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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.

Eyad Hijazin, MD, is an internal medicine physician at Allied Healthcare Physicians, with locations in Mamaroneck and New Rochelle, New York as well as City Island in the Bronx in New York City. He serves as the owner and president of Allied Healthcare Physicians and is the medical director of Her Secret MedSpa in Mamaroneck, New York.

Dr. Hijazin has over 15 years of internal medical and medical weight loss experience. He received his medical degree from Saba University School of Medicine in the Netherlands, and he  completed an internal medicine residency with the Mt. Sinai Medical Program at Bronx Veteran Affairs Campus. Dr. Hijazin offers superior comprehensive care and takes a modern approach to medicine.

Patients seeking medical weight loss, annual physicals, preventive care, disease management, or women’s health treatments can turn to Dr. Hijazin and his experienced team for quality, innovative care. He screens for, diagnoses, and manages numerous chronic conditions, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease.

Dr. Hijazin maintains his advanced credentials and stays up to date with the latest advances in internal medicine and aesthetics to help patients look and feel their best. He holds surgical licenses in New York and Connecticut and has advanced training in cardiac life support, CPR, and emergency cardiac care.

Dr. Hijazin and his team practice in modern, clean, state-of-the-art facilities and provide a warm, welcoming environment for patients. He even offers home visits for added patient convenience. Dr. Hijazin and his team are currently accepting new patients and welcome them to Allied Healthcare Physicians.

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.

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. 

Dr. David J. Hersh, M.D., F.A.C.C., is a leading cardiologist providing men and women in and around Bellmore, NY, with custom care solutions aimed at helping each patient enjoy better cardiovascular health. At Heart Health of the South Shore, Dr. Hersh offers state-of-the-art care for an array of health issues, including hypertension (high blood pressure), high cholesterol, heart disease, chest pain, congestive heart failure and heart attack, as well as stress tests and comprehensive preventative cardiology services aimed at helping patients reduce their risks for heart disease and serious cardiovascular events.

A fellow of the American College of Cardiology, Dr. Hersh completed his medical degree at New York Medical College in Valhalla, NY, followed by a residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in cardiovascular disease at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. Board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, and nuclear cardiology, Dr. Hersh has hospital privileges at Lenox Hill Hospital and St. Francis Hospital in Roslyn, NY.

Heart Health of the South Shore is a top-ranked cardiology practice on Long Island's South Shore, serving patients in Bellmore, Merrick, East Meadow, Wantagh, Seaford, Freeport and Massapequa, NY, and the surrounding communities. 

Dr. Yung Park, leads Elevate Medical’s Certified SPRAVATO® Treatment Center in Midtown Manhattan and now in Pleasantville, Westchester County, New York. She specializes in treating Treatment-Resistant Depression and Suicidality, offering advanced, evidence-based care in a compassionate setting.

The global pandemic was a collective turning point—shaking the foundations of our world and inner lives. It compelled many to pause and reflect, asking, "Who am I?" and "What truly matters?" As a society, we’ve grown weary of externally driven, linear motivations. A shift in consciousness is underway—an authentic, human longing to reconnect with our inner selves, often buried beneath years of ego-driven conditioning.

Dr. Park is deeply committed to supporting individuals on this inward journey. Her mission is to guide those who seek greater self-awareness, self-compassion, and inner peace—amidst the noise and chaos of everyday life.

She firmly believes that you are your own greatest healer, and that the answers you seek already reside within you. The first step is to awaken to your own consciousness.

Outside of her clinical work, Dr. Park finds joy in exploring New York State’s nature trails with SaLang and Mandu. She is passionate about environmental stewardship through conservation and reuse, and she delights in birdwatching—especially drawn to the quiet strength and beauty of female cardinals.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Park, please contact the office or use our convenient online booking tool.

Manit Roy, DO, is an experienced osteopathic physician practicing at Elite Medical Professionals. Dr. Roy is currently accepting new patients near Piscataway, New Jersey, for primary care, weight loss, hormone therapy, pain management, and Osteopathic Manipulation Therapy (OMT).

Dr. Roy has training in Internal Medicine, Hospital Medicine, and Neuromuscular Medicine. This varied training experience gives him a unique perspective on care. He focuses his treatments on primary care, sports medicine, musculoskeletal injuries, and degenerative diseases. 

At Elite Medical Professionals, Dr. Roy prioritizes holistic care. He understands how pain can affect multiple facets of a patient's life, particularly because he has been an injured patient himself, which was the impetus for him to become a physician. 

Dr. Roy has participated in and furthered medical research at some of the most prestigious institutions in the world, including Harvard and NYU, in his quest to become a practicing physician. He has proven highly trained in osteopathic manipulation therapy for pain relief and is proficient in bone realignments and adjustments, muscular training, and soft tissue active release therapy. 

He understands that many patients prefer natural, holistic treatments over invasive surgery or depending on addictive pain medications, and he looks forward to finding treatment plants that fit the needs of his patients. 

Ryan Bhagwandin, DO, is an Internal Medicine specialist at Elite Medical Professionals. With a focus on achieving the very best in patient care, Dr. Bhagwandin provides comprehensive internal medicine services to residents throughout Piscataway, New Jersey. 

Holding a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine and a Bachelor's in Biological Sciences from Nova Southeastern University, Dr. Bhagwandin brings a wealth of knowledge to patient care. He completed his Internal Medicine Residency at Bayonne Medical Center. 

Throughout his career, Dr. Bhagwandin has contributed to the medical field with several publications and submissions and has shared his expertise through lecture presentations on various topics. As a researcher at the Rumbaugh-Goodwin Research Institute, he explored the management and culturing of cancerous prostate cells. This involved testing experimental drugs to determine their impact on cancerous prostate cells.

Dr. Bhagwandin maintains active memberships in prestigious medical associations, including the American College of Physicians, the American Medical Association, and the American Osteopathic Association. Certified in Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, Dr. Bhagwandin ensures patient safety and well-being. Outside of the office, Dr. Bhagwandin enjoys basketball, weightlifting, and cooking. 

Fluent in both English and medical Spanish, Dr. Bhagwandin welcomes patients seeking personalized and expert Internal Medicine care at Elite Medical Professionals. 

Nehal Mehta, MD, FCCP, FAASM, is a board-certified pulmonary doctor at Respacare in Bridgewater, New Jersey. He specializes in pulmonology, critical care, and sleep medicine and is especially interested in assisting patients with pulmonary fibrosis, asthma, septic shock, and sleep apnea. 

Dr. Mehta earned his medical degree at Saint George’s University School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies. He then received medical training at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (now part of Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences) in Newark, New Jersey, New York University in New York City, and JFK Medical Center in Atlantis/Miami, Florida.

To better serve the diverse community in Bridgewater, Dr. Mehta speaks Gujarati in addition to English. 

Dr. Mehta is board-certified in pulmonary medicine, critical care, and sleep medicine. 

When his patients require hospital-based care, Dr. Mehta has an affiliation with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset in Somerville. 

He maintains professional memberships with the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, the Society of Critical Care Medicine, and the American College of Chest Physicians.

Prashant Patel, MD, is a board-certified pulmonary physician at Respacare in Bridgewater, New Jersey. He specializes in pulmonary care, critical care, and sleep medicine and works closely with patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, allergies, interstitial lung disease, and sleep apnea.

Dr. Patel earned his medical degree at Ross University School of Medicine in St. Michael, Barbados. He then completed medical education and training at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (now part of Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences) in Newark, and Hackensack University Medical Center, also in New Jersey. He received further medical training at the East Orange VA Medical Center in New Jersey.

Dr. Patel is board-certified in pulmonary medicine, critical care medicine, and sleep medicine. 

For hospital-based care, Dr. Patel has affiliations with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset in Somerville and Hunterdon Medical Center in Flemington, both in New Jersey.

He maintains professional memberships with the American College of Chest Physicians, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, and the Society of Critical Care Medicine.