IORA HEALTH - Key Persons


AAS Occupational Therapy

Job Titles:
  • Assistant, Chattahoochee Technical College

Alejandra Espinoza

Job Titles:
  • Team Nurse - Houston, TX
Alejandra has a passion for breaking language barriers to provide quality patient care.

Alejandra Negrete

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  • Health Coach - Lawrenceville, GA
Alex's passion is about getting to know her patients and develop meaningful relationships while helping improve their lives for the better.

Alesha Williams

Job Titles:
  • Health Coach - Marietta, GA
Alesha is very passionate about providing great care to all patients; in order to make our communities healthier.

Alexis Atwater

Job Titles:
  • Care Team Medical Director & Physician - Decatur, GA
MD from Howard University, BS from University of South Florida Previously worked as a primary care physician at One Medical Group Completed residency at the University of Pennsylvania Board Certified in Family Medicine Previously worked as a primary care physician at Kaiser Permanente

Alyssa McEwen

Job Titles:
  • Health Coach - Decatur, GA
Alyssa is passionate about empowering communities and helping patients reach their health goals. M.S. in Health Education from University of Florida Previously Worked as Certified Nursing Assistance/Medication Aide Previously worked as a Health Educator for Non-Profit Organizations Certified Health Education Specialist

Andrew Flewwelling

Job Titles:
  • Physician
  • Physician - Hyannis
Dr. Flewwelling's vision for more team-based healthcare and desire to restore more humanity and care to healthcare brought him to Iora.

April Streeter

Job Titles:
  • Operations Assistant
  • Operations Assistant - Lawrenceville, GA
April has always had a passion for healthcare. She has over 20 years of experience in helping care for others.

Belinda Ricks

Job Titles:
  • Health Coach - Mableton, GA
Belinda is a Health Coach with great dedication and passion to seek ways to help improve our process while transforming lives one day and one interaction at a time. Registered Medical Assistant, Georgia Medical Institute Board Member of Douglas County College and Career Institute Previously worked as a Registered Medical Assistant for 20 years Previously worked as a owner in the business industry for 12 years Previous work experience in Internal Medicine, Family Practice, Hospital Bedside Care, Occupational Health, Urology and Urgent Care Certified in CPR, NIDA-Drug Testing, Phlebotomy for Nursing, and as a Breath Alcohol Technician

Bhavika Patel

Job Titles:
  • Physician
Bhavika believes that a strong doctor-patient relationship is the foundation to great care. She practices using evidence-based data driven care that is essential to great care.

Carol Thomason

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  • Health Coach - Tucker, GA
Carol is passionate about maintaining a healthy lifestyle. She loves to hear people's stories and then to support them to reach their individual health goals. Previously worked as a Health Coach at Emory Healthcare and Harken Healthcare Previously worked as a Registered Dietitian at Dekalb Medical Center MS in Sports Nutrition and BS in Nutrition and Dietetics Previously worked as a Telecommute Health Coach at KUMU/FitOrbit Inc.

Chelsea Darnell

Job Titles:
  • Team Nurse - Tucker, GA
Chelsea is passionate about building meaningful relationships with her patients and providing patient centered care.

Conquesta Drakes

Job Titles:
  • Health Coach - Decatur, GA
Medical Assistant from Georgia Medical Institute Previously worked as a Medical Assistant at Dermatology Specialists of Georgia Certified phlebotomist BSL/CPR

Cornelia Washington

Job Titles:
  • Health Coach - Lawrenceville, GA

Courtney Hannan

Job Titles:
  • Operations Assistant - Hyannis
Courtney Hannan, PBT Operations Assistant - Hyannis, MA Courtney's passion to help others ultimately led her to the healthcare field. She strives to understand and help people as they age into the new chapters of their life. Diagnostic technician certification from Cape Cod Community College Previously worked as a phlebotomist and home health aide

Danielle Timmons

Job Titles:
  • Physician
  • Physician - Decatur, GA
Danielle is passionate about empowering patients to take charge of their health through education and increasing health literacy. D.O. from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine-GA Campus M.S. from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine-GA Campus Completed Oak Hill Hospital Family Medicine Residency Program Board certified in Family Medicine

Deshanae Benjamin

Deshanae Benjamin Behavioral Health Specialist - Mableton, GA Deshanae has a passion for providing patients with a safe place to feel heard and accepted. Received a Master of Social Worker (MSW) from University of Western New Mexico Received a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from Georgia State University Previously worked as a Medical Social Worker in Dialysis and Home Health Care Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Divine Awala

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  • Health Coach - Houston, TX
Divine appreciates being able to contribute to the empowerment and wellness of her patients.

Elenita Rosado

Job Titles:
  • Physician
  • Physician - Houston, TX
Dr. Rosado's focus is to help older adults improve their quality of life.

Elisabeth Markman

Job Titles:
  • Behavioral Health Specialist - Houston, TX
Dr. Markman is passionate about integrated health care and public health. She is committed to helping you meet your goals and live a healthy, happy life.

Emily Garai

Job Titles:
  • Behavioral Health Specialist - Decatur, GA
  • Behavioral Health Specialist - Lawrenceville, GA
  • Behavioral Health Specialist - Tucker, GA
Dr. Garai's experience working both in private practice and within larger healthcare systems led her to Iora. Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Vermont Previously worked as a transplant psychologist at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and as a psychologist in private practice Taught Cognitive Assessment at Georgia State University

Emily Villanueva

Job Titles:
  • Operations Assistant
  • Operations Assistant - Hyannis
Emily loves to help others and be a resource for Spanish speaking patients.

Fergie M. Giron

Job Titles:
  • Health Coach - Lawrenceville, GA

Geeta Vasandani

Job Titles:
  • Physician
  • Physician - Tucker, GA
Geeta Vasandani, MD Physician - Tucker, GA Received MBBS degree from Seth GS Medical College, University of Bombay, India Completed Residency at Morehouse School of Medicine Previously worked as Assistant Professor at Morehouse School of Medicine Previously worked as Primary Care Physician at Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta Certified in Internal Medicine by ABIM Speaks Hindi

Glenda Vargas

Job Titles:
  • Lead Nurse - Lawrenceville, GA

Harendra Fernando

Job Titles:
  • Physician
  • Physician - Lawrenceville, GA
Harendra joined Iora because of a shared vision of delivering personalized, relationship-based care that motivates and empowers people to be active in their health.

Jane Craig

Job Titles:
  • Physician
  • Physician - Hyannis
Jane has spent the past 12 years caring for patients in an outpatient setting.

Janee Simmons

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  • Health Coach - Decatur, GA
Janee is passionate about putting the patient care first. Her commitment is making sure the geriatric population doesn't fall between the gaps. Master of Public Health with concentration in health promotion & behavior Previously worked as a patient safety monitor at Grady Memorial Hospital Previously interned in the women's health department under health educators BLS certified

Jessica Baca

Job Titles:
  • Health Coach - Houston, TX
Jessica's passion for health and medicine lead her to study biology at the University of Houston. She is excited to use her knowledge to help patients.

Josue R. Flores Balderas

Job Titles:
  • Physician
  • Physician - Lawrenceville, GA
Josue is a passionate about taking care of his patients and listening to their stories in order to not only cultivate positive relationships, but also a solid plan of care.

Judith McCullough

Job Titles:
  • Behavioral Health Specialist - Marietta, GA
Judith has a Ph.D. in Clinical Child Psychology and has over 20 years of experience working in health psychology.

Kalpna Thuraisamy

Job Titles:
  • Physician
  • Physician - Hyannis
Kalpna believes that true quality health care is based on compassionate listening and focusing on the whole person.

Kerry Cox

Job Titles:
  • Team Nurse - Hyannis
Kerry's public health experience and love for her community brought her to Iora.

Kirsten Chatman

Job Titles:
  • Care Team Manager - Mableton, GA
Kirsten has a passion for helping others through empowerment. Kristen believes the greatest form of wealth is health, and it is our responsibility to spread it amongst our communities.

Kristen Honeycutt

Job Titles:
  • Health Coach - Houston, TX
Kristen is passionate about working with older adults and creating a welcoming environment for patients.

Leonardo Cordero

Job Titles:
  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Nurse Practitioner - Tucker, GA
Leonardo Cordero, NP Nurse Practitioner - Tucker, GA Leo aspires to make a real difference in patients' lives through fostering trust and providing high quality, personalized care. FNP from University of Alabama at Birmingham BSN from Emory University Completed MSN residency at Winn Way Internal Medicine Previously worked as a Nurse Practitioner at St. Luke's Medical Center primary/urgent care Previously worked as a RN at Emory's Saint Joseph's Hospital in Oncology and Renal units Speaks Spanish

LeVette J. Boyd-Buggs

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  • Health Coach - Decatur, GA
LeVette feels it an honor to serve others and provide the care that she and family would want to receive. Master of Science in Health Education from Kaplan University BA in Psychology and Biology from Fisk University Previously worked as a Medical Assistant Certified Registered Medical Assistant, American Medical Technologist

Loretta Mitchell

Job Titles:
  • Team Nurse - Houston, TX
Loretta loves being a nurse, and is passionate about building relationships with her patients.

Lori Wallis

Job Titles:
  • Operations Assistant
  • Operations Assistant - Hyannis
Lori's love for people, especially seniors, led her to Iora.

Marisa Perez

Marisa Perez, MSR Care Team Manager - Houston, TX Marisa's passion for helping others and background in Kinesiology have led and inspired her to join Iora. MS in Sport Science and Rehabilitation from Logan University, BS in Exercise Science from Texas Tech University Previously worked as an Assistant Director at Brain Balance Achievement Centers Previously worked as a Health Fitness Specialist at EXOS Board Certified Cognitive Specialist Previously worked as a Health Fitness Specialist at EXOS

Mary O'Keeffe

Job Titles:
  • Care Team Manager - Marietta, GA
Mary enjoys helping patients meet their unique needs, and health goals.

Mary-Amanda O'Neill

Job Titles:
  • Physician
  • Physician - Hyannis
To Dr. O'Neill, healthcare is a fundamental human right. She wishes the Iora/One Medical model of excellent primary care were available to all Americans.

Maya Lee

Job Titles:
  • Health Coach - Tucker, GA
Maya has a drive to assist patients in setting and reaching their health goals. She is eager to work alongside each individual and support them in every way that she can. Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science with a concentration in health, wellness, and rehabilitation from Norfolk State University Previously worked as a Developmental Service Worker, caring for disabled individuals

Modupeola Brisibe

Job Titles:
  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Nurse Practitioner - Marietta, GA
Modupeola consistently provides high quality care that leads to positive and lasting health outcomes.

Mona Blackwell

Job Titles:
  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Nurse Practitioner - Lawrenceville, GA
Mona loves helping people reach their health goals and advocating for them.

Neida Viramontes

Job Titles:
  • Health Coach - Houston, TX
Neida strives to serve her patients and is committed to the attainment of optimal care to ensure the well-being of our community.

Nicole Treadway

Job Titles:
  • Physician
  • Physician - Decatur, GA
Nicole believes relationship building with patients is key to caring for healthy communities. She loves how Iora's teams help patients feel seen, valued, and cared about. Received M.D. from Emory University School of Medicine Completed residency at Emory University's J. Willis Hurst Internal Medicine Residency Program Medical interests include geriatric medicine, diabetes management, and cardiovascular health Joined Iora with One Medical to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care for those with complex medical needs Outside of medicine, she loves hiking in the North Georgia Mountains, reading historical fiction, and cooking Italian food with her family

Nina Wiliams

Job Titles:
  • Health Coach - Tucker, GA
Nina prefers to be on the preventive side of healthcare. As a Health Coach at Iora she is able to aid patients on their healthcare journey.

Nina Williams

Job Titles:
  • Health Coach - Tucker, GA
Nina prefers to be on the preventive side of healthcare. As a Health Coach at Iora she is able to aid patients on their healthcare journey.

Nita Bentley

Job Titles:
  • Behavioral Health Specialist - Lawrenceville, GA

Oluwakemi (Kemi) Osholake

Job Titles:
  • Physician
  • Physician - Houston, TX
Kemi is a compassionate listener who likes to connect with her patients on a deeper level.

Priya R. Schaffner

Job Titles:
  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Nurse Practitioner - Decatur, GA / Priya
Bachelor of Science in Public Health from Indiana University Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing from Emory University Speaks French Board Certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

Ricardo Colón

Job Titles:
  • Team Nurse - Marietta, GA
Ricky believes in going above and beyond in order to help the patient achieve their goals.

Rocio I. Ventura

Job Titles:
  • Operations Assistant
  • Operations Assistant - Lawrenceville, GA

Ronee Smith

Job Titles:
  • Health Coach
  • Health Coach - Marietta, GA
Ronee is a health coach committed to providing quality health education and support to every patient. Bachelor of Science in Biology and Health Science, Southeastern Louisiana University Previous worked as a Health Coach for 2+ years BLS Certified

Savannah Bentley

Job Titles:
  • Health Coach - Hyannis
Savannah is passionate about caring for patients and creating a safe environment for people to get the help they may need.

Seema P. Chokshi

Job Titles:
  • Care Team Medical Director & Physician - Houston, TX
Seema joined Iora due to its unique approach to healthcare. Using a team-based approach gives patients the care they deserve.

Shangeetha Balakumar

Job Titles:
  • Care Team Medical Director & Physician - Marietta, GA
Shangeetha found her love for taking care of the geriatric population while living in Florida and is excited by the team-based approach at Iora.

Sharon Arthur

Job Titles:
  • Health Coach - Hyannis
Sharon Arthur Health Coach - Hyannis, MA Sharon finds joy in the comprehensive care of her patients. EKG Diagnostic Technician, Cape Cod Community College Previously worked as a Pacemaker Technician Phlebotomist, Medical Assistant

Sharon Mahoney

Job Titles:
  • Care Team Medical Director & Physician - Hyannis
Sharon Mahoney, MD Care Team Medical Director & Physician - Hyannis, MA Sharon finds Iora's holistic approach to caring for seniors refreshing and fulfilling. MD from Tufts University School of Medicine, BA in biology from Colby College Board Certified in Internal Medicine Previously worked as a physician at Mid Cape Medical Center for 19 years Previously worked as a Medical Director for a nursing home Completed residency at St. Elizabeth's Medical Center in Brighton, Massachusetts

Sheryl Lamb

Job Titles:
  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Nurse Practitioner - Decatur, GA
Sheryl strives to influence her patients and others to be holistically healthy - mind, body, and spirit, especially our children. Received MSN-Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist from Georgia State University Previously worked as a Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioner at Carolina Medical Consultants Received clinical training at Grady, Piedmont, Emory, and Wellstar Passionate about caring for her patients with patience and respect Certified Nurse Practitioner by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

Shruti Patel

Job Titles:
  • Physician
  • Physician - Tucker, GA
Shruti Patel, MD Physician - Tucker, GA Shruti finds joy and fulfillment in providing more team based care. M.D. from American University of Antigua Previously worked as a Physician at My MD group Previously worked as a Hospitalist at Advocare In patient Certified in Internal Medicine By ABIM Completed Internal Medicine residency at Overlook Medical Center - Summit, NJ

Stephanie Gomez

Job Titles:
  • Health Coach - Mableton, GA
Stephanie Gomez Health Coach - Mableton, GA Stephanie feels a great sense of achievement when helping others. Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) Previously worked as a pharmacy technician to improve medication adherence for patients Speaks Spanish Certified in Basic Life Support

Stephanie Robinson

Job Titles:
  • Team Nurse - Decatur, GA
Stephanie loves helping her patient's reach their goals and providing them with the best care possible. BSN from Chamberlain University Previously worked as a Clinical Coordinator at Davita Previously worked as an ER RN at Southern Regional and Piedmont healthcare

Summer Vine

Job Titles:
  • Care Team Manager - Houston, TX
Summer Vine Care Team Manager - Houston, TX Summer's varied medical and customer relation skills make her a great Health Coach and companion for patients. Nationally Certified Medical Assistant degree from Provo College

Sydney Williams

Job Titles:
  • Health Coach - Houston, TX
Sydney is passionate about making a positive impact in her patients lives and the community.

Tam Ekpeti

Job Titles:
  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Nurse Practitioner - Houston, TX
Tam Ekpeti, NP Nurse Practitioner - Houston, TX Tam believes in holistic care of the patient and assisting them reach reach their health goals through behavior/lifestyle modification. Received Masters in Nursing from University of Texas School on Nursing-Houston Previously worked as a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner at Cigna-Texas Health Spring Living Well Health Center, Houston, Texas Specialty in Gerontology Member of the Gulf Coast Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurse Association, Houston, Texas. Board certified by American Nurses Credentialing Center as a Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (GNP-BC)

Tamala Riddick

Job Titles:
  • Operations Assistant
  • Operations Assistant - Lawrenceville, GA
Tamala enjoys helping others and meeting new people. Knowing she makes a difference no matter how small is always rewarding.

Tanairi Pabon

Job Titles:
  • Health Coach - Hyannis
Tanairi Pabon Health Coach - Hyannis, MA Tanairi is excited to help patients live healthier lives. Previously worked as an eye technician at an optometry center Speaks Spanish

Tianna Favors

Job Titles:
  • Operations Assistant
  • Operations Assistant - Tucker, GA
Tianna loves helping others and is happy to make a difference.

Tiffany Kunihiro

Job Titles:
  • Operations Assistant
  • Operations Assistant - Lawrenceville, GA

Tisya Freeman

Job Titles:
  • Care Team Manager - Decatur, GA
Tisya finds joy in working with a patient focused team focused on serving the community. MBA from Shorter University Previously worked as an Administrator for DaVita Certified CPR Instructor with the American Heart Association

Valentina Sosa

Job Titles:
  • Health Coach - Houston, TX
Valentina believes in empowering her patients to want to improve their quality of life by equipping them with knowledge and resources she has.

Victoria Goddard

Job Titles:
  • Health Coach - Hyannis
Victoria Goddard Health Coach - Hyannis, MA Victoria's love for people and medicine led her to a career in healthcare. Bachelors of Science from the University of Massachusetts Amherst Over 3 years of experience as a veterinary nurse Post-graduate coursework focusing in immunology

Vincent Dyer

Job Titles:
  • Behavioral Health Specialist - Houston, TX
Dr. Dyer is passionate about all aspects of health and wellbeing.

Yaya Hall

Job Titles:
  • Operations Assistant
  • Operations Assistant - Decatur, GA
Associates of Science degree from Virginia College Previously worked as a Certified Medical Assistant Previously worked as a Surgical Tech Operations Assistant Lead Part of The National Honor Society of Walden University

Yolanda Melson

Job Titles:
  • Operations Assistant
  • Operations Assistant - Tucker, GA
Born and raised in Atlanta, GA, Yolanda is passionate about caring for patients.