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Walid Elkhalili, MD, is an attentive and trusted internist and aesthetic physician serving Fair Lawn, New Jersey, and the surrounding areas at Apex Medical Professionals.

Dr. Elkhalili began his medical career at the American University of Antigua College of Medicine in the Caribbean, where he earned his doctorate in Medicine. He went on to complete a residency in internal medicine at New York Medical College before gaining certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He’s currently affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center, St. Joseph’s University Medical Center, and The Valley Hospital.

Dr. Elkhalili also has a background in research and frequently publishes in journals, such as the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. He was recently honored as a doctor of excellence by the Leading Physicians of the World organization.

At Apex Medical Professionals, Dr. Elkhalili works in collaboration with a physician to assess and address the needs and conditions of his patients, with fluency in English, Spanish, and Arabic. He places a high priority on preventive care, wellness strategies, and health education. Dr. Elkhalili looks forward to leading you down the path of wellness.

Dr. Ajay Agarwala, MD is a cardiology specialist with over 28 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Agarwala has extensive experience in Interventional Cardiac Procedures and Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from the UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA AT LINCOLN in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Newark Beth Israel Medical Center and Bayonne Medical Center.

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.

The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, is a medical practice with multiple locations: West Orange, East Orange, South Orange, Maplewood, Newark, Belleville, and Bloomfield, New Jersey. Led by a skilled team of physicians, nurses, and other medical professionals, the practice serves people aged 20 and older in person and virtually via telemedicine.

The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, offers specialty services, including cardiology, endocrinology, gynecology, internal medicine, neurology, podiatry, pulmonology, women’s wellness, pediatric endocrinology, nutrition, and sleep medicine. Patients with chronic diseases or general medicine concerns can turn to the highly trained experts at The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, for superior care.

The skilled medical team personalizes each treatment plan based on a patient’s medical needs, lifestyle, and desired outcomes.

Those with diabetes, foot or ankle issues, gynecology concerns, or heart, kidney, or lung diseases rely on The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, for exceptional care in a welcoming setting. Undergoing routine care reduces the risk of bothersome symptoms and severe medical complications. 

The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, team is friendly, providing top-notch patient-centered care using the latest advances in technology and research-backed treatments. They compassionately welcome new and existing patients to the practice.

Schedule an in-person or telehealth appointment at The Heart Center of the Oranges, PA, by phone or online today.

Igor Chernyavskiy, MD, is a top-ranked pulmonologist and sleep medicine specialist providing patients in Brooklyn, NY 11235 with one of the best and unparalleled levels of care for an array of acute and chronic lung conditions and diseases and sleep disorders.

Dr. Chernyavskiy earned his medical degree at Krasnoyarsk State Medical University in Russia, followed by a residency in internal medicine at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, NJ, and a fellowship in pulmonary care at the State University of New York (SUNY), Stony Brook.

He maintains active memberships in many medical societies including the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, the American Thoracic Society, and the American Medical Association, and is board-certified by the American Board of Sleep Medicine and by the American Board of Internal Medicine in critical care, pulmonary disease, and sleep medicine. In addition to seeing patients at his private practice, Dr. Chernyavskiy maintains hospital affiliations with Stony Brook University Medical Center and the VA Medical Center in Northport.

Dr. Chernyavskiy welcomes new patients and accepts most major insurance plans. He speaks both English and Russian.

Ola Akinboboye, MD, MBH, MBA, is the renowned cardiologist at Laurelton Heart Specialists located in the Rosedale neighborhood of Queens in New York City. Dr. Akinboboye takes a comprehensive and integrative approach to cardiac care, utilizing state-of-the-art tools and techniques to assist with diagnosis and treatment, but always emphasizing the importance of diet and exercise when it comes to heart health.

After receiving his Doctor of Medicine at the College of Medicine at the University of Ibadan in Nigeria, Dr. Akinboboye relocated to the United States to complete his internal medicine residency and part of his cardiology fellowship at the Nassau County Medical Center, State University of New York (SUNY) at Stony Brook. 

Dr. Akinboboye completed his cardiology fellowship training at the prestigious Columbia University in New York City, which included one year devoted to nuclear cardiology and one year to advanced echocardiography. He is board-certified in cardiology, nuclear cardiology, sleep medicine, and internal medicine. Dr. Akinboboye is also an expert in Cardiac Amyloidosis Treatment.

Dedicated to improving his knowledge, Dr. Akinboboye went on to earn master’s degrees in public health and business administration at Columbia University. He’s also an accomplished clinician, teacher, and researcher with more than 100 scientific publications in the fields of hypertension, diabetes, and heart imaging.

Dr. Akinboboye’s dedication to medicine and his patients hasn’t gone unnoticed; he’s received numerous awards and recognitions throughout his career, including selection by Castle Connolly for inclusion in the prestigious Top Doctors: New York Metro Area - 9th Edition, and by the Network Journal as one of the Best Black Doctors in the New York tri-state area. 

Dr. Akinboboye also received a humanitarian award from the College of Medicine at the University of Ibadan in Nigeria for his ongoing efforts to spread expertise in the techniques of cardiopulmonary resuscitation in Nigeria. 

Compassionate about his profession and his patients, Dr. Akinboboye is thorough and knowledgeable and goes above and beyond for his patients.

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.

Lurline P Stona is a Family Nurse Practitioner specialist in Garden City New York. She graduated with honors from The Down State University medical Center of Brooklyn in 2001. She has over 21 years of diverse experiences in Family practice and Womens Health.

NP Stona has worked at several Medical Practices, including MS Family Health in Garden City, New York, Hillside Polymedic Diagnostic and treatment Center, Delmont Health Care and Northwell Health System where she currently has Hospital affiliation.

Certifications:

- Masters in Nursing, MSN (Down State University Medical Center, Brooklyn New York)

- Bachelor of Science in Nursing, BSN (Down State University Medical center, Brooklyn New York)

- Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, FNP-BC, (Down State University Medical Center, Brooklyn New York)

- Board Certification (American Nurse credentialing center, ANCC)

- Perinatal Board certification (ANCC)

- Certified Medical Examiner, US Department of Transportation National Registry (To certify drivers for DOT physicals)

- BLS, ACLS, Neonatal Resuscitation Certification, and External fetal monitoring (EFM -C)

- New York State DEA

In addition to her busy schedule, she still finds time to be active in several committees at Northwell Forest Hills Hospital. She participates in the activities geared at the renewal of the coveted designation of "baby Friendly 04/2017". She works with the organizers in the application for Magnet Status designation.

NP Stona goes above and beyond in the care of her patients. She was recently doing an Immigration Physical exam on a new patient to the facility. While obtaining the patient's medical history, she found out that the patient had several life-threatening Allergens, some of which had a potential for adverse reactions with some of the medications that she was already taking. She advised the patient to avoid such allergens and prescribed an Epi pen to be used in the event of a life -threatening Allergic reaction. The patient was impressed with the experience that the visit was only for Immigration purposes yet she learnt a lot about her allergens and realized how it impacted her medications and lifestyle in general. The patient queried if NP Stona was in network with her insurance because she would follow up with herfor primary care.

Mary Alaina Burbage graduated with a Master of Science Nurse Practitioner degree from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Nursing from Georgetown University. She has been working in primary care as a family NP since 2016. Before that, she was an RN at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Her patient care philosophy is founded on the Jesuit ideal of cura personalis, caring for the whole person. She is passionate about primary care and the importance of preventative medicine to help keep you healthy. She originally went into nursing with dreams of working in Africa and has done several medical and community volunteer trips including to Tanzania, Zambia, South Africa, Peru, and Guatemala. In her free time, she enjoys taking walks with her family and adorable rescue dog Sasha, traveling, and yoga.

Michele Reed, DO, FAAFP, is a board-certified family medicine physician, public speaker, and best-selling author. She serves as the owner/medical director of MS Family Medicine Health Care, P.C., a holistic practice that is located in Garden City, Long Island. Recently, Dr. Michele was appointed as the first Health and Wellness Ambassador for Discover Long Island. Her debut book “Mentally Fit, Physically Strong: The FitDoc’s Guide to Real Life, Real Fitness, Real Health” was released May 2017 and became a bestseller on Amazon in June 2017.

Dr. Michele received her undergraduate degree from the State University of New York at Stony Brook and her medical degree from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. She also serves as the School District Physician for the Malverne and Roosevelt School Districts in Nassau County, NY. Dr. Michele remains committed to serving her community and also serves as the community Medical Director for The Congregational Church of South Hempstead. One of her greatest accomplishments was completing The NYC Marathon in the fall of 2015. Since then, she has completed the Chicago Marathon (Oct 2016) and has challenged herself to run half-marathons in all 50 states.

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.

Byoung Yang, MD, is the experienced physician and wound care specialist at BY Wound Care Internal Medicine in White Plains, New York, where he provides cutting-edge medicine with old-school care. Dr. Yang understands how difficult it is for patients to make decisions about their health care, and spends the time necessary educating his patients so they can make the most informed decisions about their health and medical needs. 

After earning his medical degree at Chonbuk National University School of Medicine in Chonbuk, South Korea, where he graduated in the top 10% of his class, Dr. Yang completed his internship at the National Police Hospital in Seoul, South Korea. He then relocated to the United States to continue his residency training in Internal Medicine at Mt. Vernon Hospital, New York, while also receiving his Pathology residency training at New York Medical College. 

During his internal medicine residency, Dr. Yang was fortunate to train under renowned wound care specialist Jorge Beale, MD. He then completed his fellowship training in wound care and hyperbaric medicine at the esteemed Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. 

Dedicated to his profession and medical specialty, Dr. Yang is a frequent speaker at local and national wound care meetings. He was the second-place winner of the 2007 Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society President Award for research in stem cells in hyperbaric oxygen. 

Dr. Yang holds board certifications from the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society and the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is an affiliated physician with White Plains Hospital.

Dr. Yang is a classical pianist and painter.