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.
Everyone deserves access to top-quality medical care from a provider they can get to know and trust. For residents of Riverview, Florida, Equilibri Health and Wellness is a premier primary care resource. At the heart of the practice is nurse practitioner Brandi Rhody, APRN, FNP-C, a dedicated healthcare professional with more than 25 years of clinical experience.
Brandi leads Equilibri Health and Wellness and is committed to fostering strong provider-patient relationships. Her compassionate approach and extensive expertise make her a trusted partner in helping patients achieve their health and wellness goals. Patients consistently praise her ability to connect on a personal level, empowering them to take charge of their well-being.
Equilibri Health and Wellness provides a wide range of services for the entire family. From routine screenings and preventive care to chronic disease management, the practice is designed to deliver comprehensive care that prioritizes long-term health. Brandi also offers specialized services, including bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (HRT), medically supervised weight loss, and more.
With a focus on evidence-based care and patient education, Brandi ensures that each visit is a step toward living a healthier and more fulfilling life. Whether you're managing a chronic condition or exploring ways to enhance your overall wellness, you’ll find the guidance and support you need at Equilibri Health and Wellness.
When you’re ready to experience the difference personalized care can make, schedule your initial visit. Online booking is available 24/7, and our friendly staff is always happy to assist by phone during business hours.
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.
Dr. David Marquis, DO, is a highly experienced emergency medicine physician with a background in Osteopathic Medicine from the New York Institute of Technology College. He completed one year of rotating internship in New York as well as a three-year residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center. Graduating in 1997, Dr. Marquis brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his patients where he utilizes his specialty in Emergency Medicine as well as his knowledge in science-based nutritional medicine to treat his patient’s individual health needs. Dr. Marquis's advanced training in functional medicine equips him to handle complex cases in dynamic environments, ensuring that patients receive the highest quality treatment possible. His collaboration with multidisciplinary healthcare channels ensures that each patient’s encounter with Dr. Marquis receives timely and effective care. We are excited to have him as Complete Diet Solutions’ Medical Director and Nutritional “Go-To” Doctor.
Ravneet Sandhu, MD, of Brandon Riverview Medical Associates in Brandon and Riverview, Florida, attended medical school in India before moving to the United States in 1991. She completed her internal medicine residency at Abington Memorial Hospital near Philadelphia and then moved to Tampa, Florida.
Dr. Ravneet Sandhu specializes in treating patients with complex medical issues such as diabetes, COPD, and weight management. As a practicing physician for more than 20 years, she has been able to diagnose many diseases that others have missed. She always approaches treatment with an open mind and listens carefully to her patients' needs.
Dr. Ravneet Sandhu believes that empathy is the key to quality medical care. She knows that it's essential for providers to fully comprehend how the treatment will impact patients' lives. At Brandon Riverview Medical Associates, her goal is to act as her patients' advocate. She makes every effort to help her patients make informed decisions about treatment.
She feels her role as a physician is to act as a facilitator, providing up-to-date information and recommendations. At each step in the treatment process, she encourages open communication and engages her the patient in an active discussion. Her goal is to empower patients to make their own decisions and feel confident about their medical care.
Dr. Ravneet Sandhu provides each patient with a personalized treatment plan that incorporates her patients' input and preferences. She has a passion for internal medicine and enjoys helping patients manage complex medical problems. She's equally passionate about educating patients in preventive measures that can improve their health and general well-being.
Dr. Sandhu has been married to her practice partner, Dr. Jagdeep Sandhu, since 1992. When not practicing medicine, she enjoys painting, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends.
Absolute Healthcare is a primary care practice with caring and compassionate providers in Spring Hill, Port Richey, and Tampa, Florida. The practice takes a holistic approach to care, focusing on whole-person wellness and addressing your individual health needs.
The medical team at Absolute Healthcare can help patients improve their physical health and reach their goals through comprehensive wellness exams, preventive health care, and medical weight loss.
Absolute Healthcare has an in-house lab and pharmacy, allowing patients to receive the prompt solutions they need to stay healthy throughout their adult life. Telehealth is another convenient, 24/7 health care option for geriatrics, chronic disease management, and urgent care.
The practice also specializes in lower cost semaglutide, and vitamin B-12 injections to promote your body’s natural processes, as well as skin rejuvenation and wrinkle reduction treatments for anti-aging. Absolute Healthcare uses the Morpheus8® tool for skin resurfacing to help you age gracefully and beautifully.
Your physical, emotional, sexual, and spiritual health needs are always a priority at Absolute Healthcare. To get started with a primary care plan that helps you achieve the best version of yourself, call the nearest office or book an in-person or telehealth consultation online today.
“PA-C Mr. Dono always provides me with the very best of knowledgeable and precise treatment for my care plan..giving me plenty of time to discussion of my many issues..I highly recommend all staff at Absolute Healthcare for their through and polite consideration of myself and other patients I've observed...”
Gaurav Malhotra, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician and the founder of Absolute Healthcare. Dr. Malhotra and his team serve patients in Spring Hill, Port Richey, and Tampa, Florida.
Dr. Malhotra founded the practice over 20 years ago with the mission to bring holistic, preventive health care to patients ages 18 and older in the Hernando area. The practice has since expanded to areas in Pasco and Hillsborough County.
Since opening up his practice, Dr. Malhotra has provided exceptional, life-changing primary care services to thousands of adults and seniors. Absolute Healthcare is well-known and beloved by many patients in the Florida communities.
Throughout the course of his medical career, he has received several honorary awards and high ranking in the state of Florida for preventive care.
Every patient under Dr. Malhotra’s care is given the personalized attention they need to improve their physical and emotional wellness. By focusing on your individual health concerns and needs, and taking into account all health factors that may affect your quality of life, Dr. Malhotra can help you find the best version of yourself.
Welcome to DDPCS, where health meets compassion! Dr. Henria M. Fain, a Tampa Bay native and the visionary behind DDPCS, has dedicated 25 years to transforming lives through personalized healthcare. Dr. Fain is not only a Doctor of Medicine but also holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and is a Certified Athletic Trainer. This unique combination of expertise allows Dr. Fain to provide comprehensive care that integrates medical knowledge with physical therapy techniques and athletic training strategies, ensuring patients receive holistic and effective treatment tailored to their individual needs.
Muthu Velusamy, MD, FACC, ABVM, is the cardiovascular disease specialist at Cardiovascular Institute of America, which has two offices in Tampa and Lutz, Florida. He is board-certified in cardiovascular diseases, cardiology, and vascular medicine. Dr. Velusamy is a detail-oriented physician who takes a patient-centered approach to care.
After earning his Doctor of Medicine at Stanley Medical College in Chennai (formerly Madras), India, Dr. Velusamy completed postgraduate medical training in general medicine at the National Health Services Hospital in the United Kingdom. He then relocated to the United States and completed his residency in internal medicine and his fellowship program in cardiovascular disease at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock. To further his skill set, Dr. Velusamy completed a nuclear cardiology fellowship at Hartford Hospital in Hartford, Connecticut, and then an interventional cardiology fellowship at the University of Connecticut in Mansfield, Connecticut.
Dedicated to learning and providing the best possible care, Dr. Velusamy also completed a mini vascular fellowship at the Prairie Heart Institute in Springfield, Illinois, and a clinical preceptorship at the Rane Center for Venous and Lymphatic Disease in Jackson, Mississippi.
Dr. Velusamy is a fellow of the American College of Cardiologists and a Vascular Diplomate of the American Board of Vascular Medicine. He is also a member of the Royal College of Physicians of England-MRCP (UK) and Ireland (MRCPI).
For Dr. Velusamy, nothing is more rewarding than connecting and interacting with his patients and helping them achieve better cardiovascular health and overall wellness.
“While the staff and the nurses have been largely kind and sweet (except for the ultrasound tech who kept pushing christianity and “natural remedies”, to supposedly cure tachycardia because medicine and science is apparently ineffective and only natural remedies will work, while doing my girlfriend’s exam— maybe don’t do that!) it has been the absolute worst experience seeing the cardiologists here at Cardiovascular Institute of America, ESPECIALLY the last phone call.
And to the disgrace of a doctor and person Muthu Velasamy who we had the utmost displeasure of speaking for the first (and last) time on Tuesday, and who spent barely even five minutes on a call with her— WITHOUT even listening to what she had to say, not even letting her get a word in— just to berate and dismiss my girlfriend that her problems are because she is “young and emotional” and that if she “is going to ask for a referral or prescription, don’t bother because I’m not going to.” and CANCELLING our follow up appointment with Melody White (that Melody herself specifically wanted us to inform her of the results of the MRI, to go over her MRI results that are supposed to SHOW WHETHER OR NOT SHE IS HAVING SEIZURES BECAUSE SHE IS PRONE TO RANDOMLY FAINTING FOR MINUTES AT A TIME because its, you know, pretty concerning to be randomly fainting for any amount of time much less up to SIX MINUTES! for somebody who is supposedly “normal” and “young” and “healthy”) because there’s apparently nothing wrong with her and implying she is just being dramatic and drug seeking and then hanging up.. What is your problem? Nobody wants to be sick. Nobody wants to take medication (and mind you, she HAS NOT taken the medication that she was prescribed by the first cardiologist Melody White because she has asthma and an inhaler, and THE NUMBER ONE WARNING with propranolol is to NOT TAKE IF YOU USE AN INHALER! Mind you she was prescribed 60mg of propranolol upon the first ever visit even when the cardiologist didn’t believe us that she has a problem with her heart, so they were prescribing medicine just to placate her when thats not what we wanted! And propranolol is a beta blocker which is VERY dangerous to just randomly discontinue after taking, ESPECIALLY if you have heart problems— which she DOES, and we have been told numerous times to casually discontinue taking it for various reasons.)
She would love nothing more than to have her heart function like normal like everybody else. But fact of the matter is, is that it is NOT normal for your heart to go from 120bpm to 39bpm and back up to 100+ bpm within 3 minutes WHILE DOING NOTHING BUT SITTING OR LAYING DOWN! At ALL! It is NOT NORMAL to experience tachycardia and bradycardia simultaneously especially when NOT DOING ANYTHING STRENUOUS— OR ANYTHING PERIOD! And she isn’t doing months of physical therapy just for fun or giggles. We aren’t going to the emergency room just for a fun vacation. Getting pricked with needles is painful. Taking medications are scary. Her body is deteriorating so quickly in such a short frame of time, that even trying to go to the grocery store for a brief trip is too taxing on her heart and her body when just earlier this year our favorite thing to do was go on walks along the river together for hours, and she used to do dance and theatre and colorguard just a few short years ago too. But according to your negligent cardiologists, it’s “normal” and it’s impossible for her to have problems because she is “young”, and she is just being “emotional”. Because on the outside, everything looks fine. (Which mind you, Velusami was ALSO claiming her results were fine for TESTS SHE NEVER HAD and the nurse/front desk could be heard in the background correcting him that those tests were NEVER DONE on her, and he did not care and dismissed the nurse’s concerns.)
They refuse to see past the surface, and refuse to acknowledge they’re either ignorant and biased or uneducated when it comes to dysautonomia or anything that is not a direct physical problem of the heart. We are only a few months into our frustrating journey of figuring out/confirming possible dysautonomia or POTs diagnosis (which her primary, PT, ortho, and every doctor and nurse in the ER that we have interacted with believe it to be) and I am so sick and tired of being brushed aside just because she is young and shouldn’t be experiencing any issues. Exactly! We are here because this SHOULDN’T be happening but IT IS and we are seeking answers! Not to have medications thrown at us just to shut us up— medications that could actively make her worse!
They never listen to what she is going through and always just write her off. They always insist everything is “normal” even despite a less than 72 hour holter monitor reporting numerous sinus tachycardia events. Not that a 72 hour monitor is going to show much of anything anyways— every other medical professional we have informed about it has been absolutely baffled that it wasn’t at LEAST 7-14 days. They always claim her heart rate being high is normal because that’s what happens when anyone stands up or is doing physical activity. Completely ignoring the fact that she IS NOT doing any physical activity, just sitting or laying down when it happens, and glossing over that it is not normal to have such adverse reactions to simply standing. And is it seriously “normal” to nearly faint barely 2-3 minutes into a basic treadmill stress test?
We have had multiple medical professionals shocked and appalled when we recount some of the things the two cardiologists have said and done— and what they HAVEN’T done as well.
And the fact you have the audacity to write in your BS report that “all of the patients questions were answered” and that new/worsening symptoms were “discussed in detail” with the patient.. you are blatantly lying! You did not ONCE ever even ALLOW her to speak about WHY she was at the emergency room for her latest visit nor about a new concerning symptom she is experiencing. The moment she said she had booked this appointment to go over her recent emergency department visit, he cut her off and spat out that he “already knew all about it” and spent the entire rest of the call yelling at her, belittling and then cancelling her follow up appointment. But guess what? No longer is it just tachycardia, but bradycardia as well; her heart rate is dropping randomly to the 30s and 40s (despite years-long history of only tachycardia, never brady episodes) and skyrocketing within seconds to minutes later back up to 120-140+, and ping-ponging between them all throughout the day— REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SHE IS DOING ACTIVITY OR SITTING/LAYING DOWN! But you never even gave her the chance to tell you what is going on with her heart. Yet have the gall to state on official medical records that you supposedly listened to her and discussed things with her and went over new symptoms and concerns. What a joke! If you believe how you treated her wasn’t absolutely appalling, then why did you lie all over the report? You discussed nothing.
What a horrible, disgusting, sorry excuse of a doctor. It was our utmost displeasure to come here. I wish we never did. It has been such a waste of our time, when we could’ve found a cardiologist and office that genuinely cares for her and wants to help us figure out what is going on with her and a way to help her.
If you are a woman, especially a young one, I suggest staying far FAR away from this office lest they also gaslight and claim that you’re just being a “young” “emotional” girl, yell at you, and rudely and indirectly drop you from their practice for daring to try and figure out what is happening with your body even when you have never once asked for a medication prescription nor ever been anything but kind patient and sweet to their staff!”
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.
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