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Michael Liou, MD, FACC, FSCAI, is a skilled, board certified interventional cardiologist practicing at Chinatown Cardiology P.C., which has locations in Flushing, Brooklyn, Chinatown, and the Upper West Side of Manhattan. 

Dr. Liou earned his medical degree from SUNY Stony Brook School of Medicine after completing the prestigious Sophie Davis Biomedical Education Program at CUNY City College. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at NYU Langone Medical Center and performed his fellowship training in cardiovascular disease at Beth Israel Medical Center (now known as Mount Sinai Beth Israel) and returned to NYU Langone Medical Center for his advanced interventional cardiology subspecialty fellowship. 

Although he provides care for all cardiovascular conditions, Dr. Liou’s clinical expertise is in performing transradial cardiac catheterization, peripheral endovascular intervention, percutaneous mitral & aortic valvuloplasty, and ASD/PFO closure. He continues to participate in clinical research with a special focus on cardiovascular diseases affecting Asian Americans. 

Dr. Liou is multi-board certified in cardiovascular diseases, echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, and interventional cardiology.

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Peggy Elango, DO, is a primary care physician serving patients in the New York City area. At her practice in the Lenox Hill area of Manhattan, she provides a wide range of internal and concierge medicine services.

Dr. Elango attended Michigan State University, where she received her medical degree. She is board certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine and is a member of the American Osteopathic Association. She speaks English and French, which makes her accessible to patients from a variety of cultural backgrounds.

Dr. Elango is originally from Cameroon and grew up in Atlanta, Georgia. She comes from a family of physicians. Dr. Elango believes in listening to each patient and creating a partnership to maintain and improve lifelong health. Patients trust her expertise because she consistently provides high-quality care that leads to positive and lasting health outcomes.

Dr. Elango is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital and NYU Langone Health.

Jeffrey Crespin, MD

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Jeffrey Crespin, MD, has been a practicing gastroenterologist in Manhattan for more than 20 years and has convenient office locations across New York City in the Upper East Side, Midtown East, and Midtown West. As a board-certified gastroenterologist, Dr. Crespin strives to provide the highest quality medical care in a compassionate, professional, and personalized manner.

Dr. Crespin graduated cum laude from Harvard University with a bachelor’s degree in biology. After spending a year studying cinema, psychology, and literature at the Sorbonne in France, Dr. Crespin attended Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri, where he graduated with his medical degree. He then completed his internship and residency training through the University of Minnesota before rounding out his training with a fellowship in gastroenterology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. In addition to his medical education and training, Dr. Crespin has a Master of Business Administration from the New York University (NYU) Stern School of Business.

Before opening up his private practice, Dr. Crespin served as the director of the Columbia-St. Luke's Roosevelt GI clinic. He is expertly trained in endoscopic procedures, which allows for direct visualization of the intestinal tract for optimal diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of gastrointestinal diseases such as irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn’s disease, and colitis. To ensure his patients have access to the best care possible, Dr. Crespin conveniently offers same-day, late-hour, and weekend appointments.

Recognized as one of New York’s “Top Doctors,” Dr. Crespin is affiliated with NYU Lenox Hill Hospital, St. Luke's Roosevelt, and the Beth Israel hospitals. He is also a clinical assistant professor of medicine at NYU.

 

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Elizabeth (Beth) Traflet, MSN, WHNP, MSCP, is a board-certified women’s health nurse practitioner with a deep commitment to advancing personalized, evidence-based care for women at every stage of life. Known for her compassionate and thorough approach, Beth is passionate about closing the longstanding gaps in women’s healthcare—particularly in the areas of hormone health, menopause, and chronic gynecologic conditions.

Beth began her nursing career at Lenox Hill Hospital in labor and delivery after earning her degree from New York University. Driven by a desire to offer more comprehensive, long-term care for women, she earned her master’s in nursing from Columbia University, becoming a nurse practitioner to expand her role beyond childbirth and into lifelong wellness.

For several years, Beth worked in general obstetrics and gynecology, treating a wide range of conditions including irregular bleeding, vaginitis, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and reproductive health concerns. Over time, her clinical focus shifted as she became increasingly aware of the widespread misinformation and lack of research surrounding perimenopause and postmenopause care. Seeking more innovative and individualized solutions, she joined a women’s health startup specializing in functional medicine, hormone testing, and longevity-based care. During this time, she earned her Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP) certification, equipping her with advanced knowledge in midlife hormone management and personalized treatment strategies.

Beth’s approach is rooted in both professional expertise and personal experience. Diagnosed with PCOS herself, she experienced the transformative power of tailored hormone care—improving her sleep, mood, energy, and overall vitality. This journey deepened her commitment to helping other women navigate hormonal changes with clarity, confidence, and science-backed support.

At TārāMD, Beth offers personalized care plans that blend conventional and integrative medicine, helping women optimize their health through all phases of life—from menstruation to menopause and beyond.

Certifications:

• Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner (Board Certified)

• Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP)

• International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)

• Registered Nurse Certified in Maternal Newborn Nursing (RNC-MNN)

• Registered Nurse Certified in Inpatient Obstetrics (RNC-OB)

Dr. Vinod Somareddy, PT, DPT, is the founder and president of Reddy Care Physical & Occupational Therapy with locations throughout New York in Farmingdale, Great Neck, North Shore Towers, Oceanside, Woodbury, Bayside, Deer Park, and Upper Westside of New York Cit. Started in 2003, Dr. Somareddy built his practice under the guiding principles of providing quality care that fosters a patient-centered culture committed to improving the lives of everyone who comes through the door. 

As the eldest son in the family, Dr. Somareddy decided to honor his father’s own dedication to patient care, naming his practice after him. Dr. Somareddy’s father, nicknamed “Reddy,” worked as a nurse at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, where he garnered a reputation for his knowledge, perseverance, and compassionate patient care. Dr. Somareddy knows his success stems from his father’s influence, and he built a team that puts the patient’s needs above all else.

Dr. Somareddy earned his degree at the State University of New York Upstate Medical University in Syracuse. Dedicated to his profession, he is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association and participates in many educational programs, lecturing on clinical and administrative topics.

In his spare time. Dr. Somareddy enjoys playing sports and watching baseball, traveling, exercising, and broadening his skills in business management.

Jeffrey Crespin, MD

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Jeffrey Crespin, MD, has been a practicing gastroenterologist in Manhattan for more than 20 years and has convenient office locations across New York City in the Upper East Side, Midtown East, and Midtown West. As a board-certified gastroenterologist, Dr. Crespin strives to provide the highest quality medical care in a compassionate, professional, and personalized manner.

Dr. Crespin graduated cum laude from Harvard University with a bachelor’s degree in biology. After spending a year studying cinema, psychology, and literature at the Sorbonne in France, Dr. Crespin attended Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri, where he graduated with his medical degree. He then completed his internship and residency training through the University of Minnesota before rounding out his training with a fellowship in gastroenterology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. In addition to his medical education and training, Dr. Crespin has a Master of Business Administration from the New York University (NYU) Stern School of Business.

Before opening up his private practice, Dr. Crespin served as the director of the Columbia-St. Luke's Roosevelt GI clinic. He is expertly trained in endoscopic procedures, which allows for direct visualization of the intestinal tract for optimal diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of gastrointestinal diseases such as irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn’s disease, and colitis. To ensure his patients have access to the best care possible, Dr. Crespin conveniently offers same-day, late-hour, and weekend appointments.

Recognized as one of New York’s “Top Doctors,” Dr. Crespin is affiliated with NYU Lenox Hill Hospital, St. Luke's Roosevelt, and the Beth Israel hospitals. He is also a clinical assistant professor of medicine at NYU.

 

Dr. William Martin is a top-rated internist and primary care physician serving patients from Midtown Manhattan and throughout the Greater New York City metro region. As a skilled and compassionate physician, Dr. Martin is skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide array of conditions, including sinusitis, bronchitis, asthma, diabetes, urinary tract infections, high cholesterol and high blood pressure, chronic fatigue, migraines, eczema, psoriasis, colds and other respiratory infections, back pain, anxiety and depression, and thyroid disorders.

Dr. Martin received his medical degree from the University of Vermont after receiving a bachelor's degree in chemistry from the same institution, and completed his residency in internal medicine at St. Lukes-Roosevelt Hospital in New York City. As a leading physician dedicated to the needs of his patients, Dr. Martin maintains active memberships in several medical associations and is a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Dr. Martin is a strong proponent of patient-centered care and patient education, ensuring each patient he treats receives the most appropriate care and treatment based on an in-depth evaluation of the patient's unique needs, medical history and current health status. During office visits, every patient receives the information they need to understand the medical issues they face, including existing and emerging disease risk factors, and the treatment options that are available to them so they can make confident and informed decisions about their care.

Dr. Martin enjoys meeting new patients at his practice on East 54^th Street, and the practice accepts most major forms of medical insurance plans.

Dr. Marissa T. Santos has more than 25 years of experience as a board-certified internist and aesthetic medicine physician. At her Woodside, New York solo practice, Marissa T. Santos, M.D., Dr. Santos offers a wide variety of care for adult patients, including preventive health care, laser hair removal, CoolSculpting® fat removal, screenings including Pap smear, and many other kinds of care. As a licensed Civil Surgeon, Dr. Santos performs medical immigration exams as well.

Dr. Santos is Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) certified. The PCMH certification is a highly respected one that means a physician is qualified to manage the entire spectrum of patient health needs. If patients need specialists, they’re right on the premises. Dr. Santos maintains local hospital affiliations to be there for her patients at all times,

Having earned her medical degree at the University of Santo Tomas in Manila, Philippines, Dr. Santos then continued her medical education at the State University of New York Downstate Medical Center, the Jersey Shore University Medical Center, and the New York Hospital in Queens. Dr. Santos regularly attends internal medicine conferences so that she can keep her practice up-to-date with the newest advances in medicine.

Dr. Santos speaks Spanish, English, Filipino, and Russian, and she enjoys talking with patients in the language they feel most comfortable speaking. Use the online appointment tool to schedule now, or call for an appointment with Dr. Santos.

Dr. Michael Aziz is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician, author, and a broadcast media commentator. He serves as an attending physician at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. Dr. Aziz completed his medical training at Long Island Jewish Medical Center and Staten Island University Hospital. He is a member of the American College of Physicians,  the American Society of Internal Medicine, and a fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine in the United Kingdom. Dr. Aziz has also been a keynote speaker at numerous national and international conferences, including those organized by the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine.

As the founder of the practice that integrates traditional and functional medicine, Dr. Aziz focuses on addressing  the root causes of diseases. He is the author of "The Perfect Diet," a book that challenges outdated dietary guidelines, and advocates a balanced diet including full-fat products. The Perfect 10 Diet is also different from both low-carb and keto diets since it is balanced and it does not allow any chemicals such as nitrites since they are linked to many types of cancer.  

Upon release, The Perfect 10 Diet and Dr. Michael Aziz were featured on ABC's billboard in Times Square in NYC. He also made it on the cover of "First for Women," one of the largest magazines in the United States. The Perfect 10 Diet went on to become a national bestseller. The Perfect 10 Diet hit the number one book sold and downloaded on Amazon for 12 consecutive weeks. The Perfect 10 Diet was translated into several foreign languages including; Italian, Chinese, Mandarin, Slovenian, Urdu, Malay, and Indonesian. Dr. Aziz and The Perfect 10 Diet were featured on countless TV shows including "The View," "The Doctors," "Fox and Friends," and "Dr. Oz." 

In 2025, Dr. Aziz released "The Ageless Revolution,' a book that addresses aging as a disease by targeting its underlying causes. Motivated by the high mortality rates in the US during the COVID-19 pandemic, he emphasizes the need for proactive health measures to increase lifespan. His approach integrates traditional and functional medicine aiming to treat the root causes of diseases rather than the sypmtoms. The book was an immediate bestseller upon release, hitting the number one spot on Amazon in the longevity category. It has also been picked up internationally to be translated into several foreign languages.

Dr Aziz is a prolific medical contributor to Life Extension Magazine with the "Ask the Doctor"column. He has also been a medical contributor to The Boardroom Newsletters which reached over 7 million subscribers with health advice. Dr. Aziz's columns, articles, and opinions have been published in The LA Times, CNN.com, Fox.com, The Washington Post, WebMD, The NY Post, the Daily News,  as well as in many publications internationally such as The Daily Mail, in the UK, and Paris Match, in France. 

Dr. Aziz regularly provides medical commentary on many health networks, including NPR, Fox, ABC, WGN Chicago, NBC, Telemundo, and Dubai TV. Dr. Aziz is passionate about philanthropy. He has volunteered to help New Yorkers during the Covid-19 pandemic, and has volunteered in rural islands in Indonesia. He is also donating the proceeds of The Ageless Revolution to help women affected by breast cancer. 

I am clinician with active listening skills & broad speciality background has developed skills of taking challenging cases. I am also board certified pediatrician & spent years in training & active practice. All patients are important to me and my staff and we try to deliver best service possible. we try to spend approperiate time to all patient s to fullfill their needs.

Dr. Saltzman realized a calling to medicine during the height of the HIV/AIDS crisis in New York City in the mid-eighties.  Prior to entering the field of medicine Dr. Saltzman worked in the music business for record companies and publishers. Moving in the NYC club scene of the nineties, Dr. Saltzman saw many of her friends and colleagues become ill with AIDS.  She observed the rampant prejudice and stigma that LGBTQ people and IV drug users suffered, and committed herself to becoming a physician specializing in HIV/AIDS.

Despite not having a background in the sciences Dr. Saltzman was able to earn admission to medical school, while supporting herself as a single parent.  After medical school, she chose to do her residency at St. Vincent’s Hospital in New York City, which was at the forefront of providing specialized treatment for patients with HIV/AIDS.  After completing her residency, she practiced at the Samuels Clinic at Roosevelt Hospital (now The Institute for Advanced Medicine at Mount Sinai), a major outpatient center for patients during the epidemic.  While practicing at the Samuels Clinic, Dr. Saltzman was an early prescriber of the “triple cocktail”, the first effective combination therapy for HIV.

Dr. Saltzman’s interest in addiction was born out of her experience providing care for HIV/AIDS patients who were often IV drug users. She was one of the first physicians in New York City to embrace the use of Suboxone, a novel medication for the treatment of opiate addiction, that allows patients to access treatment without daily clinic visits as is the case with methadone therapy.  Suboxone was one of the first therapies approved for in-office prescribing under the federal Drug Addiction Treatment Act of 2000. By prescribing Suboxone on an outpatient basis Dr. Saltzman is able to help patients get back to their work and family, and functioning at a high level.

Dr. Saltzman founded her busy Midtown Health and Wellness Center in 2000.  She focuses on providing individualized care, realizing that patients need more than the standardized approach for addiction treatment.  Dr. Saltzman provides guidance through all stages of recovery, supporting patients with primary care, individual and group therapy. She feels addiction is treated incorrectly in many settings with a focus on simply handing out prescriptions, instead of a more comprehensive approach.
Dr. Saltzman is a well-known expert in the field of addiction and regularly expresses her views on television, radio, and in the press.  She uses warmth and humor to engage with her patients. She understands where they’re coming from and does not judge them, using empathy and compassion to deliver the most appropriate individualized treatment options.

Jeffrey Crespin, MD

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Jeffrey Crespin, MD, has been a practicing gastroenterologist in Manhattan for more than 20 years and has convenient office locations across New York City in the Upper East Side, Midtown East, and Midtown West. As a board-certified gastroenterologist, Dr. Crespin strives to provide the highest quality medical care in a compassionate, professional, and personalized manner.

Dr. Crespin graduated cum laude from Harvard University with a bachelor’s degree in biology. After spending a year studying cinema, psychology, and literature at the Sorbonne in France, Dr. Crespin attended Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri, where he graduated with his medical degree. He then completed his internship and residency training through the University of Minnesota before rounding out his training with a fellowship in gastroenterology at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. In addition to his medical education and training, Dr. Crespin has a Master of Business Administration from the New York University (NYU) Stern School of Business.

Before opening up his private practice, Dr. Crespin served as the director of the Columbia-St. Luke's Roosevelt GI clinic. He is expertly trained in endoscopic procedures, which allows for direct visualization of the intestinal tract for optimal diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of gastrointestinal diseases such as irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn’s disease, and colitis. To ensure his patients have access to the best care possible, Dr. Crespin conveniently offers same-day, late-hour, and weekend appointments.

Recognized as one of New York’s “Top Doctors,” Dr. Crespin is affiliated with NYU Lenox Hill Hospital, St. Luke's Roosevelt, and the Beth Israel hospitals. He is also a clinical assistant professor of medicine at NYU.

 

Dr. David Harnick is a board-certified cardiologist and electrophysiologist who provides exceptional cardiovascular care at Heartwise Cardiology in the Murray Hill and Upper East Side neighborhoods of New York City.

While he treats the full range of heart conditions, he specializes in helping patients with cardiac arrhythmias, dizziness, and syncope. He specializes in implanting cardiac devices such as pacemakers and defibrillators, and he is an expert in performing a full range of cardiac ablations.

He has been placing Implantable Loop Recorders (ILRs) in the convenience of his office as a quick, safe, and easy procedure to help diagnose and treat arrhythmias.

Dr. Harnick received his undergraduate degree from Rutgers University in New Jersey, where he graduated summa cum laude as a Henry Rutgers Scholar Award recipient. He then graduated with his Doctor of Medicine from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City.

During his second year in medical school, he was awarded a research scholarship from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute Investigator Program. He successfully cloned the first calcium channel in human T-cells, which contributed to understanding the mechanisms involved in cellular signaling. After completing his internal medicine residency at Columbia University Irving Medical Center in New York City, Dr. Harnick returned to Mount Sinai to pursue advanced training in general cardiology and cardiac electrophysiology.

In addition to being named to the New York Times Super Doctors of New York, Dr. Harnick has also been featured in Castle Connolly Best Physicians. He often lectures medical professionals on atrial fibrillation and anticoagulation management and stays involved in clinical trials on multiple studies from cardiac devices to new pharmacologic agents.

Dr. Harnick is affiliated with two prestigious New York City hospitals -  The Mount Sinai Medical Center and Lenox Hill Hospital. He serves as an assistant clinical professor at Mount Sinai Medical Center and a clinical instructor at Lenox Hill, where he is involved in regular teaching of cardiology fellows.

Dr. Harnick welcomes the opportunity to help new and existing patients achieve optimal heart health. 

Dr. Raymonda Rastegar is a triple-boarded cardiologist with certifications in general cardiology, echocardiography, and nuclear cardiology. She has expertise in general and noninvasive cardiology, as well as preventive care. At Heartwise Cardiology in the Murray Hill neighborhood of Manhattan, New York, she treats varied cardiovascular conditions with a special interest in helping patients prevent heart disease and heart attacks. 

With board certification in echocardiography and nuclear cardiology, she offers extensive in-office testing to quickly and accurately diagnose cardiovascular conditions, such as coronary artery disease and valvular heart disease. 

Dr. Rastegar received her medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City. She remained at Mount Sinai for her residency and fellowship training in cardiovascular diseases. 

After completing her fellowship, Dr. Rastegar became co-director of echocardiography and noninvasive cardiology at Beth Israel Medical Center-North Division in New York City. Then she established her private practice, where she is currently the co-director of Heartwise Cardiology.

Dr. Rastegar is affiliated with two prestigious institutions in NY City - New York University Langone Medical Center and the Mount Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Rastegar continues her academic endeavors by teaching medical students and residents at these medical centers.

She stays on the cutting edge of cardiology with her involvement in clinical research studies, including dyslipidemia and coronary artery disease. She is an active speaker and lecturer on these topics.

Dr. Rastegar is honored to be named the New York Times Super Doctors of New York and NY Top Docs best doctors. Dr. Rastegar prides herself on providing personalized and thorough care. She looks forward to working one-on-one with new and existing patients whether they want to prevent heart disease or need exceptional care for existing conditions.