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.
For over 10 years, I have been combining conventional and innovative methods to modern medicine in order to attain unbelievable healing results for my patients. Through active listening and thoughtful questioning, I am able to deliver high-quality care that utilizes the most advancement in medicine. I am particularly interested in health prevention, creating access and delivery of care that is cost-effective and appropriate for the individual.
I graduated in 2009 with honors, where I completed my clinical training in Family Medicine. I am a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner. I was also a clinical faculty at DeSales University for 5 where I had the privilege of helping to mentor the next generation of nurse practitioners.
“He was very knowledgeable and commented on every medicine my husband was currently taking. He took him off medication that was not needed and explained the reason my husband really did not need to continue to use in language I understood. He was kind and professional. I enjoyed speaking to him.”
Dr. Unegbu received his medical degree from Spartan Health Science University at St. Lucia, West Indies
He completed his family medicine residency from Howard University Teaching Hospital in Washington DC
He has experience in both inpatient and outpatient medical practice
He is the present appointed City of Laurel Chief Health Officer
He is a member of American Academy of Family Physicians
He is a member of American Nigerian Physician Association in U.S.A
He is fluent in Spanish. Igbo and English
Blessing Ayanou CRNP received her master’s degree from Walden University at Minneapolis, MN
She completed her family nurse practitioner from Walden University Minneapolis, MN
She has experience in both inpatient and outpatient medical practice
She is fluent in French
Capital City Primary and Immediate Care’s approach to family medicine gives you the flexibility to focus on your health when it works for you. Fernando Porter, MD, and the attentive care team partner with you to support your day-to-day health and self-care routines, at the office location in Silver Spring, Maryland. When you’re sick and need care, the team is standing by around the clock. They will be available to you 24/7 virtually or in-person during routine office hours with providers that can help get you on track. They’ll take the hassle and guesswork out of feeling better.
When you need to manage urgent, preventive, or chronic health conditions, we try our very best to make it easy and are there for you at the touch of a button. From healthy eating to vaccinations and preventive physical exams, we provide trusted health care solutions that are driven by compassion, integration of technology, and use of the most up-to-date, evidence-based information.
Capital City Primary and Immediate Care is a proud member of Privia Medical Group - a physician-led, multi-specialty, national medical group.
To make an appointment, call Capital City Primary and Immediate Care or book an appointment online today.
“Dr. Porter is exceptional.He is attentive and most of all very knowledgeable. His staff is the same way also friendly. I was glad I had gone to see him.”
Dr Fernando Porter, MD
Family Physician
1145 19th St NW
Suite 200
Washington, DC 20036
4.9(157)
Dr. Deepali Patel, FNP-BC
Family Nurse Practitioner 21.7 mi
4229 Lafayette Center Dr
STE 1125B-1
Chantilly, VA 20151
Deepali Patel, FNP-BC, is a family medicine nurse practitioner at Washington Internal Medicine in Virginia. Deepali completed a Diploma in Nursing in 2004 at Helene Fuld School of Nursing in New Jersey and has been an RN since 2004. She completed Bachelors in Public Health in 2021 at the American Public University System in Virginia. Deepali brings over 15 years of clinical experience in diverse settings, offering excellent patient assessment skills and a dedication to providing holistic, high-quality care as a registered nurse with multiple positions. Deepali Patel went on to complete Masters of Science in Family Nurse Practice (2021) from Frontier Nursing University in Hyden, Kentucky.
She is a licensed Family Nurse Practitioner in Virginia and Board-Certified by the American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC).
Deepali is dedicated to assisting all patients with acute and long-term chronic diseases and improving overall well-being through treatment and optimal life choices. She has proven skills in helping high risk patients, highly trained in completing clinical assessments and diligent in evaluating medical records and coordinating care plans. Her goal is high quality care and improve patient health and health outcomes. She is compassionate and harbors strong communication and interpersonal skills with in-depth understanding of chronic care management. She is passionate in building long term relationships with patients centered on trust, compassion and professionalism.
“I've already discussed with Dr. Coupet so that it is known. I would like to see an improvement in the area of timeliness of the appointment. I understand that things do happen that can throw the schedule off for the day, but this should be be an exception, not the rule. As patients, our time is valuable too, so I would like to feel that as part of the totality of the visit.”
Dr. Dimitri Coupet, MD
Family Physician
14201 Laurel Park Drive
Laurel, MD 20707
4.9(22)
5.0
(25)
Ms. Carmen Chatten, FNP-BC
Family Physician 21.9 mi
“Dr. Chatten has been instrumental in helping me dig my way out of a deep depression and overwhelming anxiety and adhd. She is an active listener and I always feel heard. Whether I am making progress, or vice versa, she has great suggestions or “homework” that helps so much. She is fantastic and I wouldn’t be where I am today, mentally/emotionally without her help.”
Dr. Rohit Suri is a board-certified obesity medicine specialist at Nova Physician Wellness Center. Serving patients in Fairfax, Arlington, Tysons Corner, Sterling, and Lansdowne/Ashburn, Virginia, he is dedicated to providing individuals with care to ensure their future health, using both cutting-edge medical research and more traditional, conventional methods.
As an expert in weight loss, he helps men and women navigate the challenges associated with nutrition, exercise, behavioral change, and more.
He is a board-certified obesity medicine specialist and also a long-standing member of the American Society of Obesity Medicine and has completed specialized training in this new and emerging field. He is also a board-certified family physician and has been practicing medicine for the last 12 years.
Dr. Suri enjoys creating trusting, confident relationships with his patients. His goal is to help each individual prevent disease, achieve a healthy weight, and reduce risk factors for health complications through positive lifestyle changes. With an emphasis on safe, long-lasting results, he helps patients transform their bodies and their lives.
Melissa Falkowski attended Mount Saint Mary College where she graduated Summa Cum Laude with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree. Melissa has over 15 years of experience in the healthcare field, including Oncology, Preoperative, and Postoperative care, and Operating Room experience. After working for 2 years in the Operating Room with Dr. Desai, Melissa joined the team at International Spine, Pain & Performance Center in 2017. As Chief Operating Officer, Melissa is focused on ensuring all clinical standards are met to guarantee that our patients receive optimal and cutting edge care. Melissa partners with the clinicians at ISPPC to execute our mission statement of being leaders in clinical excellence. In her spare time, Melissa enjoys traveling the world with her husband and daughter, and spending time with their family and friends.
Xinna Yi is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Science in Nursing from Wilkes University, which she completed in 2023. She brings a wealth of experience from her work in a family medical clinic and her previous role as a Registered Nurse specializing in cardiology medicine. Before transitioning to nursing, she graduated from medical school in China and gained one and a half years of experience as a gastrointestinal physician at an academic hospital in China.
Xinna is committed to patient-centered care, employing a collaborative, team-based approach to healthcare. She has a passion for continuous learning and teaching. In her personal life, she enjoys spending time with her family, reading, watching movies, and traveling.
Gastro Center of Maryland, with locations in Annapolis, Columbia, Olney, Riverdale, Timonium and Gaithersburg, Maryland, is a medical facility that offers treatment for a variety of gastrointestinal and liver disorders:
Management of a complete range of Gastrointestinal, Liver and Pancreatic disorders, including Acid reflux/GERD, Stomach ulcers, Celiac disease, Irritable bowel syndrome, Colitis & Crohn’s Disease, Liver disease, Hemorrhoids and Constipation, Rectal bleeding etc.
Onsite Ambulatory Surgery Centers with State of the Art HD equipment, GI Genius™GIQuiC participation, and with accreditation from the Accreditation Associates for Abulatory Health Care, Inc. (AAAHC.)
Innovative and cutting edge Diagnostics and Medical Treatment- including Bravo pH Testing, PillCam SB Capsule Endoscopy, STRETTA anti-reflux procedure, Orbera intragastric balloon procedure for weight loss and more.
IBD Infusion Center for Biologic (Remicade, Entyvio, Stelara) and Injectafer infusions.
These are only a few of the many gastrointestinal conditions treated on a regular basis. Patients are offered individualized treatment plans based on state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and techniques that provide them with accurate and complete information. The professional staff at the facility have many years of experience to provide their patients with the most innovative and advanced treatments possible. The Providers focus on a comprehensive and Integrative treatment plan.
Gastro Center of Maryland is currently welcoming new patients, call or book an appointment online today!
Mrs. Monica Lovins, is a Certified Adult Nurse Practitioner who has been in health care for the last 40 years, advancing her career as a registered nurse in the ICU, Educator in the ICU as well as teaching at Catholic University of America while attaining her master’s in science with a GPA of 3.89, from Felician University, Lodi, New Jersey. She has received multiple nursing award to include excellence and expertise in multiple nursing modalities.
Monica joined Gastro Center of Maryland in 2017 after many years at John’s Hospital Bayview in the Department of Surgery, Bariatric Department. Her mission to treat all gastrointestinal diseases and facilitate, best outcomes for patients who suffer from chronic gastrointestinal diseases.
When off Monica enjoys quilting as well as spending time with family and friends.
Colleen Abell is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She graduated with aMaster of Science in Nursing from Georgetown University in 2006. She has practiced as a nurse practitioner for the past sixteen years. Ms. Abell's experience includes working in a family medical clinic, but she spent most of her career providing care for patients recovering from Bariatric and GI surgical/oncology procedures. Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, Ms. Abell worked as a Registered Nurse in cardiology and emergency medicine.
Colleen joined the Gastro Center of Maryland in 2021 after relocating from the NY/NJ area. She is dedicated to being a great provider and advocate for her patients. Outside of work, Ms. Abell enjoys spending time with her husband and three boys.
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