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Jessica Taff, MD, is a triple board-certified Hematologist, Medical Oncologist, and Internist.  Through her leadership role at Coastal Hematology & Oncology Center, Dr. Taff is honored to serve the communities of Toms River and Forked River, New Jersey, where she was born and raised. 

Education has always played a central role in Dr. Taff’s life. She earned her undergraduate and medical degrees at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. Dr. Taff went on to complete her residency at New York University Langone Medical Center in New York City, where she was selected to serve as Chief Resident in Internal Medicine. She also completed a Fellowship in Hematology and Oncology at NYU Langone Medical Center, and was again selected to serve as Chief Fellow for Hematology/Oncology. 

While there, Dr. Taff was named Fellow of the Year, and selected to participate in the highly competitive research Conference  ASCO/AACR Workshop in Methods in Clinical Cancer Research in Vail, Colorado, and worked the Bone Marrow Transplant Unit at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York, NY. Through her extensive research experience helping to develop new and improved cancer treatments, she trained with many of the nation’s top Hematology and Oncology physicians. 

Dr. Taff is passionate about cancer research and has presented her work at numerous national and international medical conferences and symposia. As advancements in research and medical technology forge ahead, Dr. Taff is excited to remain on the cutting-edge of cancer treatment. 

In addition to being well-published in the field of oncology, Dr. Taff prioritizes an outstanding bedside manner. She is warm and personable, takes the time to get to know the patients in her care, and is accessible at all times.

Working through a cancer diagnosis and treatment path is stressful and can be frightening. Dr. Taff understands the emotional component of cancer care and strives to help her patients understand what to expect and how to incorporate self-care into their treatment journey. She firmly believes that successful care treats the whole person, not just the immediate symptoms of the disease. Further, Dr. Taff recognizes that patient priorities in treatment may differ, and she is happy to incorporate complementary and alternative medicine when appropriate. She is also fluent in Spanish and welcomes the opportunity to provide multilingual care in her practice. 

Dr. Taff is affiliated with RWJ Barnabas Health and the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, the only hospital in New Jersey designated as a Comprehensive Cancer Center by the National Cancer Institute. This affiliation ensures her patients have access to outstanding subspecialized services and unique treatment opportunities in a location that is close to home. 

Inderjit Singh Kainth, MD, is an Internist, Primary Care Physician and General Practitioner, and owner of Brunswick Internal Medicine Group PC, with locations in South Brunswick, Kendall Park and Metuchen, New Jersey.  Dr. Kainth is affiliated with University of Medicine and Dentistry, Robert Wood University Hospital, Princeton University Hospital, Raritan Bay Medical Center and JFK Medical Center. Dr. Kainth has been named a 2017 Top Doctor in New Jersey.

Dr. Inderjit Singh Kainth is a very experienced internist, who has been in practice for more than two decades. His career in medicine started in 1992 when he graduated from the University College of Medical Sciences, Delhi, India. After moving to the United States, he completed his internship at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey's Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick, New Jersey. He then completed residencies at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, New Jersey, and at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Dr. Kainth is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, and diagnoses and treats a diverse range of conditions for his patients of all ages. Conditions treated by him include Diabetes Mellitus, Hypertension, Cholesterol, Arthritis, Heart, Lung, Kidney, Intestinal, Urinary, Back pain, Osteoporosis, Obesity, Allergies and Skin conditions, STD Screening, and Psychiatric Conditions including Depression and Anxiety Disorders. He also provides a comprehensive range of medical examinations including Job and School Physicals, and administers vaccination including flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Dr. Inderjit Singh Kainth, MD, offers not only expert internal medicine services but also advanced Med Spa treatments to enhance your aesthetic health. Specializing in Hair Restoration, Skin Rejuvenation, and Laser Hair Removal/Reduction, Dr. Kainth provides personalized care for patients seeking to address fine lines and wrinkles or improve overall skin appearance. These services, combined with his extensive experience, make him a trusted name in both primary care and aesthetic treatments.

Dr. Kainth is renowned for his patient-centric approach to medicine, always taking his time to talk to patients about their conditions and possible treatments. This praiseworthy philosophy makes Dr. Inderjit Singh Kainth a very worthy winner of a 2017 Top Doctor Award.

Hitesh Patel, MD is a board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine and obesity medicine. He provides expert, compassionate primary care at Premier Healthcare Associates, PC, conveniently located in a state-of-the-art facility near Ocean University Medical Center (OUMC), part of Hackensack Meridian Health, in Brick, New Jersey. 

Dr. Patel offers a wide range of services, including the diagnosis and management of chronic conditions such as thyroid disorders, heart disease, diabetes, COPD, and mental health conditions. His practice also provides preventive care, comprehensive physical exams, medical weight loss programs, and aesthetic treatments like TempSure® Envi for skin tightening. To enhance patient care, the office uses a modern electronic medical records system, and most prescriptions are sent electronically for convenience and efficiency.

Dr. Patel completed his undergraduate studies at Loyola University Chicago, earning a double major in chemistry and biology. He was awarded the Loyola University Presidential Scholarship (a tuition merit scholarship), was a national member of the Pre-Medical Honor Society, and consistently made the Dean’s List. He earned his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine in 2000, with extensive training across specialties including nephrology, urology, gastroenterology, cardiology, psychiatry, neurology, pulmonology, critical care, surgery, and infectious disease.

His postgraduate training in internal medicine included residencies at West Suburban Hospital in Oak Park, Illinois, and St. Vincent’s Catholic Medical Center in Queens, New York, affiliated with New York Medical College. Following his training, Dr. Patel served as both a staff and attending teaching physician. He was Associate Director of the Transitional Year Residency Program at Ocean University Medical Center, Clinical Site Director for Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine, and currently serves as Chairman of Medicine at Ocean University Medical Center, where he leads academic and clinical efforts within the department.

Dr. Patel also served as a physician for Monmouth and Middlesex County Correctional Facilities, providing care in challenging and high-security environments. In addition, he worked as an occupational physician for Continental Airlines at Newark International Airport. Before founding his private practice in Brick in 2006, he practiced medicine in both the Bronx, New York, and Manhasset, Long Island, gaining extensive experience in diverse clinical settings.

Dr. Patel is an active member of the American Medical Association, the American College of Physicians, and the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin. He is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi. Outside of work, he enjoys spending quality time with his family and pursuing personal interests such as yoga, biking, hiking, and traveling.

Jessica Taff, MD, is a triple board-certified Hematologist, Medical Oncologist, and Internist.  Through her leadership role at Coastal Hematology & Oncology Center, Dr. Taff is honored to serve the communities of Toms River and Forked River, New Jersey, where she was born and raised. 

Education has always played a central role in Dr. Taff’s life. She earned her undergraduate and medical degrees at Georgetown University in Washington, DC. Dr. Taff went on to complete her residency at New York University Langone Medical Center in New York City, where she was selected to serve as Chief Resident in Internal Medicine. She also completed a Fellowship in Hematology and Oncology at NYU Langone Medical Center, and was again selected to serve as Chief Fellow for Hematology/Oncology. 

While there, Dr. Taff was named Fellow of the Year, and selected to participate in the highly competitive research Conference  ASCO/AACR Workshop in Methods in Clinical Cancer Research in Vail, Colorado, and worked the Bone Marrow Transplant Unit at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York, NY. Through her extensive research experience helping to develop new and improved cancer treatments, she trained with many of the nation’s top Hematology and Oncology physicians. 

Dr. Taff is passionate about cancer research and has presented her work at numerous national and international medical conferences and symposia. As advancements in research and medical technology forge ahead, Dr. Taff is excited to remain on the cutting-edge of cancer treatment. 

In addition to being well-published in the field of oncology, Dr. Taff prioritizes an outstanding bedside manner. She is warm and personable, takes the time to get to know the patients in her care, and is accessible at all times.

Working through a cancer diagnosis and treatment path is stressful and can be frightening. Dr. Taff understands the emotional component of cancer care and strives to help her patients understand what to expect and how to incorporate self-care into their treatment journey. She firmly believes that successful care treats the whole person, not just the immediate symptoms of the disease. Further, Dr. Taff recognizes that patient priorities in treatment may differ, and she is happy to incorporate complementary and alternative medicine when appropriate. She is also fluent in Spanish and welcomes the opportunity to provide multilingual care in her practice. 

Dr. Taff is affiliated with RWJ Barnabas Health and the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, the only hospital in New Jersey designated as a Comprehensive Cancer Center by the National Cancer Institute. This affiliation ensures her patients have access to outstanding subspecialized services and unique treatment opportunities in a location that is close to home. 

Maitri Patel, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine and aesthetics physician at PrudentMD in Iselin, New Jersey. She specializes in cosmetic procedures, internal medicine, laser hair removal, and much more. She’s also an expert in primary care services, including preventive health, chronic disease management, medical weight loss, and women’s health.

Dr. Patal received her medical training at the Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda in Vadodara, India, at the Muhlenberg Regional Medical Center in Plainfield, and the Robertwood Johnson Medical Center in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Dr. Patel is certified in laser hair removal, Botox®, dermal fillers, micro-needling, PRP (platelet rich plasma treatment), IV therapies and other cosmetic treatments. She has special interest in alternative therapies and continues to learn. She has helped many using such alternative therapies. She believes lifestyle changes and often alternative therapies make a bigger difference than allopathy alone. 

She has served for many years as an adult medicine physician at the Plainfield Community Health Center in Plainfield, New Jersey, the Tuberculosis Clinic of Union Counties in Elizabeth, New Jersey, and many other urgent care centers throughout New Jersey.

She also worked as a supervising physician for cardiac emergencies and nuclear cardiac stress tests before founding PrudentMD. Dr. Patel is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

She is a HealthGrades Recognized Physician and was featured in the Top Internal Medicine Physicians list by the Consumer Research Council of America. Dr. Patel won the Patients’ Choice Award, On-Time Doctor Award, and Compassionate Doctor Recognition. She is listed among The Leading Physicians of the World and was voted America’s Most Compassionate Doctor.

Dr. Patel enjoys helping her patients look better, feel better, and achieve the highest quality of life possible. She speaks English, Hindi, and Gujarati. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends.

Dr. Patel warmly welcomes her patients to PrudentMD and looks forward to exceeding their expectations.

Certifications

Board-certified in adult and pediatric allergy and immunology, Peter Benincasa, MD, proudly serves the communities of Clark, Garfield, and Clifton, New Jersey. As one of the expert providers of Consultants in Asthma, Allergy and Immunology, Dr. Benincasa dedicates himself to providing patients of all ages with excellent medical care.

Dr. Benincasa earned his medical degree from the University of Naples Federico II School of Medicine in Naples, Italy. Then he relocated to the United States to complete his internship and medical residency in adult and pediatric immunology at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey.

During his training, Dr. Benincasa was named chief medical resident at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in Newark, New Jersey.  He has served as clinical assistant professor in the division of allergy and immunology at UMDNJ teaching internists and pediatricians who wish to specialize in allergy and immunology. Dr. Benincasa stays current on emerging research and medical developments

His commitment to excellence in the field of allergy and immunology has remained strong throughout his years of service.

Kenilworth Primary Care is a thriving internal medicine and clinical lipidology practice led by Bhavani Jeereddy, MD. Offering a wide range of services to residents of Kenilworth, New Jersey, and the surrounding region, Kenilworth Primary Care has earned a reputation of excellence. 

The practice offers a range of services to cover the full spectrum of internal medicine needs. From advanced diagnostics to treatment for acute illness or management of chronic disease, Kenilworth Primary Care is equipped to meet and exceed patient needs. 

Dr. Jeereddy has gone to great lengths to assemble an outstanding team of medical support and administrative professionals. Team members share a dedication to providing excellent care on a personal level. Rest assured, however, that your primary care is always delivered directly by Dr. Jeereddy, not a physician assistant or another paraprofessional. 

The practice offers some of the latest medical technology on the market, creating opportunities for patients to achieve optimal health and wellness. From ankle-brachial index testing to spirometry, cryoprobe, and electrocardiograms, to advanced aesthetic laser treatments, the practice is fully equipped to meet a wide range of needs. 

Patient education is also a critical part of the process. Dr. Jeereddy works with patients one-on-one to help them build the skills and knowledge needed to play an active role in their own health journey. The ability to empower others is among the most exciting aspects of medical practice and an area where Dr. Jeereddy excels. Dr Jeereddy has certifications in Clinical Lipidology  with in depth knowlege on lipid management. She is also certified by American Board of Obesity medicine recently with  wider knowledge of treating the obesity and  the risk factors.

Kenilworth Primary Care is now accepting new patients. Residents of Kenilworth, New Jersey, and the surrounding area are invited to come and meet with Dr. Jeereddy and her team to learn more about her unique approach to health and wellness.

Dr. Myriam Sterlin is a double-board-certified internal medicine and infectious disease physician at The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, who sees patients at the West Orange, Maplewood, and South Orange offices.  

Dr. Sterlin studied at Université d'État d'Haïti, Faculté de Médecine et de Pharmacie in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, earning her medical degree. After graduation, she completed two internal medicine residencies: the first at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center and the second at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ), both in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Sterlin also completed an infectious disease fellowship at UMDNJ.  

Dr. Sterlin diagnoses and treats acute and chronic health problems, but she has a special interest in allied illnesses and infectious diseases. Dr. Sterlin is especially knowledgeable in the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). 

Dr. Sterlin is board-certified in internal medicine and infectious diseases by the American Board of Internal Medicine. She’s also a member of the American Academy of HIV Medicine (AAHIVM) and the Association of Haitian Physicians Abroad.

At The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, Dr. Sterlin loves getting to know her patients. She speaks four languages fluently ––English, French, Creole, and Spanish ––– allowing her to confidently communicate across several different cultures. 

Dr. Sterlin believes better health starts with preventive and primary care. She welcomes new and returning patients to The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA.

Gitendra Rajiyah, MD, is a double-board-certified internal medicine physician and cardiologist at The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, serving patients at the East Orange, New Jersey, office on Evergreen Place. The practice also has offices in West Orange, South Orange, Maplewood, Newark, and Bloomfield, New Jersey. 

Dr. Rajiyah studied at the University of Colombo, Sri Lanka, earning his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS). He then spent several years gaining experience in internal medicine, surgery, obstetrics, gynecology, neurology, geriatrics, and psychology.

In 1988, Dr. Rajiyah enrolled at the University of London in the United Kingdom and completed an internal medicine and psychiatry fellowship at the University College Hospital. He moved to the United States the following year and completed an internal medicine residency at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) in Newark.

Dr. Rajiyah also spent one year as a dedicated researcher under the guidance of Timothy Reagan, MD, chairman of the Division of Cardiology at New Jersey Medical School (NJMS) Rutgers Health. He also completed a cardiology fellowship, serving patients at several hospitals throughout New Jersey. 

Dr. Rajiyah is board-certified in cardiology and internal medicine and is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC). He’s also a member of several professional organizations, including the American College of Physicians, the American Medical Association, the British Medical Association, and the Sri Lanka Medical Association. 

While Dr. Rajiyah specializes in internal medicine and cardiology, he also has a special interest in gastroenterology. He is very active in the New Jersey medical community and serves on the Critical Care Committee at East Orange General Hospital and served as chief of cardiology there between 2005-2009.

Dr. Rajiyah looks forward to welcoming new and returning patients to The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA.

Adults, children, and teens, who need mental health care have the opportunity to receive counseling services offered at G & P Connections 2 Wellness LLC in Yardley, Pennsylvania. Licensed mental health counselor Gerri M. Parrish, LPC, CAADC, provides the behavioral health needed to help people improve their quality of life. 

Gerri M. Parrish, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor, CAADC, (Certified Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor) provides support to build connection as a therapeutic foundation. This provides the ability to increase cognitive and emotional skills, coping strategies and help individuals to reduce symptoms, all which can “promote emotional health, instill hope & inspire a healthier sense of well-being.”

Gerri, graduated from Union Institute University/Vermont College in Montpelier, Vermont, with a master’s degree in psychology counseling and has her undergraduate degree in business with a concentration in accounting. Her master’s externship experience was at Friends Psychiatric Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. At Friends, Gerri conducted research “A Correlative Study on Adolescent Behavior & Family Support,” as part of her master’s thesis; with findings that attachment may link family counseling for potentially effective interventions and treatment.   

Gerri’s effortful learning, life experience and nineteen plus years of professional counseling experience is reflected in a variety of clinical approaches and individualized treatment modalities to help individuals of all ages to overcome challenges. 

G&P practice welcomes persons struggling with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), addiction, anxiety, and depression, while dealing with trauma and assist to overcome stressors and daily life issues increased or resulting from covid and the pandemic.  Gerri guides individuals through life transitions and those struggling with family relational dynamics or couples looking to improve and strengthen their relationship.  

Gerri uses an approach with each client to develop treatment goals, interventions, and stage of recovery. Every person receives a customized counseling experience that includes attention for most mental health issues, mindfulness, and body-mind relationship. Gerri may use, evidence-based screens, self-report scales and collaborate with other professionals if needed to create a comprehensive therapeutic treatment experience.

Contact Gerri at G & P Connections 2 Wellness to help you decide if working together could potentially be a good fit to help you get the support you and or your family need. by use of this website to reach out.