Dr. Aziz was also among the first doctors to alert the public about the dangers of both low-carb and keto diets since nitrites in processed meats have been linked to many types of cancer.  

Upon The perfect 10 Diet release, Dr. Michael Aziz was featured on ABC's billboard in Times Square in NYC. He also made it on the cover of "First for Women," one of the largest magazines in the United States. The Perfect 10 Diet became an instant bestseller. The Perfect 10 Diet hit the number one spot on Amazon for 12 consecutive weeks in 2011, and was picked up to be translated into several foreign languages including; Italian, Chinese, Mandarin, Slovenian, Urdu, Malay, and Indonesian. Dr. Aziz and The Perfect 10 Diet were featured on countless TV shows including "The View," "The Doctors," "Fox and Friends," and "Dr. Oz." He has been a guest on hundreds of radio shows, podcasts, The Mel Robbins show, and NPR.  It was the start of his  national exposure.    

In 2025, Dr. Aziz published his second book, "The Ageless Revolution." It is the first book on the market that addresses aging as a disease. It is a new concept in medicine since it targets cellular malfunction. Alarmed by the high mortality rates in the US during the Covid-19 pandemic, Dr. Aziz emphasizes the need for proactive health measures to improve healthspan, and prolong lifespan. His approach integrates traditional and functional medicine aiming to treat aging rather than treating chronic age-related diseases using supplements, hormone replacement, and peptides. 

The second book was also an immediate bestseller, hitting the number 1 spot in anti-aging, longevity, menopause, and holistic medicine categories on Amazon for several weeks. The book was also picked up  to be translated into several foreign languages including Portuguese ( Brazil), Polish, and Chinese. 

Dr Aziz is a prolific contributor to Life Extension Magazine with the "Ask the Doctor"column which reaches 400,000 readers monthly. He had been a contributor to The Boardroom Newsletters which reached over 7 million subscribers with health advice in 2010's. He is a also a medical contributor to Biohackyourself (website and magazine) that reaches over 3 million people on social  media. Dr. Aziz's columns, articles, and opinions have been published in The LA Times, CNN.com, Fox.com, Newseek, The Washington Post, WebMD, The NY Post, the Daily News, Katie Couric Media, Harper's Bazaar, Forbes, as well as in hundreds of publications internationally around the world such as The Daily Mail, Paris Match, The Saigon Times, and El Arabyia.  Dr. Aziz regularly provides medical commentary on many health networks, including NBC, NPR, Fox, Fox 5 NY, ABC, WGN Chicago,  Telemundo, the Will Cain Show, Pix11, Fox 5, and Dubai TV.

Dr. Aziz is passionate about philanthropy. He volunteered in NYC during the Covid-19 pandemic, and treated underserved communities in remote villages of Indonesia. He is also donating the proceeds of The Ageless Revolution to  charity helping women affected by breast cancer. 

To me, the doctor-patient relationship is ideally a long-term collaboration.  You and I work together to help keep you healthy, and if difficulties should arise, we want you to know you can look to us for reliable, sensitive and competent medical care.

Though most of my patients are young women, often new to New York, I also have many others, both male and female, whom I’ve worked with since I started in private practice more than two decades ago.  

I perform many of the same clinical services an internist does, but as a family practitioner, much of my work also involves routine office gynecology, including Pap smears, oral contraceptives and diagnosis of sexually transmitted diseases.

As a clinical instructor at NYU Langone Medical Center, I refer my patients to many of the most widely respected in-network specialists in the city.  Whether it's here in our office or with a specialist we refer you to, we hope you'll feel that someone is listening to you and your concerns, and giving you the care you deserve.

I look forward to meeting you.

Sincerely,

Val Lyon, MD

Lyon & Martin Medical Associates

Dr. Chike Okafor is a fellowship-trained Sports Medicine physician and founder of Vertex Sports Medicine in Manhattan, New York. He specializes in non-operative orthopedic care, sports injury management, musculoskeletal ultrasound, ultrasound-guided procedures, regenerative medicine, weight management, and primary care. Dr. Okafor completed his Sports Medicine fellowship at Duke University, where he cared for athletes across multiple sports, including football, basketball, lacrosse, and volleyball. He completed his Family Medicine residency at Montefiore Medical Center and earned his medical degree from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. His approach focuses on identifying the root cause of pain and dysfunction through comprehensive evaluations, movement assessments, and advanced diagnostic tools. He works closely with patients to develop personalized treatment plans tailored to their goals, lifestyle, and activity level.

Robert Mmereole, MD, is a board-certified family practitioner offering comprehensive medical care at his practice, Mmereole Health, in West New York, New Jersey. He welcomes new and established patients whether they need care for an acute illness or management of chronic disease. His experiences in surgery, OB/GYN, family medicine, and treating patients with burns have broadened his understanding of how each patient might feel when they walk into the office.

Dr. Mmereole started his career in chemical engineering, then decided to pursue medicine at Howard University College of Medicine in Washington, DC. After graduating with his medical degree, he completed a transitional year internship at Mount Sinai Beth Israel in New York City before entering his residency training.

Dr. Mmereole finished a family medicine residency at the State University of New York (SUNY), Stony Brook University Hospital in Stony Brook, New York. He also completed a general surgery residency at New York Medical College in Valhalla. He holds active certification from the American Board of Family Medicine.

Dr. David Rosen provides same-day virtual appointments in 25 states and growing. Our FDA-approved sleep study device arrives at your home in 1-3 days with a next-day appointment to review the results. To help improve America's sleep, Dr. Rosen launched Renuma in August 2022, a digital health platform focused on providing streamlined and accessible care for obstructive sleep apnea. Visit our website at www.renumasleep.com to get a free obstructive sleep apnea risk report with no strings attached and get tested and treated for obstructive sleep apnea in days, not weeks.

Sarah J. Shah, DNP, APN, A-GNP-C is a board certified and doctorally prepared nurse practitioner who specialized in adult-gerontology primary care. She graduated as Summa cum laude, was honored with academic excellence, and as a member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society from Rutgers School of Nursing in May 2022. She is dedicated to practicing holistic and preventative care for improved quality and longevity of life. Also, she is passionate about patient empowered healthcare and advocates for patients as a whole person rather than as defined by their diseases. Education: Rutgers School of Nursing: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care - Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree (2022) Board Certified by American Association of Nurse Practitioners (2022)

General family medicine physician Joseph R Raccuglia, MD, provides exemplary care to the residents of Freehold Township, New Jersey. He graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, Virginia in May of 1993 and completed his Family Practice residency at the Mountainside Family Practice Residency Program in Montclair, New Jersey in June of 1996. A Brooklyn native, he completed his undergraduate degree at CUNY, Brooklyn College.

Before opening his Wemrock Professional Mall office in July 2004, Dr. Raccuglia practiced with the Freehold Medical Group, from July 1996 through June 2004. Subsequently, he moved the practice to its current site at the Freehold Office Plaza in 2007.

He is board-certified in family practice by the American Board of Family Medicine, a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, as well as the New Jersey Academy of Family Physicians.

Dr. Raccuglia is on staff at CentraState Hospital, Freehold. He is an active Family Medicine instructor at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Brunswick and an Associate Professor in Family Medicine at New Jersey Medical School in Newark, New Jersey.

Meet Estelle, a passionate healthcare professional originally from the quaint rural town of Cumberland, MD. Her journey in the field of healthcare began with her academic pursuits at West Virginia University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Business Administration. At WVU, Estelle excelled academically and showcased her commitment to service as a leader in philanthropy for women's cardiac care through Alpha Phi Sorority.

With a solid foundation in science and business, Estelle spent five years in dermatology before pursuing a Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies at Saint Elizabeth University, focusing on dermatology and plastic surgery.

Estelle's comprehensive training at institutions such as Saint Joe's University Hospital, Good Samaritan, and Atlantic Health Systems reflects her dedication and diverse clinical experience. Board-certified (PA-C) and licensed in New York and New Jersey, she is a member of professional organizations, including the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants. Her commitment to ongoing education is highlighted by completing a diplomats fellowship in dermatology.

Estelle's practice focuses on medical and dermatological care for all skin types, with a particular emphasis on cosmetic procedures to boost confidence in her patients. Her patients benefit from her approach, ensuring each individual receives personalized and comprehensive care. With a passion for advancing dermatological knowledge and enhancing the well-being of her patients, Estelle continues to make a meaningful impact in the field of dermatology. 

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Maria Joyce Rowena Bernabe, MD, is a dermatologist with Dermatology Associates of Central NJ in Old Bridge, Freehold, and Union, New Jersey.

Dr. Bernabe is licensed in family practice. She holds certification in radiation therapy of basal and squamous cell carcinoma of the skin. Dr. Bernabe is also certified in cosmetic procedures.

Initially trained in the Philippines, Dr. Bernabe graduated from Ateneo de Davao University, Davao Medical School Foundation with a bachelor’s degree in biology and Doctor of Medicine degree. In the United States, she studied in the Ghent Family Medicine Residency Program at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, Virginia, where all her electives were in dermatology.

When she’s not working, Dr. Bernabe loves to spend time with her family and friends. She’s an avid reader and enjoys a wide range of music, including classical, jazz, and Filipino music. She enjoys photographing and arranging flowers and growing orchids. Sports are also a favorite, as she enjoys cheering on the NFL’s Indianapolis Colts and baseball’s New York Yankees

Rachna Parikh, PA-C is a licensed and board-certified Physician Assistant at Maniya Health in Hamilton, New Jersey. With over 15 years of experience in both urgent care and primary care, Rachna has provided high-quality and compassionate care to diverse communities across New Jersey. She brings a well-rounded clinical background in diagnosing, treating, and managing a broad range of acute and chronic medical conditions for patients of all ages. Rachna is deeply committed in providing patient-centered care, with emphasis on preventative care and patient education.

Rachna earned her Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies and her Bachelor's degree in Biology from Seton Hall University, where she graduated magna cum laude. She is board certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).

Outside of her clinical work, Rachna enjoys traveling, reading, listening to music, and spending quality time with her family.

Omar Maniya, MD, MBA, FACEP is a Board-Certified Harvard, Georgetown, and Mount Sinai-trained emergency physician at Maniya Health, located in Hamilton, New Jersey. Dr. Maniya is passionate about integrating acute care and primary care. He has also been an innovator and strives to make your health care experience as seamless and convenient as possible.

Dr. Maniya graduated from college and medical school at Georgetown University and completed an MBA at Harvard to understand how to innovate the patient experience. He then trained in emergency medicine at The Mount Sinai Hospital in New York and served as an Emergency Physician at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital and as an academic faculty member at Weill Cornell Medical College. He has represented a quarter million physicians as a Member of the Board of Trustees of the American Medical Association (AMA) and helped shaped the future of Acute Care as President of the Emergency Medicine Residents' Association (EMRA) & a Councilor at the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP).

Dr. Maniya has led technological innovations within the practice, such as remote patient monitoring and care management, as well as redesigned the entire patient experience. He is passionate about making you healthier and happier. To learn more about the services offered by Dr. Maniya and the Maniya Health team, call the office or book online today.

Dr. Yasser Soliman is a Board-Certified Family Medicine Physician who has been practicing in Hamilton, New Jersey, for decades. He transitioned his practice to Maniya Health on March 1, 2026.

Dr. Soliman graduated from Rutgers College of Pharmacy in 1986 with a bachelor’s of science degree in pharmacy. He went on to attend UMDNJ–Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, where he earned his medical degree in 1990. He remained at RWJ Medical School and completed his family medicine residency training in 1993 at both St. Peter’s University Hospital and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. Following his training, he entered private practice and opened his own office, Soliman Medical Associates, in Hamilton, NJ.

Dr. Soliman is a diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine, a diplomate of the American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review Physicians (ABQAURP), and is certified in Health Care Quality and Management (CHCQM).

Emily VanUytven, MSN, FNP-BC is a board certified and licensed Family Nurse Practitioner based in Robinsville, NJ. Emily earned her Bachelor's in Nursing at Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville and completed her Masters in nursing to become a Nurse Practitioner at Simmons University in Boston, MA.

Emily has over 5 years experience as a bedside and charge nurse in a variety of hospital settings. She then transitioned to practicing Family Medicine as a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner because she wanted to get to know her patients and care for them holistically. She has over 4 years experience as a PCP, providing comprehensive care to diverse patient populations and managing a wide range of conditions including diabetes, high cholesterol, hypothyroid and asthma/COPD.

She is passionate about providing personalized, compassionate care that supports both immediate concerns and long-term wellness. Outside of her clinical work, Emily enjoys traveling, horseback riding, and running.

Paulina Sieczkowska, DNP, FNP-C, is a board-certified nurse practitioner at Maniya Health in Hamilton, NJ with over eight years of experience in primary and urgent care. She began her career as an emergency room nurse, where she spent four years providing high-acuity care in a fast-paced setting.

Paulina earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Rutgers University, completed an accelerated BSN program at Jersey City University, and went on to earn her Doctor of Nursing Practice from Rutgers University.

Dedicated to delivering compassionate and evidence-based care, she takes pride in building strong patient relationships. Outside of work, Paulina enjoys spending time with her two children and her family.