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Joel Onafowokan, MD, is a highly skilled physician who specializes in primary care, internal medicine, and hospital care. He brings over 15 years of experience to Faith Medical Center and the communities of Charlotte and Mooresville, North Carolina.

Dr. Onafowokan is passionate about offering superior health services to his patients. He stays up-to-date with the latest research and applies it to his practice with the goal of providing the highest level of care possible in the continually evolving field of medicine.

In practice in North Carolina since 2004, Dr. Onafowokan is a sought after physician. He is highly regarded in his field for his steadfast commitment to excellence, and for his expertise in a variety of clinical settings; in addition to his experience in internal medicine and as a hospitalist, he has worked in emergency and critical care. In recognition of his work as an educator of doctoral and physician assistant students, Dr. Onafowokan was honored to receive the Excellence in Teaching Award from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Philadelphia.

Dr. Onafowokan received his medical degree from the College of Medicine at the University of Benin in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. He then came to the United States to complete his internship and residency at the Harlem Hospital Center, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York.

Licensed to practice medicine in both North Carolina and South Carolina, Dr. Onafowokan holds admitting privileges with the Novant Health hospital network, including Presbyterian Medical Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. He has advanced certifications in cardiac life support and trauma life support. Dr. Onafowokan is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Steven Kamara is a diligent and compassionate physician specializing in internal medicine. Dr. Kamara speaks English, Spanish, Hebrew, Farsi, and Arabic fluently. He attended the Albert Einstein College of Medicine to receive his medical degree and completed his postdoctoral education at the Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.

Dr. Kamara treats patients at his private practice in Los Angeles and also takes care of patients in the hospital at Cedars Sinai Medical Center and Olympia Hospital. He is a Medical Director at nursing facilities and also takes care of patients at the nursing home.

Shahnaz Begum, MD, FACC, is a Board-certified cardiovascular disease specialist. She is an experienced physician who has been practicing cardiology for over 15 years. 

Dr. Begum received her medical degree from State University of New York (SUNY) Downstate Medical College in New York. She subsequently completed 3 years of training in Internal Medicine followed by another 3 years of specialized training in Cardiovascular disease/cardiology. She then worked at SUNY Downstate as a faculty physician and Assistant Professor of Cardiology until she moved to Dallas. After that she worked at Texas Health Resource and Plano Presbyterian Hospital for several years as an attending Cardiologist. Since then, she has been providing outstanding cardiac care at Heart Care located in Frisco, Texas. 

Dr. Begum has exceptional knowledge and skills. She excels in diagnosing and treating heart conditions including heart failure, coronary artery disease (CAD), valvular heart disease, arrhythmias, and many more. She also believes in prevention and therefore focuses on hypertension, cholesterol and multiple other conditions that can lead to heart diseases.  

In addition to assuring that her patients benefit from cutting-edge new technology, Dr. Begum is compassionate and values their time. She ensures patients have a minimal wait while maximizing the time she spends with each person. She is an excellent listener and her patients love her for her thoroughness and personalized care that she provides to them.

At Heart Care, Dr. Begum offers exceptional care and ensures that her patients’ concerns are properly addressed. She welcomes her patients and looks forward to improving their heart health.

Julito Uy, MD, MBA, is a skilled physician at I40First in Amarillo, Texas.

Dr. Uy received his medical degree in 1988 from Virgen Milagrosa Educational Institution in San Carlos City, Pangasinan, Philippines. He later trained at the State University of New York in Stony Brook, and at the Texas Tech University Health Science Center in Amarillo. 

Dr. Uy knows that each patient is unique. It is his experience as an emergency care provider and internal medicine specialist that allows him to quickly assess a situation, and provide the best care possible. He prides himself in impeccable bedside manner and rapport with his patients, treating those from many walks of life with equivalent care.   

For this reason, Dr. Uy is able to pinpoint the specific needs of diverse clients and provide them with high-quality health care, as well as aesthetic treatments optimized for their skin type, background, and underlying medical condition.

Dr. Michael Kindred, M.D. attended the University of Colorado School of Medicine and is formally trained and board certified in General Surgery and Addiction Medicine. He served on faculty at UK, where he developed and implemented several addiction medicine programs that ranged from inpatient and outpatient consultation and educational services to overseeing the Addiction Medicine Fellowship program. His treatment philosophy is multi-dimensional and he considers all aspects of an individual as equally important. Dr. Kindred is also a certified medical review officer.

I earned my degree at the University of Michigan and I am board certified in Obstetrics/Gynecology and Addiction Medicine. I am interested in improving communication between inpatient and outpatient providers, and in eliminating stigma surrounding substance use disorders.

Sunil Modi, MD of Express Family Clinic is board-certified in both family medicine and geriatrics, which means he’s with you every step of the way as you journey through life. His goal is to provide primary care to people in Allen, Texas and the surrounding communities. His practice is personal, experienced, up-to-date, and, above all, comprehensive.

Dr. Modi earned his medical and surgical degrees at B.J. Medical College in Ahmedabad, India. After graduating, Dr. Modi came to the United States and completed his residency at Temple University/Conemaugh Valley Memorial Hospital in Pennsylvania in family practice. He then completed his residency in geriatric medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

Not only is Dr. Modi certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Geriatrics Society, but he also holds memberships in the American Medical Association, the American Academy of Family Physicians, and the Texas Medical Association.

Throughout his education and medical career, Dr. Modi has been recognized for his customer service and awarded Best Resident and Exceptional Role Model for his residency. Dr Modi is recognized as one of D Magazine’s 2025 Best Doctors in Collin County. Dr Modi also recognized by United health as United Hero for the year 2024.

Dr. Modi, who speaks English, Hindi, and Gujarati, lives in Allen with his wife and two boys. In his spare time, he enjoys listening to music, reading, and practicing yoga.

Ahmadur Rahman is a detailed and thorough physician specializing in internal medicine and primary care. Dr. Rahman is serving his patients in Manahattan, NY and Jamaica, NY with his two private practices. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. 

Dr. Rahman received his doctorate degree from the Ross University School of Medicine. He then completed his Internal Medicine residency at the Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. Dr. Rahman welcomes patients to his practice who are experiencing issues such as acne, bunions, arthritis, asthma, ear infections, and diabetes. With his informative bedside manner, Dr. Rahman works to a solution for improved health and healing. Dr. Rahman provides services for his patients that include annual physicals, ECG/EKG, bone density measurements, and annual skin screenings, among many others. 

Dr. Rahman enjoys participating in outdoor activities, when time permits. He enjoys spending time with his family, photography, and traveling.

Ahmadur Rahman is a detailed and thorough physician specializing in internal medicine and primary care. Dr. Rahman is serving his patients in Manahattan, NY and Jamaica, NY with his two private practices. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. 

Dr. Rahman received his doctorate degree from the Ross University School of Medicine. He then completed his Internal Medicine residency at the Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. Dr. Rahman welcomes patients to his practice who are experiencing issues such as acne, bunions, arthritis, asthma, ear infections, and diabetes. With his informative bedside manner, Dr. Rahman works to a solution for improved health and healing. Dr. Rahman provides services for his patients that include annual physicals, ECG/EKG, bone density measurements, and annual skin screenings, among many others. 

Dr. Rahman enjoys participating in outdoor activities, when time permits. He enjoys spending time with his family, photography, and traveling.

Dr. Mohammed Touheed is an experienced Internal Medicine physician with over 23 years of clinical experience in both hospital and outpatient settings. He completed his residency at Jersey Shore University Medical Center and has served at leading institutions including Baptist Medical Center and Shands Hospital. At All-in-One Healthcare in Jacksonville, Florida, Dr. Touheed provides comprehensive primary care, preventive services, annual physical exams, chronic disease management including hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol, physician-supervised medical weight loss including GLP-1 therapy, diagnostic testing, and telehealth services. He is committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care focused on prevention, early diagnosis, and long-term wellness.

Pradeep Parihar, MD has devoted his medical career to family medicine, with a subspecialty in sports medicine, to help patients at Express Family Clinic in Allen, Texas, lead long and active lives. With a relationship-first approach, Dr. Parihar works with his patients, both young and old, to monitor their health through holistic and preventive practices that keep them functioning at their very best during every stage of life.

Dr. Parihar earned his medical and surgical degrees at Shyam Shah Medical College in India and then traveled to the United States, where he completed his residency in family practice at East Tennessee State University in Johnson City, Tennessee. Not stopping there, Dr. Parihar received a fellowship in primary care sports medicine from St. Vincent Medical Center in Los Angeles.

To stay abreast of the best medical practices, Dr. Parihar became certified by the American Board of Family Medicine, and he holds memberships in the American Academy of Family Physicians, the Texas Medical Association, and the Association of American Indian Physicians.

As a testament to his caring approach, Dr. Parihar has received awards from the American Registry for the Most Compassionate Doctor and Patient’s Choice Doctor. In 2016, he also received recognition as a World’s Top Doctor.

Specializing in gastrointestinal (digestive) disorders at Katy Digestive Center in Katy, Texas, board-certified gastroenterologist Murtaza Arif, MD, offers a variety of solutions to treat acute and chronic digestive health conditions. Dr. Arif is an active member of the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) and the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE). Dr. Arif is a staff member of Katy-area hospitals, including Memorial Hermann Katy and Houston Methodist West.

Graduating with his residency training in Internal Medicine from the Medical College of Wisconsin, Dr. Arif completed his fellowship training in Gastroenterology at the University of Missouri. He then pursued advanced training in therapeutic endoscopy at Geisinger Medical Center in Pennsylvania.

In addition to his extensive clinical experience, Dr. Arif is the author and coauthor of several peer-reviewed journal articles, case studies, and book chapters that address gastroenterology conditions and treatments. He is especially passionate about his work in colon cancer screening and prevention.

At Katy Digestive Center, Dr. Arif provides comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services to address digestive disorders, including inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome, celiac disease, gastrointestinal bleeding, constipation, diarrhea, acid reflux, and peptic ulcer disease, using the latest medical technologies. He offers a complete range of endoscopic procedures including upper endoscopy, colonoscopy, capsule endoscopy, and ERCP to ensure patients have answers quickly.

Dr. Arif is dedicated to providing the highest quality care and is known for his compassionate, comprehensive approach and his empathy for patient health care struggles. At Katy Digestive Center, Dr. Arif and his staff provide an opportunity for patients to ask questions, address their queries, and help them develop a better understanding of their symptoms.

He comes from a family of scientists, researchers and pharmacists. He has extensive experience in treating hypertension, diabetes, heart diseases, asthma, emphysema, smoking cessation, weight loss , hyperlipidemia, osteoporosis, preventive care, skin conditions and cosmetics.

Maria Tessie Beduya-Princer, MD, is a seasoned primary care specialist at EnVIGOR Health Medical and Behavioral Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. She provides care for patients across all age groups, offering a warm and compassionate approach that eases their concerns during medical consultations.

Dr. Beduya-Princer excelled in her medical school, graduating at the top of her class from UV Gullas College of Medicine in Cebu, Philippines. She completed her residency in internal medicine at Saint Joseph Hospital in Chicago, Illinois.

She then served as an emergency physician at Molokai General Hospital in Kaunakakai, Hawaii, for six years. Her extensive experience also includes roles as a primary care physician at Southwest Medical Associates in Las Vegas, an urgent care physician at University Medical Center in Las Vegas, and a hospitalist at VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System in North Las Vegas.

Board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. Beduya-Princer continually updates her medical knowledge through ongoing education. She employs the most current procedures and technologies to provide exceptional care to her patients.

With over thirty years of experience, Dr. Beduya-Princer leads the way in delivering high-quality, effective, and efficient patient care. She provides virtual telehealth consultations alongside traditional in-person visits.

Dr. Beduya-Princer eagerly anticipates welcoming both new and returning patients to EnVIGOR Health Medical and Behavioral Center, committed to surpassing their healthcare expectations.

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