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.
Gunwant S. Dhaliwal, MD, is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician at Primary Care Walk-In Clinic in New Port Richey and Spring Hill, Florida, who has been serving patients in the area for over 25 years. Throughout his career, Dr. Dhaliwal has built a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, thorough, and patient-centered care to adults throughout the community.
Dr. Dhaliwal earned his medical degree in India and completed his Internal Medicine residency at Flushing Hospital Medical Center, an affiliated hospital of Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City. He is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and has served as Past President of the Medical Staff at MPM North Bay Hospital, reflecting his leadership and commitment to high-quality healthcare.
In addition to comprehensive primary care and chronic disease management, Dr. Dhaliwal provides DOT physicals as a Certified Medical Examiner, serves as a Certified Medical Review Officer (MRO), and is a Designated Civil Surgeon performing Immigration Physicals in Pasco County and the Tampa Bay area. He also performs many minor surgical procedures in-office under local anesthesia, offering patients a convenient and cost-effective alternative to hospital-based care.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Dhaliwal is an entrepreneur and commercial real estate investor. He is married to Tejinder Dhaliwal, MD, an anesthesiologist at MPN North Bay Hospital, and is a proud father of two sons.
Dr. Timothy Blend, MD, FAAARM, FACEP, ABIM, is the founding director of The Blend Institute in Bradenton, Florida. At The Blend Institute, patients receive expert care for hormonal imbalances and chronic conditions with modern, innovative treatments for a range of health issues, from minor concerns to complex conditions.
Dr. Blend earned his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine in Miramar, Florida, following his undergraduate studies. He completed his residency training at Kings County Hospital Center and University Hospital at the State University of New York (SUNY) in the greater New York City area. Further enhancing his expertise, Dr. Blend completed fellowship training in anti-aging and regenerative medicine, earning the FAAARM designation.
Dr. Blend collaborates with his wife, Kimberly Blend, ARNP, a nurse practitioner. They founded The Blend Institute after Kimberly experienced side effects of perimenopause. Through continuing education and research into hormone therapies, the Blends developed a focus on natural cures for conditions and hormonal imbalances.
Dr. Blend is double board-certified through the American Board of Emergency Medicine (FACEP) and the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). He is equipped to manage complex and severe conditions.
With extensive training in medical weight loss, hypothyroidism, bio-identical hormone replacement therapy, and advanced sexual wellness, Dr. Blend’s diverse background and experience make him an ideal physician for men, women, and transgender patients who have not found success with previous treatments. Dr. Blend is dedicated to welcoming new patients to The Blend Institute, helping them achieve optimal health and well-being.
Dr. Himanshu Chandarana, MD is a cardiovascular & pulmonary disease specialist in St Petersburg, FL. Dr. Chandarana completed a residency at New Brunswick Affil Hosps. He currently practices at Himanshu Chandarana, MD and is affiliated with Northside Hospital. He accepts multiple insurance plans. Dr. Chandarana is board certified in Internal Medicine.
Dr. Marie Amanze is a Hematologist/Oncologist serving FSCDR patients in the Jacksonville and Florida Panhandle regions. She specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of blood disorders, including sickle cell disease, and is dedicated to improving patient outcomes through comprehensive and compassionate care.
The Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research (FSCDR) is a renowned organization solely focused on medical care and clinical research opportunities for those living with Sickle Cell Disease. FSCDR has locations across the State of Florida. Its Flagship is in Hollywood, Florida.
As the only organization in the United States with standalone sickle cell Centers of Excellence, The Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research welcomes patients from all over the world. The team of physicians, specialists, care coordinators, case managers, and social work professionals combine to provide all-inclusive care for children and adults with sickle cell disease.
Their stated mission is to tirelessly research, inform, hear, respect, treat, and support all individuals with sickle cell disease, and to make the disease a livable, non-threatening condition. In addition, they do innovative diagnostic testing, such as transcranial Doppler ultrasounds, X-rays, and medical treatments, including infusion services.
The team at The Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research works with other medical and education professionals to ensure that their patients of all ages receive the care and support they need to thrive, ranging from vaccinations to medication management and social work services.
Along with school individualized educational plan (IEP) support, disability application assistance, and case management, they help patients work through the social determinants of health to ensure patients receive the proper support they need.
To schedule an appointment with The Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research, call or book online today.
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.
