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T. Cristina Sardinha, MD, FACS, FASCRS, is a board-certified surgeon on the team at Progressive Surgical Care, an exceptional surgery practice with locations in Manhasset Hills in New Hyde Park and the Lindenwood area in Howard Beach, New York. She specializes in general surgery and colorectal surgery.

Dr. Sardinha was born, raised, educated, and trained in Brazil. She earned her medical degree from Bahian School of Medicine and Public Health and completed residencies in general and trauma surgery at the University of Sao Paulo, including working under the leadership of internationally renowned colorectal surgeon Dr. Angelita Habr-Gama.

Dr. Sardinha eventually relocated to the United States and completed a research fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic campus in Florida and a general surgery chief residency at the Long Island Jewish Medical Center in Queens, New York. She returned to the Cleveland Clinic in Florida for a clinical fellowship in colorectal surgery under the leadership of Dr. Steven Wexner.

With more than 20 years of experience as a surgeon, Dr. Sardinha is highly regarded in her field. She’s certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery, has authored numerous publications, and frequently speaks at international surgical conferences.

She is president-elect for the New York Surgical Society and will be the second female president ever in the oldest, most prestigious surgical organization in the country. She’s admired by her peers, is the doctor’s doctor, and has won numerous awards for surgical education.

She has been elected voluntary attending surgeon of the year at Long Island Jewish Medical Center two times. She is most proud of the “Straight from the Heart” award given to her as the most compassionate surgeon at LIJMC.

Dr. Sardinha treasures family time and is grateful for the love of her patients.  Her greatest accomplishment is being the mother to her son Lucas.

Paul Brathwaite, MS, RN, FNP-BC, is an experienced family nurse practitioner at Tru Medical Management, located in the Navy Hill and Williamsburg neighborhoods of Brooklyn, New York.

With a robust background in nursing, Paul is dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare across diverse patient populations. He earned his Master of Science in nursing from Columbia University, where he also specialized in palliative and end-of-life care.

Paul is licensed as a family nurse practitioner and registered nurse in New York and holds certifications in Advanced Practice Nursing and Basic Life Support.

Paul has experience managing primary care for adolescents and adults at Bassett Healthcare Network, focusing on continuity and transitional care. His clinical experience includes significant roles at prestigious institutions like NYU School of Medicine and Montefiore Wakefield, where he developed a strong foundation in patient management and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Beyond his clinical roles, Paul is actively involved in nursing leadership as a Governance Committee Member for Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. His commitment to mentorship is evident through his roles as a teaching assistant and peer mentor at Columbia University.

With a passion for patient-centered care and a strong foundation in both acute and chronic conditions, Paul is dedicated to advancing healthcare practices and improving patient outcomes in his community.

Paul Chen, DO, is a board-certified Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine specializing in Family Medicine at Tru Medical Management. Dr. Chen sees patients at both practice locations in the Navy Hill and Williamsburg neighborhoods of Brooklyn, New York.

 

Dr. Chen feels fortunate to be working at Tru Medical Management, providing preventive and conservative medicine alongside a team who truly cares about the health and well-being of each patient. Medical care is administered to each and every patient by people who care.

 

Get started with Tru Medical Management today. Call either office to request your consultation with Dr. Chen or book your appointment online today

 

Brendan Farnand, PA, is a skilled and bright Physician Assistant specializing in Adult Primary Care at Tru Medical Management with two practice locations in the Navy Hill and Williamsburg neighborhoods of Brooklyn, New York. Using telemedicine, Brendan provides high-quality, patient-centered, adult primary care for each and every patient.

 

Brendan sees patients every Wednesday via telehealth only. Existing patients can expect an appointment duration of about 15 minutes, whereas new patients can expect around 30 minutes.

 

To get started with Tru Medical Management today, call either office in Brooklyn, New York, or request your telemedicine appointment online.

 

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)

Adam Redlich, MD, is board-certified and fellowship-trained in Sports Medicine, practicing at A+ Athlete Sports Medicine. With two office locations in Robbinsville (Mercer county) and Neptune (Monmouth), New Jersey, Dr. Redlich sees patients at both offices & brings with him over 20 years of experience in the field.  

Dr. Redlich's passion is to maintain the small-town, local sports doctor approach for the region, which he has been doing since 2003 - even before he opened A+ Athlete Sports Medicine. He takes great pride in serving the community and surrounding area he calls home. 

Dr. Redlich also trained under one of the non-operative sports medicine field’s founders at Rutgers/Jersey Shore University Medical Center - Sports Medicine Fellowship, Dr. Stephen Rice, in addition to leaders in the Sports Medicine & Regenerative Medicine and Musculoskeletal Ultrasound fields – Dr. Brian Shiple and Dr. Robert Monaco.  

Education has always been of importance to Dr. Redlich. He trained at Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and Crozer Keystone Healthplex Sports Medicine Institute.  During his family medicine residency at suburban Philadelphia's Crozer Keystone Health System, he acquired tremendous experience caring for athletes from local schools, weekend warriors doing marathons and triathlons, and higher level athletes at nearby Olympic Training Sites thru Healthplex Sports Medicine Institute.   Dr. Redlich remains an adjunct faculty member and volunteer clinical instructor for Rutgers - RWJ Medical School – Family Medicine, RWJBarnabas Residency – Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine, Hackensack Meridian Health – Jersey Shore University Medical Center / Ocean Medical Center – Pediatrics & Family Medicine, CentraState Medical Center – Family Medicine, Newark Beth Israel – Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine. 

He also maintains medical hospital staff privileges at RWJBarnabas - Robert Wood Johnson Hamilton, Penn Health - Princeton Medical Center, and Hackensack Meridian Health - Jersey Shore University Medical Center.   He serves on the Medical Advisory Panels for the joint ventures between the hospitals/fitness & wellness centers regarding programs related to health and wellness for RWJ Hamilton & Princeton Medical Center.  Furthermore, he works with local Physical Therapy and Athletic Training Programs serving as a consulting physician.

Dr. Redlich lives with his family within a few minutes of his office and was born and raised in Monmouth County.  He himself enjoys being active having over the years been a coach, runner, marathoner, triathlete, golfer, weight-lifter, hiker, mountain & trail biker, cycling, spin, yoga, walker, and High Intensity Interval Training participant at various points in his life. 

Benjamin J Scopellite MS, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant. He received his bachelor's in Biology from Seton Hall University in 2019, and Subsequently his Masters's as a Physician Assistant from Seton Hall University in 2021.

Benjamin has always had a great interest in orthopedic surgery and since graduating as a PA in 2021 he has worked in orthopedics.

During his practice he has seen patients in the emergency and inpatient hospital setting as well as the outpatient clinic; in addition to acting as a surgical first assist in a wide variety of orthopedic procedures.

Benjamin joined Orthocenter in 2022. His primary responsibilities include assisting the surgeons in the operating room and seeing patients at both Riverview Medical Center and Bayshore Medical Center. Benjamin also sees patients in the outpatient office setting.

 

 

Alexander C. Scopellite MS, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant who has been employed with the OrthoCenter since 2019. Alex received his Masters as a Physician Assistant from Seton Hall University 2019. He has always had a passion for the orthopaedic medical field which he discovered working at Bayshore Medical Center in the OR during his undergraduate and graduate education.

Alex currently functions as the managing PA-C for the practice. His primary responsibilities include assisting all the surgeons in the practice in the operating room, as well as seeing patients admitted to the hospital and in the emergency room at Riverview Medical Center and Bayshore Medical Center. Alex will perform bedside fracture and dislocation reductions, application of splints, application of wound vac systems, and intra-articular joint injections/aspirations.

Alex also occasionally sees patients in the outpatient office setting; evaluating new patients, managing patients in the post-operative period, and see patients for routine repeat injections.

Dr. Elad Tennen is a Board-Certified Sports Medicine Physician who provides expert care to patients at Orthocenter. Dr. Tennen specializes in Non-Operative Sports Medicine with experience treating Musculoskeletal injuries and systemic athletic conditions from your weekend warrior to the professional athlete.

Dr. Tennen received his undergraduate degree in Biology with minors in Mathematics and Chemistry from Ramapo College of New Jersey, graduating with Honors. Following graduation, Dr. Tennen went on to Ross University School of Medicine for his Medical Degree. After receiving his Medical Degree Dr. Tennen completed an Internal Medicine Internship at Elmhurst Hospital in affiliation with Mount Sinai Hospital.

After his Internship, Dr. Tennen completed his Residency in Family Medicine from the Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in Somerset NJ. After Residency, Dr. Tennen completed an ACGME Accredited Fellowship at Atlantic Sports Health in Morristown NJ. While in Fellowship, Dr. Tennen’s training involved providing sideline medical coverage for the New York Jets, Division I athletes from Seton Hall University and a private hockey league.

Dr. Tennen practices non-surgical techniques, using conservative measures to allow patients to rehabilitate from their injuries. His Primary Care background allows for treatment of Non-Orthopaedic / medical injuries in athletes ranging from concussion management/return to play, athletic fatigue, overtraining, exercised induced asthma, as well as management of athletes with other chronic medical conditions. Dr. Tennen believes in using the patient-centered approach in providing care and building a strong rapport with his patients.

Dr. Tennen is a New Jersey native who was raised nearby in Marlboro NJ. He enjoys spending time with his family, watching football and following the fitness industry. Dr. Tennen plays an active role in his community serving as the District Physician for several local school districts in Monmouth County NJ.

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. 

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

Dubem Anumba, MD is a Board-Certified Family Medicine physician at Maniya Health in Hamilton, NJ. He has received extensive training in acute and chronic medical conditions. Dr. Anumba enjoys learning about his patients and looking beyond health symptoms while being cognizant of psychological and other social issues. Dr. Anumba values forming long lasting relationships; He believes relationships are soul of medicine and is passionate about making you healthier. He is excited to continue his stay in New Jersey; serving the New Jersey community in both acute and primary care setting.

Dr. Anumba completed residency at Rutgers/Robert Wood Johnson Somerset Hospital in New Jersey where he received extensive training in hospital and community medicine. He also received training at Brookdale University Hospital in Brooklyn, New York. He completed medical school and received his Doctor of Medicine degree at Ross University School of Medicine. He was raised in New York and completed a Bachelors of Science at SUNY Binghamton in New York; majoring in Cell and Molecular biology and History.

Dr. Anumba is an avid sports fan, He loves watching and playing soccer, and basketball. He supports lakers, Giants, Manchester United FC, Real Madrid in English and Spanish Football leagues. He also enjoys karaoke, Korean food, ping pong, tennis, travelling, and music.

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.