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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.

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.

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.

Maged Boutros, MD, is the Medical Director and CEO of Je Lu Ja MedSpa and weight loss center in Ridgewood and Clifton, New Jersey. 

Dr. Boutros is fully certified and credentialed in advanced laser treatment of hair reduction using the latest technology, facial resurfacing, acne, rosacea, and PRP facials, PRP hair, facial veins, and scarring. In addition, he holds certificates for advanced laser liposuction.

Dr. Boutros is also skilled in body contouring and focuses on all aspects of the skin and body using diagnostic and cosmetic approaches. 

At present, he offers body contouring injections with cavitation and mesotherapy, radiofrequency microneedling, Morpheus8, soprano ICE platinum laser hair removal, cutera xeo® with laser genesis, pearl fractional, IPL facials, peels, BHRT, and weight loss.

Internal medicine and aesthetic medicine specialist Dr. Boutros is best known for his professional honesty, warm personality, and generous contributions to the community.

He cares deeply about every patient he encounters. He has a broad history of traditional medical experience dealing with the vast complexities of medical decision-making. He has a passion for treating the whole person, inside and out.

Dr. Boutros is affiliated with the American Academy of Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS), the American Academy of Anti-Aging (A4M), the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS), and the Obesity Medical Society.

At Je Lu Ja MedSpa and weight loss center, Dr. Boutros prides himself in providing clients with the best the industry has to offer. He warmly welcomes all patients into the practice and looks forward to serving them.

Hari Polavarapu, MD, is a board-certified Internal Medicine and Primary Care provider at Tru Medical Management. Dr. Polavarapu, who also goes by “Dr. P,” sees patients at both practice locations in the Navy Hill and Williamsburg neighborhoods of Brooklyn, New York. He provides all his patients with outstanding conservative and preventive care.

 

Dr. Polavarapu is the founder of Tru Medical Management — a modern, comfort-driven primary care practice. Growing up in a medical family in India with philanthropic roots, Dr. Polavarapu has planted the seed to expand the goal of primary care, advance the medical care model, and improve access to health services.

 

His mission is to create a positive experience and inclusive environment for all patients. Tru Medical Management is dedicated to fulfilling the vision of high-quality, patient-centered primary care because they believe that better is possible.

 

Get started with Tru Medical Management today. Call the office to schedule your consultation or appointment. Online booking is also available and is fast and easy.

Dr. Henry Siu earned his Medical Degree from the Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education/SUNY Downstate Medical Center. He completed his post-graduated training in Internal Medicine at Yale New Haven Hospital, and Cardiology/Interventional Cardiology Fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. 

Dr. Siu has expertise in general cardiology, multi-modality cardiac imaging, and vascular imaging. As an interventional cardiologist, Dr. Siu is highly skilled in cardiac catheterizations and peripheral vascular interventions, and management of complex coronary/valvular heart disease. He has proven experience in private practice and in the academic setting, with focus on providing the highest quality care and most up-to-date diagnostic and treatment strategies. In his free time, Dr. Siu enjoys exercising and playing the piano. Dr. Siu speaks Cantonese, Mandarin, and English.

 

 

Dr. David Lau received his Medical Degree and PhD degree in Physiology and Biophysics from NYU School of Medicine.   He completed his entire clinical training in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, and Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology at Columbia University - Presbyterian Medical Center.   Dr. Lau specializes in general cardiology and is an expert at the diagnosis of electrophysiological disorders and management after pacemaker, defibrillator, and remote cardiac monitor implantation.   Dr. Lau has presented his research at national meetings and published extensively in the area of electrophysiology.   He has a particular interest in the management of syncope and palpitations.   Dr. Lau is multi-board certified in Internal Medicine, Echocardiography, Cardiovascular Diseases, and Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology and is Registered in Vascular Interpretations.

Jennifer Chen, MD, FACC, is a board-certified cardiologist specializing in internal medicine, echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, and cardiovascular diseases at Chinatown Cardiology, PC, in the Chinatown section of New York City and Brooklyn and Flushing, New York. Dr. Chen earned her undergraduate degree at the University of California, Berkeley. She then went on to complete her medical training at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in The Bronx, New York. She performed her residency at Mount Sinai Beth Israel and her fellowship at Lenox Hill Hospital. 

Dr. Chen only employs the latest technology to provide accurate diagnoses and up-to-date treatments. She utilizes cutting-edge imaging techniques to detect cardiovascular diseases. However, she is also skilled at using methods that have proven effective in the past, such as the exercise treadmill stress test, nuclear myocardial perfusion scans, and peripheral vascular duplex. Dr. Chen has received additional training as a vein specialist and performs radiofrequency ablation within the facility.  

Dr. Chen is committed to helping patients receive the care and attention they need. By combining the latest technology with her knowledge and pleasant demeanor, she can make patients feel confident that they are in the best care possible. To receive professional attention for any issue concerning the heart, make an appointment with Dr. Chen online or by phone today.

Dr. Jacqueline Chan received her Medical Degree from New York Medical College.   She completed her Internal Medicine residency in addition to a chief resident year at the former St. Vincent’s Catholic Medical Center.   Dr. Chan began her Cardiovascular Disease fellowship at St.   Vincent’s Catholic Medical Center and transitioned to New York Methodist Hospital to complete her clinical training.   She is proficient in exercise treadmill stress test, echocardiography, nuclear myocardial perfusion scan, and peripheral vascular duplex.   Dr. Chan completed training as a vein specialist and performs radiofrequency venous ablation in our ambulatory procedure lab.  Currently, she is the Medical Director of Echocardiography and Vascular Imaging for our accredited ICAEL and ACR facility.  Dr. Chan is multi-board certified in Internal Medicine, Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, and Cardiovascular Diseases.

Tak Kwan, MD, FAHA, FACC, FACP, FSCAI, is a board-certified and internationally renowned cardiologist at Chinatown Cardiology, PC, in the Chinatown and Upper West Side areas of New York City, Brooklyn and Flushing, New York. Chief of Cardiology, Lenox Hill Greenwich Village, Northwell Health, Director, Asian Practice Initiatives at Lenox Hill Hospital, Clinical Professor of Medicine/Cardiology, Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, and President, Chinatown Cardiology, P.C. Dr. Kwan earned his medical degree and completed his residency at the State University of New York Downstate Medical Center. For the past 20 years, Dr. Kwan has been an active member within the Chinese community. He served as the president of the Chinese-American Medical Society. He then went on to establish Chinatown Cardiology in order to assist those in the neighborhood. Due to his generous donations and charitable services for the community, Dr. Kwan was awarded the Ellis Island Medal of Honor in 2010.

Dr. Kwan is now the interventional cardiology director at Mount Sinai West, the catheterization laboratory co-director at Mount Sinai Beth Israel, and the affiliate medical director of international services at Mount Sinai Health. He is affiliated with Mount Sinai Beth Israel, serving as a professor at the Icahn School of Medicine, the executive director of Asian services, and the site program director of interventional cardiology. Besides being directly involved in patient care, Dr. Kwan is also an active participant in clinical research.

Dr. Kwan is recognized internationally as an expert in general and interventional cardiology. Not only is he incredibly skilled, but he is also a pioneer in transradial cardiac catheterization, complex percutaneous coronary intervention, structural heart intervention, and transpedal lower extremity peripheral catheterization. Dr. Kwan is committed to providing only the best treatment available to his patients. Whether the patient is seeking treatment for routine heart disorders or is suffering from more complex symptoms, Dr. Kwan has the experience and skills necessary to ensure that the proper care and attention are provided to every patient at Chinatown Cardiology.

For a highly skilled and knowledgeable cardiologist, make an appointment with Dr. Kwan either online or by phone today.

 

Arsalan Rehmani, MD, FACC, FSCAI is an Interventional and General Cardiologist at Chinatown Cardiology P.C. Dr. Rehmani completed his residency at BronxCare Health System followed by subspecialty fellowships in cardiology and interventional cardiology at Mount Sinai Morningside Hospital. He is board-certified in multiple subspecialties including Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology, Adult Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, Endovascular Medicine, and Cardiac CT.



Dr. Rehmani accepts new patients, and he currently provides consultations at various locations in New York City, including the Upper West Side and Chinatown in Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, and the Bronx. Dr. Rehmani is multilingual, being fluent in English, Urdu, Hindi, Russian, and Ukrainian.

Michael Liou, MD, FACC, FSCAI, is a skilled, board certified interventional cardiologist practicing at Chinatown Cardiology P.C., which has locations in Flushing, Brooklyn, Chinatown, and the Upper West Side of Manhattan. 

Dr. Liou earned his medical degree from SUNY Stony Brook School of Medicine after completing the prestigious Sophie Davis Biomedical Education Program at CUNY City College. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at NYU Langone Medical Center and performed his fellowship training in cardiovascular disease at Beth Israel Medical Center (now known as Mount Sinai Beth Israel) and returned to NYU Langone Medical Center for his advanced interventional cardiology subspecialty fellowship. 

Although he provides care for all cardiovascular conditions, Dr. Liou’s clinical expertise is in performing transradial cardiac catheterization, peripheral endovascular intervention, percutaneous mitral & aortic valvuloplasty, and ASD/PFO closure. He continues to participate in clinical research with a special focus on cardiovascular diseases affecting Asian Americans. 

Dr. Liou is multi-board certified in cardiovascular diseases, echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, and interventional cardiology.

I am clinician with active listening skills & broad speciality background has developed skills of taking challenging cases. I am also board certified pediatrician & spent years in training & active practice. All patients are important to me and my staff and we try to deliver best service possible. we try to spend approperiate time to all patient s to fullfill their needs.

Priscilla Chow, MD, is a board-certified physician specializing in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. She provides expert care to patients at TruDoc Medical LLC in Clifton, New Jersey. With a strong focus on improving respiratory health, Dr. Chow brings extensive expertise in diagnosing and managing a wide range of complex lung and breathing conditions.

She earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine. Following medical school, Dr. Chow completed an Internal Medicine Residency and advanced her training with a Fellowship in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine. Her comprehensive training has equipped her to treat conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, interstitial lung disease, pulmonary hypertension, and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS).

Dr. Chow takes a personalized approach to care, prioritizing open communication and collaboration with patients to develop tailored treatment plans. Whether managing long-term respiratory conditions or providing critical care in intensive settings, she is passionate about supporting patients through every stage of their health journey.

With a reputation for attentive, expert care, Dr. Chow looks forward to helping patients breathe easier and achieve better lung health.

Dr. Timothy Jayasundera and his colleague Dr. Marsha Wesley provide a variety of medical services to their patients from offices located in Ozone Park, Brooklyn, and Manhattan, New York. Services range from primary care, annual wellness checkups, and regular health screenings to specialist treatment for cardiovascular issues such as hypertension, high cholesterol, chest pain and shortness of breath.

Dr. Jayasundera completed his medical degree at Ross University School of Medicine and his internship in internal medicine at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. He went on to complete his residency at Georgetown University and fellowships in Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology at Drexel University and Mount Sinai Hospital, respectively. Dr. Wesley  completed her medical degree at State University of New York (SUNY) Buffalo School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.

Drs. Jayasundera and Welsey are all dedicated to providing the highest quality care to their patients. They offer a warm caring environment to make their patients feel comfortable. The doctors take pride in practicing preventative medicine ensuring that all of their patients maintain and improve their health. In addition to treating various medical conditions Dr. Jayasundera and Dr. Wesley also educate patients on their particular medical diagnosis to ensure that the patient maintains good health and stays within healthy guidelines for vital statistics.

Dr. Jayasundera and Dr. Wesley are currently welcoming new patients and looking forward to building lasting relationships to improve and maintain health. Most major forms of insurance are accepted.

 

Hari Polavarapu, MD, is a board-certified Internal Medicine and Primary Care provider at Tru Medical Management. Dr. Polavarapu, who also goes by “Dr. P,” sees patients at both practice locations in the Navy Hill and Williamsburg neighborhoods of Brooklyn, New York. He provides all his patients with outstanding conservative and preventive care.

 

Dr. Polavarapu is the founder of Tru Medical Management — a modern, comfort-driven primary care practice. Growing up in a medical family in India with philanthropic roots, Dr. Polavarapu has planted the seed to expand the goal of primary care, advance the medical care model, and improve access to health services.

 

His mission is to create a positive experience and inclusive environment for all patients. Tru Medical Management is dedicated to fulfilling the vision of high-quality, patient-centered primary care because they believe that better is possible.

 

Get started with Tru Medical Management today. Call the office to schedule your consultation or appointment. Online booking is also available and is fast and easy.

Rafath Humera, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine specialist serving men and women through her private practice at Park Medical Center in Clifton, New Jersey. Dr. Humera is passionate about delivering top-quality care from a foundation of holistic principles.

Dr. Humera understands the interconnectivity of all aspects of health and wellness. Rather than treating individual symptoms as they arise, she prefers to treat each patient as a whole being, looking at how their body is functioning and devising ways to enhance that function.

Education has always played a pivotal role in Dr. Humera’s life. She earned her medical degree from the Gandhi Medical College in India, where she was the recipient of a scholarship. Upon arrival in America, Dr. Humera completed a residency in internal medicine at Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York.

Even today, Dr. Humera continues to pursue opportunities to expand her knowledge and skill set. Among her areas of focus are diabetes care and treatment for adult obesity. She believes that by educating patients on how to manage their own health needs, she can provide a service that extends far beyond simple office visits.

One thing that sets Dr. Humera apart is her attention to detail. She takes time to build a relationship with her patients, spending as much time as necessary to understand their needs and create customized treatment plans. She refuses to rush, and advises her patients to accept nothing less from anyone on their medical team.

Dr. Humera uses a unique blend of the latest medical tools and techniques with time-honored respect and concern. That approach is why so many of her patients were referred to her by friends or family members who wanted to share the benefits they receive from her care.

If you’re searching for an internal medicine specialist who places your needs at the center of each and every interaction, schedule a time to meet with Dr. Humera to learn more about her approach to health and wellness. Scheduling is as simple as a phone call or a visit to the online scheduling tool.