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Anita Banerjee, MD, FACC, is an experienced cardiology specialist at Premier Cardiac and Vascular in Annandale and Fredericksburg, Virginia. She is a female cardiologist and patient-centered physician who, instead of just prescribing medications, focuses on helping her patients make lifestyle changes to improve heart health.

After securing a scholarship and earning her medical degree from Odessa National Medical University in Odessa, Ukraine, Dr. Banerjee went on to complete her residency training in Internal medicine at Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University in New York. She remained there to complete her fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease, specializing in Non-Invasive Cardiology. She also performed extensive research in Heart Failure under Drs. Thierry LeJemtel and Edmund Sonnenblick and has published in leading cardiology journals. She has been practicing cardiology for 16 years, 11 of which have been in the midst of the Fredericksburg community.

Dr. Banerjee provides comprehensive cardiology care, from prevention of cardiovascular disease to disease management of coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, valvular heart disease, as well as atrial fibrillation, aneurysms, and stroke. She has a special focus on the management of heart failure. She uses the latest advancements in medical technology to evaluate and optimize cardiovascular health.

She is certified in Cardiovascular Disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Banerjee is also a fellow of the American College of Cardiology and holds a Virginia state medical license.

To meet the needs of her diverse community, Dr. Banerjee is multilingual and speaks Bengali, Hindi, and Russian. Dr. Banerjee is known for being a great communicator and helping her patients achieve their health goals.

Mingliarti Tjahjana, MD, is an internist and primary care physician at One Health Medical Care in Reston, Virginia. Dr. Tjahjana is proud to offer her patients primary care services along with expanded services like obesity medicine and care for anxiety and depression. She offers a wide range of care, including treatments for diabetes, fibromyalgia, migraine headaches, weight loss, dermatology, and preventive care. In addition to Reston, Dr Tjahjana serves patients from many surrounding areas, including Herndon, Sterling, Great Falls, McLean, Fairfax, Ashburn, Leesburg, Vienna, Chantilly, Centreville, Manassas, and Oakton.

Dr. Tjahjana, or Dr. T, as her patients fondly call her, prides herself on creating lasting relationships with her patients as she guides them through every stage in life. Dr. T understands that health issues can be frightening or confusing, which is why she takes the time to work with each patient individually, making sure they fully understand the treatment, diagnosis, and prevention process. This is helped by the fact that she is fluent in several languages, including English, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, and Indonesian.

Certified by American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Obesity Medicine, Dr. Tjahjana received her medical degree from Universitas Padjadjaran in Indonesia, and completed her residency at Interfaith Medical Center in New York City. Dr. Tjahjana has also performed endocrinology research with the MedStar Research Institute in Washington, DC.

Dr. Tjahjana and her husband are proud parents of two active boys. She enjoys traveling, zumba, yoga, music, gardening, and cross-cultural cuisine.

She is currently accepting new patients and invites you to book an appointment online at One Health Medical Care today.

Linda Coleman, MD, is a physician specializing in preventive, routine, and acute care exams, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), medically supervised weight loss, and allergy testing and treatment. Dr. Coleman is part of the compassionate team at Coleman Primary Care, serving the residents of Northern Virginia and the greater Washington, D.C., area at their office in Sterling, Virginia.

After obtaining her undergraduate degree from Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, Dr. Coleman continued her education at the Ohio State University School of Medicine in Columbus, Ohio, earning her medical degree in 1984.

With more than 25 years of experience, Dr. Coleman has developed a comprehensive care model focusing on the total patient, not just their symptoms. She has a genuine interest in life events and how those events impact the health of her patients. Diabetes, high blood pressure (hypertension), and women’s health are special interests of Dr. Coleman. It’s her innovative treatment modalities that have led to Dr. Colman being voted one of America’s Top Doctors as well as receiving the Patients’ Choice Award. 

When she’s not seeing patients, Dr. Coleman remains active within the community by participating in several volunteer community organizations. Her son, the joy of her life, keeps her active at his school and with his different sporting activities. Dr. Coleman is also a passionate Buckeyes fan.

As a board-certified internal medicine physician, Gaffar Syed, MD, prides himself on his dedication to helping people of all ages regain their physical and emotional well-being. At his practice in Frederick, Maryland, Dr. Syed is determined to find the root cause of his patient’s health issues and develop a treatment plan tailored to their unique needs. 

Dr. Syed completed his residency at St. Barnabas Hospital in the Bronx, New York, which is affiliated with Cornell University and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. Since his residency, Dr. Syed has gained over 15 years of experience in managing a diverse patient population, both through inpatient and outpatient settings. This extensive experience, coupled with his medical training, allows him to provide his patients with the highest standard of care. 

Serving Frederick County residents for more than 16 years, Dr. Syed is proud to offer internal medicine services to his community, providing diagnosis and treatment for a variety of conditions, including ADHD, anxiety, and depression. He is also skilled in diabetes and weight loss management. Dr. Syed holds hospital privileges at Frederick Memorial Hospital, which ensures continuity of care to his office patients who are hospitalized.

At his practice, Dr. Syed becomes a part of his patient’s care team, working alongside them to incorporate their personal health goals and ensure that they reach optimal health. His friendly nature helps patients feel welcomed and comfortable during their visits. Dr. Syed has been recognized on several occasions for his outstanding dedication and care. He received the Compassionate Doctor Recognition award in 2010, the Patients’ Choice Award four years in a row from 2008-2011, and was named a Top Ten Doctor in the city in 2014.

Hitesh Patel, MD, FACC, is a board-certified cardiologist specializing in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease. He practices at Cardiology Associates of Frederick in Frederick, Maryland, and is affiliated with Frederick Memorial Hospital.

Dr. Patel graduated Magna Cum Laude in just three years from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, earning a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry. He went on to receive his Medical Degree from the University of Maryland Medical School.

He completed his internal medicine residency and subsequently a Cardiology Fellowship at Temple University Medical Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with a focus on general cardiology.

Dr. Patel has advanced expertise in Pacemaker and Defibrillator placement and is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC). Known for his patient-first approach, Dr. Patel is committed to delivering compassionate, comprehensive, and cutting-edge cardiac care.

His clinical approach emphasizes patient-centered care, cutting-edge diagnostics, and individualized treatment plans designed to optimize long-term heart health.

Samir Ahuja, MD, is a skilled cardiologist who has achieved board certification in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, interventional cardiovascular disease, echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, and vascular ultrasonography (RPVI/ARDMS). Dr. Ahuja sees patients at  Cardiology Associates of Frederick in Frederick, Maryland. He is also affiliated with Frederick Memorial Hospital.

Dr. Ahuja graduated from the accelerated/combined six-year BS/MD program completing two years at Pennsylvania State University and then four years at Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia. He went on to complete his internal medicine residency and a one-year advanced fellowship in cardiomyopathy and heart failure at Boston University Medical Center.

Dr. Ahuja then fulfilled his general cardiology fellowship at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey-University Hospital. He then completed his cardiac and peripheral interventional fellowship at Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona. He is proud to bring his expertise to his practice at Cardiology Associates of Frederick and is passionate about helping patients improve their cardiovascular health.

Patricia G. Gao, MD specializes in primary care at her private practice in Glen Burnie, Maryland. She started the practice in 2004, affiliating with Baltimore Washington Medical Center also in Glen Burnie. Dr. Gao’s mission is to diagnose and treat acute and chronic diseases, and to help patients understand and maintain good health and make better lifestyle choices. Dr. Gao believes in the power of preventive medicine. She obtained certifications for dermatologic procedures at the National Procedures Institute, Austin, Texas in 2003 and at the International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine, Las Vegas in 2011. Dr. Gao is highly experienced at meeting a variety of dermatological needs including removal of skin tags, moles, cysts, and performing skin biopsies. She also has unique skills in Botox®  and filler injections.

Dr. Gao has seventeen years of experience practicing internal medicine as a primary care physician. After graduating from Sun Yat-sen University of Medical Sciences, Guangdong, China, Dr. Gao came to the United States where she performed cancer research at MD Anderson Medical Center in Houston. She received a master’s degree in molecular biology from the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences at the University of Texas, Houston. She began her internship at Presbyterian-University of Pennsylvania Medical Center in Philadelphia. Dr. Gao completed her internal medicine residency and worked as a hospitalist and teaching physician at Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore.

Since moving to Maryland in 2010, I have practiced in a number of medical establishments, including Johns Hopkins Community Physicians, Ginger Cove Subacute Rehabilitation, and Potomac Physicians. Setting up my own medical practice has finally allowed me to practice medicine in an atmosphere that feels welcoming, caring, and unhurried to my patients. My goals are to provide quality, evidence-based care to my patients in the fields of medical and physical wellness, preventive medicine, nutrition, mental and emotional health, gynecological care, and management of chronic medical conditions. The practice will offer comprehensive physicals, sports physicals, college physicals, annual gynecological exams, preoperative examinations, chronic care visits, follow-up visits, and sick visits.

Suresh Kumar Misra, MD, is the newest member of Anne Arundel Gastroenterology Associates, P.A., seeing patients from the offices in Bowie and Greenbelt, Maryland. He identifies with the pronouns he/his and is board certified in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology. 

Inspired by his grandfather’s dedication to medicine in India, Dr. Misra is passionate about listening to his patients with the goal of improving their health and quality of life. He strives to be a knowledgeable and accessible expert resource, both to his patients and to the community he serves. 

After completing his undergraduate degree at Tulane University, Dr. Misra received a Doctorate of Medicine at Drexel University College of Medicine. He continued his training at Temple University Hospital to provide much-needed quality care to the economically distressed area of North Philadelphia. 

After obtaining his Internal Medicine Board Certification, Dr. Misra practiced as an internist for six years. The highlight of his post-graduate career was serving the diverse community of Astoria, Queens, as an ICU hospitalist and completing a one-year Hepatitis Fellowship at the Institute of Liver Medicine in the Mount Sinai Health System. The fellowship focused on hepatitis and general hepatology. Dr. Misra’s practice in New York inspired him to pursue a Gastroenterology Fellowship, which he completed at the University of Arizona in Tucson. 

His research has included the pulmonary complications of cirrhosis and the predictors of liver cancer. He has published multiple reviews on Hepatitis C and presented the results at national conferences. 

Dr. Misra values diversity, equality, integrity, and caring for others. He is currently taking new patients and is excited to serve the community of Annapolis and the Maryland area.

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Dabo Xu, MD, is a board-certified physician in gastroenterology, hepatology, and internal medicine at the Gastro Center of Maryland, with locations in Annapolis, Columbia, Olney, Riverdale, Timonium and Gaithersburg, Maryland.

Dr. Xu treats a wide variety of conditions at the practice, including gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), celiac disease, colon cancer, liver disease, and other gastrointestinal conditions. 

Dr. Xu completed his medical residency at St. Agnes Hospital, as well as a gastroenterology fellowship at the University of Michigan. He has conducted clinical and translational research on several topics, such as GERD, intestinal inflammation, liver diseases and cancers, and gastrointestinal pharmacology. His works were published in the most prestigious gastroenterology journals and presented at national and international medical conferences.

He has more than 20 years of clinical experience in gastroenterology and hepatology. Dr. Xu has a special interest in preventive care, often working alongside patients to prevent disease and improve their quality of life through precise and effective personalized treatments.

With a passion and dedication to patient experiences, Dr. Xu believes it’s important to build relationships with those in his care and enjoys helping patients find better health and wellness.

Dr. Rushi Talati is a fellowship-trained gastroenterologist with a passion for delivering comprehensive, compassionate care to patients with digestive and liver disorders.

Dr. Talati is delighted to be practicing in his hometown. A native of Howard County, he ventured west for undergraduate studies at Stanford University. At Stanford, Dr. Talati did his undergraduate work in mechanical engineering, where he graduated with Honors distinction and developed courses around innovation in medicine. He received his M.D. and M.B.A. degrees from Northwestern University.

Dr. Talati completed his medical training at NYU, which has been consistently named one of the top 5 hospitals in the United States for gastroenterology by U.S. News and World Report. Here he completed his residency in Internal Medicine and was named Chief Resident where he helped teach and mentor junior physicians. After completing his residency and chief residency, he stayed at NYU for additional specialized training in gastroenterology and hepatology.

He is actively involved in gastroenterology professional societies and serves on several national committees including the American College of Gastroenterology’s (ACG) Technology and Innovation Committee, Legislative and Public Policy Council, and CPT Review Committee. He was named to the Forbes Magazine ‘30 Under 30’ list in Law and Policy.

By incorporating the latest techniques and research, Dr. Talati aims to provide the best medical care possible for his patients.

Dr. Thi Khuc, MD, is a board-certified physician specializing in Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Gastro Center of Maryland's location in Riverdale, Maryland. Trained with expertise in evidence-based medicine and clinical research by national and international authorities in the field, Dr. Khuc is committed to providing quality, personalized patient care. Dr. Khuc values her patients’ opinions in the medical decision-making process.

Dr. Khuc completed her medical degree at the University of Virginia, followed by an Internal Medicine residency at Loma Linda University in California. Thereafter, she completed her Gastroenterology and Hepatology fellowship under the Clinical Scholars Program at the University of Maryland and Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore, MD. She was elected as a 2023 American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) Innovations Fellow for the Center for GI Innovation and Technology and is currently a member of the AGA and American College of Gastroenterology (ACG).

Dr. Khuc is skilled in colonoscopy, endoscopy, video capsule endoscopy and esophageal manometry and breath testing interpretation. She treats a wide variety of gastrointestinal disorders including colorectal cancer screening, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), acid reflux (GERD), peptic ulcer disease, microscopic colitis, eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), constipation, infectious diarrheal disorders, and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

In her spare time, Dr. Khuc enjoys painting, traveling, and trying new ice cream flavors with her family and friends.

Dr. Erika M Benns graduated from the MCP- Hahnemann University School of Medicine in 2000. Dr. Benns completed her internship and residency at the Atlanta Medical Center in Georgia. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Benns has an interest in preventive health care, especially in the areas of hypertension and diabetes.

Dr. Charles W. Phelps graduated from the University of Maryland in 1988 and completed his residency in internal medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Phelps has experience in private practice and started the hospitalist program at Anne Arundel Medical Center, Dr. Phelps was Chief of Medicine at AAMC. In addition, Dr. Phelps received the Washington-Baltimore Top Doctors award for several years