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A concerned internist, Dr. Edward Prior serves the communities of Hamden and West Haven, CT, where he is a part of the Internal Medicine of Greater New Haven. Patients visit him for a myriad of medical concerns. Dr. Prior completed his medical at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University, followed by an internship and residency in internal medicine at Kings County Hospital Center. He further completed fellowships in hematology and oncology at Saint Lukes-Roosevelt Hospital Center and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. He is also certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine with a focus on medical oncology. Dr. Prior is committed to helping his patients enjoy a healthier lifestyle. He works with each one to discuss ways they can make better choices for their health. He conducts his appointments with the personalized care and attention that he would expect for his own family....read less
Practice names
Internal Medicine of Greater New Haven
Board certifications
• American Board of Internal Medicine
Medical Oncology (Internal Medicine)
Education and training Medical School - Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University, Doctor of Medicine
Dr. Blander earned his MD at the University of Buffalo Medical Center in 1981, and completed his Internal Medicine residency at Stony Brook University in 1984. He was a research fellow for 2 years at Rockefeller University, and then completed his clinical fellowship in Infectious Diseases at UCLA, followed by 4 years of research and publications at UCLA. He was a faculty member at the University of Pittsburgh medical Center until 1997. Since 1997, he has practiced Internal Medicine in CT. Dr. Blander is board certified in Internal Medicine, and Infectious Diseases.
At Internal Medicine of Greater New Haven, the team of expert internal medicine doctors strives to help young adults, adults, and seniors of Cheshire, Guilford, Hamden, Milford, North Haven, Meriden, Wallingford, West Haven, and Stratford, Connecticut, and the surrounding area experience and maintain optimal health. The practice emphasizes disease screening, to enable early detection of problems before they create serious health emergencies. The doctors also provide care for acute conditions, ongoing chronic medical illnesses, and general physical examinations.
Our practice is affiliated with Yale-New Haven Hospital, so we can refer and coordinate care with world-renowned medical specialists when necessary. The practice has ultrasound and laboratory services available on-site, as well as spirometry to screen for asthma and Holter monitors to measure your heart’s activity. At Internal Medicine of Greater New Haven, you experience high-quality medical care unparalleled in the region. In 2014, the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) recognized the providers for delivering high-quality care to our patients with diabetes and heart disease. NCQA is known in the health care industry for having developed health care quality and cost-benchmarking systems.
At Internal Medicine of Greater New Haven, the team of expert internal medicine doctors strives to help young adults, adults, and seniors of Cheshire, Guilford, Hamden, Milford, North Haven, Meriden, Wallingford, West Haven, and Stratford, Connecticut, and the surrounding area experience and maintain optimal health. The practice emphasizes disease screening, to enable early detection of problems before they create serious health emergencies. The doctors also provide care for acute conditions, ongoing chronic medical illnesses, and general physical examinations.
Our practice is affiliated with Yale-New Haven Hospital, so we can refer and coordinate care with world-renowned medical specialists when necessary. The practice has ultrasound and laboratory services available on-site, as well as spirometry to screen for asthma and Holter monitors to measure your heart’s activity. At Internal Medicine of Greater New Haven, you experience high-quality medical care unparalleled in the region. In 2014, the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) recognized the providers for delivering high-quality care to our patients with diabetes and heart disease. NCQA is known in the health care industry for having developed health care quality and cost-benchmarking systems.
At Internal Medicine of Greater New Haven, the team of expert internal medicine doctors strives to help young adults, adults, and seniors of Cheshire, Guilford, Hamden, Milford, North Haven, Meriden, Wallingford, West Haven, and Stratford, Connecticut, and the surrounding area experience and maintain optimal health. The practice emphasizes disease screening, to enable early detection of problems before they create serious health emergencies. The doctors also provide care for acute conditions, ongoing chronic medical illnesses, and general physical examinations.
Our practice is affiliated with Yale-New Haven Hospital, so we can refer and coordinate care with world-renowned medical specialists when necessary. The practice has ultrasound and laboratory services available on-site, as well as spirometry to screen for asthma and Holter monitors to measure your heart’s activity. At Internal Medicine of Greater New Haven, you experience high-quality medical care unparalleled in the region. In 2014, the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) recognized the providers for delivering high-quality care to our patients with diabetes and heart disease. NCQA is known in the health care industry for having developed health care quality and cost-benchmarking systems.
Vikram Budhraja, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician at Hampshire Gastroenterology Associates, LLC in Florence, Massachusetts. Dr. Budhraja treats all types of gastrointestinal disorders at his practice, with a special focus on esophageal disease and colorectal cancer prevention through comprehensive screenings.
After graduating from the American University of Antigua in Antigua, Barbuda, with his medical degree, Dr. Budhraja completed his internal medicine residency at the Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center in the Bronx, New York City. He later moved to Little Rock, Arkansas, to complete his gastroenterology fellowship at the University of Arkansas for Medical Services.
Dr. Budhraja uses the latest diagnostic tools to accurately pinpoint the cause of potentially serious gastrointestinal disorders, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), Barrett’s esophagus, and colon polyps. Whether patients are experiencing rectal bleeding or difficulty swallowing, he can uncover the cause for the most effective treatment.
Minimally invasive techniques ensure that Dr. Budhraja’s patients receive comfortable, high-quality care at his office. He offers the WATS3D® computer-assisted brush biopsy endoscopy procedure to diagnose upper digestive disorders, as well as hemorrhoid banding to immediately restrict blood flow to painful hemorrhoids.
Dr. Budhraja’s commitment to providing expert care extends to his professional memberships. His affiliations include the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA), the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE), and the American College of Gastroenterology (ACA).
Costner McKenzie, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist at the Skin Institute of New York (SINY®). He treats adult and pediatric patients and has expertise in both medical and cosmetic dermatology.
A graduate of Stanford University, he earned his Bachelor's degree in Human Biology, laying a solid foundation for his medical career. His academic pursuits continued at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, where he earned his medical degree. At Northwestern, Dr. McKenzie's commitment to academic and clinical excellence was recognized through his induction into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, an honor that recognizes academic achievements and dedication to the medical profession.
Following medical school, Dr. McKenzie pursued his dermatology residency at New York University. There, he honed his clinical and procedural skills under the mentorship of leading experts in the field. Demonstrating leadership and clinical acumen, he served as Chief Resident in his final year.
Dr. McKenzie is a well-published author, with several publications in reputable dermatology journals, which he has presented at national and international meetings. His research and clinical interests span a broad spectrum, including topics such as eczema, acne, hair loss, and health disparities. His work aims to advance the understanding and treatment of skin conditions and improve patient outcomes.
Beyond his clinical and research contributions, Dr. McKenzie is known for his compassionate patient care and his ability to combine scientific rigor with a personalized approach to treatment. He is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology and is deeply committed to medical education and the training of future dermatologists.