Meena G. Andrew, D.O.
Dr. Meena G. Andrew received her undergraduate degree at Virginia Tech University, a master’s degree in public health from George Washington University and her medical degree at Nova Southeastern University in Davie, Florida. She completed her internal medicine residency at Wake Forest University. Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. Andrew has been a practicing internist since 2007.
Dave Chen, M.D.
Dr. Dave Chen received his undergraduate degree at the University of Chicago and his medical degree at New York University School of Medicine. He completed his internal medicine residency at UCLA Medical Center. Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. Chen has been a practicing internist since 2002.
Brent K. Cole, M.D. (Joining PPA October 2010)
Dr. Brent K. Cole received his undergraduate degree at Penn State University and his medical degree at Cornell University Medical College. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at the University of Maryland. Dr. Cole is and internist, certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, and has been in practice since 2000.
David W. Hirshfield, M.D.
Dr. David W. Hirshfield received his undergraduate degree at the University of New Mexico and his medical degree at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. He completed his internal medicine residency at the David Grant Medical Center at Travis Air Force Base in California. Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. Hirshfield has been a practicing internist since 1997.
Andrea C. Karp, M.D.
Dr. Andrea C. Karp received her undergraduate degree at Georgetown University and her medical degree at the University of Maryland. She completed her internal medicine residency at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in Chicago, Illinois. Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. Karp has been a practicing internist since 1999.
Thomas J. McNamara, M.D.
Dr. Thomas J. McNamara received his undergraduate degree at Catholic University and his medical degree at Georgetown University. He completed his internal medicine residency at the University of Cincinnati. Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. McNamara has been a practicing internist since 1984.
Geeta Raja, M.D.
Dr. Geeta Raja received her undergraduate degree at the University of Pennsylvania and her medical degree at Temple University School of Medicine. She completed her internal medicine residency at the Medical College of Pennsylvania. Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. Raja has been a practicing internist since 1995.
Lakshmi S. Sastry, M.D.
Dr. Lakshmi S. Sastry received her undergraduate degree and her medical degree at the Osmania University, India. She completed her internship at the University of Washington, Seattle, and her internal medicine residency at George Washington University. Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. Sastry has been a practicing internist since 1999. She has been appointed to the faculty of George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences as an assistant clinical professor of medicine.
About Our Physician Assistants
Physician Assistants (PA’s) are skilled professionals who provide medical services under the supervision of the physicians. For example, PA’s take medical histories, perform physical examinations, diagnose and treat illnesses and order and interpret laboratory tests. Patient education and counseling are also important aspects of a PA’s daily activities.
Jessica L. Hoch, PA-C
Jessica L. Hoch received her undergraduate degree from Kings College in Wilkes-Barres, PA. She graduated in 1999 from Kings College with a bachelor’s of science and Physician Assistant Studies. Jessica is a Board Certified Physician Assistant and has been in practice since 1999.
Robyn Neches, B.S., M.H.S., PA-C
Robyn Neches, P.A.-C received her undergraduate degree in Chemistry from The University of Maryland in 2004. She graduated in 2009 from the Drexel University / Hahnemann Physician Assistant Program in Philadelphia, PA with a Masters of Health Sciences. Robyn is a board certified Physician Assistant and has been in practice since 2009.
Paul G. Thorn, M.S.H.S., PA-C
Paul Thorn received his undergraduate degree from Wittenberg University in 1993. He graduated in 2003 from George Washington University’s Physician Assistant Program with a Master of Science in Health Sciences. Paul is a board-certified physician assistant and has been in practice since 2004.