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Nirmala Tummalapenta, MD, is an experienced primary care provider at Boulevard Medical HealthCare/Tender Medical Care, P.C. in Bronx, New York. Dr. Tummalapenta provides comprehensive and wholesome care in a state-of-the-art practice, by using cutting edge technology and updated evidence-based medicine. This care is delivered in a friendly and professional manner.

She recieved her medical degree in Coimbatore Medical College. Then, completed her Post-Graduate Internal Medicine residency at Cornell University New York Methodist Hospital. She has been providing patient care for over 30 years. Dr. Tummalapenta is a volunteer attending at Montefiore Hospital and part of the Columbia Affiliated Physicians.

Dr. Tummalapenta is committed to treating patients with complete and holisitic care. One of her priorities is educating and counseling patients on lifestyle changes and prevention of illness. This empowers patients to make healthier decisions and improve disease outcomes. She manages chronic conditions, such as diabetes and blood pressure, completes immigration physicals, and much more.

Dr. Tummalapenta warmly welcomes all patients into the practice and looks forward to caring for them.

Dr. Yelyzaveta Prysyazhnyuk is a compassionate and highly trained physician with a strong commitment to advancing mental health care. She brings a rich background in internal medicine and a deep interest in the intersection of physical and mental well-being to her role at Vital Psych MD LLC. Dr. Prysyazhnyuk completed her undergraduate studies at Barnard College of Columbia University before earning her medical degree from SUNY Downstate College of Medicine. She went on to complete her residency in Internal Medicine at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell NS/LIJ, where she also obtained certifications as a clinician educator and in lifestyle medicine. At Vital Psych MD, Dr. Prysyazhnyuk is excited to focus her practice on supporting individuals through evidence-based care that bridges the gap between physical and mental health. Her clinical experience and academic foundation have shaped her integrative approach, helping achieving overall well-being and a lasting change.

Anastasios Manessis, MD, FACE, ECNU, ABOM, is a double-board certified physician at  Endocrine Associates of West Village PC in Murray Hill, Manhattan, and Long Island City, New York, specializing in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism and obesity medicine. Dr. Manessis has an endocrine certification in neck ultrasounds and has extensive experience in diagnosing, treating, and managing endocrine disorders, including diabetes, thyroid disorders, hormonal dysfunction, and obesity.  

Dr. Manessis pursued his undergraduate education at Manhattan College, graduating magna cum laude with distinction in biochemistry. He earned his medical degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo. Dr. Manessis completed a combined residency in internal medicine and pediatrics at New York Medical College at Saint Vincent’s Hospital in New York. Following a year as chief medical resident, he completed a two-year clinical fellowship in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism, where his research interest, among others, involved the use of insulin pumps in patients with Type II diabetes. 

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Manessis was a faculty member in the Department of Medicine at New York Medical College from 2008-2010. He then joined the faculty of New York University in 2011. He has been involved in many clinical research projects, including long-term studies to evaluate the efficacy and safety of GLP-I agonists and weight loss agents. Dr. Manessis’ primary clinical interest includes the treatment of diabetic patients with insulin pumps and how it has benefited the well-being of patients long-term.

Dexter McKenzie, MD, is an experienced internist and pediatrician serving patients of all ages at LaSante Health Center in the Prospect Lefferts Gardens area of Brooklyn. Dr. McKenzie has served the central Brooklyn community for over 30 years as a registered pharmacist and physician and treats a wide range of medical conditions for adults and children in New York City. 

After immigrating to Brooklyn from the Caribbean, Dr. McKenzie attended the public schools in the area, then received his Bachelor of Science in pharmaceutical and health sciences from Arnold and Marie Schwartz College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences at Long Island University in New York City. He completed his Doctor of Medicine at Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee, and was honored with a residency and internship in internal medicine and pediatrics from Kings County Hospital in New York City. 

Dr. McKenzie is proud to serve a diverse range of patients at LaSante Health Center and advocates as a health educator, mentor to youth, and for the medical care of single mothers and senior citizens. He is passionate about supporting the local arts and small businesses. His involvement in the community has garnered him several awards and recognition. 

Dr. McKenzie is president of the Provident Clinical Society of Brooklyn, and a member of the National Medical Association, Medical Society of the State of New York, New York Empire State Medical Association, and The Medical Society of the County of Kings.

 

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Dr. Bella Halpert is a nephrologist specializing in hypertension, chronic kidney disease and dialysis management. She believes good kidney care starts with listening, and she works closely with patients from early diagnosis through dialysis to make complex decisions feel clear and manageable.

Raised in Brooklyn, New York, Dr. Halpert completed both her internal medicine residency and her nephrology fellowship at One Brooklyn Health, Brookdale Hospital, where she was selected as Chief Fellow and devoted much of her time to teaching and mentoring the next generation of physicians. Multilingual in four languages, including Russian, Ukrainian, Hebrew, and Yiddish, Dr. Halpert connects easily with the diverse communities she serves. She brings deep compassion and a strong work ethic to every patient she serves.

At LaSante Health, she is committed to care that is thorough, accessible, and grounded in trust.

Emmanuel Valery, MD, is a board-certified internist at LaSante Health Center in the Prospect Lefferts Gardens area of Brooklyn. Dr. Valery diagnoses and treats chronic illnesses, offers preventative and primary care, and provides excellent treatments for patients in New York City with cardiovascular, digestive, respiratory, circulatory or other chronic health issues.

Dr. Valery was born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, and has been in the medical field for over three decades. He immigrated to New York, where he received his Bachelor of Science from Long Island University in New York City. Dr. Valery then completed his Doctor of Medicine at The Universidad del Noreste (UNE) School of Medicine in Tampico, Mexico. He went on to finish his residency in internal medicine at Kings County Hospital and completed the prestigious Fifth Pathway program for the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, both in New York City. 

Serving the community for years, Dr. Valery was the medical director at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, the CEO of Bedford Medical Group, and practiced at SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Kings County Hospital and the Bronx Lebanon Special Care Center, all in New York City.

Dr. Valery leads several community service and outreach initiatives and is a member of the NOAH NY, a not-for-profit organization that helps provide free health care to residents of Haiti. He has received numerous awards for his efforts.

As an immigrant and multilingual in English, Haitian Creole, French, and Spanish, Dr. Valery is passionate about serving diverse patients at LaSante Health Center. He brings years of medical knowledge to provide quality internal medicine care.

Dr. Valery is a member of the American Medical Association, Asclepius Medical Society, and certified by The American Board of Internal Medicine.

 

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Education and training

• State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, Master's in Family Nursing

Languages spoken

• English
• Spanish
• Hebrew

Meet Dr. Saka Kazeem at Elk Medical

The outstanding professional team at Elk Medical provides world-class medical care for disorders of the endocrine system and related conditions. Serving the community of Crown Heights, Brooklyn, in New York City, the team creates personalized treatment plans designed to meet the specific needs of each individual patient.

Under the direction of Saka Kazeem, MD, a skilled endocrinologist with more than 30 years of clinical experience, Elk Medical offers a broad array of care options. Dr. Kazeem and his team offer advanced and interventional management, using cutting-edge technology for thyroid disorders, adrenal disorders, diabetes, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), menopause, and many other conditions. In addition to treatment plans, medically supervised weight loss programs at Elk Medical help patients reach and maintain a healthy weight while promoting overall health and wellness.

Dr. Kazeem earned his medical degree from the University of Ibadan’s College of Medicine in Nigeria. He completed his residency in internal medicine followed by a fellowship in endocrinology at Interfaith Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York.

Dr. Kazeem has served as president of medical staff and chief of endocrinology at Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center in Brooklyn and on the minority affairs committee of the American Association of Endocrinology. He is a two-time recipient of the quality improvement and health outcomes award granted by the Foundation for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine. In addition to his duties at Elk Medical, Dr. Kazeem serves on advisory committees at Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center as well as New York–Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn.

The entire team welcomes new patients to Elk Medical for exceptional medical services offered in a warm, friendly environment. To speak to a team member or to schedule a consultation with Dr. Kazeem, call the clinic’s office today or request an appointment online.

About Harlem Cardiology on Madison Avenue

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Harlem Cardiology on Madison Avenue provides comprehensive cardiovascular services for the community of East Harlem in New York City since 2003. Heart- and vascular-related diseases are some of the most serious, complex, and widespread health problems in the United States. Henock Saint-Jacques, MD, FACC, and the team at Harlem Cardiology on Madison Avenue specialize in treating conditions such as coronary artery disease (CAD), congestive heart failure (CHF), valvular heart disease, arrhythmia, peripheral vascular disease (PAD), and stroke.

Dr. Saint-Jacques is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology, the highest honor in cardiovascular medicine that only the very best physicians receive. In addition, Harlem Cardiology on Madison Avenue has some of the leading physicians in the field, providing outstanding diagnostic and treatment services as well as chronic care management for long-term cardiovascular conditions. The entire team is committed to preventing heart disease wherever possible and treating patients who have cardiovascular conditions using the most effective, up-to-date methods and state-of-the-art technology.

Harlem Cardiology on Madison Avenue works with leading researchers and world-renowned experts carrying out clinical research studies, and the cardiovascular physicians all have backgrounds at the foremost medical institutions, such as Harvard, Duke, New York universities, and the Mount Sinai Hospital.

 

 

Henock Saint-Jacques, MD, FACC, is a distinguished cardiologist and head clinician at Harlem Cardiology on Madison Avenue in East Harlem of New York City. Dr. Saint-Jacques is held in high esteem throughout New York City and is a deservedly popular speaker at medical conferences and meetings. He also mentors medical students and postgraduate fellows.

Dr. Saint-Jacques studied for his medical degree at Universidad de Ciencias Medicas (UCIMED) in San Jose, Costa Rica. After graduating, he relocated to New York City for a residency in internal medicine at Cabrini Medical Center, which he completed in 1998, followed by a fellowship in cardiology at the Montreal Heart Institute in Canada. After completing his fellowship in 2001, Dr. Saint-Jacques studied at Duke University School of Medicine in Durham, North Carolina, and achieved cardiovascular disease certification with the American Board of Internal Medicine in 2003.

Dr. Saint-Jacques is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology, a distinction that recognizes members who have achieved exceptional standards of professional excellence and made a significant contribution to the field of cardiovascular medicine.

Preview Dr. Saint-Jacques Doximity Profile HERE. 

About Harlem Cardiology on Madison Avenue

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Harlem Cardiology on Madison Avenue provides comprehensive cardiovascular services for the community of East Harlem in New York City since 2003. Heart- and vascular-related diseases are some of the most serious, complex, and widespread health problems in the United States. Henock Saint-Jacques, MD, FACC, and the team at Harlem Cardiology on Madison Avenue specialize in treating conditions such as coronary artery disease (CAD), congestive heart failure (CHF), valvular heart disease, arrhythmia, peripheral vascular disease (PAD), and stroke.

Dr. Saint-Jacques is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology, the highest honor in cardiovascular medicine that only the very best physicians receive. In addition, Harlem Cardiology on Madison Avenue has some of the leading physicians in the field, providing outstanding diagnostic and treatment services as well as chronic care management for long-term cardiovascular conditions. The entire team is committed to preventing heart disease wherever possible and treating patients who have cardiovascular conditions using the most effective, up-to-date methods and state-of-the-art technology.

Harlem Cardiology on Madison Avenue works with leading researchers and world-renowned experts carrying out clinical research studies, and the cardiovascular physicians all have backgrounds at the foremost medical institutions, such as Harvard, Duke, New York universities, and the Mount Sinai Hospital.