Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Oyije Susannah Iheagwara, MD, is board-certified in internal medicine and nephrology. She practices at Metro Renal Associates in Washington, DC.
Dr. Iheagwara completed a nephrology fellowship at the George Washington University Hospital in Washington DC and has a Master's in clinical and translation research from Georgetown University.
Dr. Iheagwara is a member of several professional societies and is certified as Hypertension Specialist by the American Society of Hypertension.
Before joining Metro renal Associates in 2022, she worked in academia for several years, where she assisted with the teaching of medical students and residents in training at Howard University. She now returns to private practice bringing her cutting-edge nephrology knowledge and wonderful bedside manner to help kidney disease patients in the DC Metro area. Her clinical interests include the management of chronic kidney disease, hypertension, and electrolyte disorders.
Dr. Iheagwara is passionate about the care she provides and believes optimal healthcare involves a partnership between the patient and the provider. She strives to educate her patients about their disease conditions fully.
She is married and has three children. She enjoys reading, writing poetry, listening to audiobooks, and working out in her free time.
“The staff was professional and efficient. Dr. Iheagwara was very pleasant and professional. She explained my lab work in details that I could understand, which was helpful to me and made me feel at ease. I would recommend this practice to anyone. They make you feel valued.”
Kevin Griffiths, MD, is board-certified in nephrology and internal medicine. He received his undergraduate degree from Stanford University before earning his medical degree and masters in public health and health policy and administration at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. Dr. Griffiths then completed his internal medicine residency and nephrology fellowship training at the same institution.
Currently, he is a partner at Metro Renal Associates in Washington, DC. Dr. Griffiths manages patients that have developed chronic kidney disease and have to perform in-center hemodialysis and specializes in treating kidney disease patients who prefer home dialysis. Additionally, he has experience treating renal transplant patients, difficult to control hypertension, as well as helping patients who suffer from renal stones, lupus, and polycystic kidney disease.
Dr. Griffiths is the medical director at Fresenius Kidney Care Southeast DC and Fresenius Kidney Care Southeast Washington. As the medical director for both facilities, he oversees the care and safety of over 160 dialysis patients.
As a leading voice in his field, Dr. Griffiths gives lectures and seminars on the benefits of home hemodialysis, and his clinical acumen has led to numerous awards. He’s also a fellow with the American Society of Nephrology.
Dr. Griffiths has been recognized as one of “America’s Top Physicians” in nephrology for the years 2009-2013 by the Consumer Research Council of America. For the year 2012, Dr. Griffiths was selected as one of the “Leading Physicians of the World” in the field of nephrology. He was also selected as one of the “Top 10 Nephrologist” by the American Registry.
Sohan R. Varma, MD, is an internal medicine physician at Washington Internal Medicine in Chantilly, Virginia. Dr. Varma is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and provides comprehensive patient-centered medical care to patients in Northern Virginia.
He is a native of the Washington, DC, metro area. He graduated cum laude from George Mason University with a Bachelor of Science in biology and a minor in chemistry. He graduated with honors and obtained a doctorate degree in medicine from Ross University School of Medicine in Miami, Florida, in 2009. Afterward, he completed his internship training at Mount Sinai School of Medicine and his residency training at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York in 2014.
Dr. Varma has nearly a decade of experience working in acute care, primary care, and skilled nursing facilities as a hospitalist/internist in the states of New York and Virginia. His focus of research has been chronic Hepatitis B and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Varma has co-authored a case report published in Chest Journal on Dengue Shock Syndrome in 2015.
Dr. Varma believes in a complete health care plan for the patient, which includes physical, mental, social, and spiritual health. He aims to provide the highest quality care and spend time getting to know his patients on an individual level.
Sohan R. Varma, MD, is an internal medicine physician at Washington Internal Medicine in Chantilly, Virginia. Dr. Varma is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and provides comprehensive patient-centered medical care to patients in Northern Virginia.
He is a native of the Washington, DC, metro area. He graduated cum laude from George Mason University with a Bachelor of Science in biology and a minor in chemistry. He graduated with honors and obtained a doctorate degree in medicine from Ross University School of Medicine in Miami, Florida, in 2009. Afterward, he completed his internship training at Mount Sinai School of Medicine and his residency training at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York in 2014.
Dr. Varma has nearly a decade of experience working in acute care, primary care, and skilled nursing facilities as a hospitalist/internist in the states of New York and Virginia. His focus of research has been chronic Hepatitis B and inflammatory bowel disease. Dr. Varma has co-authored a case report published in Chest Journal on Dengue Shock Syndrome in 2015.
Dr. Varma believes in a complete health care plan for the patient, which includes physical, mental, social, and spiritual health. He aims to provide the highest quality care and spend time getting to know his patients on an individual level.
Chethana Rao, MD, is the medical director and primary care physician at Prima Medicine with two offices in the metropolitan Washington, D.C., area: Fairfax and South Riding, Virginia. For more than two decades, Dr. Rao has not only provided superior care to her patients but has served as a leader in her profession, earning the respect of her colleagues. In 2018 her peers nominated her Washingtonian magazine’s Top Doc.
Dr. Rao’s drive for excellence began during her medical education in India. She earned her medical degree from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute in Bengaluru, Karnataka, graduating with the Gold Medal award. Dr. Rao did an internal medicine internship at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville, Tennessee, where she earned the distinction of Best EKG Interpretation. Dr. Rao completed her postdoctoral clinical training with an internal medicine residency at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pennsylvania.
Board certified in internal medicine, Dr. Rao’s areas of special interest include chronic diseases, headache management, diabetes, hypertension, and preventive care. She is active in numerous professional organizations, including the American College of Physicians, Virginia Chapter, and the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin.
“Dr. Rao is the best a physician can be. She cares about spending the time to listen to the patient and addresses every concern, big or small, with the same commitment and care. We like that she leaves no stone unturned in her approach to diagnosis and treatment. She and her entire staff are pleasant and super efficient. So glad we use her practice.”
Dr. Chethana Rao, MD
Internist
43130 Amberwood Plaza
Suite 130
South Riding, VA 20152
4.9(284)
4.9
(139)
Amanda Leyh
Nurse Practitioner 22.1 mi
4.9(139)
43130 Amberwood Plaza
Suite 130
South Riding, VA 20152
Amanda Leyh, MSN, RN, AGPCNP-BC, is a board-certified nurse practitioner at Prima Medicine, serving individuals and families in South Riding and Fairfax, Virginia.
Amanda began her career pursuits at the University of Maryland in Baltimore, earning her Bachelor of Science in nursing. After graduation, she enrolled at Spring Arbor University in Spring Arbor, Michigan, and obtained her Master of Science in Nursing with an emphasis in adult gerontology primary care.
Before joining the team at Prima Medicine, Amanda spent more than seven years honing her skills as a clinical nurse. She has served in various medical facilities, including hospitals, progressive care units, and primary care clinics.
Amanda holds certifications in basic life support (BLS) and advanced cardiac life support (ACLS). She diagnoses and treats most acute and chronic medical conditions and has special interests in intravenous (IV) management, wound care, and geriatrics.
Patients from all over Northern Virginia visit Prima Medicine to access Amanda’s expertise. Her empathy, attention to detail, and compassionate bedside manner ensure everyone feels welcomed, understood, and cared for.
Amanda welcomes anyone seeking improved health to schedule an appointment at Prima Medicine today.
“Dr. Amanda Leyh is one of the best in the Med society. She is always above and beyond of her patients needs. I am so grateful that she is my provider.”
Amanda Leyh
Nurse Practitioner
43130 Amberwood Plaza
Suite 130
South Riding, VA 20152
4.9(139)
4.9
(183)
Alexa Kulick
Physician Assistant 22.1 mi
4.9(183)
43130 Amberwood Plaza
Suite 130
South Riding, VA 20152
Alexa Kulick, PA-C, is a skilled physician assistant at Prima Medicine in Fairfax and South Riding, Virginia. She knew she wanted to help people from a young age. She began her quest to become a Certified Physician’s Assistant at Iona College in New Rochelle, New York, where she majored in Biology and was part of the honor program. Alexa continued her education at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biology in 2017.
She started out her medical career in 2017 as a certified medical assistant. During this time, she worked at Bristow Pediatrics in Bristow, Virginia. There, she carefully practiced her skills at obtaining vital signs, drawing lab work, and her favorite part, caring for patients. She enjoyed her time in Bristow, but Alexa knew she wanted to help people even more. In 2019, she went back to school to obtain her Master’s of Physician Assistant Studies. She graduated from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia, in 2021
Alexa has years of medical knowledge and experience, so Prima Medicine is proud to bring her on as part of the team. She’s certified in advanced life support, pediatric advanced life support, and is fluent in Spanish for healthcare professionals. Alexa is a caring, compassionate, and well-rounded provider for Prima Medicine. She encompasses the practice’s high regard for the patients, treating each one as if they were family.
“While Alexa was very sweet and professional I am a bit taken back by the dirty lab coat. I understand that it was the end of the day however her lab coat appeared to have been over worn with tan/light brown ring around the collar. While the facility is antiquated again it was not clean. I would otherwise recommend if overall was cleaner”
Alexa Kulick
Physician Assistant
43130 Amberwood Plaza
Suite 130
South Riding, VA 20152
4.9(183)
4.9
(155)
Qiong Wang
Nurse Practitioner 22.1 mi
4.9(155)
43130 Amberwood Plaza
Suite 130
South Riding, VA 20152
‘Joan’ Qiong Wang is a board-certified family and primary care nurse practitioner at Prima Medicine in Fairfax and South Riding, Virginia. Joan has over 20 years of clinical nursing experience, working with diverse patients, from HIV/AIDS patients to those in intensive care units. With each patient, Joan seeks to bring compassion into every interaction.
Joan received her nursing diploma in 1997 from Hangzhou Normal University in Hangzhou, China. After graduation, she traveled to the Philippines to complete her Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing at Adventist University of the Philippines in 2002.
Following her bachelor’s degree, she pursued her Master’s of Public Health (with a central focus on Health Promotion) at Adventist International Institute of Advanced Studies, Master’s of Science in Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) at Loma Linda University, as well as her Post-Master’s Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Certification through George Washington University.
Through continuing education, Joan strives to learn at every chance that allows her to better the lives of her patients. She is a member of the Virginia Council of Nurse Practitioners and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.
At Prima Medicine, she has a special focus on preventive health and evidence-based medicine. Joan is truly dedicated to her patients’ overall health, and works hard to ensure they maintain excellent wellness across a lifespan.
Professional Organizations:
Virginia Council of Nurse Practitioners (VCNP)
American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
Education 2017: Post-Master Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Certification, George Washington University, DC, U.S.A 2006: MS, Master of Science, emphasis in Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Loma Linda University, CA, U.S.A 2004: MPH, Master of Public Health, emphasis in Health Promotion, Adventist International Institute of Advanced Studies, Philippines 2002: BSN, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Adventist University of the Philippines, Philippines 1997: Diploma in Nursing, Hangzhou Normal University (Former Hangzhou Nursing School), Zhejiang, China
“I sustained a knee injury playing tennis. I called Prima in the morning, and got an appointment with Joan Wang for that afternoon. I got in with no waiting, and Joan was great. She listened carefully, 'got' that I was generally strong and in good health for a 74 year old, and gave me excellent advice as to how to move forward with treatment and physical therapy. I have been a Prima member for seven years, and recommend it, and Joan, highly.”
Qiong Wang
Nurse Practitioner
43130 Amberwood Plaza
Suite 130
South Riding, VA 20152
Yetunde Sannoh, MD, is a board-certified internist with over a decade of industry experience and the primary care provider at Total Wellness Healthcare Clinic.
Dr. Sannoh provides outstanding primary care, chronic disease management, medical weight loss, and aesthetics solutions to adults in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, and Prince George’s County.
Early in her career, Dr. Sannoh focused on hospital medicine, where she encountered many patients who could have avoided hospitalization with better outpatient care. This life experience directed her personal and career paths, and she became devoted to providing high-quality outpatient care.
She is also passionate about addiction medicine and is committed to helping patients with substance use disorder take back control of their lives, improving their health and relationships.
Dr. Sannoh currently partners with patients in her Upper Marlboro and Waldorf, Maryland offices. She works closely with each individual, helping patients reach their goals and maintain optimal health and wellness.
Whether you have questions about services, want to schedule a consultation, or are simply curious about how Dr. Sannoh can help you achieve your wellness goals, she is here for you.
Call Total Wellness Healthcare Clinic to schedule a visit, or request an appointment online today.
Dr. Kimberly L. Bolling is a native of the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. She excelled at James Madison University where she completed her undergraduate studies majoring in Biology/Pre-Medicine. She successfully obtained her medical degree and completed her internship/residency training at the prestigious University of Maryland in Baltimore in 2001. She became Board Certified in Internal Medicine also in 2001. She is the sole owner of her medical practice called Metropolitan Medical Group, located in Bowie, MD, which is a state of the art medical facility which focuses on delivering high quality individualized care, since 2004.
Her clinical exposure has expanded a wide spectrum of clinical entities from dealing with the management of diabetes, to hypertension, congestive heart failure, and various autoimmune disorders. Her areas of special interest include the above and dealing with the issues of obesity and its clinical impact on various healthcare related issues. Dr. Bolling's philosophy is aimed to help emphasize the importance of promoting a lifelong commitment to a healthier way of living.
Dr. Bolling has dedicated her life to volunteerism, not only locally but abroad as well. She has completed medical missionary trips to Kenya, and Guyana. The medical clinics were able to deliver healthcare and medicine to thousands of patients while also worshipping with fellow Christians. She was also part of the initiative called Shoes for Salawa, in Kenya. This project delivered gently used shoes to those in need abroad.
She has started a nonprofit organization called HUGS,LLC, Helping the Underserved Get Financial Assistance for Seniors. Its mission is designed to help reduce financial barriers for seniors. The aim is to help facilitate and allocate money not otherwise available to seniors related to health care costs such as payment for prescriptions and other medically related costs. The endpoint is to improve the overall quality of life for seniors thru compliance, essentially reducing barriers to healthcare.
She is also a member of the Community Outreach Committee of the Bowie of the City Council. She also has a second business dedicated to losing and maintaining successful weight loss for life called A Why Weight Loss Medical Center. She is affiliated with Anne Arundel Medical Center. She has been recently asked to serve on one of their Boards and has accepted. She is married to a wonderful husband and although she does not have any children, her patients are her extended family. She has been a faithful and obedient member of the First Baptist Church of Glenarden since the 1990s.
“Dr Bollings and her staff are welcoming, professional, and courteous. As a new patient they answered all my questions while also making me feel comfortable during my transition as a new patient. Dr. Bollings and her team provided top notch medical care to their patients. I finally feel I’m receiving the best medical I wasn’t receiving from my old PCP. I would definitely recommend this me”
Dr. Kimberly Bolling, MD
Internist
4000 Mitchellville Road
Suite # B424
Bowie, MD 20716
4.8(827)
4.8
(36)
Dr. Jagdeep Singh, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician 25.2 mi
4.8(36)
4000 Mitchellville Road
Suite 220B
Bowie, MD 20716
Jagdeep Singh, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician who has been practicing in the greater Prince George County for over a decade. He has helped more than 10,000 patients over the course of his career, and he brings his extensive experience to his practice at Capital Health & Clinics.
Dr. Singh completed his medical degree at the Armed Forces Medical College, India, and his residency at the University of Massachusetts, Berkshire Medical Center. He is presently the Chairman of the Department of Medicine at the University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center. Dr. Singh has held several administrative and teaching positions throughout his tenure.
Dr.Singh holds Active Privileges at University of Maryland Capital Regional Medical Center, Doctors Community Hospital & Holy Cross Hospital. Dr. Singh previously maintained other responsibilities in other health systems and is affiliated with the Maryland State Medical Society (MedChi) as Board of Trustee and Prince George's Medical County where he served as the President of the County Medical Society. He is well known and respected by the community as well as community physicians.
In 2019, internist Azra Hussaini, MD, FACP, opened The Doc’s Here, offering telemedicine and house calls to patients. As of 2022, she is also offering in-office visits. The hope of Dr. Hussaini is to provide more accessible, patient-centered primary care to patients in Maryland, with a recent expansion to telemedicine in New York and Virginia as well. Dr. Hussaini welcomes all patients to her practice, no matter their beliefs, religions, cultures, sexuality, or backgrounds. For patients that do not have health care, she will find a way to help them.
Dr. Hussaini decided to run her practice by trying to walk in her patient’s shoes. This means she sees her patients in an unhurried fashion, and as many times it takes to satisfy their concerns. Rather than spending the average six minutes with a patient, she spends a full hour, if needed, speaking to them and addressing their needs. Additionally, she only asks patients to pay what they can afford. This vision was shaped by her training, in which she worked with patients from diverse age groups and socioeconomic backgrounds.
In 1990, Dr. Hussaini finished her medical education at the Dow University of Health Sciences in Pakistan. Afterward, she moved to the United States to pursue a residency in internal medicine at Mount Sinai’s Elmhurst Hospital Center. She went on to complete a fellowship in geriatrics at the Case Western Reserve University Hospitals of Cleveland & Foleys' Elder Health Center. In 1997, she moved to Baltimore with her family and received her board certification in internal medicine.
Having trained in Pakistan and the US, Dr. Hussaini considers herself an energetic, adaptable, and culturally sensitive practitioner. In her practice, she enjoys opportunities to work as an individual or in a team to address patient needs, from wellness exams to chronic care management and mental health evaluations.
Dr. Hussaini wants to make it as easy as possible for all patients to receive compassionate, personalized, wholesome care at any time of day. She will come to you and make you feel better. She wants to be your advocate and help you feel your best. She also offers telehealth appointments for patients who prefer virtual consultations.
To learn more about Dr. Hussaini’s inclusive, personable medicine, do not hesitate to call or book an appointment online.
As a board-certified internal medicine physician, Gaffar Syed, MD, prides himself on his dedication to helping people of all ages regain their physical and emotional well-being. At his practice in Frederick, Maryland, Dr. Syed is determined to find the root cause of his patient’s health issues and develop a treatment plan tailored to their unique needs.
Dr. Syed completed his residency at St. Barnabas Hospital in the Bronx, New York, which is affiliated with Cornell University and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. Since his residency, Dr. Syed has gained over 15 years of experience in managing a diverse patient population, both through inpatient and outpatient settings. This extensive experience, coupled with his medical training, allows him to provide his patients with the highest standard of care.
Serving Frederick County residents for more than 16 years, Dr. Syed is proud to offer internal medicine services to his community, providing diagnosis and treatment for a variety of conditions, including ADHD, anxiety, and depression. He is also skilled in diabetes and weight loss management. Dr. Syed holds hospital privileges at Frederick Memorial Hospital, which ensures continuity of care to his office patients who are hospitalized.
At his practice, Dr. Syed becomes a part of his patient’s care team, working alongside them to incorporate their personal health goals and ensure that they reach optimal health. His friendly nature helps patients feel welcomed and comfortable during their visits. Dr. Syed has been recognized on several occasions for his outstanding dedication and care. He received the Compassionate Doctor Recognition award in 2010, the Patients’ Choice Award four years in a row from 2008-2011, and was named a Top Ten Doctor in the city in 2014.
“I am very lucky to have a Super Power as my Doctor! Dr. Innocent (yes, his parents were optimistic) will tap all of the specialty care that you need, and organize it for you. Dr. Innocent works on Saturdays. He has patients at two hospitals . He wears a cape.
Dr. Innocent cares for me from head to toe (literally) and has the most gentle nature of anyone I have ever met. I am so grateful.
Susan”
Swapna Kanuri, MD, FACC, is a cardiologist at Cardiology Associates of Frederick in Frederick, Maryland. She’s board-certified in internal medicine, cardiology, nuclear cardiology, echocardiography, and vascular ultrasonography.
After graduating from Shri B.M. Patil Medical College and Hospital Research Center in Vijayapura, Karnataka, India, Dr. Kanuri relocated to the United States to complete her internal medicine residency at Creighton University Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska. She remained in Omaha for her fellowship training in cardiology with a specialization in noninvasive cardiology.
With more than 15 years of experience, Dr. Kanuri specializes in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular conditions including heart disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, and acute coronary syndrome. She also provides expert care for conditions that increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases, such as high cholesterol and high blood pressure.
Dr. Kanuri is affiliated with Frederick Health Hospital, previously known as Frederick Memorial Hospital. To provide excellent health care to the diverse community.
At Cardiology Associates of Frederick, Dr. Kunari takes a patient-centered approach to care. She spends time talking to her patients and educating them about their diagnosis and her treatment recommendations so they can take a proactive role in their care and personal health.
“Always helpful and friendly staff. Doctor Kanuri is caring, thorough and answers any questions in plain words. Can’t say enough good about what could be a very unpleasant experience.
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