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I integrate primary care with complimentary services. Primary care services include screening, diagnosis, and treatment, focusing on early detection and prevention. I also order tests, prescribe medications, and give referrals to specialists. In addition to standard medical treatments, I offer science and evidence-based complementary applications such as mindfulness, plant medicine, acupressure, and meditation. These services are included in regular visits and offered as independent modalities.

Brandon O’Connor, MD, is the medical director and attending physician at O’Connor Medical Urgent Care in Port Jervis, New York. He welcomes patients and their families to receive prompt evaluations with same- or next-day visits, including walk-in appointments. He strives to offer the region’s highest level of individualized care with diagnostic tests directly in the office.

Dr. O’Connor attended Albright College in Reading, Pennsylvania, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in biochemistry. He continued his education with medical school at the American University of the Caribbean in Sint Maarten. After earning his medical degree, he completed a residency at Somerset Family Practice in Somerset, Pennsylvania, where he was chief resident during his final year. 

Since completing his education and training, Dr. O’Connor has provided primary care, urgent care, and rehabilitative care. In his current role at O’Connor Medical Urgent Care, he specializes in occupational medicine and routinely provides physical exams, digital X-ray imaging, and immunizations. 

Dr. O’Connor and his staff are eager to welcome new and returning patients to O’Connor Medical Urgent Care for any medical concern. Patients may book online or over the phone, or they can walk in for instant care any time. 

Dr. Hotchandani completed his residency in internal medicine at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Jersey. He holds a doctorate degree of medicine from SUNY Downstate College of Medicine in Brooklyn.

Outside of the office, Dr. Hotchandani enjoys going on walks with his wife and dogs, hiking, tennis and basketball. He is also passionate about environmental science, particularly climate change.

Ms. Marsha Ellis is a highly skilled family nurse practitioner. She practices at Northern Medical Group in Poughkeepsie and Fishkill, NY. She offers care through both in-person and virtual sessions.

Ms. Ellis received her master's degree in nursing from Mercy University. Her work includes routine checkups, managing chronic conditions, promoting preventive care, and offering guidance suited to each stage of life.

She values open communication and helps patients fully understand their care plans while building confidence in the process. Ms. Ellis carefully discusses treatment options and encourages patients to actively participate in decisions that support their long-term health and well-being.

Dr. Suresh Chandani is a family medicine doctor in Fishkill, New York and is affiliated with Vassar Brothers Medical Center. He received his medical degree from Sardar Patel Medical College and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. Suresh Chandani has expertise in treating hypertension, shingles, diabetes, among other conditions.

Mr. Givon Shayevitz is a physician assistant at Northern Medical Group in Poughkeepsie, NY. He also offers virtual consultations.

Mr. Shayevitz helps with common illnesses, chronic diseases, mental health issues, and minor injuries. During consultations, he understands patients' conditions and prepares individualized treatment plans. He also discusses lifestyle changes, dietary advice, and preventive care strategies to support recovery and lifelong wellness. Furthermore, he answers queries and writes referrals, if necessary

Mr. Shayevitz earned his master's degree in physician assistant studies from Marist University. He is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.

Ms. Elizabeth Nelson is a highly skilled family nurse practitioner. She practices at Northern Medical Group in Poughkeepsie and Fishkill, NY. She offers care through both in-person and virtual sessions.

Ms. Nelson received her master's degree in nursing from the City University of New York. Her work includes routine checkups, managing chronic conditions, promoting preventive care, and offering guidance suited to each stage of life.

She values open communication and helps patients fully understand their care plans while building confidence in the process. Ms. Nelson carefully discusses treatment options and encourages patients to actively participate in decisions that support their long-term health and well-being.

Marzena Villacorta, APN, is a board-certified Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner who provides comprehensive primary care at Princeton Sports and Family Medicine, P.C. She brings extensive and diverse clinical experience, having worked across multiple specialties. Her broad background allows her to care for patients with a wide range of acute and chronic health needs.   Marzena completed her advanced practice nursing education at Wilkes University in Pennsylvania, where she received specialized training in adult and geriatric primary care. Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, she practiced for many years as a registered nurse in high-acuity settings and community-based environments. She is also an Immunoglobulin Certified Nurse and a Medical-Surgical Certified Nurse, and holds multiple additional certifications that support her comprehensive clinical practice, including IVIG therapy, wound care, preventive health, and certification as a Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Examiner through the FMCSA National Registry.   Her clinical interests include preventive health, chronic disease management, women’s health, mental health, geriatrics, wellness and lifestyle medicine, infusion therapy, and occupational health services, including DOT physical examinations for commercial drivers. She enjoys caring for adults of all ages and values building long-term relationships with multi-generational families.   Marzena’s care philosophy is rooted in a holistic, patient-centered approach. She believes in empowering patients through education, treating the whole person rather than just the diagnosis, and partnering with each patient to promote wellness, prevent disease, and support lifelong health.   Originally from Poland and now living in New Jersey, Marzena enjoys spending time with her family and staying active through fitness, running, hiking, and travel. At home, she enjoys the company of her pets.

Lemuel Figueroa, DO, CAQSM, is a board-certified family medicine and sports medicine physician at Princeton Sports and Family Medicine, P.C., in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. He specializes in the evaluation and non-operative management of musculoskeletal injuries and sports-related conditions in athletes and active individuals of all ages.

Dr. Figueroa earned his Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training from Central Connecticut State University, where he developed a strong foundation in injury prevention, rehabilitation, and on-field care. He went on to earn his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine, followed by residency training in family medicine at Rowan University SOM.

 He then completed a fellowship in sports medicine at Atlantic Health Sports Medicine in Morristown, New Jersey, during which he worked directly with the New York Jets medical staff.

Dr. Figueroa is passionate about working with athletes and active individuals of all ages, from youth and high-school athletes to weekend warriors and professionals. Drawing on his experience as both an athletic trainer and physician, his goal is to help patients recover efficiently, stay active, and continue doing what they love.

Chelsea Saltzman, RD, LDN is committed to helping patients navigate nutrition with confidence through practical, evidence-based care. As a Registered Dietitian at Princeton Sports and Family Medicine, she takes a collaborative approach with patients and the interdisciplinary care team to support each persons unique health goals. At the core of her practice is the belief that nutrition shouldn't make life more difficult, but instead be a practice in nourishment and self-care.

Chelsea earned her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition & Foods from Drexel University where she spent time as a research assistant at the University of Pennsylvania, and completed her dietetic internship with Morrison Healthcare.

Her professional background spans community nutrition, clinical care, private practice, and food entrepreneurship, giving her a unique perspective on the many ways people experience food and health. She began her career working in nonprofit nutrition programs providing nutrition education in schools, assisting food banks, and supporting food program initiatives through the NJ Department of Agriculture. Since shifting into a clinical setting, she has provided medical nutrition therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and older adults with diverse needs, including weight management, sports performance, gastrointestinal conditions, eating disorders, and chronic disease. She is also the co-founder of a nutrition focused smoothie café in Bucks County, created with the goal of fostering a welcoming community space where nutritious food is approachable, enjoyable, and free from judgment.

Outside of the office, Chelsea can be found strength training or in the kitchen experimenting with new cuisines and fun recipes, many of which find their way into conversations with her patients. She also loves exploring Philadelphia or small towns in search of great food and local history. Whenever the weather permits, you can find her outdoors on a nature walk, bird watching, camping, paddleboarding or finding any excuse to be near the water.

Nora Taha, MD, offers the best in Physical Medicine and Interventional pain management at her Elmwood Park, New Jersey, medical practice, LiveWell Pain Management. 

By customizing a wide range of integrative medicine options for each individual, Dr. Taha restores hope to people dealing with back pain, arthritis, hip pain, knee pain, and other types of chronic pain. 

Dr. Taha earned her undergraduate degree at Rutgers University, The State University of New Jersey, in New Brunswick. She went on to earn her medical degree at St. Matthew’s University School of Medicine in Grand Cayman Island, British West Indies. 

Dr. Taha completed an Internal Medicine Preliminary Internship at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in Champaign, Illinois, and a Physical Medicine and Rehab residency at the State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. 

She also completed a Musculoskeletal Medicine fellowship in Sports and Spine Medicine through Rutgers University in Newark, New Jersey. 

Dr. Taha is board-certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation as well as Musculoskeletal Ultrasound. She’s a certified COOLIEF* practitioner for cooled radiofrequency ablation and is MILD® certified to provide Minimally Invasive Lumbar Decompression. Dr. Taha is currently undergoing her certification in medical Acupuncture as well as functional medicine. 

Dr. Taha treats all different types of musculoskeletal pain and offers joint injections, viscosupplementation, regenerative medicine, spinal cord stimulator trials, and many other innovative therapies that relieve pain without major surgery. 

At this time, Dr. Taha welcomes patients to call LiveWell Pain Management or schedule an appointment using the online booking tool today.