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.
“I was kind of concerned about my Daughter first time getting this kind of treatment but Dr Cohen is super professional and all the staff the way they talk to you and work with your child make you super relax and 100% trust on their service me and my wife are super happy and my baby girl is acting normal after 1 hr later Thanks Dr and all the staff 🙏🙏🙏”
“The Dr Stephanie and the entire team were absolutely GREAT....thank you so much for everything..answer all the questions, make us feel home and care.”
Dr. Shiva Basir is a board certifiedpediatric dentistwho believes that dentistry should be a fun experience for children. Her goal is to provide the best care to her young patients in a gentle way while ensuring good oral health habit formation by providing support and guidance to patients and their parents.
Shiva graduated from Columbia University with a Doctorate in Dental Surgery. She completed her post doctoral education in general practice at the New York Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn. While in practice as a general dentist, she discovered her joy and natural ability to work with children and decided to continue her education in pediatric dentistry. She received an additional 2 years of post doctoral training specializing in pediatric dentistry at Saint Joseph’s Regional Hospital in Paterson, NJ.
Dr. Basir is a Diplomat of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, and a member of the America Association of Pediatric Dentistry, ADA (American Dental Association) and NYSDS (New York State Dental Society).
When she is not practicing dentistry, she enjoys other activities such as yoga, surfing, skiing, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.
Board-certified pediatric dentist, Rosalie Nguyen, DMD, is driven by the philosophy that all children, including those with special needs, deserve excellent dental care that meets their personal needs. As the founder and chief dentist at Edgewater Pediatric Dentistry in Edgewater, New Jersey, Dr. Nguyen provides comprehensive oral health care services for infants, children, and adolescents alike.
After receiving her dental degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Dr. Nguyen completed her general practice residency at St. Joseph's Children Hospital and University Medical Center in Paterson, New Jersey. She went on to complete another residency in pediatric dentistry at St. Barnabas Hospital in New York City, where she served as chief resident.
Dr. Nguyen then underwent extensive training at the Rose F. Kennedy Children's Evaluation and Rehabilitation Center in New York City, where she provided dental care for young patients with physical and developmental disabilities. She’s also specially trained to treat children of all ages with sedation dentistry options including nitrous oxide, oral sedation, in-office intravenous (IV) sedation, and general anesthesia, which is done in a hospital setting.
On staff at Hackensack University Medical Center, Dr. Nguyen serves as an attending physician, clinical floor supervisor, and resident student instructor in the pediatric dental department.
In addition to being a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Nguyen is an active member of many professional associations, including the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, New Jersey Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and American Dental Association, among others. Dr. Nguyen has been nominated several times as Top Pediatric Dentist in NJ Monthly magazine voted by other dental colleagues and has been awarded Incisal Edge's 40 under 40. The Incisal Edge "Top 40 Under 40" is a program aimed at recognizing innovative and passionate young professionals in dentistry.
As one of the most highly respected and well-known pediatric dentists in New Jersey, Dr. Nguyen has been included in the “Top Dentists” by the Consumers’ Research Council of America and was also named “NJ’s Favorite Kids’ Doc” by New Jersey Family magazine.
“My daughter Makayla had a great experience with Dr. Rachel. She had minimal pain after two bottom teeth extractions. Staff is also awesome so sweet and helpful. Thank you!”
Dr. Tontat, DMD ("Dr. Yasmin") is so excited to be joining Edgewater Pediatric Dentistry! She is passionate about oral health and helping families build meaningful relationships with their dental team. Originally from sunny southern California, Dr. Yasmin studied Psychobiology at the University of California, Los Angeles. She went on to receive her Doctorate of Dental Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania where she concurrently received her Masters of Public Health through the Perelman School of Medicine and completed a fellowship at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) to expand her training on caring for children with different neurodevelopmental disabilities. Having fallen in love with the east coast, she then completed her pediatric residency at New York Presbyterian Kids/Columbia University Medical Center with special competence in caring for children with special healthcare needs and craniofacial conditions.
Dr. Yasmin is an active member of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and the American Academy of Developmental Medicine and Dentistry. In her free time, you can find her cooking new recipes, running along the Hudson River, or exploring the city with her Australian Shepherd, Oso!
“My daughter Makayla had a great experience with Dr. Rachel. She had minimal pain after two bottom teeth extractions. Staff is also awesome so sweet and helpful. Thank you!”
Dr. Padavathil (“Dr.Sybil”) is a transplant from the Sunshine State! She was born and raised in the Fort Lauderdale area and obtained her undergraduate degree from the University of Florida. She then moved up north to pursue her dental education at Boston University. After completing a residency in Brooklyn and working for one year as a general dentist, Dr. Sybil decided that her passion was working with children. She then went back into training to complete her two-year residency in pediatrics where she treated countless patients from all backgrounds and needs. Being a mom of two, Dr. Sybil strives to provide the highest quality of care that she would want for her own children. She is experienced with meeting the needs of patients who would be better treated with sedation services including General Anesthesia, IV sedation, or nitrous oxide.
When Dr. Sybil isn't in the office, she can be found spending time with her husband, her two young children, and their dog Oliver. She enjoys being active, spending time outdoors (especially at the beach), and having dance parties with her kids!
“My daughter Makayla had a great experience with Dr. Rachel. She had minimal pain after two bottom teeth extractions. Staff is also awesome so sweet and helpful. Thank you!”
Dr. Gopi Surti is a board-eligible pediatric dentist who loves being a part of the top-rated team at EPD! For as long as she can remember, she has had a strong liking for dentistry and has been passionate about helping children. She enjoys treating children of all ages and creating positive, memorable dental experiences. Dr. Gopi is dedicated to providing a comprehensive, comfortable, and trusting environment for her patients, which is built on the basis of individualized care. Her goal is to motivate her patients to develop and maintain healthy, lifelong habits. Dr. Gopi loves seeing a child’s confidence grow with a happy and healthy smile each visit.
Dr. Gopi was born in Edison, NJ and grew up in Manchester, CT. She attended college at New York University, where she completed her undergraduate degree in Nutrition. She then went on to earn her Masters in Biomedical Sciences at Midwestern University in Downers Grove, IL. After leaving the Midwest, Dr. Gopi went to Boston, MA to earn her dental degree from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. She returned back to the northeast to complete a two-year residency in pediatric dentistry at Brookdale Hospital in Brooklyn, NY where she received extensive, specialized training in pediatric behavior management and sedation.
Dr. Gopi is an active member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the New Jersey Dental Association. In her spare time, Dr. Gopi enjoys working out, exploring NYC, and playing with her dog, Cashew!
“My daughter Makayla had a great experience with Dr. Rachel. She had minimal pain after two bottom teeth extractions. Staff is also awesome so sweet and helpful. Thank you!”