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.
Amy Amarga, MD, is a primary care physician at Northern Medical Group, Primary Care Division, in Fishkill, Hopewell Junction, Poughkeepsie, and Wappinger Falls, New York. Dr. Amarga enjoys helping patients with their medical concerns and ensuring they receive appropriate treatments to fully thrive.
Dr. Amarga pursued a bachelor’s degree in English literature in 2005 at the New York University (NYU) College of Arts & Sciences. She then went on to receive her post-baccalaureate education at Hofstra University, preparing for her medical career.
After graduating, she received her master’s degree in public health at St. George’s University and eventually completed her medical degree at the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine. Dr. Amarga has special medical training in family medicine through St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Yonkers, New York.
During her residency, she has conducted several research projects, including improving asthma outcomes for pediatric asthma patients and supporting women with HIV/AIDS. She is currently a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American Medical Association.
Outside of patient care, she enjoys watching new films, reading, listening to music, and staying active through yoga and skiing.
Renita Butler, MD, is a board-certified internal medicine physician at Northern Medical Group, Primary Care Division, in Fishkill, Hopewell Junction, Poughkeepsie, and Wappinger Falls
, New York. She believes the provider-patient relationship should be about teamwork and that trust is essential in today’s medicine.
Dr. Butler has had a fascination with science, math, and helping others since elementary school. Her parents bought her a play doctor’s kit, and she would check family members' reflexes with a play reflex hammer and try to listen to their hearts with a play stethoscope.
As she grew up, Dr. Butler participated in health fairs, listened to other career health professionals from elementary to high school, and shadowed some doctors in their offices during summers. Her pursuit of becoming an internal medicine physician has been lifelong.
For her undergraduate education, Dr. Butler attended Emory University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology. From there, she went to the University of South Alabama Medical Center for her Doctor of Internal Medicine and completed her residency at Meharry Medical College.
Internal medicine follows a patient’s adult lifespan. Dr. Butler chose this specialty because she wants to provide lifelong care for individuals. She connects with patients by actually listening instead of just hearing. She works with each individual to create the best care for their condition and unique needs.
Outside of work, Dr. Butler is very passionate about music. She even played classical piano for years.
Justin Chua, MD, is a board-certified family medicine physician at Northern Medical Group, Primary Care Division, in Fishkill, Hopewell Junction, Poughkeepsie, and Wappinger Falls, New York. Dr. Chua is happy to provide primary care services to you and your loved ones to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Dr. Chua was born in San Antonio, Texas. He pursued his bachelor’s degree in human biology at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, graduating in 2003. After graduation, he went on to complete his medical education at the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine in 2016. He received his residency training in family medicine at Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center in Johnstown, Pennsylvania.
As a previous hospitalist, Dr. Chua understands the importance of providing patient-centered medical care. He works closely with all of his patients to treat their health concerns, delivering exceptional treatments that help improve their quality of life. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine and always strives to enhance the quality of his care through continuing education.
Dr. Chua has experience in managing a wide variety of health issues, including acute and chronic conditions, like hypertension. At Northern Medical Group, he is truly looking forward to working with you and your family members.
Amy Amarga, MD, is a primary care physician at Northern Medical Group, Primary Care Division, in Fishkill, Hopewell Junction, Poughkeepsie, and Wappinger Falls, New York. Dr. Amarga enjoys helping patients with their medical concerns and ensuring they receive appropriate treatments to fully thrive.
Dr. Amarga pursued a bachelor’s degree in English literature in 2005 at the New York University (NYU) College of Arts & Sciences. She then went on to receive her post-baccalaureate education at Hofstra University, preparing for her medical career.
After graduating, she received her master’s degree in public health at St. George’s University and eventually completed her medical degree at the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine. Dr. Amarga has special medical training in family medicine through St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Yonkers, New York.
During her residency, she has conducted several research projects, including improving asthma outcomes for pediatric asthma patients and supporting women with HIV/AIDS. She is currently a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American Medical Association.
Outside of patient care, she enjoys watching new films, reading, listening to music, and staying active through yoga and skiing.
Casandra is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner in family medicine. She has been a Nurse Practitioner since 2020. She has a bachelor's degree in nursing from SUNY EmpireState College and a master's degree from Mount Saint Mary College as a family nurse practitioner. Casandra has worked in critical care, emergency medicine, and surgerical services for over 25 years. During her time spent in the acute care setting, she developed a desire to help patients with their health before they fall ill. Casandra has a special interest in integrative health, anti-aging medicine, hormone replacement therapy, and weight loss with a focus on peptide therapy.
When she has free time, she likes to be in the kitchen cooking.
Casandra is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner in family medicine. She has been a Nurse Practitioner since 2020. She has a bachelor's degree in nursing from SUNY EmpireState College and a master's degree from Mount Saint Mary College as a family nurse practitioner. Casandra has worked in critical care, emergency medicine, and surgerical services for over 25 years. During her time spent in the acute care setting, she developed a desire to help patients with their health before they fall ill. Casandra has a special interest in integrative health, anti-aging medicine, hormone replacement therapy, and weight loss with a focus on peptide therapy.
When she has free time, she likes to be in the kitchen cooking.
Samantha Ortiz is our Co-Founder, Neurotoxin, Dermal Filler, and Aesthetics Specialist. She is a Registered Nurse specializing in neurotoxins, dermal fillers, and facial and body rejuvenation. She brings an ambitious and driven attitude towards patient-centered care to the practice. Samantha has over 8 years of experience in medical aesthetics. She continually advances her education to ensure the use of the latest and most advanced treatment protocols. Additionally, Samantha is a Pediatric Nurse spending much of her time caring for children in need.
Samantha enjoys hiking, traveling, and doing volunteer work in her free time. She volunteers with Dr. Elaine Suderio with Healing the Children, an organization providing free surgical services to children in need all over the world. Samantha is committed to ensuring the best possible outcomes for all of her patients.