Rekha Kesavan, MD, is a board-certified internist specializing in women’s wellness. Dr. Kesavan provides patient-centered care at Comprehensive Primary Care in Lawrenceville and Suwanee, Georgia. Dr. Kesavan earned her Doctor of Medicine at Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research in Chennai, India, an affiliate of Harvard Medical International. She then relocated to Atlanta, Georgia, to continue her medical training, completing her internal medicine internship and residency at Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center. In practice for more than 10 years, Dr. Kesavan has developed an excellent reputation for her bedside manner. She is known for providing thorough examinations, answering all patient questions, and providing clear and concise explanations to her patients about their health issues and needs. Dr. Kesavan is a caring and knowledgeable provider who invests in the lifelong health of her patients and their families. A native of Gwinnett County, Dr. Kesavan lives in Duluth with her husband and daughter. When she’s not taking care of patients, Dr. Kesavan enjoys playing the piano, traveling, and spending time with her family.

 

 

Dr. Johnson completed her undergraduate studies at Tuskegee University in Tuskegee, AL. Her activities included shadowing Primary Care physicians and volunteering at the Atlanta VA Medical Center ER. She then attended medical school at the Medical College of GA in Augusta, GA. 

During her medical school training, Dr. Johnson developed an interest in Internal Medicine due to her desire to care for the whole patient. She attended Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, GA for intern and residency training. She decided to focus on Primary Care because of her love of the relationships formed between patients and families as a Primary Care Physician.

In her leisure time, Dr. Johnson enjoys spending time with her family, watching movies, singing, and being involved in her church. 

Himanshi Chopra, MD, is a Board-Certified Family Medicine Physician who holds special interest in preventative medicine, dermatology, women’s health, and outpatient procedures. She is trained in Nexplanon and IUD insertions, Botox ® for migraine injections, and neurotoxin and filler cosmetic injections. Dr. Chopra attended Purdue University for undergraduate education. She went on to earn her medical degree from International Medical University in St. Lucia. She completed and excelled in her Family Medicine Residency at McLaren Oakland Hospital in Michigan, where she was the Chief Resident of her program. During her Residency, Dr. Chopra was very active with the community, something she dedicates to the teachings of her father. She spearheaded many quality improvement projects, research projects, and patient education projects. As a result, Dr. Chopra was awarded the prestigious Graduate Medical Education Excellence Award by AAFP (American Academy of Family Physicians) in 2021. This award recognized her as one of the top 12 resident physicians in the country. She attributes this award to her educators and patients without whom she would not be able to apply her passion. Dr. Chopra is dedicated to caring for, educating, and comforting her patients. She likes to collaborate with her patients and encourages them to be an active participant in their health. Her vision is to help her patients live their healthiest life. Atlanta is home to Dr. Chopra and she is delighted to be back. She enjoys her private time with her husband, family and friends. She grew up as a competitive swimmer, rower, and fencer. Her interests include food, fitness, and furry animals.

 

 

Dr. Andrea Teodorovic is a board-certified family medicine physician dedicated to providing compassionate, whole-person care to individuals and families across all stages of life. Originally from Vršac, a town in the northern Serbian region of Vojvodina, Dr. Teodorovic comes from a four-generation family of physicians. Her commitment to building lifelong relationships with patients is rooted in this strong medical heritage and a deep understanding of the human experience.

Dr. Teodorovic earned her medical degree from the University of Belgrade Faculty of Medicine in Serbia, completing her studies in 2019. She continued her medical training in the United States through the Family Medicine Residency Program at St. Luke’s University Health Network in Allentown, Pennsylvania, where she served as Chief Resident. During her time at St. Luke’s, she led impactful community outreach initiatives, including free health screenings and patient-education workshops. Her leadership secured a $25,000 grant to support these community health efforts.

In addition to her medical credentials, Dr. Teodorovic holds certifications in Transactional Analysis and Emotional Intelligence, enhancing her ability to deliver empathetic and psychologically informed care. She is also certified in Nexplanon insertion, expanding her scope in women’s health.

Dr. Teodorovic speaks Serbian, Romanian, and English fluently, allowing her to connect with a diverse patient population. Outside of her clinical work, she is a trained pianist and solo vocalist, and enjoys expressing her creativity through drawing and painting. She cherishes time spent with her partner and their dog and embraces life’s simple pleasures—especially sharing good food and coffee with loved ones, a tradition close to her Balkan roots.

Dr. Bowman is a 1981 graduate of Indiana University School of Medicine, Medical University of South Carolina Pediatric Residency (1984), and Fellowship in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology (1987) from St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. During almost 20 years of caring for children with cancer, Dr. Bowman became interested in Eastern Medicine, and is certified in medical acupuncture (2010) through the Helms Medical Institute, UCLA. She is board certified in pediatric hematology/oncology, medical acupuncture, and addiction medicine. Combining her areas of expertise, she provides supportive medical, pediatric, oncology care and pain management. Dr. Bowman offers assessment and pharmacologic treatment of concentration disorders (ADD, ADHD) and substance use disorders (alcohol, opioid, stimulants, nicotine). She is credentialed to prescribe buprenorphine and Suboxone.

At Optimal Performance Medicine in Woodstock, Georgia, Michael Skardasis, MD, gained a reputation as the doctor that takes his patients off medicine. After spending more than 12 years at North Georgia Internal Medicine, Dr. Skardasis experienced the power that good nutrition has on changing a person’s health.

Dr. Skardasis opened Optimal Performance Medicine in 2018. At his practice, patients come first, and he provides individualized empathic care focused on creating health instead of treating sick.

Dr. Skardasis was born and raised in Atlanta. After earning his bachelor of science from the University of Georgia in Athens, he went on to the prestigious Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta for his medical degree. Initially, Dr. Skardasis set out to pursue a career as a surgeon, but after two years of surgical training, he switched gears to internal medicine. He completed his residency at Grady Memorial Hospital, which became like a second home.

To expand the depth of his medical knowledge, Dr. Skardasis also spent time at the Atlanta VA Medical Center, Emory University, and Emory University Midtown Hospital during his training, which he considers some of his fondest memories.

After completing his training, Dr. Skardasis spent time at the Kaufmann Clinic, working at both the Woodstock and Midtown locations, as well as North Georgia Internal Medicine. He also spent time working as a hospitalist at WellStar Kennestone Hospital in Marietta, Georgia.

Dr. Skardasis is on a mission to create healthy people and take them off medicine. To schedule an appointment with the experienced physician at Optimal Performance Medicine, call today or book online.

Ania Kirollos, WHNP-BC, is a board-certified Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner committed to providing compassionate, personalized care for women at Gyn-Care in Atlantic Station, Atlanta.

She earned both her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, where she discovered her passion for women’s health and decided to make it her lifelong focus.

Throughout her education and clinical career, Ania has gained experience in a wide range of women’s health specialties, including urogynecology, maternal-fetal medicine (high-risk pregnancy care), and general obstetrics and gynecology. Her diverse background enables her to support patients through all phases of life, from adolescence and pregnancy to menopause and beyond.

Originally from upstate New York, Ania relocated to Georgia to pursue her studies and enjoy a break from the cold winters. She’s proud to now serve women in her community with warmth, understanding, and a commitment to holistic care.

When she’s not in the clinic, Ania enjoys relaxing with her family and friends, watching reality TV, and spending time with her beloved dog, Artie.

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. Ned Okarter is a graduate of Rutgers Medical School of New Jersey and has been practicing medicine for the last fifteen years. Dr. Okarter has significant experience in hospital medicine and outpatient clinical medicine. In addition to his work in New York, New Jersey and Georgia, he continues to provide medical services overseas with Impact Life International during medical missions in the Caribbean and Africa.  Dr. Okarter is passionate about his patients and emphasizes the importance of preventative medicine. He is married with two daughters and is an avid sports fan.

Board-Certified Internal Medicine Physician
Founder & CEO – Midwest Wellness & Wound Care

Dr. Kinya Kamau, MD, is a Board-Certified Internal Medicine physician and the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Midwest Wellness & Wound Care, a physician-directed multi-state medical organization specializing in mobile wound care, chronic disease management, and telemedicine services.

With more than 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Kamau has dedicated her career to improving outcomes for medically complex patients through evidence-based care delivered directly at the bedside. Her work focuses on patients living with chronic wounds, diabetes, vascular disease, mobility limitations, and other conditions that interfere with healing.

Dr. Kamau leads a physician-directed wound care program that delivers advanced bedside wound management in skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, rehabilitation centers, and private residences across multiple states. Her model integrates Internal Medicine expertise, regulatory compliance, and structured clinical workflows to improve healing outcomes while supporting healthcare facilities with Medicare-aligned documentation.

Her mission is simple but powerful: provide compassionate, evidence-driven care that restores health, mobility, and dignity for patients living with chronic wounds.

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Professional Credentials

Dr. Kamau brings more than two decades of medical experience in Internal Medicine and complex chronic disease management. Her clinical background includes extensive experience caring for medically fragile adults in hospital, outpatient, and post-acute care settings.

She has dedicated much of her career to treating patients with:

• chronic wounds

• diabetes

• vascular disease

• renal dysfunction

• mobility limitations

These conditions frequently impair wound healing and require a comprehensive medical approach.

Dr. Kamau earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Nairobi, where she developed a strong academic foundation in internal medicine, complex disease management, and patient-centered clinical care.

She later completed her Internal Medicine residency at the University of Oklahoma, where she refined her expertise in diagnosing and managing complex medical conditions affecting adult patients.

Following residency, Dr. Kamau completed advanced fellowship training in nephrology, expanding her expertise in:

• kidney disease

• hypertension

• electrolyte disorders

• metabolic conditions

• systemic illnesses that influence wound healing

Dr. Kamau currently maintains active medical licenses in multiple U.S. states, allowing her to oversee physician-directed wound care services across diverse healthcare environments including:

• skilled nursing facilities

• assisted living communities

• rehabilitation centers

• private residences

Through Midwest Wellness & Wound Care, she leads a multi-state physician wound care program designed to deliver advanced bedside wound treatment while maintaining strict alignment with Medicare documentation standards and regulatory compliance requirements.

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Quick Credentials Summary

Board Certification
Internal Medicine

Medical School
University of Nairobi – Doctor of Medicine

Residency Training
Internal Medicine – University of Oklahoma

Fellowship Training
Nephrology- University of Oklahoma

Clinical Experience
20+ years in Internal Medicine and complex chronic disease management

Clinical Focus

• Mobile wound care

• Chronic wound management

• Diabetic wound care

• Pressure injury management

• Post-acute care medicine

Practice Model

Physician-directed mobile wound care and telemedicine services

Practice Leadership

Founder & CEO – Midwest Wellness & Wound Care

Practice Settings

• Skilled nursing facilities

• Assisted living communities

• Rehabilitation centers

• Private residences

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Medical Education and Training

Dr. Kamau earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Nairobi, where she developed a strong foundation in internal medicine, complex disease management, and patient-centered clinical care.

She later completed her Internal Medicine residency training at the University of Oklahoma, where she further refined her expertise in diagnosing and managing complex medical conditions affecting adult patients.

Internal Medicine training provides a comprehensive understanding of the interconnected systems that influence healing. Conditions such as:

• diabetes

• cardiovascular disease

• kidney dysfunction

• malnutrition

• vascular compromise

frequently contribute to delayed wound healing.

Dr. Kamau’s training enables her to evaluate wounds within the full medical context of the patient rather than focusing solely on the skin surface. This systemic perspective forms the foundation of her approach to chronic wound management.

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Board-Certified Internal Medicine Expertise

As a Board-Certified Internal Medicine physician, Dr. Kamau approaches wound care through the lens of whole-patient medicine.

Chronic wounds rarely exist in isolation. They often develop because of underlying physiologic dysfunction that impairs tissue repair.

Common systemic contributors include:

• diabetes and poor glycemic control

• peripheral vascular disease

• venous insufficiency

• cardiac disease

• renal impairment

• malnutrition

• neuropathy

• immobility

• medication side effects

• chronic inflammation

By addressing these root contributors alongside local wound treatment, Dr. Kamau’s approach improves healing potential and reduces the risk of complications such as infection, hospitalization, or limb loss.

This integrated medical strategy is a key differentiator between physician-directed wound care and fragmented treatment models that rely solely on topical wound management.

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Founder of Midwest Wellness & Wound Care

Dr. Kamau founded Midwest Wellness & Wound Care to address a critical gap in post-acute medicine.

Many patients with chronic wounds live in environments where transportation to specialty wound clinics is difficult or unsafe. Skilled nursing residents, assisted living residents, and homebound individuals often experience delays in wound evaluation simply because they cannot easily travel to outpatient facilities.

The mobile wound care model solves this problem by bringing advanced wound care directly to the patient.

Under Dr. Kamau’s leadership, Midwest Wellness & Wound Care provides physician-directed bedside wound care services that allow patients to receive specialized treatment in the environment where they live.

This model improves:

• access to care

• early wound detection

• treatment timeliness

• interdisciplinary communication

• patient comfort and safety

It also allows physicians to observe real-world factors affecting wound healing, including mobility limitations, pressure exposure, nutritional status, and environmental risks.

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Multi-State Medical Practice

Dr. Kamau currently holds active medical licenses in numerous states across the United States, allowing her organization to expand access to physician-directed wound care services across diverse regions.

States where Dr. Kamau is licensed in over 40 states. 

Operating across multiple states requires a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks, payer policies, and state medical board requirements.

Dr. Kamau’s leadership includes oversight of:

• multi-state physician licensing

• Medicare credentialing

• payer enrollment

• corporate practice of medicine compliance

• telemedicine regulations

• Medicare Administrative Contractor policy alignment

This regulatory fluency allows Midwest Wellness & Wound Care to expand safely while maintaining strict compliance with healthcare laws and reimbursement guidelines.

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Mobile Wound Care: Bringing Advanced Treatment to the Bedside

Mobile wound care represents a major advancement in how chronic wounds are treated.

Traditional wound care models rely heavily on outpatient clinics or hospital-based services, which can create barriers for medically fragile patients.

Dr. Kamau’s physician-directed mobile wound care model places advanced wound care directly at the bedside.

Patients may receive care in:

• skilled nursing facilities

• assisted living communities

• rehabilitation centers

• long-term care facilities

• private residences

By eliminating transportation barriers, patients receive faster evaluations and more consistent follow-up.

Early intervention is one of the most important factors influencing wound healing outcomes.

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Chronic Wounds Treated

Dr. Kamau’s clinical program manages a wide range of wound conditions commonly seen in post-acute medicine.

These include:

Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Neuropathy, vascular compromise, and metabolic dysfunction contribute to tissue breakdown.

Pressure Injuries
Prolonged pressure restricts blood flow and damages tissue.

Venous Leg Ulcers
Venous insufficiency and edema lead to chronic lower extremity wounds.

Arterial Ulcers
Poor arterial circulation limits oxygen delivery to tissues.

Post-Surgical Wounds
Incisions may fail to heal due to infection or systemic illness.

Traumatic Wounds
Skin tears and injuries are common in elderly populations.

Chronic Non-Healing Wounds
Persistent wounds require a comprehensive medical approach.

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Structured Wound Evaluation

Every wound evaluation follows a standardized clinical protocol that includes:

• precise wound location documentation

• wound length, width, and depth measurement

• tissue type identification

• exudate evaluation

• periwound assessment

• infection surveillance

• perfusion evaluation

• pressure offloading strategies

This structured methodology supports accurate monitoring of wound progression and Medicare-compliant documentation.

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Advanced Wound Treatment Modalities

Treatment plans are tailored to each patient and may include:

• conservative sharp debridement

• antimicrobial dressings

• moisture-balance therapy

• collagen-based wound matrices

• compression therapy

• edema management

• negative pressure wound therapy

• cellular and tissue-based products when appropriate

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Medicare-Aligned Documentation

Providing wound care in long-term care environments requires careful adherence to Medicare documentation standards.

Dr. Kamau’s program emphasizes:

• medical necessity documentation

• CPT coding accuracy

• ICD-10 diagnosis specificity

• Local Coverage Determination adherence

• wound progression documentation

• treatment response monitoring

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Telemedicine Services

In addition to mobile wound care, Dr. Kamau oversees telemedicine services that expand access to medical care.

Services may include:

• primary care consultations

• chronic disease follow-up

• medication management

• behavioral health support

• preventive care evaluations

Telehealth allows patients to receive ongoing medical support between in-person visits while maintaining continuity of care.

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Commitment to Patient-Centered Care

At the center of Dr. Kamau’s work is a commitment to improving the lives of patients living with chronic wounds and complex medical conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions About Wound Care Physicians

What does a wound care physician do?

A wound care physician specializes in diagnosing and treating chronic wounds such as diabetic foot ulcers, pressure injuries, venous leg ulcers, arterial ulcers, and non-healing surgical wounds. They provide advanced wound treatments, debridement procedures, and medical oversight to support healing.

When should someone see a wound care physician?

Patients should see a wound care physician when a wound does not improve after several weeks of standard treatment, or when conditions such as diabetes, vascular disease, or immobility increase the risk of delayed healing.

Can wound care physicians treat patients in nursing facilities?

Yes. Many wound care physicians provide bedside services in skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, rehabilitation centers, and private homes to ensure patients receive timely evaluation and treatment.