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Ravindra Kolaventy, MD, FACC, is a board-certified cardiologist at Florida Hearts, which has three locations in Chiefland, The Villages, and Ocala, Florida. Dr. Kolaventy has over 30 years of experience practicing medicine and is dedicated to sharing his refined expertise with individuals living in and around Marion County. 

Dr. Kolaventy earned his bachelor's degree in medicine from Jawaharlal Institute in Pondicherry, India. He then went on to earn his Doctor of Medicine at Kakatiya Medical College, located in Warangal, India. He then completed his internal medicine internship and residency and his cardiology fellowship at Harlem Hospital Center in New York City through the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Columbia University. 

At Florida Hearts, Dr. Kolaventy takes great pride in providing exceptional care to every patient. He is a deft communicator, who speaks English, Spanish, and Telugu, and takes great pride in educating his patients so they can manage their cardiovascular health more effectively. 

Dr. Kolaventy is currently affiliated with West Marion Community Hospital and Ocala Regional Medical Center. 

At Elite Endocrine and Metabolism Care in Altamonte, Florida, Kwame Ntim, MD, and the team deliver exceptional endocrine care with a patient-centered approach that makes individuals feel heard, respected, and supported throughout their healthcare journey. The practice is dedicated to helping adults achieve better health through comprehensive evaluation, personalized treatment plans, and ongoing guidance.

The practice specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of hormonal and metabolic conditions, including thyroid disease, menopause, perimenopause, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), osteoporosis, obesity, low testosterone, high cholesterol, diabetes, and adrenal disorders. 

A defining characteristic of the practice is its commitment to compassionate, individualized care. Patients frequently appreciate Dr. Ntim’s outstanding bedside manner, noting his ability to listen carefully, explain complex medical conditions in understandable terms, and create a comfortable environment where questions and concerns are always welcome. Every treatment plan is tailored to the unique needs, goals, and lifestyle of the individual patient.

The practice believes that successful endocrine care extends beyond managing symptoms—it involves empowering patients with knowledge and support to make informed decisions about their health. Whether helping someone navigate menopause, manage diabetes, optimize thyroid function, address weight-related concerns, or improve hormonal balance, the goal remains the same: to provide high-quality, evidence-based care that promotes long-term wellness and improves quality of life.

Elite Endocrine and Metabolism Care strives to make specialized endocrinology care more convenient, personalized, and effective for patients. Call the office to schedule an appointment or request one online today. 

Dr. Samina Cherenfant is a dedicated internal medicine trained physician committed to delivering compassionate, comprehensive, and patient-centered care. She earned her medical degree from Caribbean Medical University in Curaçao and completed her internal medicine residency at Parkview Health in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Dr. Cherenfant brings extensive clinical experience to her practice through her work as a hospitalist at AdventHealth Orlando, where she manages complex medical conditions and coordinates inpatient care for diverse patient populations. This background allows her to provide thorough, evidence-based care with a strong emphasis on continuity between hospital and outpatient settings. Dr. Cherenfant is passionate about building long-term, trusted relationships with her patients and believes healthcare should be rooted in compassion, integrity, and excellence.

Dr. Chamoun attended medical school at Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine and graduated in 2016. He completed three years of Internal Medicine residency at Broward Health Medical Center, a nearly 900-bed level-1 trauma center located in downtown Ft. Lauderdale, FL. There he developed a passion for hospital medicine and the care of acutely ill patients. Dr. Chamoun is Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Chamoun hopes to provide primary care in a mostly telemedicine format and deliver excellence and exclusivity to patients in a small membership-based practice.

Shwetanshu Shukla, MD, is a board-certified internist and leads the team at JS Healthcare in Winter Park, Florida. In addition to managing acute and chronic illnesses, Dr. Shukla provides aesthetic services for patients seeking treatments with the ICON™ Aesthetic System. Aesthetic services range from laser hair removal and skin resurfacing to stretch mark and scar removal. Alongside Alex Orandi, ARNP, Dr. Shukla provides compassionate, patient-centered care for patients of all ages.

Dr. Shukla attended medical school at Bharati Vidyapeeth Medical College where he received his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery degrees. He went on to complete his residency at Easton Hospital in Pennsylvania. Dr. Shukla is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Dr. Shukla is affiliated with Florida hospitals, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. He may provide medical care for patients in these facilities and, at times, is available for home visits.

He has been awarded Best Physician of the month at Florida Hospital Altamonte in Altamonte Springs, Florida, where he remains an affiliate.

In addition to English, Dr. Shukla is fluent in Hindi and Gujarati. 

Medical and aesthetic patients are always welcome to call the office or simply click 'Book Online' to request an appointment with Dr. Shukla. 

 

Gunwant S. Dhaliwal, MD, is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician at Primary Care Walk-In Clinic in New Port Richey and Spring Hill, Florida, who has been serving patients in the area for over 25 years. Throughout his career, Dr. Dhaliwal has built a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, thorough, and patient-centered care to adults throughout the community.

Dr. Dhaliwal earned his medical degree in India and completed his Internal Medicine residency at Flushing Hospital Medical Center, an affiliated hospital of Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York City. He is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and has served as Past President of the Medical Staff at MPM North Bay Hospital, reflecting his leadership and commitment to high-quality healthcare.

In addition to comprehensive primary care and chronic disease management, Dr. Dhaliwal provides DOT physicals as a Certified Medical Examiner, serves as a Certified Medical Review Officer (MRO), and is a Designated Civil Surgeon performing Immigration Physicals in Pasco County and the Tampa Bay area. He also performs many minor surgical procedures in-office under local anesthesia, offering patients a convenient and cost-effective alternative to hospital-based care.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Dhaliwal is an entrepreneur and commercial real estate investor. He is married to Tejinder Dhaliwal, MD, an anesthesiologist at MPN North Bay Hospital, and is a proud father of two sons.

Licensures and Certifications

• Florida Board of Osteopathic Medicine
• American Board of Anesthesiology
• Board Certified in Pain Medicine

Dr. Tse earned his medical degree from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences. He completed his residency in Anesthesiology at Tufts University School of Medicine-St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center and a fellowship in Interventional Pain Medicine at Harvard Medical School-Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, MA. Dr. Tse strives to educate patients about their condition and treatment options through a multidisciplinary approach which focuses on decreasing pain as well as improving functional capacity and quality of life. He enjoys spending time with family, traveling, and outdoor activities.

As a dedicated board-certified cardiologist, Ram Vasudevan, MD, FACC, FACP, FCCP, FABHP, FASC, CCDS, has a mission of ensuring every patient is met with personalized attention, respect, and compassion. Dr. Vasudevan has been with Marion Physician Associates, P.A. in Downtown Ocala and Ocala West, Florida, since its inception over two decades ago.

Born and raised in India, Dr. Vasudevan attended college in Mumbai. He stayed close to home and went on to earn his Doctor of Medicine from the Topiwala National Medical College and BYL Nair Charitable Hospital in Mumbai. After graduation, Dr. Vasudevan relocated to the United States for his patient care training.

Dr. Vasudevan completed his residency training at LaGuardia Hospital (now Long Island Jewish Forest Hills) in Queens, New York, as well as the prestigious Mount Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach, Florida. He also obtained specialized pacemaker and device training under the renowned Charlie Byrd, MD, while at Mount Sinai. Dr. Vasudevan’s training even included a full year as a general surgical resident at Lincoln Medical Center (now NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln) in the Bronx, New York.

To ensure he’s up to date with advancements in research and treatments, Dr. Vasudevan maintains his board certifications in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease with the American Board of Internal Medicine. He’s also a fellow of the American College of Cardiology and the American College of Physicians.

Dr. Vasudevan has specialized certifications in electrocardiography, echocardiography, nuclear medicine, Venefit™ Targeted Endovenous Therapy, and cardiac device implantations. Dr. Vasudevan takes pride in providing patient-centric care and educating his patients. He has special interests in device implantation, including biventricular lead insertions.

With his love of languages, Dr. Vasudevan can fluently speak English, Hindi, and Tamil, as well as some conversational Spanish. He’s able to help patients from a wide variety of cultural backgrounds who may struggle with language barriers.

In his free time, Dr. Vasudevan enjoys flying (he has an instrument and commercial rating), singing karaoke, using computers, reading, and keeping abreast of technology.