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Victoria Averill, DNP, FNP‑BC, DipACLM is a double board‑certified nurse practitioner in Family Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine, with additional specialized training in dermatology and aesthetic medicine. Her approach to care is rooted in the belief that true wellness begins from within and is reflected outward.

As the Director and Co‑Founder of the Medical Weight Loss Program, Victoria leads the development of a comprehensive, evidence‑based approach to metabolic health. She integrates clinical expertise with sustainable lifestyle strategies to help patients achieve meaningful, long‑term results. Her leadership ensures that the program remains patient‑centered, medically sound, and deeply supportive of each individual’s goals.

Victoria focuses on whole‑person health, helping patients optimize energy, metabolic balance, skin health, and overall vitality through personalized medical care. She emphasizes prevention, sustainability, and education, taking a thoughtful, individualized approach that aligns medical insight with each patient’s lifestyle and aspirations.

At the Medspa, Victoria offers wellness consultations designed to complement aesthetic treatments, supporting patients in feeling confident, balanced, and well, inside and out.

Steven J. Salvatore, DO, is board-certified in emergency medicine and is the Chief Medical Officer at Victory Recovery Partners, which has locations in Farmingville, Shirley, and Massapequa, New York. 

A Long Island native, Dr. Salvatore majored in biology at Fordham University in The Bronx, New York, before completing a Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine at the NY College of Osteopathic Medicine in Old Westbury, New York. He then completed a medical internship at St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital in New York City and a residency in emergency medicine at the Long Island Jewish Hospital in Lake Success, New York, which is currently part of the Northwell Healthcare System.

His early work experience includes several emergency department positions at New York City hospitals and a medical director position with two medical facilities in Farmingville and Ronkonkoma, New York.

An experienced television host and medical correspondent, Dr. Salvatore shared his knowledge on The Dr. Steve Show, a nationally syndicated program. He also appeared on CW 11 Morning News, Discovery Channel, Fox 5 News, Fox News Channel, and CNN as a medical correspondent.

Dr. Salvatore is board-certified in emergency medicine by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and a fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians. He also maintains certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support.

Christopher Xikis, PA-C, is a certified physician’s assistant at Victory Recovery Partners, which has locations in Farmingville, Shirley, and Massapequa, New York. 

Chris started his education at the State University of New York at Farmingdale, where he earned an associate’s degree in biomedical engineering technology and was inducted into the Alpha Eta National Honor Society for Allied Health. He then completed a Physician Assistant Bachelor of Science at the State University of New York at Stony Brook, where he was the recipient of the Outstanding Professional Service Award and president of the Physician Assistant Student Society.

Prior to joining Victory Recovery Partners, Chris held several physician assistant positions in New York, including a private cardiology practice, vascular surgery, and in a chemical dependency unit at St. Charles Hospital in Port Jefferson, New York. While at St. Charles Hospital, he also received training for medication-assisted treatment in opioid and alcohol abuse disorders. 

Chris is a member of the American Society of Addiction Medicine and a guest lecturer for the Stony Brook Physician Assistant’s Program.

Paolo T. Coppola, MD, FACEP, is an experienced physician who serves as the Medical Director for Victory Recovery Partners, which has locations in Farmingville, Shirley, and Massapequa, New York. Dr. Coppola is board-certified in Addiction Medicine and Emergency Medicine.  He relies on his years of experience providing medication-assisted treatment to people experiencing substance use disorders.

Dr. Coppola simultaneously earned a Bachelor of Science in mathematics at New York University and a Bachelor of Engineering at The Cooper Union in New York in 1990. He completed his medical degree at The Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York. 

He then completed his residency in emergency medicine at the Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland, before beginning his career as an attending physician in the emergency department of Brookhaven Memorial Hospital in East Patchogue, New York.

To better serve the diverse communities in New York City, Dr. Coppola is multilingual and speaks English and Italian fluently. He is board-certified in addiction medicine by the American Board of Preventive Medicine and board-certified in emergency medicine by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. He is a member of the American College of Emergency Physicians and the Society of Chest Pain Centers.

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).

Kunti Patel, PA-C, is a licensed and certified Physician Assistant at Maniya Health, located in Hamilton, New Jersey. She has over nine years of experience as a primary care provider and relishes the opportunity to serve individuals and families living in and around Mercer County.

Kunti earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Philadelphia University (Thomas Jefferson University) in 2009, where she graduated summa cum laude. She then went on to earn her Master of Science in physician assistant studies at the same institution in 2011. 

Kunti has worked at Maniya Health since 2013, and in that time, she has proven that she is a passionate physician assistant who prioritizes patient care. She is licensed to practice as a physician assistant in the state of New Jersey and is a fellow member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA). 

To schedule an appointment with Kunti and the primary care team at Maniya Health, call the office or request an appointment online today.

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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.