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Alexander C. Scopellite MS, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant who has been employed with the OrthoCenter since 2019. Alex received his Masters as a Physician Assistant from Seton Hall University 2019. He has always had a passion for the orthopaedic medical field which he discovered working at Bayshore Medical Center in the OR during his undergraduate and graduate education.

Alex currently functions as the managing PA-C for the practice. His primary responsibilities include assisting all the surgeons in the practice in the operating room, as well as seeing patients admitted to the hospital and in the emergency room at Riverview Medical Center and Bayshore Medical Center. Alex will perform bedside fracture and dislocation reductions, application of splints, application of wound vac systems, and intra-articular joint injections/aspirations.

Alex also occasionally sees patients in the outpatient office setting; evaluating new patients, managing patients in the post-operative period, and see patients for routine repeat injections.

Dr. Elad Tennen is a Board-Certified Sports Medicine Physician who provides expert care to patients at Orthocenter. Dr. Tennen specializes in Non-Operative Sports Medicine with experience treating Musculoskeletal injuries and systemic athletic conditions from your weekend warrior to the professional athlete.

Dr. Tennen received his undergraduate degree in Biology with minors in Mathematics and Chemistry from Ramapo College of New Jersey, graduating with Honors. Following graduation, Dr. Tennen went on to Ross University School of Medicine for his Medical Degree. After receiving his Medical Degree Dr. Tennen completed an Internal Medicine Internship at Elmhurst Hospital in affiliation with Mount Sinai Hospital.

After his Internship, Dr. Tennen completed his Residency in Family Medicine from the Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in Somerset NJ. After Residency, Dr. Tennen completed an ACGME Accredited Fellowship at Atlantic Sports Health in Morristown NJ. While in Fellowship, Dr. Tennen’s training involved providing sideline medical coverage for the New York Jets, Division I athletes from Seton Hall University and a private hockey league.

Dr. Tennen practices non-surgical techniques, using conservative measures to allow patients to rehabilitate from their injuries. His Primary Care background allows for treatment of Non-Orthopaedic / medical injuries in athletes ranging from concussion management/return to play, athletic fatigue, overtraining, exercised induced asthma, as well as management of athletes with other chronic medical conditions. Dr. Tennen believes in using the patient-centered approach in providing care and building a strong rapport with his patients.

Dr. Tennen is a New Jersey native who was raised nearby in Marlboro NJ. He enjoys spending time with his family, watching football and following the fitness industry. Dr. Tennen plays an active role in his community serving as the District Physician for several local school districts in Monmouth County NJ.

Benjamin J Scopellite MS, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Assistant. He received his bachelor's in Biology from Seton Hall University in 2019, and Subsequently his Masters's as a Physician Assistant from Seton Hall University in 2021.

Benjamin has always had a great interest in orthopedic surgery and since graduating as a PA in 2021 he has worked in orthopedics.

During his practice he has seen patients in the emergency and inpatient hospital setting as well as the outpatient clinic; in addition to acting as a surgical first assist in a wide variety of orthopedic procedures.

Benjamin joined Orthocenter in 2022. His primary responsibilities include assisting the surgeons in the operating room and seeing patients at both Riverview Medical Center and Bayshore Medical Center. Benjamin also sees patients in the outpatient office setting.

General family medicine physician Joseph R Raccuglia, MD, provides exemplary care to the residents of Freehold Township, New Jersey. He graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, Virginia in May of 1993 and completed his Family Practice residency at the Mountainside Family Practice Residency Program in Montclair, New Jersey in June of 1996. A Brooklyn native, he completed his undergraduate degree at CUNY, Brooklyn College.

Before opening his Wemrock Professional Mall office in July 2004, Dr. Raccuglia practiced with the Freehold Medical Group, from July 1996 through June 2004. Subsequently, he moved the practice to its current site at the Freehold Office Plaza in 2007.

He is board-certified in family practice by the American Board of Family Medicine, a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, as well as the New Jersey Academy of Family Physicians.

Dr. Raccuglia is on staff at CentraState Hospital, Freehold. He is an active Family Medicine instructor at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Brunswick and an Associate Professor in Family Medicine at New Jersey Medical School in Newark, New Jersey.

Meet Estelle, a passionate healthcare professional originally from the quaint rural town of Cumberland, MD. Her journey in the field of healthcare began with her academic pursuits at West Virginia University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Business Administration. At WVU, Estelle excelled academically and showcased her commitment to service as a leader in philanthropy for women's cardiac care through Alpha Phi Sorority.

With a solid foundation in science and business, Estelle spent five years in dermatology before pursuing a Master's degree in Physician Assistant studies at Saint Elizabeth University, focusing on dermatology and plastic surgery.

Estelle's comprehensive training at institutions such as Saint Joe's University Hospital, Good Samaritan, and Atlantic Health Systems reflects her dedication and diverse clinical experience. Board-certified (PA-C) and licensed in New York and New Jersey, she is a member of professional organizations, including the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants. Her commitment to ongoing education is highlighted by completing a diplomats fellowship in dermatology.

Estelle's practice focuses on medical and dermatological care for all skin types, with a particular emphasis on cosmetic procedures to boost confidence in her patients. Her patients benefit from her approach, ensuring each individual receives personalized and comprehensive care. With a passion for advancing dermatological knowledge and enhancing the well-being of her patients, Estelle continues to make a meaningful impact in the field of dermatology. 

Maria Joyce Rowena Bernabe, MD, is a dermatologist with Dermatology Associates of Central NJ in Old Bridge, Freehold, and Union, New Jersey.

Dr. Bernabe is licensed in family practice. She holds certification in radiation therapy of basal and squamous cell carcinoma of the skin. Dr. Bernabe is also certified in cosmetic procedures.

Initially trained in the Philippines, Dr. Bernabe graduated from Ateneo de Davao University, Davao Medical School Foundation with a bachelor’s degree in biology and Doctor of Medicine degree. In the United States, she studied in the Ghent Family Medicine Residency Program at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, Virginia, where all her electives were in dermatology.

When she’s not working, Dr. Bernabe loves to spend time with her family and friends. She’s an avid reader and enjoys a wide range of music, including classical, jazz, and Filipino music. She enjoys photographing and arranging flowers and growing orchids. Sports are also a favorite, as she enjoys cheering on the NFL’s Indianapolis Colts and baseball’s New York Yankees

Dubem Anumba, MD is a Board-Certified Family Medicine physician at Maniya Health in Hamilton, NJ. He has received extensive training in acute and chronic medical conditions. Dr. Anumba enjoys learning about his patients and looking beyond health symptoms while being cognizant of psychological and other social issues. Dr. Anumba values forming long lasting relationships; He believes relationships are soul of medicine and is passionate about making you healthier. He is excited to continue his stay in New Jersey; serving the New Jersey community in both acute and primary care setting.

Dr. Anumba completed residency at Rutgers/Robert Wood Johnson Somerset Hospital in New Jersey where he received extensive training in hospital and community medicine. He also received training at Brookdale University Hospital in Brooklyn, New York. He completed medical school and received his Doctor of Medicine degree at Ross University School of Medicine. He was raised in New York and completed a Bachelors of Science at SUNY Binghamton in New York; majoring in Cell and Molecular biology and History.

Dr. Anumba is an avid sports fan, He loves watching and playing soccer, and basketball. He supports lakers, Giants, Manchester United FC, Real Madrid in English and Spanish Football leagues. He also enjoys karaoke, Korean food, ping pong, tennis, travelling, and music.

Thomas Bills, MD, PhD, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in adult reconstructive surgery and general orthopaedics at Mercer-Bucks Orthopaedics in Hamilton, and Lawrenceville, New Jersey, and Langhorne, Pennsylvania. He is one of the founders of MBO.

Dr. Bills grew up in Trenton, New Jersey. He earned his bachelor’s degree in biology from Syracuse University in New York. He then moved to Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to complete a PhD in pharmacology and a Doctor of Medicine from Jefferson Medical College, now the Sidney Kimmel Medical College in Philadelphia.

He received advanced training in pediatric orthopaedics at Children's Hospital in Philadelphia; Trauma at Robert Wood Johnson Trauma Center in New Jersey; Joint Replacement at the Hospital for Special Surgery; Osteoporosis at Cornell Medical School; and Bone Tumor at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City, New York.

Dr. Bills is an active staff member of Capital Health Systems and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and an active attending staff at Lawrence Rehabilitation Center in Lawrenceville.

He is an associate staff member at St. Mary Medical Center in Langhorne, Pennsylvania. He serves on the research staff as a visiting scientist at The Hospital for Special Surgery in the Department of Orthopaedic Research at Cornell Medical School in New York City, New York.

He is a consulting staff physician at the Metabolic Bone Disease Service and Osteoporosis Center in the Hospital for Special Surgery at Cornell Medical School in New York City.

Dr. Bills is a member of the National Osteoporosis Foundation and a recognized Certified Fracture Liaison. He is a member of the International Osteoporosis Foundation and the International Society of Clinical Densitometry, where he maintains special certification as a Clinical Densitometrist.

Dr. Bills’s work is supported by the multiple honors and awards he has earned, his membership in various professional organizations, and an extensive bibliography and speaking engagement history.

Omar Maniya, MD, MBA, is a Board-Certified Harvard, Georgetown, and Mount Sinai-trained emergency physician at Maniya Health, located in Hamilton, New Jersey. Dr. Maniya is passionate about integrating acute care and primary care. He has also been an innovator and strives to make your health care experience as seamless and convenient as possible.

Dr. Maniya graduated from college and medical school at Georgetown University and completed an MBA at Harvard to understand how to innovate the patient experience. He then trained in emergency medicine at The Mount Sinai Hospital in New York and served as an Emergency Physician at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital and as an academic faculty member at Weill Cornell Medical College. He has represented a quarter million physicians as a Member of the Board of Trustees of the American Medical Association (AMA) and helped shaped the future of Acute Care as President of the Emergency Medicine Residents' Association (EMRA) & a Councilor at the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP).

Dr. Maniya has led technological innovations within the practice, such as remote patient monitoring and care management, as well as redesigned the entire patient experience. He is passionate about making you healthier and happier. To learn more about the services offered by Dr. Maniya and the Maniya Health team, call the office or book online today.

Kunti Patel, PA-C, is a licensed and certified Physician Assistant at Maniya Health, located in Hamilton, New Jersey. She has over nine years of experience as a primary care provider and relishes the opportunity to serve individuals and families living in and around Mercer County.

Kunti earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Philadelphia University (Thomas Jefferson University) in 2009, where she graduated summa cum laude. She then went on to earn her Master of Science in physician assistant studies at the same institution in 2011. 

Kunti has worked at Maniya Health since 2013, and in that time, she has proven that she is a passionate physician assistant who prioritizes patient care. She is licensed to practice as a physician assistant in the state of New Jersey and is a fellow member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA). 

To schedule an appointment with Kunti and the primary care team at Maniya Health, call the office or request an appointment online today.

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Areeg Elayan Elabed, PA-C is a licensed and certified Physician Assistant at Maniya Health, located in Hamilton, New Jersey.

Areeg earned a Bachelors of Science degree in both Neuroscience and Biology at George Mason University. She then completed her Masters of Medical Sciences at Temple University’s Lewis Katz School of Medicine in Philadelphia, PA. She is passionate about serving a diverse community and getting to know her patients. She is dedicated to earning her patient’s trust and making sure they feel heard. Areeg is also fluent in Arabic. She lives in Bucks County, PA with her family. In her spare time she enjoys reading, baking, and hiking through the countryside.

Qudsiya Hussain, MSN-FNP is a licensed and certified Nurse Practitioner at Maniya Health, located in Hamilton, New Jersey.

Qudsiya completed a Bachelor's in Medicine and Surgery degree from Kasturba Medical College in India. She has experience working as a Registered Nurse at St. Francis Medical Center in Trenton, NJ prior to obtaining her Master's in Family Nurse Practice from LaSalle University in Philadelphia, PA.

Qudsiya is passionate about helping provide holistic care that is patient-centered and efficient. In her spare time, she enjoys leading her daughter’s girl scouts troop to fun in faraway places.

Dubem Anumba, MD is a Board-Certified Family Medicine physician at Maniya Health in Hamilton, NJ. He has received extensive training in acute and chronic medical conditions. Dr. Anumba enjoys learning about his patients and looking beyond health symptoms while being cognizant of psychological and other social issues. Dr. Anumba values forming long lasting relationships; He believes relationships are soul of medicine and is passionate about making you healthier. He is excited to continue his stay in New Jersey; serving the New Jersey community in both acute and primary care setting.

Dr. Anumba completed residency at Rutgers/Robert Wood Johnson Somerset Hospital in New Jersey where he received extensive training in hospital and community medicine. He also received training at Brookdale University Hospital in Brooklyn, New York. He completed medical school and received his Doctor of Medicine degree at Ross University School of Medicine. He was raised in New York and completed a Bachelors of Science at SUNY Binghamton in New York; majoring in Cell and Molecular biology and History.

Dr. Anumba is an avid sports fan, He loves watching and playing soccer, and basketball. He supports lakers, Giants, Manchester United FC, Real Madrid in English and Spanish Football leagues. He also enjoys karaoke, Korean food, ping pong, tennis, travelling, and music.