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.
Vinod Kumar, MD, FACC, is a board-certified cardiologist and the Medical Director of Heart Vascular and Leg Center in Bakersfield, California. He has a reputation for being an excellent provider who is passionate about his work. Dr. Kumar decided to become a cardiovascular specialist because he has a passion for protecting and saving people from heart disease and amputations.
Dr. Kumar earned his Doctor of Medicine at Pandit Bhagwat Dayal Sharma Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences in Rohtak, India. He then perfected his skills by completing a subsequent residency in internal medicine at the Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan. Soon after, he completed a fellowship in cardiology at the Baylor College of Medicine and another in interventional cardiology at the UCLA School of Medicine.
During his training, Dr. Kumar has worked with some of the nation's leading cardiovascular specialists, including Dr. Michael DeBakey, who was the originator of open-heart bypass surgery. Today, Dr. Kumar is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology.
As a cardiovascular specialist, Dr. Kumar is often tasked with making life-saving decisions. He always takes his time to explain diagnoses and treatment options to his patients because he understands that it is a critical component of their care. His commitment to cardiovascular medicine helps him to save and extend the lives of his patients.
Board-certified internal medicine physician Dr. Gilbert Sunio, the founder of Sunmed Health and Weight Management, offers personalized weight loss programs and men’s health treatment at his state-of-the-art primary care facility in Visalia, California.
Dr. Sunio has extensive training in all aspects of internal medicine, with an emphasis on preventive medicine. He received his internal medicine education at the University of Illinois in Chicago, and he has extensive training in weight loss management and men’s health.
Combining years of experience with education and compassion, Dr. Sunio maximizes patient satisfaction for superior results. He focuses on all aspects of disease prevention to help every patient look and feel their best.
All of Dr. Sunio’s patients receive personalized attention, are treated like family in a relaxed and safe environment, and reap the benefits of long-term weight management support. Dr. Sunio’s body contouring program is designed to complement weight loss for younger, healthier-looking skin.
Dr. Sunio has been practicing at his Visalia facility since 2001, and when he’s not treating patients, he enjoys photography, hiking, running, traveling, and spending time with his family.
“I have been patient with Dr Sunio and his staff for many years. I have been very satisfied They always address my concerns and play close attention to my blood work. I am grateful for Dr Sunio, his staff and his PA, and NP support team”
Gilbert Sunio, MD
Internist
5510 Ave de los Robles
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Visalia, CA 93291
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Dr. Ruchi Bansal, MD
Sleep Medicine Physician 0.5 mi
Ruchi Bansal, MD, is a Bakersfield native, and is excited to have returned to her roots and have the opportunity to serve this wonderful community of Kern County at Prime Pulmonary & Sleep Center. This Pulmonary and Sleep medicine practice has locations in Bakersfield and Delano, California.
Dr. Bansal received her medical degree from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, India. After returning from India, she did her residency in Internal Medicine followed by a fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at New York Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, New York. She then went on to do advanced fellowship training in Sleep Medicine at the University of California, Davis.
She and her husband are excited to start their family. Outside of medicine, Dr. Bansal loves to travel, go to the beach, and enjoys outdoor activities such as swimming, hiking, and tennis.
Board Certifications:
Internal Medicine
Pulmonary Disease
Critical Care Medicine
Sleep Medicine
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Bansal and the compassionate team at Prime Pulmonary & Sleep Center, call the nearest office or book online today.
We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Ahana Sandhu to our sleep medicine team. Dr. Sandhu is a highly skilled sleep medicine physician with a wealth of experience in diagnosing and treating a wide range of sleep disorders. She is board certified in both Internal Medicine and Sleep Medicine, and is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians.
Dr. Sandhu completed her Bachelor of Sciences in Biological Sciences at the University of California Irvine in 2009, and went on to earn her medical degree from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine in 2016. She graduated with honors and was part of the Alpha Omega Phi Honor and Service Society.
Following medical school, Dr. Sandhu completed her Internal Medicine Residency at UCLA-Kern Medical from 2016-2019, where she served as Chief Resident in Internal Medicine from 2018-2019. During her residency, she received the Robert S. Mosser Award for Excellence in Internal Medicine in 2019.
Dr. Sandhu then pursued a fellowship in Sleep Medicine at Cleveland Clinic from 2019-2020, where she served as Chief Sleep Medicine Fellow. During her fellowship, she received comprehensive training in diagnosing and treating sleep disorders, including sleep apnea, insomnia, narcolepsy, and restless leg syndrome.
Dr. Sandhu is passionate about providing personalized care to her patients and is committed to helping them achieve optimal sleep health. Her motto, "Sandhu Can Do," reflects her dedication to providing innovative and compassionate care to her patients.
At our sleep medicine center, we are thrilled to have Dr. Sandhu as part of our team. With her expertise and commitment to patient care, we are confident that she will help our patients achieve restful and restorative sleep. If you are struggling with a sleep disorder and are looking for expert care and support, contact us today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Ahana Sandhu.
Pramil Vaghasia, MD, is a Board Certified Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine physician practicing at Prime Pulmonary & Sleep Center, which has two locations in Bakersfield and Delano, California.
Dr. Vaghasia is new to the Bakersfield community, having been raised in upstate New York. He earned his bachelor's degree from Boston University and subsequently attended medical school at Ross University. He then completed his residency in Internal Medicine and fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at New York Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, New York. After completing his fellowship, Dr. Vaghasia and his wife moved to Bakersfield to start their family.
Dr. Vaghasia enjoys spending time with his family and friends, as well as playing and watching all kinds of sports, particularly basketball and tennis.
Board Certifications:
Internal Medicine
Pulmonary Medicine
Critical Care Medicine
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Vaghasia and the team at Prime Pulmonary & Sleep Center, call the office or request an appointment online today.
Radhey Bansal, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician who has been supporting the community of Delano, California, for nearly four decades. He loves leading his practice, Comprehensive Medical Group of Kern Inc, to help patients address their health concerns and maintain their health. Dr. Bansal was born in India, and after finishing medical school there, he arrived in New York in 1975. He completed his training at Albert Einstein College of Medicine — affiliated with Lincoln Hospital. Soon after, Dr. Bansal was certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, and certification remains current.
Dr. Bansal was elected and served as Chief of Staff at Delano Regional Medical Center four times. He also served as Chief of the Medicine department several times. Additionally, Dr. Bansal was selected as a board member of the hospital. Separately, he also has been the Medical Director of Delano District Skilled Nursing Facility for several years. After 15 years of solo practice, Dr. Bansal has been steadily growing the Comprehensive Medical Group of Kern Inc to support the community in Delano and its surrounding areas. Dr. Bansal also constructed a new, state of the art office with all the facilities under one roof for his patients' convenience.
Dr. Bansal's hobbies include playing tennis, reading books, and watching Bollywood shows/movies. He is married to Manju Bansal, who serves as the manager of the group. Dr. Bansal has three daughters: Payal, Ruchi, and Priya, all of whom are in the field of medicine as physicians as well.
Dr Anuj Bansal graduated medical school in India. He moved to U.S. in 2003 to Pursue further studies. He finished residency in Internal Medicine In Pittsburgh Pennsylvania and certified by American Board of Internal Medicine in 2006. Dr Bansal wanted to Pursue carrier in education and moved to Rochester, New York to join Faculty in University of Rochester Medical school where he taught student doctors. Dr Bansal was born and grew up in very small town in India and always wanted to practice medicine in a small town which prompted him to move to Delano and Join Comprehensive Medical group in 2018.
He is Married and has 2 children. In his free time, he loves reading, traveling and spending time with his Family.
He wants to be an Advocate and friend to his patient. His most important goal is focus on preventive medicine to promote healthy aging process.
Dr. Alnahhal graduated from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) where he also had some surgical training and received the Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (MRCSI). He then finished his Internal Medicine residency training at Kern Medical Center-UCLA. During his last year of residency, he was prestigiously chosen as the resident of the year. Dr Alnahhal has been board-certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) since 2011.
With his continued hard work and perseverance, he was also awarded the Physician Excellence Award from Delano Regional Medical Center in 2012. Dr Alnahhal also obtained the Specialty Certificate degree in Endocrinology and Diabetes from the Royal College of Physicians in the United Kingdom and recently completed a Master of Business Administration degree from Quantic school of business and technology. Dr Alnahhal was born in Egypt and grew up in Palestine. He loves reading books, watching movies and spending time with his family. He is married and has three children, a boy and two girls.
Dr. Jerry Neria MD, MPH is well trained with an extensive history and passion for health promotion and lifestyle medicine. Dr. Neria is a firm believer in the power of lifestyle changes over a prescription.
Dr. Neria's passion for diet and lifestyle stemmed from his history as a competitive teenage bodybuilder. He began serving his patients as a personal trainer while obtaining a degree in Kinesiology at the University of Southern California. From there he went on to incorporate nutrition as he began Need2Train LLC, for solo and group personal training along with co-founding the nutrition store, CarbZero. He obtained his Master's degree in Public Health Nutrition, from Loma Linda University. After completing medical school, Dr. Neria returned to Loma Linda to complete his residency training in rural and Family Medicine.
After completing residency, Dr. Neria became a full-time hospitalist and Family Medicine Residency faculty member for over 5 years. He led the residency as the Program Director of the Hanford Family medicine Program and moved on to help found the Tulare Family Medicine Residency Program. Dr. Neria still maintains an interest in education and teaching future doctors.
He is currently serving Living Water Clinic patients at all the clinic sites and maintains an interest in lifestyle medicine, weight loss and obesity medicine, sports nutrition, and hormone replacement.
Dr. Neria considers himself blessed and privileged to share God's love through medicine, alongside his wife, Dr. Angelina Neria.
Originally from Porterville, California, Abbas Hasnain, M.D., J.D., is a well-trusted and highly trained internal medicine physician serving the southern San Joaquin Valley. Dr. Hasnain, or “Dr. H” to his patients, provides up to date medical care for his local community and feels grateful doing so.
Dr. Hasnain attended the University of California, Berkeley, where he completed his Bachelor of Arts in Integrative Biology. Dr. Hasnain went on to earn his law degree at the Trinity School of Law in Orange County, California. Dr. Hasnain worked briefly as a law clerk before deciding to continue his education by attending medical school at the UAG/New York Medical College MD Program.
He completed a pre-internship program at New York Medical College in Valhalla, New York, before moving on to the University of California, San Francisco, Fresno Program, to complete his residency training in internal medicine. Dr. Hasnain also gained valuable experience working in a Level 1 trauma center at Community Regional Medical Center in Fresno and the VA Hospital of Central California.
Dr. Hasnain is a member of the American College of Physicians, California Association of Long-Term Care Medicine, & Tulare County Medical Society. Throughout his education, Dr. Hasnain published numerous research articles on a wide range of conditions. Dr Hasnain continues to practice inpatient medicine at local hospitals in the area and is also the medical director for various Hospice and rehabilitation facilities.
Dr. Hasnain speaks fluent English, Punjabi, and Spanish.
Ruchi Bansal, MD, is a Bakersfield native, and is excited to have returned to her roots and have the opportunity to serve this wonderful community of Kern County at Prime Pulmonary & Sleep Center. This Pulmonary and Sleep medicine practice has locations in Bakersfield and Delano, California.
Dr. Bansal received her medical degree from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, India. After returning from India, she did her residency in Internal Medicine followed by a fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at New York Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, New York. She then went on to do advanced fellowship training in Sleep Medicine at the University of California, Davis.
She and her husband are excited to start their family. Outside of medicine, Dr. Bansal loves to travel, go to the beach, and enjoys outdoor activities such as swimming, hiking, and tennis.
Board Certifications:
Internal Medicine
Pulmonary Disease
Critical Care Medicine
Sleep Medicine
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Bansal and the compassionate team at Prime Pulmonary & Sleep Center, call the nearest office or book online today.
We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Ahana Sandhu to our sleep medicine team. Dr. Sandhu is a highly skilled sleep medicine physician with a wealth of experience in diagnosing and treating a wide range of sleep disorders. She is board certified in both Internal Medicine and Sleep Medicine, and is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians.
Dr. Sandhu completed her Bachelor of Sciences in Biological Sciences at the University of California Irvine in 2009, and went on to earn her medical degree from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine in 2016. She graduated with honors and was part of the Alpha Omega Phi Honor and Service Society.
Following medical school, Dr. Sandhu completed her Internal Medicine Residency at UCLA-Kern Medical from 2016-2019, where she served as Chief Resident in Internal Medicine from 2018-2019. During her residency, she received the Robert S. Mosser Award for Excellence in Internal Medicine in 2019.
Dr. Sandhu then pursued a fellowship in Sleep Medicine at Cleveland Clinic from 2019-2020, where she served as Chief Sleep Medicine Fellow. During her fellowship, she received comprehensive training in diagnosing and treating sleep disorders, including sleep apnea, insomnia, narcolepsy, and restless leg syndrome.
Dr. Sandhu is passionate about providing personalized care to her patients and is committed to helping them achieve optimal sleep health. Her motto, "Sandhu Can Do," reflects her dedication to providing innovative and compassionate care to her patients.
At our sleep medicine center, we are thrilled to have Dr. Sandhu as part of our team. With her expertise and commitment to patient care, we are confident that she will help our patients achieve restful and restorative sleep. If you are struggling with a sleep disorder and are looking for expert care and support, contact us today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Ahana Sandhu.
Pramil Vaghasia, MD, is a Board Certified Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine physician practicing at Prime Pulmonary & Sleep Center, which has two locations in Bakersfield and Delano, California.
Dr. Vaghasia is new to the Bakersfield community, having been raised in upstate New York. He earned his bachelor's degree from Boston University and subsequently attended medical school at Ross University. He then completed his residency in Internal Medicine and fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at New York Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, New York. After completing his fellowship, Dr. Vaghasia and his wife moved to Bakersfield to start their family.
Dr. Vaghasia enjoys spending time with his family and friends, as well as playing and watching all kinds of sports, particularly basketball and tennis.
Board Certifications:
Internal Medicine
Pulmonary Medicine
Critical Care Medicine
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Vaghasia and the team at Prime Pulmonary & Sleep Center, call the office or request an appointment online today.
Dr. Jerry Neria MD, MPH is well trained with an extensive history and passion for health promotion and lifestyle medicine. Dr. Neria is a firm believer in the power of lifestyle changes over a prescription.
Dr. Neria's passion for diet and lifestyle stemmed from his history as a competitive teenage bodybuilder. He began serving his patients as a personal trainer while obtaining a degree in Kinesiology at the University of Southern California. From there he went on to incorporate nutrition as he began Need2Train LLC, for solo and group personal training along with co-founding the nutrition store, CarbZero. He obtained his Master's degree in Public Health Nutrition, from Loma Linda University. After completing medical school, Dr. Neria returned to Loma Linda to complete his residency training in rural and Family Medicine.
After completing residency, Dr. Neria became a full-time hospitalist and Family Medicine Residency faculty member for over 5 years. He led the residency as the Program Director of the Hanford Family medicine Program and moved on to help found the Tulare Family Medicine Residency Program. Dr. Neria still maintains an interest in education and teaching future doctors.
He is currently serving Living Water Clinic patients at all the clinic sites and maintains an interest in lifestyle medicine, weight loss and obesity medicine, sports nutrition, and hormone replacement.
Dr. Neria considers himself blessed and privileged to share God's love through medicine, alongside his wife, Dr. Angelina Neria.
Originally from Porterville, California, Abbas Hasnain, M.D., J.D., is a well-trusted and highly trained internal medicine physician serving the southern San Joaquin Valley. Dr. Hasnain, or “Dr. H” to his patients, provides up to date medical care for his local community and feels grateful doing so.
Dr. Hasnain attended the University of California, Berkeley, where he completed his Bachelor of Arts in Integrative Biology. Dr. Hasnain went on to earn his law degree at the Trinity School of Law in Orange County, California. Dr. Hasnain worked briefly as a law clerk before deciding to continue his education by attending medical school at the UAG/New York Medical College MD Program.
He completed a pre-internship program at New York Medical College in Valhalla, New York, before moving on to the University of California, San Francisco, Fresno Program, to complete his residency training in internal medicine. Dr. Hasnain also gained valuable experience working in a Level 1 trauma center at Community Regional Medical Center in Fresno and the VA Hospital of Central California.
Dr. Hasnain is a member of the American College of Physicians, California Association of Long-Term Care Medicine, & Tulare County Medical Society. Throughout his education, Dr. Hasnain published numerous research articles on a wide range of conditions. Dr Hasnain continues to practice inpatient medicine at local hospitals in the area and is also the medical director for various Hospice and rehabilitation facilities.
Dr. Hasnain speaks fluent English, Punjabi, and Spanish.
Dr. Jerry Neria MD, MPH is well trained with an extensive history and passion for health promotion and lifestyle medicine. Dr. Neria is a firm believer in the power of lifestyle changes over a prescription.
Dr. Neria's passion for diet and lifestyle stemmed from his history as a competitive teenage bodybuilder. He began serving his patients as a personal trainer while obtaining a degree in Kinesiology at the University of Southern California. From there he went on to incorporate nutrition as he began Need2Train LLC, for solo and group personal training along with co-founding the nutrition store, CarbZero. He obtained his Master's degree in Public Health Nutrition, from Loma Linda University. After completing medical school, Dr. Neria returned to Loma Linda to complete his residency training in rural and Family Medicine.
After completing residency, Dr. Neria became a full-time hospitalist and Family Medicine Residency faculty member for over 5 years. He led the residency as the Program Director of the Hanford Family medicine Program and moved on to help found the Tulare Family Medicine Residency Program. Dr. Neria still maintains an interest in education and teaching future doctors.
He is currently serving Living Water Clinic patients at all the clinic sites and maintains an interest in lifestyle medicine, weight loss and obesity medicine, sports nutrition, and hormone replacement.
Dr. Neria considers himself blessed and privileged to share God's love through medicine, alongside his wife, Dr. Angelina Neria.
Originally from Porterville, California, Abbas Hasnain, M.D., J.D., is a well-trusted and highly trained internal medicine physician serving the southern San Joaquin Valley. Dr. Hasnain, or “Dr. H” to his patients, provides up to date medical care for his local community and feels grateful doing so.
Dr. Hasnain attended the University of California, Berkeley, where he completed his Bachelor of Arts in Integrative Biology. Dr. Hasnain went on to earn his law degree at the Trinity School of Law in Orange County, California. Dr. Hasnain worked briefly as a law clerk before deciding to continue his education by attending medical school at the UAG/New York Medical College MD Program.
He completed a pre-internship program at New York Medical College in Valhalla, New York, before moving on to the University of California, San Francisco, Fresno Program, to complete his residency training in internal medicine. Dr. Hasnain also gained valuable experience working in a Level 1 trauma center at Community Regional Medical Center in Fresno and the VA Hospital of Central California.
Dr. Hasnain is a member of the American College of Physicians, California Association of Long-Term Care Medicine, & Tulare County Medical Society. Throughout his education, Dr. Hasnain published numerous research articles on a wide range of conditions. Dr Hasnain continues to practice inpatient medicine at local hospitals in the area and is also the medical director for various Hospice and rehabilitation facilities.
Dr. Hasnain speaks fluent English, Punjabi, and Spanish.
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