Dedicated Senior Medical Center

Bios

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  Srikar Reddy

  MD, FAAFP

  Dr. Srikar Reddy’s passion for service led him to pursue a career in medicine. “Everyone likes to feel their best when they wake up and at the end of their day. I try to help them maximize their potential,” he says. He strives to actively listen to patients and prioritizes shared decision-making. He explains, “We all have ways we can improve our quality of life, and I learn from patients just as they learn from me.” He adds, “I learn from the wisdom of life experiences from the elderly, and I feel I have something to give back.” In his free time, Dr. Reddy enjoys exploring national parks with his family and supporting his children in pursuing their passions. Functional fitness is also important to him.

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  Poonam Patel

  MD

  For Dr. Poonam Patel, the most rewarding part of being a physician is watching her patients thrive. “I want my patients to enjoy their future years, and this is best done by having control of their medical problems, along with disease prevention,” she says. She finds it extremely rewarding to work with the senior population. “Mutual respect and open-mindedness” are key in establishing strong relationships. “My job is to provide hope and ease the process—I make sure my patients understand their medical problems, why they are on their medicines, and what needs to be done in order to take control of their health,” she says. In her free time, Dr. Patel can be found enjoying the outdoors. One of her goals is to visit all the national parks.

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  Mirette Atnas

  DO

  Witnessing her father aid patients and volunteering at churches and clinics solidified Dr. Mirette Atnas’ passion for medicine. “It is incredibly rewarding to help others through knowledge and compassion,” she explains. She employs “a holistic, patient-centered” approach in her practice. “This collaborative approach empowers patients, helping them achieve their healthcare goals more effectively,” she explains. She believes seniors are “the pillars of our community” and finds “immense joy” in treating them. In her free time, Dr. Atnas can be found enjoying quality time with her husband and two children. She also likes singing in her church choir, gardening, cooking, and watching tennis and soccer.

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  Wassan Kadhim

  MD

  At a young age, Dr. Wassan Kadhim recognized her interest in “learning about medicine and the healing of the human body.” Her favorite part of being a physician “is the opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives by alleviating pain, treating illness, and improving overall health.” She strives to be “present” with her patients through active listening, compassion, empathy, and reliability. “I enjoy the continuity and deep connections with my patients,” she says. She emphasizes the importance of preventative care in her practice and likes educating patients and their families on their conditions. Dr. Kadhim loves spending her free time with her family. She also enjoys making art, especially clay work and pottery.

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