Sudhir Aggarwal, MD, PhD, is a highly trained and compassionate neurologist dedicated to using the best and latest treatments to help patients live a long, meaningful life. He welcomes new and existing patients at his practice, Lower Merion Neurology PC, located in Paoli, Pennsylvania, and Narberth, Pennsylvaniaand serving the larger Main Line area, where his expertise in treatment options ensures that his patients maintain optimal neurological health.

Dr. Aggarwal specializes in treating stroke, migraines, seizures, multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson’s disease, in office and hospital settings. He offers comprehensive services for Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. He also has extensive experience injecting Botox® to relieve muscle spasticity and migraine headaches. Dr. Aggarwal helps patients with chronic pain conditions such as complex regional pain syndrome find relief using non-opioid treatment options including Ketamine, Lidocaine and IVIg infusions.

After receiving his medical degree at Government Medical College, Patiala in Punjab, India, Dr. Aggarwal completed his neurology residency at Drexel University College of Medicine, Hahnemann University Hospital in Philadelphia. He then went on to finish fellowship training in Vascular Neurology at Rutgers University- New Jersey Medical School in Newark, NJ. Dr. Aggarwal is Board-certified in Neurology and Vascular Neurology.

Dr. Aggarwal brings a broad range of neurology experience to his practice, having worked at teaching and community hospitals and serving as the Medical Director of stroke services at a suburban community hospital. He holds academic appointments at Philadelphia’s Lewiz Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine in Scranton, Pennsylvania.
Since earning a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, Dr. Aggarwal has taken an active role in medical research. He has authored multiple articles and presented his work at numerous conferences, including the International Stroke Conference and meetings of the American Academy of Neurology. He has been invited to lecture on neurological topics and to participate in televised discussions on stroke and other neurological conditions.

As a patient listener and a caring physician, Dr. Aggarwal is popular among his patients and peers. He speaks English, Hindi, and Punjabi.

Dr. Aggarwal is currently accepting new patients at Lower Merion Neurology PC and looks forward to offering them, as well as current patients, exceptional neurological care.

 

Click here to read Dr. Aggarwal's CV

Samantha is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a wealth of experience in the mental health field. With a dedication spanning several years, Samantha specializes in diagnosing mental illnesses and prescribing medications to address mood disorders, anxiety, and ADHD. Samantha's approach to patient care is characterized by kindness, empathy, attention to detail, and a receptive attitude. She firmly believes in fostering a collaborative environment where clients feel understood and empowered on their journey to mental wellness. In addition to traditional psychiatric interventions, Samantha incorporates holistic approaches into her practice, recognizing the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit in achieving optimal mental health. Passionate about mental health advocacy, Samantha is committed to staying informed about the latest advancements in psychiatric care and regularly engages in professional development opportunities. Her unwavering dedication

Nina Patel, CRNP, is a certified psychiatric nurse practitioner at Alpine Psychiatry in King of Prussia (KOP), Pennsylvania. Nina takes pride in providing high-quality, personalized, and comprehensive care to all patients 12 years and up at the adult and child psychiatry practice. She offers both in-person and telemedicine appointments.

In 2019, Nina earned an Associate of Arts Degree in Nursing from Bucks County Community College in Newtown, Pennsylvania. Next, she received a Bachelor's in Nursing from Anderson University (AU) in Anderson, South Carolina, followed by her Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in 2021, which she also obtained at AU.

Before joining Alpine Psychiatry, Nina worked as a Charge Nurse at Horsham Clinic in Ambler, Pennsylvania.

As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, Nina’s goal is to provide culturally informed mental health care to complex acute and chronic psychiatric disorders while having the patient play an active part in decision-making.

She is a committed and diligent professional in developing individualized care plans, collecting and analyzing patient data, and facilitating treatment. She is a highly effective communicator who uses verbal and nonverbal communication techniques with patients, their families, and colleagues.

During her patients’ initial visits, Nina aims to build therapeutic relationships with each individual, including adolescents, adult clients, and families, when providing personalized treatment plans.

Nina is passionate about working with clients, helping them to identify their strengths, and assisting them in working towards their goals.

Sudhir Aggarwal, MD, PhD, is a highly trained and compassionate neurologist dedicated to using the best and latest treatments to help patients live a long, meaningful life. He welcomes new and existing patients at his practice, Lower Merion Neurology PC, located in Paoli, Pennsylvania, and Narberth, Pennsylvaniaand serving the larger Main Line area, where his expertise in treatment options ensures that his patients maintain optimal neurological health.

Dr. Aggarwal specializes in treating stroke, migraines, seizures, multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson’s disease, in office and hospital settings. He offers comprehensive services for Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. He also has extensive experience injecting Botox® to relieve muscle spasticity and migraine headaches. Dr. Aggarwal helps patients with chronic pain conditions such as complex regional pain syndrome find relief using non-opioid treatment options including Ketamine, Lidocaine and IVIg infusions.

After receiving his medical degree at Government Medical College, Patiala in Punjab, India, Dr. Aggarwal completed his neurology residency at Drexel University College of Medicine, Hahnemann University Hospital in Philadelphia. He then went on to finish fellowship training in Vascular Neurology at Rutgers University- New Jersey Medical School in Newark, NJ. Dr. Aggarwal is Board-certified in Neurology and Vascular Neurology.

Dr. Aggarwal brings a broad range of neurology experience to his practice, having worked at teaching and community hospitals and serving as the Medical Director of stroke services at a suburban community hospital. He holds academic appointments at Philadelphia’s Lewiz Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine in Scranton, Pennsylvania.
Since earning a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, Dr. Aggarwal has taken an active role in medical research. He has authored multiple articles and presented his work at numerous conferences, including the International Stroke Conference and meetings of the American Academy of Neurology. He has been invited to lecture on neurological topics and to participate in televised discussions on stroke and other neurological conditions.

As a patient listener and a caring physician, Dr. Aggarwal is popular among his patients and peers. He speaks English, Hindi, and Punjabi.

Dr. Aggarwal is currently accepting new patients at Lower Merion Neurology PC and looks forward to offering them, as well as current patients, exceptional neurological care.

 

Click here to read Dr. Aggarwal's CV

Krista Panella is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who attended Walden University. Krista has spent the last 17 years working her way up from Nursing Assistant to Master of Science PMHNP-BC. Working in dual diagnosis centers, CRCs, emergency rooms, infusion therapy, and young adult units. Finally, individual illness therapies and psychopharmacology are ideal for effective and efficient recovery. Krista's passion for nursing in the field of psychiatry is fueled by her desire to eliminate the stigma associated with mental health and substance use disorders. Krista is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of patients and their families. People are being educated about harm reduction and practical methods and strategies for reducing the negative effects of drug use and wellness therapy.

Before becoming a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Tina was a certified Family Nurse Practitioner and a nationally board-certified Counselor. She started her career as a registered nurse working in critical care, PACU, psychiatry and all aspects of women's health, high risk obstetrics ,and OBGYN research. In her free time Tina likes to read, walk, ride her bike, practice yoga and spend time with her family.

Sharon comes with over 15 years of mental health experiences working in a variety of settings. Sharon is highly committed to the well being of her clients. She provides care to clients with depression, generalized anxiety disorders, panic disorders, bipolar and other mood disorders, attention deficit disorder, obsessive compulsive disorders, PTSD, insomnia, co-occurring disorders and substance use disorders. Sharon's approach is to meet you where you are and to include you as a partner in your own mental health care.

I have devoted my time caring for patients as a dual certified Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to create an impact in the health and mental well being of individuals in diverse communities. By providing unconditional acceptance of their symptoms in a stigma free-environment and encouraging self-advocacy, I have been able to encourage physical, emotional, and mental health recovery. Through encouragement, acceptance, and advocacy my patients have found recovery and healing that is meaningful and attainable, thereby influencing their personal desire for health promotion and self care

Edward O. Oladipo, MSN, APN, PMHNP-BC, began his mental healthcare career over a decade ago. With extensive expertise in both inpatient and outpatient care, he provides comprehensive psychiatric mental health services across the lifespan. Passionate about promoting therapeutic interventions, he focuses on reducing reliance on controlled medications and mitigating clinical addiction. Edward approaches each case by understanding the unique aspects of each patient and crafting treatment plans tailored to their specific diagnosis and needs. By integrating psychotherapy and psychopharmacology, he avoids a one-size-fits-all approach, instead concentrating on the patient's history, personality, and condition intricacies. Emphasizing safety, he recognizes that each person's journey to mental wellness is unique. His treatment plans are customized roadmaps, considering the patient's strengths, challenges, and preferences.

Dr. Amy Carnall, DNP, APN, PMHMP-BC, provides compassionate, high-quality care to all patients at Clarity Psychiatry Care in Cherry Hill, New Jersey.

Dr. Amy received her graduate training at the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She specializes in behavioral and developmental disorders that afflict youth. 

She is also trained in developmental testing utilized in the diagnosis and treatment of a multitude of childhood disorders, including Autism, ADHD, sensory deficits, motor skill disorders, and other developmental dysfunction.

Dr. Amy is Board-Certified in Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatry. She also holds a Registered Nurse First Assist certification, allowing her to be a key surgical team member, working with surgeons in complex surgical cases.

She began her nursing career over 20 years ago. Originally trained as a pediatric critical care nurse, Dr. Amy quickly realized her innate ability to care for children. Throughout her dynamic career, she has cared for patients with a plethora of severe and chronic illnesses.

Dr. Amy is highly skilled at working with patients and their families to develop treatment plans conducive to the family unit.

Most recently, she received her Doctorate in Nursing Practice from Villanova University in Villanova, Pennsylvania,  and conducted her doctoral project on the effects of untreated ADHD in youth and the resulting comorbidity of substance abuse. 

Dr. Amy is truly a kid at heart. 

Cristina Sertway, APN, PMHNP-BC, is an Advanced Practice Nurse specializing in Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatry at Clarity Psychiatry Care in Cherry Hill, New Jersey.

With over a decade of nursing and psychiatric experience, Cristina quickly realized she had two passions: psychiatry and emergency medicine.

Before entering the nursing field, Cristina obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Rowan University in Glassboro, New Jersey. Shortly after college, Cristina received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She spent most of her nursing career as an emergency medicine nurse at an urban, level-one trauma center.

Cristina is dual-trained in pediatric and adult emergency nursing care, holding multiple advanced certifications in pediatric and adult resuscitation, disaster management, and trauma care.

Cristina received her graduate degree from the University of Pennsylvania and is board-certified as a family psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner, practicing in the treatment of both children and adults. 

She specializes in the treatment of chronic and persistent mental illness, childhood psychosis, mood disorders (including anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder), eating disorders, trauma, and substance abuse. 

She also specializes in complex pediatric and adult psychopharmacology cases and often utilizes an interdisciplinary approach to patient care when developing treatment plans. 

Cristina is extremely passionate about preserving mental well-being and advocates the importance of preventative mental health care.

I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar illness, chronic pain, and addiction. I work collaboratively with individuals and their families, and other mental health and medical providers. My goal is to help you customize a plan that enables you to find lasting change. My mission is to support the patient reaching their optimal physical and mental health. We believe in working one-on-one with each patient to provide expert medical treatment, guidance, and care tailored specifically for your health concerns. Please contact us today to schedule your initial evaluation. I am devoted to providing quality comprehensive psychiatric services. I pride myself in my expertise with both the diagnosis and treatment of the occurrence of mental illness and believe that the relationship between health care provider and patient is of the utmost importance. My practice subscribes to a balanced approach to treatment.