Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ashley Raley is a Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and also certified in advanced wound care through the National Alliance of Wound Care & Ostomy Association. Raley received her Bachelors of Science in Nursing from the University of Central Florida in 2009, followed by her Masters of Science in Nursing with high honors at Maryville University in 2014. She has over 10 years of medical expertise, caring for patients of all ages in multiple clinical settings, including urgent care, primary care, and hospitals. Raley’s clinical experience and certification in advanced wound care are integral in helping patients achieve healthy outcomes. She brings compassion and dedication to each and every patient in her care.
“I had an excellent experience with Dr. Carolina. She was extremely attentive, caring, and took the time to listen and explain everything clearly. I felt very comfortable throughout the entire process, and her professionalism and kindness truly stood out. I highly recommend Dr. Carolina to anyone looking for quality care and outstanding service.”
Gunwant S. Dhaliwal, MD, is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician at Primary Care Walk-In Clinic in New Port Richey and Spring Hill, Florida, who has been serving patients in the area for over 25 years. Throughout his career, Dr. Dhaliwal has built a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, thorough, and patient-centered care to adults throughout the community.
Dr. Dhaliwal earned his medical degree in India and completed his Internal Medicine residency at Flushing Hospital Medical Center, an affiliated hospital of Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City. He is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and has served as Past President of the Medical Staff at MPM North Bay Hospital, reflecting his leadership and commitment to high-quality healthcare.
In addition to comprehensive primary care and chronic disease management, Dr. Dhaliwal provides DOT physicals as a Certified Medical Examiner, serves as a Certified Medical Review Officer (MRO), and is a Designated Civil Surgeon performing Immigration Physicals in Pasco County and the Tampa Bay area. He also performs many minor surgical procedures in-office under local anesthesia, offering patients a convenient and cost-effective alternative to hospital-based care.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Dhaliwal is an entrepreneur and commercial real estate investor. He is married to Tejinder Dhaliwal, MD, an anesthesiologist at MPN North Bay Hospital, and is a proud father of two sons.
Komal Meghat is a Nurse Practitioner licensed to practice in Florida. She is certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She earned her Master of Science degree from Mississippi University for Women. Her years of experience include seven years as a registered nurse and four years as a nurse practitioner.
Gershwin Blyden, MD, PhD, FCP, FACP, is a board-certified hematologist-oncologist and medical director of The Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research, with locations in Homestead, Orlando, Lakeland, Jacksonville, Belle Glade, Tallahassee, and Hollywood, Florida. With more than 40 years of diverse experience, Dr. Blyden is an esteemed physician in his field.
After receiving his bachelor’s degree in plant science from the Tuskegee Institute (now Tuskegee University) in Tuskegee, Alabama, in 1967, Dr. Blyden earned a PhD in pharmacology from prestigious Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, in 1976. Just three years later, he also earned his medical doctorate cum laude from Yale University.
In 1985, Dr. Blyden completed an internal medicine internship at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts. That same year, he also finished his hematology/oncology and clinical pharmacology fellowship at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts.
After graduating and completing his training, Dr. Blyden worked as an adjunct professor for the Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine in Miami Shores, Florida, an associate clinical professor of hematology and oncology at the University of Miami School of Medicine in Miami, Florida, and as an associate professor of clinical pharmacy and director of the Clinical Pharmacology Research Unit at Florida A&M University’s Miami location.
Today, Dr. Blyden is a leader in the field of sickle cell treatment, case management, and research. He provides comprehensive care for chronic diseases, with a special emphasis on sickle cell anemia.
Dr. Blyden offers a variety of infusion services, school individualized education program (IEP) support, transcranial Doppler ultrasounds, and more.
Dr. Kennessa Hugger is a physician serving patients across FSCDR’s North Florida locations, including Tallahassee, Jacksonville, Pensacola, and Panama City. She is dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals living with sickle cell disease, with a focus on improving health outcomes through education, prevention, and comprehensive treatment support. Dr. Hugger is committed to ensuring patients throughout North Florida have access to quality care and resources close to home.
Dr. Ronoel Penalver is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician serving patients at FSCDR’s Hollywood, Florida location. He provides comprehensive care focused on prevention, chronic disease management, and improving long-term health outcomes for individuals living with sickle cell disease.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Penalver contributes to clinical research efforts that support the advancement of treatment options and patient care. He is committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care while helping expand access to innovative therapies and medical resources for the communities FSCDR serves.
The Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research (FSCDR) is a renowned organization solely focused on medical care and clinical research opportunities for those living with Sickle Cell Disease. FSCDR has locations across the State of Florida. Its Flagship is in Hollywood, Florida.
As the only organization in the United States with standalone sickle cell Centers of Excellence, The Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research welcomes patients from all over the world. The team of physicians, specialists, care coordinators, case managers, and social work professionals combine to provide all-inclusive care for children and adults with sickle cell disease.
Their stated mission is to tirelessly research, inform, hear, respect, treat, and support all individuals with sickle cell disease, and to make the disease a livable, non-threatening condition. In addition, they do innovative diagnostic testing, such as transcranial Doppler ultrasounds, X-rays, and medical treatments, including infusion services.
The team at The Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research works with other medical and education professionals to ensure that their patients of all ages receive the care and support they need to thrive, ranging from vaccinations to medication management and social work services.
Along with school individualized educational plan (IEP) support, disability application assistance, and case management, they help patients work through the social determinants of health to ensure patients receive the proper support they need.
To schedule an appointment with The Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research, call or book online today.
Dr. Dollie Green is a nephrologist and Network Director of Nephrology Services supporting patients served by FSCDR. She specializes in kidney health and the management of conditions that affect renal function, including complications associated with sickle cell disease.
Recognizing the shortcomings of the U.S. healthcare system and the opportunities made possible by advances in mobile technology, Dr. Avinesh Bhar left his office-based practice in 2019 to focus on establishing a telemedicine practice founded on high-value and personalized, convenient and cost-effective sleep and pulmonary care.
Dr. Bhar is a fellowship-trained and board-certified in sleep and pulmonary medicine. He has been in practice for over seven years following the completion of his fellowships at Washington University in St Louis and the University of Tennessee (Memphis). He also holds a MBA from the University of Chicago.
Dr. Bhar loves soccer, plays tennis and is active on Twitter (@AviBhar).
Dr. Matthew Rodgers trained at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences and joins the practice after retiring from the Army after a 27-year career. He is board certified in family medicine and sleep medicine with a focus on sleep medicine for the past 10 years.
He was the Army medical director for the virtual medical center for two years focusing on providing synchronous and asynchronous virtual health care throughout Europe, Africa and the Middle East. Dr. Rodgers created virtual sleep medicine clinics to provide sleep testing and treatment to sites in four countries and eight sites, throughout Europe. Professionally he enjoys narcolepsy, sleep apnea and the complex interactions between sleep and PTSD.
Dr. Rodgers likes football, basketball, and baseball. But ironically wasn’t good at any of them, so he played rugby for eight years and wrestled for fourteen and coached wrestling for five years.
Dr. Amy Meoli has been practicing sleep medicine for over 20 years. She trained at the University of Missouri-Kansas City prior to her sleep fellowship at Allegheny University in Philadelphia. She is board-certified in sleep medicine.
Dr. Meoli says she recognized the changes in patient needs related to sleep issues, and the growing time constraint people have to manage. She believes Sliiip is a progressive move to accommodate patient needs.
Dr.Meoli is excited to be a part of this organization. Besides work, she enjoys time with her puppies. She loves to travel and cook.
Dr. Nelson is board certified in Family Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) by the the American Osteopathic Association upon the recommendation of the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians. He completed his medical degree at Lincoln Memorial University DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine in Harrogate, TN. After medical school, Dr. Nelson completed his residency training in Family Medicine at Largo Medical Center, Largo, FL.
Before joining APC Health, Dr. Nelson served in the United States Air Force as Staff Family Physician and is now a proud Veteran of the United States Armed Forces in good standing.
Dr. Nelson is unique in that he is compassionate about primary care medicine and provides highly personalized care for his patients to improve their quality of life. Dr. Nelson is readily available for your comprehensive healthcare needs at our Brandon office location.
Jaggers Keene, MD, provides excellent primary medical care at his practice Jaggers C. Keene, MD, in Largo, Florida. He attended the University of Texas at San Antonio in San Antonio, Texas for his undergraduate degree and earned his medical degree from the East Central University in San Pedro de Macoris, Dominican Republic.
Dr. Keene went on to graduate from Memorial Family Practice Residency in Houston, Texas, and conducted his family practice residency at McLennan County Medical Education and Research Foundation in Waco, Texas.
Dr. Keene also attended a general surgery residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, Texas, and a reconstructive surgery externship at Santa Rosa Hospital Downtown, part of the Baptist Healthcare System in San Antonio.
Dr. Keene shares his integrative approach to primary care concerns such as diabetes, skin cancer, and heart disease. Make an appointment at his office by calling today or request an appointment using the website
