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Medicine

Joseph G. Verbalis, M.D., F.A.C.P., Interim Chair

phone: (202) 444-7520

fax: (202) 444-7797

appointments: (202) 687-2818

LOCATION

Pasquerilla Healthcare Center, 5th Floor

3800 Reservoir Road, NW

Washington, DC 20007

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Cardiology

Richard L. Morrissey, M.D., Chief

phone: (202) 444-5111

physician access: (202) 342-3300

fax: (202) 444-6545

Call for consultations, patient appointments or to discuss a case with acardiologist. A cardiologist is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

LOCATIONS




Main Hospital, 4th floor




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Cardiac Arrhythmia Service (202) 444-5111

Provides diagnostic and therapeutic options including:• Invasive electrophysiologic techniques for diagnosis and treatment of cardiac

arrhythmias using radiofrequency ablation techniques;• Pharmacologic therapy with standard and investigational agents;• Implantation and follow-up of pacemakers and/or defibrillators; and• Arrhythmia ablation and comprehensive non-invasive arrhythmia and syncope

evaluation including continuous and event ambulatory monitoring, signal-averaged ECG, upright tilt-testing, and esophageal pacing and recording.

Availability:• 24-hour emergency coverage is available for inpatient and emergency room

evaluations.• Cardiac device clinic is held on Mondays.• Outpatient arrhythmia consults are on Tuesday by appointment.• Inpatient consults are available at any time.• 24-hour ambulatory ECG monitoring, event monitoring and signal averaged

ECG are scheduled through the diagnostic testing appointment line.• The Arrhythmia Service is active in a number of clinical investigations.Contact name: Haroon Rashid, M.D.Main appointment line: (202) 444-5111Device clinic phone: (202) 444-0711Diagnostic testing appointment line: (202) 444-1294Fax: (202) 444-4593

Cardiac Catheterization (202) 444-5111

Provides diagnostic right and left heart catheterization and intravascularultrasound. Facility also able to accommodate peripheral procedures.Contact name: David L. Pearle, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-5111Availability:• Interventional cardiologists are available 24 hours a day to provide

consultations and accept referrals.• Interventional cardiologists can be reached through the main cardiology phone

number (202) 444-5111 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.• The interventional cardiologist on-call (24 hours a day) will promptly respond

to all calls.

Cardiac Congestive Heart Failure Service (202) 444-5111

Provides diagnostic and therapeutic evaluation for patients with heart failure,including the use of standard treatment modalities and research drugs.Contact name: David L. Pearle, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-5111Fax: (202) 444-1839Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.


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Echocardiography Laboratory (202) 444-1294

Provides cardiac ultrasound imaging services including: transthoracicechocardiography; contrast echocardiography; transesophageal echocardiography(TEE), intraoperative TEE and epicardial echocardiography; and exercise andpharmacologic stress echocardiography. Research interests include: regression ofleft ventricular mass with antihypertensive therapy; biobehavioral factors inmyocardial ischemia and hypertension; new pharmacologic agents for stressechocardiography; applications of high-frequency ultrasound for tissuecharacterization.Contact name: Richard Morrissey, M.D., DirectorAppointment line: (202) 444-1294Fax: (202) 444-5484Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Exercise Tolerance Testing Laboratories (202) 444-1294

Provides diagnostic exercise testing for patients with coronary disease, congestiveheart failure, and cardiac arrhythmias. Standard, thallium, and Sestamibiexercise tests, employing either treadmill or bicycle exercise, are available.Precise determination of exercise capacity can be obtained using state-of-the-artoxygen consumption techniques. In addition, non-invasive cardiac outputdeterminations are available using the acetylene re-breathing technique.Contact name: Martin MathiasAppointment line: (202) 444-1294Fax: (202) 444-5484Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Heart Station (202) 444-1294

Provides electrocardiograms and signal averaged electrocardiograms for privateoutpatients. Reports are sent to referring physicians.Contact name: Martin MathiasAppointment line: (202) 444-1294Fax: (202) 444-5484Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

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Lipid Disorders, Preventive Cardiology,

Regression of Coronary Artery Disease (202) 444-5111

Provides evaluation of cardiac risk factors with development of an individualizedprogram to improve diet and exercise. A program of risk-factor modification isavailable with a trained exercise physiologist, cardiologist and endocrinologistexpert in use of standard and experimental lipid-lowering agents.

A comprehensive program is developed for patients in need of improved healthhabits, those with significant lipid disorders and patients with known coronaryartery disease, post-myocardial infarction, percutaneous transluminal coronaryangioplasty or bypass surgery.Contact name: Charles E. Rackley, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-5111Fax: (202) 444-6545Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Nuclear Cardiology (202) 444-3389

Performs radionuclide blood pool scanning and thallium perfusion scanning of themyocardium for inpatients and outpatients in conjunction with the Division ofNuclear Medicine. Exercise or pharmacologic thallium, or Sestamibi studies arescheduled through Nuclear Medicine.Contact name: David Earl-Graef, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-3389Fax: (202) 444-4667Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Physician Listing

Richard L. Morrissey, M.D. (202) 444-5515

Pager: (202) 542-0240Title: Associate Professor and Chief, Division of Cardiology, Department

of Medicine; Director, Adult Echocardiography LaboratoryDegree: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, 1985Internship: National Naval Medical Center, 1986Residency: National Naval Medical Center, 1990Fellowship: National Naval Medical Center, 1992; Massachusetts General

Hospital, Echocardiography, 1993Certification: Internal Medicine, 1990, 2000; Cardiovascular Disease, 1993, 2000Special interests:

• Coronary artery disease• Echocardiography• Preventive cardiology• Valvular disease• General cardiology



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Bruce K. Lloyd III, M.D. (202) 444-8833

Pager: (202) 542-6186Title: Associate Professor, Division of Cardiology, Department of MedicineDegree: Cornell University Medical College, 1972Internship: Johns Hopkins Hospital, 1973Residency: National Naval Medical Center, 1976Fellowship: National Naval Medical Center, 1979Certification: Internal Medicine, 1977; Cardiovascular Disease, 1981Special interests:

• Adult congenital heart disease• Coronary artery disease• Echocardiography• Valvular heart disease• Outreach project to improve the quality of cardiovascular care

in the Russian Federation• Visiting professor at the Regional Hospital in Tula and at the

Russian Far Eastern Medical University

Marcus McKenzie, M.D. (202) 444-8843

Pager: (202) 668-1350Title: Faculty Cardiologist, Division of Cardiology, Department of MedicineDegree: University of Texas Medical Branch, 1998Internship: Johns Hopkins University/Sinai Hospital, 1999Residency: Johns Hopkins University/Sinai Hospital, 2001Fellowship: Georgetown University/Washington Hospital Center,

Cardiology 2005Special interests:

• Nuclear medicine• Acute coronary syndromes• Cardiac critical care• Diagnostic cardiac catheterization• Transesophageal echocardiography

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David L. Pearle, M.D. (202) 444-8833

Pager: (202) 542-1493Title: Professor, Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine;

Director, Coronary Care Unit; Director, Heart Failure ServiceDegree: Harvard Medical School, 1968Internship: The New York Hospital, Cornell Medical Center, 1969Residency: The New York Hospital, Cornell Medical Center, 1970Fellowship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1974Certification: Internal Medicine, 1974; Cardiovascular Disease, 1975;

Interventional Cardiology, 2000Special interests:

• Cardiac intensive care• Co-investigator for NIH-sponsored protocol: Sudden Cardiac

Death Heart Failure Trial• Congestive heart failure• Interventional cardiology, cardiac catheterization and

angioplasty

Charles E. Rackley, M.D. (202) 444-8843

Title: Professor, Division of Cardiology and Director, PreventiveCardiology Lipid Disorder and Coronary Regression Program,Department of Medicine

Degree: Duke Medical Center, 1958Internship: Duke Medical Center, 1959Residency: Duke Medical Center/University of Washington, Seattle, 1963Fellowship: Duke Medical Center/University of Washington, Seattle, 1964Certification: Internal Medicine, 1967: Cardiovascular Disease, 1968Special interests:

• Coronary artery disease• Coronary risk reduction• Lipid disorders• Lipid profile studies• Regression of coronary disease• Heart disease in women



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Haroon Rashid, M.D. (202) 444-8843

Pager: (202) 668-3819Title: Assistant Professor, Division of Cardiology, Cardiac Arrhythmia

Service, Department of MedicineDegree: King Edward Medical College, Pakistan, 1988 (M.D.);

Masters Degree: M.B., University of Punjab, Pakistan, 1988Internship: Miami Valley Hospital, 1993Residency: Miami Valley Hospital, 1995Fellowship: Georgetown University Hospital, Cardiology, 2001Certification: Internal Medicine, 1995; Cardiovascular Disease, 2000;

Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, 2002Special interests:

• Atrial fibrillation• Biventricular devices• Defibrillators• Device management for at-risk patients• Echocardiography• Electrophysiology testing• Pacemakers

Advanced Practice Nurse Listing

Kelley Anderson, N.P. (202) 444-1294

Pager: (202) 542-0357

Title: Nurse Practitioner, Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine

Degree: University of Texas, M.S.N., 1991

Grad. Degree: University of Florida, Post-Masters Certificate, 1998

Certification: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Family Nurse Practitioner,

1999

Linda Briggs, N.P. (202) 444-7475

Pager: (202) 901-0228

N.P. On-Call Pager: (202) 666-0031


Degree: Catholic University, M.S.N., Cardiovascular Nursing, 1988; Post-Masters

Certificate – Adult Nurse Practitioner

Certification: American Nurses Credentialing Center, Adult Nurse Practitioner, 1994;

American Nurses Credentialing Center, Acute Care Nurse Practitioner,

1997



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Janet Grinc, M.S., R.N., C.R.N.P. (202) 444-0768

Pager: (202) 666-1327

N.P. On-Call Pager: (202) 666-0031


Degree: University of Maryland School of Nursing, M.S., 1998

Certification: American Nurses Credentialing Center, Adult Nurse Practitioner, 1999

Patricia Matticola, N.P. (202) 444-2856

Pager: (202) 668-0871


Degree: Georgetown University, School of Nursing, M.S.N., 1999

Certification: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Family Nurse Practitioner,

1999

Voluntary Clinical Faculty Listing

William E. Battle, M.D. (301) 654-6442

Cardiovascular Medicine

5530 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 750

Chevy Chase, MD 20815-4401

Edward N. Bodurian, M.D. (301) 656-4064


Chevy Chase, MD 20815

Mubashar A. Choudry, M.D. (301) 816-9000

Advanced Cardiology Center, PA

11119 Rockville Pike, Suite 100

Rockville, MD 20852

Francis Chucker, M.D. (202) 332-1188

Shorham West

2700 Calvert Street, NW

Washington, DC 20008-1251

Richard H. Cooke, M.D. (202) 877-8085

Heart Failure Treatment Center

110 Irving Street, NW, Suite 1E5


Nancy J. Davenport, M.D. (202) 686-9801

Capital Heart Associates

3301 New Mexico Avenue, NW, Suite 202


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Zayd A. Eldadah, M.D., Ph.D. (202) 877-7685

Cardiac Arrhythmia Center

110 Irving Street, NW, Suite 5A - 12


Gary P. Fisher, M.D. (301) 656-3334



Gregory H. Fisher, M.D. (301) 670-3000

Cardiac Associates, PC

15225 Shady Grove Road, Suite 201

Rockville, MD 20850

Dennis C. Friedman, M.D. (301) 670-3000



Rockville, MD 20850

Robert L. Gold, M.D. (301) 670-3000



Rockville, MD 20832

Thomas S. Goldbaum, M.D. (301) 656-4064



Michael H. Goldman, M.D. (703) 698-5556

Cardiovascular Care

1635 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 150

Arlington, VA 22205-3604

Daniel L. Griffen, M.D. (301) 670-3000



Rockville, MD 20850

Nicholas E. Gwozdz, M.D. (202) 337-4080

600 New Hampshire Avenue, NW, Suite 359


Eva Hausnerova, M.D., Ph.D. (301) 980-6622



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Edwin K. Huang, M.D. (301) 618-5727

Department of Medicine

1221 Mercantile Lane

Largo, MD 20774

Mohsin Ijaz, M.D. (301) 816-9000

Advanced Cardiology Center


Rockville, MD 20852

Martin S. Kanovsky, M.D. (301) 656-3334



Steven K. Kaufman, M.D. (301) 587-7040

Kaufman & Zinsmeister, PA

8830 Cameron Street, Suite 601

Silver Spring, MD 20910

Morton A. Kavalier, M.D. (301) 656-9070

Cardiology & Internal Medicine, PA



Kenneth M. Kent, M.D. (202) 877-5975

Washington Cardiology Center

110 Irving Street, NW, Room 4B-1


John R. Laird, M.D. (202) 877-2700




Pankaj Lal, M.D. (301) 816-9000

Advanced Cardiology Center, PA


Rockville, MD 20852

Benjamin I. Lee, M.D. (202) 723-5524

Cardiology Associates

106 Irving Street, NW, Suite 2700 North


Roy H. Leiboff, M.D. (301) 868-8010

Heart Center of Southern Maryland

8926 Woodyard Road, Suite 601

Clinton, MD 20735



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H.B. Marsh, M.D. (202) 882-7000

106 Irving Street, NW, Suite 116-South Tower


Robert J. Marshall, M.D. (301) 907-9844



Jay A. Mazel, M.D. (202) 723-5524

Cardiology Associates

106 Irving Street, NW

North Tower Suite 2700


Edward I. Morris, M.D. (202) 723-5524

Cardiology Associates, PC

106 Irving Street, NW, Suite 2700N


Sunil K. Nachnani, M.D. (301) 868-8010

Heart Center of Southern Maryland

8926 Woodyard Road, Suite 601

Clinton, MD 20735

Allen A. Nimetz, M.D. (301) 656-3334



Allen A. Oboler, M.D. (202) 726-7474

106 Irving Street, NW, Suite 3200


William J. Oetgen, M.D. (301) 705-7870

Maryland Health Care Associates

12070 Old Line Centre, Suite 100

Waldorf, MD 20602-2534

Ramin Oskoui, M.D. (202) 464-5770



Augusto D. Pichard, M.D. (202) 877-5975


110 Irving Street, NW, Suite 4B-1




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Devanhalli Ramaswamy, M.D. (703) 433-5000

21495 Ridgetop Circle, Suite 102 Pager: (703) 858-6900

Sterling, VA 20166

Mary D. Restifo, M.D. (202) 362-4467

Foxhall Internists, PC



Joel Rosenberg, M.D. (202) 723-5524


106 Irving Street, NW, Suite 2700N


Richard E. Rubin, M.D. (301) 654-6442



Lowell F. Satler, M.D. (202) 877-5975




Richard A. Schwartz, M.D. (703) 751-6668

Cardiology Specialist of Virginia, PC Mobile: (703) 609-5017

4660 Kenmore Avenue, Suite 800

Alexandria, VA 22304

Stuart F. Seides, M.D. (202) 723-5524


106 Irving Street, NW, Suite 2700 North


Gerald I. Shugoll, M.D. (301) 654-6442



Jerry A. Snow, M.D. (202) 362-6060

4900 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Suite 300 Pager (301) 953-8560 #23825


William O. Suddath, M.D. (202) 877-5975






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Cynthia M. Tracy, M.D. (202) 741-2668

Medical Faculty Associates

Division of Cardiology

2150 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW


Joann Urquhart, M.D. (301) 762-4202

9711 Medical Center Drive, Suite 300

Rockville, MD 20850

Ron Waksman, M.D. (202) 877-5975




Alan M. Weintraub, M.D. (301) 654-6442



Jared M. Widell, M.D. (202) 877-7572

110 Irving Street, NW, Suite NA-1094


Daniel I. Woronow, M.D. (301) 681-4500

Physicians Specialist Building

1400 Forest Glen Road, Suite 215

Silver Spirng, MD 20910

Bulent Zaim, M.D. (202) 722-7010



Bruce Zinsmeister, M.D. (301) 587-7040

Kaufman & Zinsmeister, PA

8830 Cameron Street, Suite 601

Silver Spirng, MD 20910



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Division of Dermatology

C. Lisa Kauffman, M.D., Chief

phone: (202) 444-1604

fax: (202) 444-7182


LOCATION





Cosmetic Services (202) 444-1604

Services to treat vascular lesions, photodamaged skin including port wine stains,hemangiomas, angiomas, facial telangiectases, unwanted hair, hypertrophic scars,rosacea, acitinic chelitis, wrinkles, acne scars and xanthelasma, Additionalprocedures include Botox and Restylane injections, chemical peels andsclerotherapy.Contact name: Agnieszka Kupiec-Banasikowska, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-1604Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Cutaneous Surgical Services (202) 444-1604

Diagnosis and treatment provided for benign and malignant pigmented skinlesions including Mohs micrographic surgery to remove not just the visible partsof a skin cancer, but also its cancerous roots.Contact name: Agnieszka Kupiec-Banasikowska, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-1604Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Phototherapy (202) 444-1604

Narrow band UVB and UVB broadband phototherapy provided for psoriasis,mycosis fungoides, pityriasis rosea, atopic eczema, vitiligo and pruritus of renalinsufficiency. Photodynamic therapy for pre-cancerous and other skin diseases.Contact name: Kevin P. Hogan, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-1604Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.


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Dermatopathology Laboratory (202) 444-3894

Complete services for skin biopsies including processing, diagnosis, tumor margins,immunoperoxidase staining and consultations.Contact name: Carissa N. BeattyAppointment line: (202) 444-3894Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Physician Listing

C. Lisa Kauffman, M.D. (202) 444-1604

Pager: (202) 270-3620Title: Professor and Chief, Division of Dermatology,

Department of MedicineDegree: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 1986Internship: Greater Baltimore Medical Center, 1987Residency: Washington Hospital Center, 1990Certification: Dermatology, 1990; Dermatopathology, 1993Language: FrenchSpecial interests:

• Dermatology• Melanoma and pigmented lesions• Psoriasis• Skin cancer• Skin rejuvenation

Paula Bourelly, M.D. (202) 444-7404

Pager: (301) 526-6802Title: Assistant Professor, Division of Dermatology,

Department of MedicineDegree: Northwestern University Medical School, 1993Internship: Georgetown University Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 1994Residency: Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center, 1997Certification: Dermatology, 1997Languages: French, SpanishSpecial interests:

• Diseases of the vulva• Cosmetic dermatology

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Kevin Hogan, M.D. (202) 444-4918

Pager: (301) 928-2105Title: Associate Professor of Dermatology and Pathology,

Department of MedicineDegree: The University of Iowa College of Medicine, 1976Internship: Naval Regional Medical Center/UC San Francisco, 1977Residency: National Naval Medical Center, 1981Fellowship: Armed Forces Institute of Pathology, 1982Certification: Dermatology, 1981; Dermatopathology, 1982Special interests:

• Skin cancer• Pigmented lesions• Phototherapy• Pediatric dermatology• Dermatopathology• Chemical peels

Agnieszka Kupiec-Banasikowska, M.D. (202) 444-1604

Pager: (703) 869-3009Title: Assistant Professor, Division of Dermatology, Department of MedicineDegree: Medical University of Warsaw, Poland, 1991Internship: George Washington University Hospital, 1999Residency: George Washington University Hospital, 2000; Georgetown

University Hospital, 2002Fellowship: Georgetown University Hospital, 2002Certification: Dermatology, 2002Language: PolishSpecial interests:

• General dermatology• Skin cancer• Psoriasis• Rosacea• Cosmetic dermatology including: chemical peels, Botox,

Restylane, laser skin rejuvenation, laser hair removal

Bahram Sina, M.D. (202) 444-1604

Title: Clinical Professor, Division of Dermatology, Department of MedicineDegree: University de Pierre et Marie Curie, Paris, 1952Internship: Lutheran Hospital, 1961Residency: Skin and Cancer Hospital, 1959Certification: Dermatology, 1962; Dermatopathology 1975Languages: French, FarsiSpecial interests:

• Cutaneous manifestation of internal disease• Dermatopathology• Skin cancer and pigmented lesions

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Maral K. Skelsey, M.D. (202) 444-1604

Title: Assistant Professor, Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine

Degree: University of Washington, 1991Internship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1992Residency: Washington University, 1995Fellowship: University of Alabama, 1996Certification: Dermatology, 1995Special interests:

• Mohs micrographic surgery• Dermatologic surgery


Judith Handjinicolaou, N.P. (202) 444-1604

Title: Nurse Practitioner, Division of Dermatology, Department of Medicine

Degree: New York University, M.S.N., 1981; Georgetown University, Family Nurse

Practitioner, 2004

Certification: American Nurses Credentialing Center, Family Nurse Practitioner, 2005


Tina S. Alster, M.D. (202) 785-8855

Washington Institute of Dermatologic Laser Surgery

2311 M Street, NW, Suite 200


Cheryl M. Burgess, M.D. (202) 955-5757

Center for Dermatology



Robert J. Carnathan, M.D. (301) 718-8616





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Stephen Clement, M.D., Interim Chief

phone: (202) 687-2818

fax: (202) 687-2040

LOCATION

Building D, 2nd Floor




Bone Clinic (202) 687-2818

Consultative treatment of metabolic bone disorders, including osteoporosis inboth men and women, hyperparathyroidism, Paget’s disease and steroid-inducedosteoporosis.Contact name: Natasa Janicic-Kahric, M.D., Ph.D.Appointment line: (202) 687-2818Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Georgetown Diabetes Center (202) 687-2818

Comprehensive inpatient and outpatient interdisciplinary diabetes treatment andeducation program, including nurse educators, dieticians and exercise specialists.Contact name: Stephen C. Clement, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 687-2818Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.


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Joseph G. Verbalis, M.D., F.A.C.P. (202) 444-7520

Pager: (202) 542-3305Title: Interim Chair, Department of Medicine; Professor, Division of

Endocrinology and MetabolismDegree: University of Pittsburgh, 1975Internship: Hospital of The University of Pennsylvania, 1976Residency: Hospital of The University of Pennsylvania, 1978Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh, 1980Certification: Internal Medicine, 1979; Endocrinology & Metabolism, 1981Special interests:

• Adrenal disorders• Disorders of water metabolism (DI, SIADH)• Pituitary diseases

Stephen C. Clement, M.D., C.D.E. (202) 687-2818

Pager: (202) 668-4876Title: Interim Chief, Associate Professor, Division of Endocrinology &

Metabolism, Department of Medicine; Director, GeorgetownDiabetes Center

Degree: University of South Alabama, College of Medicine, 1983Internship: Tulane Affiliated Hospital, 1984Residency: Tulane Affiliated Hospital, 1986Fellowship: Joslin Diabetes Center, Harvard Medical School, 1988Certification: Internal Medicine, 1987; Endocrinology and Metabolism, 1989Special interests:

• Diabetes mellitus

Nahrain H. M. Al-Zubaidi, M.D. (202) 687-2818

Pager: (202) 490-0624Title: Assistant Professor, Division of Endocrinology & Metabolism,

Department of MedicineDegree: University of Baghdad School of Medicine, 1989Internship: Sparrow Hospital, Michigan State University Program Transitions,

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Natasa Janicic-Kahric, M.D., Ph.D. (202) 687-2818

Pager: (202) 668-490-0718Title: Assistant Professor, Division of Endocrinology & Metabolism,

Department of MedicineDegree: University of Zagreb, Croatia, 1991Internship: Metrowest Medical Center, University of Massachusetts,

Framingham, 2001Residency: Metrowest Medical Center, University of Massachusetts,

Framingham, 2001Fellowship: Georgetown University Hospital, 2003Certification: Internal Medicine, 2001; Endocrinology, 2003Special interests:

• Thyroid disease in pregnancy• Pituitary disease• Hyponatremia

Jacqueline Jonklaas, M.D., Ph.D. (202) 687-2818

Pager: (202) 668-5257Title: Assistant Professor, Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism,

Department of MedicineDegree: Georgetown University, 1994Internship: Georgetown University Hospital,1994Residency: Georgetown University Hospital, 1996Fellowship: Georgetown University Hospital, 1998Certification: Internal Medicine, 1996, Endocrinology and Metabolism, 1998Special interests:

• Thyroid disorders, including thyroid cancer• Pituitary disorders


Su Chin, C.R.N.P. (202) 687-2818

Title: Nurse Practitioner, Division of Endocrinology & Metabolism,


Degree: Georgetown University, M.S.N., 2002






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Kenneth D. Burman, M.D. (202) 877-6563

110 Irving Street, NW, Room 2A-72


James N. Ramey, M.D. (202) 296-0670

1120 19th Street, NW, Suite 200


Robert E. Ratner, M.D. (301) 560-7323

MedStar Research Institute

6495 New Hampshire Avenue, Suite 201

Hyattsville, MD 20783

Neil D. Ravin, M.D. (301) 951-7288



Jerold M. Share, M.D. (202) 244-0060

3301 New Mexico Avenue, NW,

Foxhall Square, Suite 336


Mark M. Sklar, M.D. (202) 887-4769

3 Washington Circle, NW, Suite 303


Charles A. Strott, M.D. (301) 496-3025

National Institutes of Health

Building 49, Room 6A36

Bethesda, MD 20892-4510

Gabriel I. Uwaifo, M.D. (202) 787-5709

MedStar Research Institute

650 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Suite 50



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Division of

Gastroenterology

Stanley Benjamin, M.D., F.A.C.P., F.A.C.G.,

Chief

Firas H. Al-Kawas, M.D., F.A.C.P., F.A.C.G.,

Chief of Endoscopy

phone: (202) 444-8541

fax: (202) 444-7074


LOCATION

Main Building, Second Floor, Room M2408




Center for Pancreatic and Biliary Diseases (202) 444-1670

This multidisciplinary program provides state-of-the-art evaluation and therapy ofpatients with all forms of biliary and pancreatic disease. Includes RetrogradeCholangioscopy, Electrohydraulic lithotripsy and Sphincter of Oddi manometry.Contact name: Firas H. Al-Kawas, M.D.; Nadim G. Haddad, M.D.; Joan Smith, N.P.Appointment line: (202) 444-8541Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Endoscopic Ultrasonography (202) 444-8541

This new technology combines ultrasonography and endoscopy, and allows thephysician to see within and around the GI tract wall. It is employed to evaluatesubmucosal lesions, to stage neoplasms, and to guide endoscopic therapy.Contact name: Nadim Haddad, M.D., (202) 444-6274;

John E. Carroll, M.D. (202) 444-6649; Aline Charabaty, M.D. (202) 444-1667Appointment line: (202) 444-8541Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.


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Esophageal Studies Laboratory (202) 444-8895

This service offers comprehensive, state-of-the-art evaluation of esophagealdiseases, including atypical chest pain, dysphagia and refractory reflux disease.Comprehensive manometric, pH, and anorectal motility studies are performed. Treatment recommendations are provided. The Motility Laboratory uses the Bravo pH System™, a catheter-free pH monitoring system. A capsule attached to theesophageal wall transmits data to a pager-sized receiver, eliminatinguncomfortable 24-hour trans-nasal catheters.Contact name: Kathleen Maher, R.N., Stanley B. Benjamin, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-8895Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Gastrointestinal Cancer

Evaluation/Treatment Service (202) 444-8541

Application of advanced technology for management of some gastrointestinaldiseases such as bleeding or neoplasms. Multispecialty discussion with medicaland surgical oncology with the most advanced evaluation and treatmentmodalities. Includes endoscopic, ultrasound, Argon, laser, plasma coagulation andstents. Contact name: Firas H. Al-Kawas, M.D.; Nadim G. Haddad, M.D.; John Carroll, M.D.;

Joan Smith, N.P.Appointment line: (202) 444-8541Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Gastrointestinal Studies Laboratory (202) 444-8895

Comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic services are offered for the treatmentof peptic ulcer disease, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and other associatedgastrointestinal disorders. In addition, the laboratory provides a number ofongoing studies to investigate these disorders. Gastric analysis, including shamfeeding and secretin testing, is available.Contact name: Kathy Maher, R.N., Stanley B. Benjamin, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-8895Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) (202) 444-1667

Comprehensive IBD consultation services providing diagnostic and consultativeservices and all forms of therapy, including the newest surgical and endoscopictechniques, and clinical trials of medications. Emphasis is on assisting thereferring physician, patient and family in managing these important and oftenperplexing diseases.Contact name: Aline Charabary, M.D.; Matthew S. Harris, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-1667Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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Liver Treatment Center (202) 444-1671

This diagnostic and therapeutic service offers comprehensive multidisciplinaryevaluation for the treatment of liver disorders, including acute and chronic viralhepatitis, drug-induced liver injury, alcoholic liver disease, chronic cholestaticsyndromes and other causes of jaundice. Patients may be referred for evaluationof abnormal liver-associated enzymes, liver biopsy, and/or laparoscopy, and canbe evaluated for suitability for liver transplantation. In addition, the center offersinterferon therapy for selected patients with chronic hepatitis B and hepatitis C,and will offer other therapies as they become available. Patients are eligible toenter clinical research protocols evaluating newer drug treatments for chronicviral hepatitis and other liver diseases.Contact name: James H. Lewis, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-1671Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Physician Listing

Stanley B. Benjamin, M.D., F.A.C.P., F.A.C.G. (202) 444-1669

Pager: (202) 668-3601Title: Professor, Department of Medicine;

Chief, Division of GastroenterologyDegree: University of Pittsburgh, 1974Internship: National Naval Medical Center, 1977Residency: National Naval Medical Center, 1979Certification: Internal Medicine, 1977; Gastroenterology, 1979Special interests:

• Biliary endoscopy• Esophageal diseases• Therapeutic endoscopy, esophageal manometry

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Firas H. Al-Kawas, M.D., F.A.C.P., F.A.C.G. (202) 444-1670

Pager: (202) 666-0914Title: Professor, Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine;

Chief of EndoscopyDegree: Damascus University, Syria, 1974Internship: Georgetown University Medical Division at

D.C. General Hospital, 1977Residency: Georgetown University Medical Center at

D.C. General Hospital, 1979Fellowship: VA Medical Center, Gastroenterology,

Hepatology and Nutrition, 1981Certification: Internal Medicine, 1979; Gastroenterology, 1983Languages: Arabic, French Special interests:

• Biliary-pancreatic endoscopy and manometry• Pancreatic-biliary disease• Therapeutic endoscopy; gastrointestinal bleeding• Expandable stents in GI cancer

Kathy Bull-Henry, M.D. (202) 444-1667

Pager: (202) 668-0174Title: Assistant Professor, Division of Gastroenterology,

Department of MedicineDegree: Boston University, 1981Internship: Harlem Hospital, Columbia University, 1982Residency: Harlem Hospital, Columbia University, 1982Fellowship: Howard University, 1991; Georgetown University 1992Certification: Internal Medicine, 1984; Gastroenterology, 1991, 2001Special interests:

• Wireless Capsule Endoscopy of Small Bowel (Pill Cam SB)• Wireless Capsule Endoscopy of Esophagus (Pill Cam ESO)• Colon cancer screening• Gastroesophageal reflux• Women’s health



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John E. Carroll, M.D. (202) 444-6649

Pager: (202) 542-2252Title: Assistant Professor, Division of Gastroenterology,

Department of MedicineDegree: Medical College of Wisconsin, 1993Internship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1994Residency: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1996Fellowship: Georgetown University Medical Center, Gastroenterology, 1999Certification: Internal Medicine, 1996; Gastroenterology, 1999Special interests:

• Endoscopic ultrasonography• Gastroesophageal reflux• Gastrointestinal cancer

Aline Charabaty, M.D. (202) 444-8541

Pager: (202) 666-0787Title: Instructor, Division of Gastroenterology, Department of MedicineDegree: St. Joseph University Faculty Medicine, Lebanon, 1998Internship: St. Raphael’s Hospital, New Haven, 2000Residency: Georgetown University Hospital, 2002Fellowship: Georgetown University Hospital, 2005Languages: French, Arabic

Nadim G. Haddad, M.D. (202) 444-6274

Pager: (202) 490-1587Title: Associate Professor, Division of Gastroenterology,

Department of MedicineDegree: Texas Technical University Health Science Center, 1988Internship: Georgetown University Medical Center & Veterans Administration

Medical Center, 1991Residency: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1991Fellowship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1993Certification: Internal Medicine, 1992; Gastroenterology, 1995Languages: Arabic, French, SpanishSpecial interests:

• Barrett’s esophagus• Gastrointestinal cancer: colon cancer screening/esophageal

cancer• Gastrointestinal bleeding, using the wireless “Capsule”

endoscopy for evaluation• Endoscopic ultrasonography/hepatobiliary/pancreatic



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Matthew S. Harris, M.D. (202) 444-1671

Pager: (202) 668-0676Title: Clinical Professor, Division of Gastroenterology,

Department of MedicineDegree: Harvard Medical School, 1978Internship: Johns Hopkins Hospital, 1979Residency: Johns Hopkins Hospital, 1980; Hospital of The University of

Pennsylvania, 1981Fellowship: Gastroenterology, Yale University School of Medicine, 1984Certification: Internal Medicine 1981; Gastroenterology, 1983Special interests:

• Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis)

James H. Lewis, M.D., F.A.C.P., F.A.C.G. (202) 444-1671

Pager: (202) 542-3874Title: Professor, Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine;

Director, HepatologyDegree: SUNY, 1975Internship: Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospital, Houston, 1976Residency: SUNY, Downstate Medical Center, 1978Fellowship: George Washington University Hospital, 1980Certification: Internal Medicine, 1978; Gastroenterology, 1981Special interests:

• Diseases of the liver (hepatitis C, hepatitis B, drug-inducedinjury, etc.)

• Colorectal cancer screening• Gastrointestinal pharmacology• Liver biopsy and laparoscopy• Ulcer disease and other acid-peptic disorders


Tracy Booker, N.P., M.S.N., C.R.N.P. (202) 444-3557

Pager: (202) 542-0041

Title: Outpatient Nurse Practitioner, Division of Gastroenterology,


Degree: Howard University, 2003

Grad. Degree: Howard University, 2003




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Michele Dugue, N.P., M.S.N., C.R.N.P. (202) 444-7368

Pager: (202) 668-1253

Title: Inpatient Nurse Practitioner, Division of Gastroenterology,


Degree: Coppin State University, 2002

Grad. Degree: Coppin State University, M.S.N., 2002


Joan Smith, N.P., M.S.N., C.R.N.P. (202) 444-7502

Pager: (202) 668-0513

Title: Biliary Nurse Practitioner, Division of Gastroenterology,


Degree: Marymount University, 2002

Grad. Degree: Marymount University, M.S.N., 2002



Roshan M. Bashir, M.D. (202) 829-0170



Nicholas L. Christopher, M.D. (202) 966-3376



Robynne K. Chutkan, M.D. (301) 215-7700



Robert Hardi, M.D. (202) 296-3449

Metropolitan Gastroenterology Group

2021 K Street, NW, Suite T-110


Samuel P. Harrington, M.D. (202) 966-3376



William S. Hughes, M.D. (202) 364-8094





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Susan L. Laessig, M.D. (202) 829-0170

106 Irving Street, NW, Suite 205 South Tower


Thomas M. Loughney, M.D. (202) 966-3376



Lester I. Marion, M.D. (301) 718-0600



David A. Morowitz, M.D. (202) 829-0170



Enrique A. Robles, M.D. (202) 723-6599


South Tower Suite 421


Julio A. Salcedo, M.D. (202) 829-0170



I. David Shocket, M.D. (202) 829-0170

106 Irving Street, NW, Suite 205 South Tower Pager: (866) 474-1210


William Steinberg, M.D. (301) 718-0600



Soonbok G. Woo, M.D. (202) 829-0170





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Division of


Mary B. Fishman, M.D., Interim Chief

phone: (202) 444-8168

fax: (202) 444-5208


LOCATION

Pasquerilla Healthcare Center, 5th and 6th Floors




General Internal Medicine Clinical Practice (202) 444-8168

Group practice of internal medicine that provides comprehensive medical carefor adults, including preventive care, personal physician care, diagnosis andtreatment.Contact name: Mary Fishman, M.D., Practice DirectorAppointment line: (202) 444-8168Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Physician Listing

Mary B. Fishman, M.D. (202) 444-8168

Pager: (202) 668-1563Title: Interim Chief and Associate Professor, Division of General Internal

Medicine; Associate Program Director, General Internal MedicineResidency, Department of Medicine

Degree: University of Pennsylvania, 1984Internship: University of Pennsylvania Hospital, 1985Residency: University of Pennsylvania Hospital, 1987Certification: Internal Medicine, 1987Special interests:

• Medical education


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Michael Adams, M.D. (202) 444-8168

Pager: (202) 542-0226Title: Director, Internal Medicine Residency Program, Vice-Chair and

Associate Professor, Division of General Internal Medicine;Department of Medicine

Degree: Georgetown University School of Medicine, 1992Internship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1993Residency: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1995Certification: Internal Medicine, 1995Special interests:

• Medical student education• Preoperative evaluation

Amy Burke, M.D. (202) 444-8168

Pager: (202) 901-3003Title: Assistant Professor and Program Director, Medicine-Pediatrics

Residency Program, Division of General Internal Medicine,Department of Medicine; Assistant Professor, Department ofPediatrics

Degree: Tulane University, 1997Internship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1998Residency: Georgetown University Hospital, 2001Certification: Internal Medicine, 2001; Pediatrics, 2001Special interests:

• Care of the family unit – children (newborn – adolescence) and parents

Marilee C.S. Cole, M.D., D.T.M.H. (202) 444-8168

Pager: (202) 666-2126Title: Professor, Division of General Internal Medicine, Department of

Medicine, Director, Tropical Medicine Elective in CameroonDegree: Johns Hopkins, 1972Residency: Baltimore City Hospital, 1975Fellowship: Georgetown University Medical Center, Primary Care, 1982Certification: Internal Medicine, 1983; Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, University

of London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, 2002Special interests:

• Tropical medicine• International health• HIV/AIDS in developing countries




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Michael J. Donnelly, M.D. (202) 444-8168

Pager: (202) 668-1768Title: Assistant Professor Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, Division of

General Internal Medicine, Department of MedicineDegree: University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Robert Wood

Johnson Medical School, 1998Internship: Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, 1999Residency: Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, 2002Certification: Internal Medicine, 2002Special interests:

• Medical education• Pediatrics

Jerry M. Earll, M.D. (202) 895-0122

Pager: (202) 666-9168Title: Professor, Division of General Internal Medicine,

Department of MedicineDegree: University of Iowa, 1958Internship: Letterman Army Medical Center, San Francisco, 1959Residency: Letterman Army Medical Center, San Francisco, 1962Certification: Internal Medicine, 1965; Endocrinology & Metabolism, 1972;

Nuclear Medicine, 1972; Geriatric medicine, 1988Special interests:

• Diabetes• Eating Disorders• Geriatrics• Preventive medicine

Leanne Lash, M.D. (202) 444-8168

Pager: (202) 668-0011Title: Assistant Professor, Division of General Internal Medicine,

Department of MedicineDegree: New York University, 1999Internship: New York University-Bellevue, 2000Residency: New York University-Bellevue, 2002Certification: Internal Medicine, 2002Special interests:

• Primary care• Behavioral medicine• Women’s health issues, eating disorders





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Michael L. Molineux, M.D. (202) 444-3976


Department of Medicine; Director, Hospital MedicineDegree: Georgetown University School of Medicine, 1996Residency: New England Medical Center, 1999; Chief Resident, 2000Special interests:

• Hospital medicine• Perioperative medicine

Eileen S. Moore, M.D. (202) 444-8168


Department of MedicineDegree: University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, 1995Residency: University of Cincinnati, 1998Fellowship: Georgetown University Hospital, 2001Certification: Internal Medicine, 2002Special interests:

• Internal Medicine• Health maintenance/disease prevention• Weight management• Smoking cessation

Dennis Murphy, M.D., F.A.C.P. (202) 444-8168

Pager: (202) 668-0970Title: Associate Professor, Division of General Internal Medicine;

Vice-Chair, Clinical Affairs, Department of MedicineDegree: Georgetown University School of Medicine, 1983Internship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1984Residency: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1986Certification: Internal Medicine, 1986Special interests:

• Internal Medicine/Primary Care Cardiology• Headache• Depression




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Catherine Okuliar, M.D. (202) 444-8168


Department of MedicineDegree: University of Texas Southwestern, 2002Internship: UC-San Francisco, 2003Residency: Georgetown University Hospital, 2005Certification: Internal Medicine, 2005Language: SpanishSpecial interests:

• Preventive Medicine

Jennifer Raum, M.D. (202) 444-3976

Pager : (202) 542-2626Title: Assistant Professor, Division of General Internal Medicine,

Department of MedicineDegree: University of North Dakota, 2001Residency: Georgetown University 2003, 2004; Chief Resident, 2005Internship: University of North Dakota, 2002Special interests:

• Hospital Medicine

Amarin Sangkharat, M.D. (202) 444-3976

Pager : (202) 668-4360Title: Assistant Professor, Division of General Internal Medicine,

Department of MedicineDegree: Georgetown University School of Medicine, 2001Internship: Georgetown University Hospital, 2002Residency: Georgetown University Hospital, 2004; Chief Residency, 2005Certification: Internal Medicine, 2005Language: ThaiSpecial interests:

• Hospital Medicine




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Kristen Schaefer, M.D. (202) 444-8168


Department of MedicineDegree: Harvard Medical School, 1994Internship: UC San Francisco, 1995Residency: UC San Francisco, 1997Certification: Internal Medicine, 1997Language: Medical SpanishSpecial interests:

• Women’s health• Cross-cultural medicine

Elizabeth A. Schultz, M.D. (202) 444-3976


Department of MedicineDegree: Loyola University/Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine, 1997Residency: Loyola University, 2001Special interests:

• Hospital medicine• Teaching

Shyrl Sistrunk, M.D. (202) 444-8168

Pager: (202) 668-4205Title: Associate Professor, Division of General Internal Medicine,

Department of Medicine; Associate Dean for Clinical Education,Georgetown University School of Medicine

Degree: Medical University of South Carolina, 1991Internship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1992Residency: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1994Certification: Internal Medicine, 1995; Geriatrics, 2003Special interests:

• Patient education• Preventive medicine• Geriatric medicine




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Margot G. Wheeler, M.D. (202) 444-8168


Department of MedicineDegree: Dartmouth Medical School, 1991Internship: National Naval Medical Center, 1992Residency: National Naval Medical Center, 1994Certification: Internal Medicine, 1994, 2004Special interests:

• Medical consultation• Preoperative evaluation


Lisa De Gilio, N.P. (202) 444-8168

Title: Nurse Practitioner, Division of General Internal Medicine,


Degree: Georgetown University Hospital, M.S.; Gerontological Nurse

Practitioner, 1996; Catholic University,

Certification: Post-Masters certificate, Adult Nurse Practitioner, 1997

Patricia Peck, A.N.P., F.N.P. (202) 444-8168

Title: Nurse Practitioner, Division of General Internal Medicine,


Degree: George Washington University, Post-Master’s Nurse Practitioner

Program, 1997, Marymount University, M.S.N., 1988

Certification: American Nurses Credentialing Center, Adult Nurse Practitioner, 1997;

Family Nurse Practitioner, 1999

Carolyn M. Penharlow, A.R.N.P. (202) 444-6450

Title: Nurse Practitioner, Employee Health Service

Degree: University of Nebraska, M.S.N., 1994

Certification: Family Nurse Practitioner, 1998

Paula L. Sullivan, A.R.N.P. (202) 444-3745

Title: Director, Employee Health Service

Degree: University of Massachusetts at Worcester, M.S.N., 1997

Certification: American Nurses Credentialing Center, Adult Nurse Practitioner, 1998

Barbara A. Weaver, A.R.N.P. (202) 444-3680

Pager: (202) 668-3860

Title: Adult Nurse Practitioner, Employee Health Service

Degree: Catholic University, M.S.N., 1988

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Anjula Agrawal, M.D. (202) 895-0050

Primary Care at Foxhall



Elliot Aleskow, M.D. (202) 466-7266

2141 K Street, NW, Suite 701


Bryan J. Arling, M.D. (202) 833-5707

Drs. Arling & Patterson, PC



Howard Boltansky, M.D. (202) 966-7100

3301 New Mexico Avenue, Suite 223


Lucy Chang, M.D. (202) 296-0670



Alexander C. Chester, M.D. (202) 362-4467

Foxhall Internist, PC



Z Chris, M.D. (202) 728-9630



Patti A. Colevas, M.D. (202) 362-4467




William A. Condrell, M.D. (202) 244-0812

4910 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Suite 307


Collin D. Cullen, M.D. (240) 497-1570

Health Ways Family Medical Center


Bethesda, MD 20814



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Dennis A. Cullen, M.D. (301) 951-0420


Bethesda, MD 20814

Rodney L. Ellis, M.D. (301) 552-3953

9811 Greenbelt Road, Suite 104

Lanham, MD 20706

James J. Foster, M.D. (301) 654-4850

Drs. Nealon, Foster & Graves Chartered



Alice L. Fuisz, M.D. (202) 728-9630

Washington Internist Group, LLC.



Michael J. Grady, M.D. (202) 686-0813

4201 Cathedral Avenue, NW, Suite 114 West


George W. Graves, M.D. (301) 654-4850




Darcy J. Hansen, M.D. (202) 223-6199



David M. Hansen, M.D. (202) 362-4467




Carole E. Horn, M.D. (202) 296-0670



Carol C. Jagdeo, M.D. (202) 877-0535

106 Irving Street, NW, POB South, Suite 406


Richard M. Kaufman, M.D. (202) 296-0670






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Lawrence E. Klein, M.D. (202) 362-4467




Prudence P. Kline, M.D. (202) 293-3636



David R. Lawrenz, M.D. (202) 728-9630



Theodore C. Li, M.D. (202) 362-2579




Ishtiaq A. Malik, M.D. (866) 676-6767

4615 N. Park Avenue, Suite 309


Jeanne S. Mandelblatt, M.D. (202) 687-0812

Cancer Control Program

2233 Wisconsin Avenue, NW, Suite 317


Dale A. Matthews, M.D. (202) 728-9630

Washington Internists Group Pager: (800) 854-8086



Brian P. McBreen, M.D. (202) 895-0050




Karen R. Myers, M.D. (202) 728-9630

Washington Internists Group



Kevin G. Nealon, M.D. (301) 654-4850







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Michael A. Newman, M.D. (202) 466-8118



Peter J. Ouellette, M.D. (202) 895-0050




David W. Patterson, M.D. (202) 833-5707

Drs. Arling & Patterson, PC



Edmund D. Pellegrino, M.D. (202) 687-5397

Center for Clinical Bioethics

Medical Dental Building, Room C305


Joseph Daniel Robinson, M.D. (202) 833-9440

1056 Thomas Jefferson St., NW


Jeffrey B. Sherman, M.D. (202) 466-8118

2021 K Street, NW, Suite 404 Ans. Svc.: (202) 466-8118


Joan E. St. Onge, M.D. (202) 741-2222

Medical Faculty Associates

Division of General Internal Medicine

2150 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW


Alan W. Stone, M.D. (202) 466-8118



Kristin E. Thomas-Yamamoto, M.D. (202) 362-4467




Andrew N. Umhau, M.D. (202) 362-4467







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Robert S. Wilkinson, M.D. (202) 338-5050

Washington Internal Medicine



Philip Witorsch, M.D. (202) 687-0398

Department of Pharmacology

SE-402 Med-Dent Building



David P. Wolfe, M.D. (202) 293-1470

Arthritis and Rheumatism Associates



Martin S. Wolfe, M.D. (202) 331-0287



Linda L. Yau, M.D. (202) 362-4467




Daniel V. Young, M.D. (202) 686-6885

Connecticut Avenue Internal Medicine

4530 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 104




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Division of

Hematology/Oncology

John L. Marshall, M.D., Chief

phone: (202) 444-7064

fax: (202) 444-1229


LOCATION

Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center




Adult Leukemia Service (202) 444-2223

State-of-the-art, nationally recognized program for the treatment of chronic andacute leukemias in adults. This program is associated with national andinternational study groups and registries for the application of the most up-to-date technologies for the treatment and cure of leukemia. The Leukemia Serviceis closely associated with the Bone Marrow Transplantation Service so that allleukemia patients have access to the most advanced technologies for thetreatment of leukemia.Contact name: Bruce Cheson, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-2223Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Betty Lou Ourisman Breast Health Center (202) 444-3315

The Comprehensive Breast Center provides breast cancer screening services forwomen. Services include assessment of individual risk factors for cancer;personalized instruction in breast self-examination; evaluation and monitoring ofbenign breast conditions; access to a full range of breast imaging services; secondopinions regarding mammograms, pathology reports, and/or biopsyrecommendations; and, if indicated, referral to specialized services includingsurgeons and oncologists. Georgetown University Hospital is one of the firsthospitals to offer digital mammography. Contact name: Shawna Willey, M.D.; Robert Warren, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-3315Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.


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Bone Marrow Transplantation Service (202) 444-7253

Allogenic and autologous bone marrow transplantation for hematologicmalignancies and solid tumors, and selected hematologic and congenitalhematopoietic stem cell tumors.Contact name: Bruce D. Cheson, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-7253Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Breast Cancer Clinic (202) 444-2223

This service is designed for comprehensive evaluation of patients with any stageof breast cancer and to make systemic treatment recommendations. A medicaloncologist provides information regarding chemotherapy and hormone therapyoptions and will discuss available clinical trials. Other services include nutritionand psychological counseling, as well as referral, if appropriate, to physicaltherapy and genetic counseling and testing. New cases are discussed andtreatment recommendations are made in a weekly multidisciplinary conference.Contact name: Claudine Isaacs, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-2223Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Breast Cancer Consultation Group (202) 444-2223

For women with newly diagnosed breast cancer, this service offers simultaneousconsultation with a surgeon, a radiation oncologist, a medical oncologist, and anurse case manager about specialized comprehensive treatment. Other servicesinclude physical therapy, plastic surgery, pathologic and radiologic consultations,and nutritional and psychological counseling.Contact name: Robert Warren, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-2223Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Center for Bleeding and Clotting Disorders (202) 444-2223

Diagnosis and treatment center for patients with bleeding problems and clottingdisorders (i.e., thrombophilia and idiopathic thrombocytopenia).Contact name: Craig Kessler, M.D. Appointment line: (202) 444-2223Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m


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Center for Myeloproliferative and

Myelodysplastic Disorders (202) 444-2223

A center devoted to the multidisciplinary care of myelodysplastic andmyeloproliferative disorders.Contact name: Craig Kessler, M.D.Phone: (202) 444-2223Appointment line: (202) 444-2223Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m

Clotting Factor Acquisition Program (202) 444-4861

A program designed to sell clotting factor products at a discounted rate.Contact name: Lisa Jacobs, M.B.A.Appointment line: (202) 444-4861Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m

Combined Modality Head & Neck Clinic (202) 444-2223

The modern management of head and neck tumors requires the input of the ENTsurgeon, radiation therapist, and medical oncologist, integrated into the overallmedical care of the patient. Initial evaluations are discussed at a weekly tumorboard held jointly with ENT and radiation therapy.Contact name: Philip Cohen, M.D.; Jimmy Hwang, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-2223Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Cutaneous Lymphoma Project (202) 444-2223

Special management of cutaneous lymphomas including timely use of specializedradiation techniques, new chemotherapeutic agents and biologic responsemodifiers.Contact name: Blanche Mavromatis, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-2223Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Developmental Therapeutics Program (202) 444-2223

This clinic focuses on new treatments for patients with advanced malignancies.Typically, studies are not restricted by tumor type and early phase studies do notrequire measurable disease.Contact name: John Marshall, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-2223Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.


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Gastrointestinal Oncology Clinic (202) 444-2223

Offers protocols for treatment of advanced colorectal, pancreatic, esophageal,gastric and other gastrointestinal malignancies, as well as adjuvant andneoadjuvant chemotherapy. Contact name: John Marshall, M.D.; Jimmy Hwang, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-2223Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Georgetown Brain Tumor Center (202) 444-2223

This is a multidisciplinary clinic in which a neurosurgeon, radiation oncologist,and medical oncologist provide consultation and evaluation for patients withbrain and spinal cord tumors. Several protocol treatments are available accordingto the needs of each patient. The center is a member of the National CentralNervous System Consortium and, as such, includes a very active basic researchlab that supports the clinical activity. Contact name: Philip Cohen, M.D. Appointment line: (202) 444-2223Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Hemophilia Treatment Center (202) 444-0117

Federally supported center for the total comprehensive care of inherited bleedingdisorders. The patients are invited to monthly clinics where they receivephysician, nursing, social work and physical therapy care.Contact name: Craig Kessler, M.D.; Carolyn Francis, R.N., M.S., A.N.P.Appointment line: (202) 444-0117Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m

Hemapheresis (202) 444-3667

Therapeutic removal of plasma containing toxic factors or antibodies believed tobe important in disease pathogenesis.Contact name: Craig Kessler, M.D.; Blanche Mavromatis, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-3667Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Hematologic Malignancy Service (202) 444-2223

This comprehensive multidisciplinary clinic provides consultation, evaluation andtreatment of all hematologic disorders and hematologic malignancies including:leukemia, Hodgkin’s disease, lymphomas, and myeloma.Contact name: Bruce Cheson, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-2198Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.



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Infusion Service (202) 444-4399

Administration of outpatient transfusion, chemotherapy, and otherpharmaceutical agents.Contact name: Philip Cohen, M.D. Appointment line: (202) 444-4399Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

National Lung Screening Trial (NLST) (202) 687-2950

National Lung Screening Trial is a research study sponsored by the NationalCancer Institute for men and women at risk for lung cancer. The NLST is forpatients who smoke heavily or have smoked for many years. NLST offers thepossibility of detecting a small lung cancer that may still be curable and referralsto smoking cessation resources if a person wants to quit.Contact name: Colleen McGuire, R.N.Appointment line: (202) 687-2950Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Palliative Care Program (referrals) (202) 444-1781

This program is a nursing and medical program offering pain management as wellas psychological and spiritual support to patients with malignancies and othersevere illnesses. Often times the palliative care team works with the oncologiststo assess various treatment options.Contact name: Andrew Putnam, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-1781Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Pulmonary Oncology Program (202) 444-2223

This comprehensive approach to the patient with a known neoplasm of thethorax offers consultation and intervention with chemotherapy or experimentalphase I/II therapies as needed. Frequent joint consultations are made withradiation therapy and thoracic surgery in an Interdisciplinary Lung Clinic.Contact name: Shakun Malik, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-2223Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Urologic Oncology Service (202) 444-2223

This service provides referral, consultation and treatment for cancer of the testes,bladder, kidney, and prostate. Multidisciplinary review of cases byHematology/Oncology and Urology. Clinical trials are offered.Contact name: Edward P. Gelmann, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-2223Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.



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Physician Listing

John L. Marshall, M.D. (202) 444-7064

Pager: (202) 490-0385Title: Associate Professor and Chief, Division of Hematology/Oncology,

Department of Medicine and Lombardi Comprehensive CancerCenter

Degree: University of Louisville School of Medicine, 1988Internship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1988Residency: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1991Fellowship: Medical Oncology, Georgetown University Medical Center, 1993Certification: Internal Medicine, 1991; Medical Oncology, 1993Special interests:

• Gastrointestinal malignancies• New drug development

Ekatherine Asatiani, M.D. (202) 444-3958

Pager: (202) 490-0467Title: Assistant Professor, Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department

of Medicine and Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center Degree: Tbilisi State Medical University, 1995Internship: Emory University, School of Medicine, 1997Residency: Emory University, School of Medicine, 2000Fellowship: Georgetown University Hospital, 2003Certification: Internal Medicine, 2000; Oncology, 2003 Special interests:

• Leukemia• Malignant hematology

Bruce D. Cheson, M.D. (202) 444-7932

Pager: (202) 542-0510Title: Director, Hematology Services, Lombardi Comprehensive

Cancer CenterDegree: Tufts University, 1971Internship: University of Virginia Hospitals, 1972Residency: University of Virginia Hospitals, 1974Fellowship: New England Medical Center, 1976Certification: Internal Medicine, 1974; Hematology, 1976Special interests:

• Leukemia/lymphoma• New drug development


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Philip Cohen, M.D. (202) 444-2198

Pager: (202) 668-8774Title: Associate Professor, Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department

of Medicine and Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer CenterDegree: Harvard University, 1970Internship: Massachusetts General Hospital, 1971Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital, 1972Fellowship: National Cancer Institute, 1974Certification: Internal Medicine, 1973; Oncology, 1975; Hematology, 1976Special interests:

• Breast carcinoma• Hodgkin’s and non-Hodgkin’s lymphomas• Melanoma• Multiple myeloma• Leukemia

Edward P. Gelmann, M.D. (202) 444-7303

Pager: (202) 490-0860Title: William M. Scholl Professor, Division of Hematology/Oncology,

Department of Medicine and Lombardi Comprehensive CancerCenter

Degree: Stanford University, 1976Internship: University of Chicago, 1977Residency: University of Chicago, 1978Fellowship: Medicine Branch, National Cancer Institute, NIH, 1980Certification: Internal Medicine, 1980; Medical Oncology, 1982Special interests:

• Prostate cancer• Testicular cancer• Cancer screening trials• Sarcomas

Jimmy Hwang, M.D. (202) 444-2198


of Medicine and Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer CenterDegree: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, 1995Internship: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, 1996Residency: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, 1998Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, 2001Certification: Internal Medicine, 1998; Medical Oncology, 2001; Hematology, 2002Special interests:

• Gastrointestinal malignancies• Lung cancer• New drug development



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Claudine Isaacs, M.D.C.M., F.R.C.P.C. (202) 444-3677


of Medicine and Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer CenterDegree: McGill University, 1987Residency: Montreal General Hospital, Internal Medicine, 1990Fellowship: McGill University, Hematology and Oncology, 1992; Georgetown

University Medical Center, Oncology, 1993Certification: Internal Medicine, 1990; Internal Medicine, F.R.C.P.C., 1991;

Hematology, F.R.C.P.C., 1992; Oncology, 1993Special interests:

• Breast cancer treatment and clinical trials• Emphasis on the evaluation of women at high risk of developing

breast cancer

Craig M. Kessler, M.D. (202) 444-8676

Pager: (202) 666-8039Title: Professor, Department of Medicine and Pathology; Division of

Hematology/Oncology; Director, Clinical Coagulation Laboratory,Division of Laboratory Medicine, Department of Pathology

Degree: Tulane University School of Medicine, 1973Internship: Ochsner Foundation Hospital and Clinic, 1974Residency: Ochsner Foundation Hospital and Clinic, 1976Fellowship: Hematology, Johns Hopkins Hospital, 1978Certification: Internal Medicine, 1976; Hematology, 1980Language: FrenchSpecial interests:

• Anemias• Bleeding disorders• Coagulation and platelet disorders • Hematologic malignancies • Myeloproliferative diseases• Thrombophilias; Hemophilias• Treatment of hematologic diseases



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Minetta Liu, M.D. (202) 444-3677


of Medicine and Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer CenterDegree: Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia, 1995Residency: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1998Fellowship: Georgetown University Hospital, Oncology, 2001Certification: Internal Medicine, 1998; Oncology, 2001Special interests:

• Breast cancer treatment and clinical trials• Development of biomarkers for treatment response and

prognosis

Shakun Malik, M.D. (202) 444-4948


of Medicine and Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer CenterDegree: University of Kashmir, 1980Internship: University of Pittsburgh/Shadyside Hospital, 1984Residency: University of Pittsburgh/Shadyside Hospital, 1986Fellowship: Washington Hospital Center/VA Medical Center, 1994; George

Washington University Hospital/NIH, 1996Certification: Internal Medicine, 1987; Oncology, 1995; Hematology, 1996Special interests:

• Lung cancer• Clinical trials for lung cancer• New drug development

Blanche Mavromatis, M.D. (202) 444-2198


of Medicine and Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer CenterDegree: Jefferson Medical College, 1994Internship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1995Residency: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1997Fellowship: Georgetown University Hospital, 2000Certification: Internal Medicine, 1997; Medical Oncology, 2001Special interests:

• Hematologic malignancies• Lymphoma• Multiple myeloma• Myelodysplastic syndrome• Leukemia



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Andrew Putnam, M.D. (202) 444-1781


of Medicine and Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer CenterDegree: University of Connecticut School of Medicine, 1996Internship: SUNY Stony Brook, 1997Residency: SUNY Stony Brook, 1999Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital, 2001Certification: Family Medicine,1999; Palliative Care, 2003Special interests:

• Palliative care• Hospice and home care• Cancer pain management

S. Gerald Sandler, M.D. (202) 444-8520

Pager: (877) 558-7118Title: Professor, Division of Hematology/Oncology, Departments of

Medicine and Pathology; Director, Transfusion MedicineDegree: NYU School of Medicine, 1962Internship: NYU Bellevue Medical Center, 1963Residency: NYU Bellevue Medical Center, 1964Fellowship: National Cancer Institute, NIH, 1966; NYU Bellevue Medical Center,

1968Certification: Internal Medicine, 1970; Pathology-Blood Banking, 1979Language: HebrewSpecial interests:

• Transfusion medicine• Autologous (self) donations• Therapeutic hemapheresis• Transfusion• Transfusion-transmitted infections• ITP (Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura)

Peter Shields, M.D. (202) 687-0003

Pager: (866) 950-0625Title: Professor, Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of

Medicine and Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer CenterDegree: Mount Sinai School of Medicine, 1983Internship: George Washington University Hospital, 1983Residency: George Washington University Hospital, 1984Fellowship: George Washington University Hospital, 1987Certification: Internal Medicine, 1988; Oncology, 1989; Hematology, 1990Special interests:

• Hematology



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Robert D. Warren, M.D. (202) 444-0339

Pager: (202) 668-6590Title: Professor, Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of

Medicine and Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center; Co-director, Betty Lou Ourisman Breast Health Center

Degree: University of Missouri, 1972Internship: University of Missouri, 1973Residency: University of Missouri, 1974Fellowship: National Institutes of Health, 1977Certification: Internal Medicine, 1978; Medical Oncology, 1979Special interests:

• Breast carcinoma• Benign and high risk breast diseases


Anna Couvillon, A.P.R.N.-B.C., M.S. (202) 444-7410

Pager: (202) 490-0217

Title: Family Nurse Practitioner, Division of Hematology/Oncology,

Department of Medicine and Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center

Degree: University of Maryland, Baltimore, M.S., Family Nurse Practitioner

Program, 2001

Languages: Spanish, German

Carolyn Francis, R.N., C.A.N.P., M.S. (202) 687-0117

Pager: (202) 666-1523

Title: Coordinator, Georgetown University Hospital Center for Bleeding

Disorders and Thrombosis; Nurse Practitioner, Division of

Hematology/Oncology, Department of Medicine and Lombardi

Comprehensive Cancer Center

Degree: George Mason University, M.S.N., 1989

Certification: Neuroscience Registered Nurse, 1983; Adult Gerontological Nurse

Practitioner, 1982

Theresa Harrington, N.P. (202) 444-3601

Pager: (202) 542-0156

Title: Nurse Practitioner, Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery;

Betty Lou Ourisman Breast Health Center; Division of



Degree: George Mason University, M.S.N., 2002

Certification: American Nurses Credentialing Center, Adult Nurse Practitioner, 2002Special interests:

• Breast cancer risk assessment and risk reduction

• Management of breast disease



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Virginia LeBaron, A.C.N.P.-B.C., A.O.C.N. (202) 444-0823

Pager: (202) 542-0464

Title: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Palliative Care Program, Division of



Degree: University of Virginia, B.S.N., 1996; University of Maryland School of

Nursing, M.S., Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program, 2002

Certification: American Nurses Credentialing Center, Acute Care Nurse Practitioner,

2003; Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse, 2004Special interests:

• Pain and symptom management in advanced cancer

Physician Assistant Listing

Amy R. Hankin, P.A.-C. (202) 444-8919

Pager: (202) 490-0551

Title: Physician Assistant, Division of Hematology-Oncology, Department of

Medicine and Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center

Degree: Yale University School of Medicine, M.M.Sc., Physician Associate

Program, 1999

Certification: National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants, 1999Special interests:

• Gastrointestinal malignancies


Edward Adelson, M.D. (202) 296-2180



Frederick G. Barr, M.D. (301) 657-8587



Daniel J. Esposito, M.D. (301) 656-9170



Ari D. Fishman, M.D. (202) 293-5382

Washington Hematology-Oncology Center





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Sandra J. Ginsberg, M.D. (202) 296-2180



Kenneth Goldstein, M.D. (202) 293-5382

Washington Oncology/Hematology



Susan F. Honig, M.D. (610) 584-1169

1787 Hawks Nest Lane

Collegeville, PA 19426

Joseph N. Kennedy, M.D. (301) 656-8816



Bruce R. Kressel, M.D. (202) 293-5382



Thomas L. Sacks, M.D. (202) 362-4467



Frederick P. Smith, M.D. (301) 657-4588





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Division of

Infectious Diseases

Princy N. Kumar, M.D., Chief

phone: (202) 687-6845

fax: (202) 687-6476


LOCATION

Kober-Cogan Building, Suite 110




Infectious Diseases Consultative Services (202) 687-6845

Consultative and diagnostic services for patients with all types of infection agentsincluding bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites. Travel medicine, includingimmunization and care for the returning sick traveler. A multidisciplinaryprogram for counseling, evaluation, treatment and follow-up care for symptomaticand asymptomatic patients with HIV-positive infection and all conditionsassociated with AIDS. Contact name: Gale MorganAppointment line: (202) 687-6845Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.


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Princy N. Kumar, M.D. (202) 687-6845

Pager: (202) 666-1137Title: Professor of Medicine, Microbiology, Department of Medicine; Chief,

Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine; AssociateDean for Students, Georgetown School of Medicine; Director,Fellowship Program; Vice-Chair of Education, Department ofMedicine; Chair of Infection Control

Degree: Kasturba Medical College, India, 1980; Postgraduate in Pediatrics:Kasturba Medical College, India, 1980

Internship: Englewood Hospital, 1986Residency: Englewood Hospital, 1988Fellowship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1990Certification: Internal Medicine, 1988; Infectious Diseases, 2000Special interests:

• General infectious diseases• HIV disease and treatment• Surgical infections• Travel medicine

Gayle Balba, M.D. (202) 687-6845

Pager: (202) 666-0392Title: Assistant Professor of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases,

Department of MedicineDegree: Georgetown University, 1998Internship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1999Residency: Georgetown University Hospital, 2001Fellowship: Georgetown University Hospital, 2003Certification: Internal Medicine, 2001; Infectious Diseases, 2003Special interests:

• Hepatitis

Adam Sherwat, M.D. (202) 687-6845

Pager: (202) 668-3321Title: Assistant Professor of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases,

Department of MedicineDegree: University of Cincinnati, 1996Internship: The Christ Hospital, 1997Residency: The Christ Hospital, 1998, 1999Fellowship: Georgetown University, 2004Certification: Internal Medicine, 1999Special interests:

• General infectious diseases• Surgical infections

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Joseph Timpone, Jr., M.D. (202) 687-6845

Pager: (888) 370-8486Title: Assistant Professor, Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of

Medicine; Director, Clinical ResearchDegree: Georgetown University School of Medicine, 1985Internship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1986Residency: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1988; Chief Resident,

Georgetown Medical Center and D.C. General Hospital, 1989Fellowship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1991Certification: Internal Medicine, 1989; Infectious Diseases, 1994Special interests:

• General infectious diseases• HIV disease and antiretroviral therapy• HIV associated bone disease, avascular necrosis, osteoporosis• Metabolic complications of HIV disease

Joseph Toerner, M.D. (202) 687-6845

Title: Assistant Clinical Professor, Division of Infectious Diseases,Department of Medicine

Degree: Case Western Reserve University, 1988Internship: Case Western Reserve University, 1989Residency: Case Western Reserve University, 1991Fellowship: Georgetown University Medical Center, Infectious Diseases, 1994Certification: Internal Medicine, 1993, 2003Special interests:

• HIV disease

Mary A. Young, M.D. (202) 687-6845

Pager: (202) 666-1423Title: Assistant Professor, Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of

Medicine, Principal Investigator/Program Director; WIHS ProjectChair, Institutional Review Board, Georgetown University

Degree: College of Notre Dame, 1970Internship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1984Residency: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1985Fellowship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1987Certification: Medical Examiner (I, II, III), 1985; Internal Medicine, 1987;

Infectious Diseases, 1990Special interests:

• General Infectious Diseases• HIV disease and treatment• HIV diseases associated with pregnant women• HIV diseases and antiretroviral therapy



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Mark R. Abbruzzese, M.D. (202) 537-7400

Kane & Davis Associates Pager: (800) 204-3326



Laurence B. Balter, M.D. (202) 537-7400


4910 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Suite 304


Sarah M. Connelly, M.D. (202) 537-4000

Kane & Davis Associates



Robert L. Danner, M.D. (301) 496-9320

National Institutes of Health

9000 Rockville Pike

Building 10, Room 7D43

Bethesda, MD 20892

William A. Davis, M.D. (202) 537-7400




Elisabeth A. Hagen, M.D. (202) 537-7400




James G. Kane, M.D. (202) 537-7400




Peter S. Miele, M.D. (202) 537-7400




Thomas P. O’Toole, M.D. (202) 687-1640

Georgetown School of Medicine

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Timothy A. Price, M.D. (202) 463-0220

Price Medical

1330 New Hampshire Avenue, NW, Suite 121


Todd D. Turner, M.D. (202) 537-7400




Beth L. Ungar, M.D. (202) 362-4467


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Christopher S. Wilcox, M.D.,

Ph.D., F.R.C.P., F.A.C.P., Chief

phone: (202) 444-9183

fax: (202) 444-7893


LOCATION

Pasquerilla Healthcare Center, Sixth Floor




Continuous Ambulatory

Peritoneal Dialysis (CAPD) (202) 333-5211

This is an active program in continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis thatincludes evaluation and training of patients for CAPD as a form of renalreplacement therapy.Contact name: Joyce Gonin, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 333-5211Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Hemodialysis (202) 333-5211

A large program exists for providing maintenance hemodialysis on an outpatientbasis. The outpatient hemodialysis unit is staffed by the physicians of thedivision.Contact name: Francisco Llach, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 333-5211Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.


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Inpatient Service (202) 444-9183

There is an active inpatient consultation service for patients with renal disease orhypertension. Renal biopsies are routinely performed and are interpreted bypathologists at Georgetown and the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology. Theinpatient service is supported by an inpatient hemodialysis program that offersconventional hemodialysis and slow dialysis forms such as continuousarteriovenous filtration/dialysis.Contact name: Joyce Gonin, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-9183Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Nephrology & Hypertension (202) 444-9183

The Division of Nephrology and Hypertension supplements its regular nephrologyand hypertension clinics with six specialty clinics that are designed to provide afocused approach to a patient’s specific need for nephrology and hypertensionconsultation. Each clinic is directed by a board-certified nephrologist who is afull-time associate or full professor at Georgetown University.Contact name: Francisco Llach, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-9183Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Physician Listing

Christopher S. Wilcox, M.D., Ph.D.,

F.R.C.P., F.A.C.P. (202) 444-9183

Pager: (202) 668-6940Title: George E. Schreiner Professor of Nephrology; Chief, Division of

Nephrology and Hypertension, Department of Medicine; Vice-Chair,Academic Affairs & Research

Degree: Oxford University, M.D., 1969; London University, Ph.D., 1974Residency: Middlesex Hospital/London University, UK, 1970Fellowship: St. Mary’s Hospital/London University, UK, 1975Certification: Internal Medicine, 1984; Nephrology, 1986Special interests:

• Management of complicated and drug-resistant hypertension• Renal disease• Secondary forms of hypertension including renovascular

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Shakil Aslam, M.D. (202) 444-9183

Pager: (202) 490-2395Title: Assistant Professor, Division of Nephrology & Hypertension,

Department of MedicineDegree: King Edward Medical College, Pakistan, 1988Residency: SUNY, 1995Fellowship: SUNY, 2001Certification: Internal Medicine, 1995; Nephrology, 2000Special interests:

• Clinical nephrology • Fluid and electrolyte disorders

Joyce Gonin, M.B., Ch.B. (202) 444-9183

Pager: (888) 509-6618Title: Associate Professor, Division of Nephrology and Hypertension,

Department of MedicineDegree: University of Cape Town School of Medicine, South Africa; M.B.,

Ch.B., 1984Internship: Groote Schuur Hospital, Cape Town, South Africa, 1985Residency: Tygerberg Hospital, Cape Town, South Africa, 1985; Faulkner

Hospital, Boston, 1991Fellowship: Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, 1993Certification: Internal Medicine, 1992; Nephrology, 1994Special interests:

• Certified transplant nephrologist• Kidney and pancreas transplantation (UNOS)• Glomerulonephritis• The kidney in liver disease

Francisco Llach, M.D. (202) 444-9183

Pager: (202) 668-1477Title: Professor, Division of Nephrology and Hypertension,

Department of MedicineDegree: Seville Medical School, Spain, 1966Internship: Englewood Hospital, NJ, 1969; George Washington University, 1969Residency: George Washington University Hospital, 1971Fellowship: Mt. Sinai Hospital and Wadsworth VA Hospital, Nephrology, UCLA,

1974Certification: Internal Medicine, 1972; Nephrology, 1974Language: SpanishSpecial interests:

• Clinical nephrology• Divalent ion metabolism• Renal bone disease





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Robert J. Rubin, M.D. (202) 444-9183

Pager: (202) 668-1067Title: Professor, Division of Nephrology and Hypertension,

Department of MedicineDegree: Cornell University Medical College, 1970Internship: New England Medical Center Hospitals, 1971Residency: New England Medical Center Hospitals, 1972Fellowship: New England Medical Center Hospitals, 1976Certification: Internal Medicine, 1975; Nephrology, 1978Special interests:

• General nephrology

Jason G. Umans, M.D., Ph.D., F.A.C.P. (202) 444-9183

Pager: (202) 668-2169Title: Associate Professor, Division of Nephrology and Hypertension,

Department of Medicine; Associate Professor, Department ofObstetrics & Gynecology

Degree: Cornell University Medical College, M.D.; Ph.D. in pharmacology, 1984

Internship: University of Chicago Hospitals, 1986Residency: University of Chicago Hospitals, 1987Fellowship: University of Chicago, 1989Certification: Internal Medicine, 1988; Nephrology, 1990; Clinical Hypertension,

1990; Clinical Pharmacology, 1992 Special interests:

• Hypertensive and renal disorders in pregnancy• Refractory or secondary hypertension• Rational drug use in patients with kidney disease• Clinical nephrology• Mechanisms of hypertension in preeclampsia


Steven A. Burka, M.D. (301) 654-3803


Bethesda, MD 20815

Gilbert M. Eisner, M.D. (202) 296-0670






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Carlos H. Espinel, M.D., F.A.C.P. (703) 522-6908

The Blood Pressure Center of Washington

1715 N. George Mason Drive, Suite 401

Arlington, VA 22205

Arthur Finkelstein, M.D. (202) 269-0366

Washington Nephrology Associates

1140 Varnum Street, NE, Suite 110


Michael C. Gelfand, M.D. (301) 652-2552

Washington Nephrology Associates Mobile: (202) 550-7888

4915 Auburn Avenue, Suite 200

Bethesda, MD 20814-2636

Allan J. Goody, M.D. (703) 558-6416

Arlington Nephrology

1715 North George Mason Drive, Suite 108

Arlington, VA 22205

Thomas M. Masterson, M.D. (703) 734-8261

1313 Dolly Madison Boulevard, Suite 302

McLean, VA 22101

Ahmed K. Nossuli, M.D. (301) 907-4646

Washington Nephrology Associates


Bethesda, MD 20814

Jay A. Ocuin, M.D. (202) 882-2500



Javed Rahmat, M.D. (301) 652-2552


Bethesda, MD 20814

Kamaljit Sethi, M.D., F.A.C.P. (202) 269-0366

Providence Medical Building Pager: (800) 217-3767

1140 Varnum Street, NE, Suite 110


Alfredo Zarate, M.D. (301) 542-4929

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Division of

Pulmonary, Critical Care &

Sleep Medicine

Anne E. O’Donnell, M.D., Chief

phone: (202) 444-8830

fax: (202) 444-2336


after hours on-call physician: (202) 444-7243

LOCATIONS


and 4 North Main




Exercise Laboratory (202) 444-4982

Exercise testing on a treadmill or bicycle ergometer to test respiratory andcardiovascular function and determine causes of dyspnea or disability.Contact name: Sharon O’Brien, M.D.; Michele Cooney, R.P.F.T.; Rachelle

Campbell, R.P.T.Appointment line: (202) 444-8830Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Flexible Bronchoscopy (202) 444-8830

Video-assisted bronchoscopy is performed on inpatients and outpatients in theHospital Endoscopy Suite on 2 West.Contact name: On-call physician. After hours – (202) 444-7243Appointment line: (202) 444-8830Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.


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Interventional Pulmonology (202) 444-8830

Invasive procedures to alleviate airway obstruction and to treat pleural disease.Contact name: Charles A. Read, M.D.; Eric D. Anderson, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-8830Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Pulmonary Function Laboratory (202) 444-4982

Measurement of lung volumes and flows by spirometry and bodyplethysmography and determination of diffusing capacity. Measurements ofairway resistance, methacholine challenge testing, oxygen saturation and arterialblood gases.Contact name: Michele Cooney, R.P.F.T.; Rachelle Campbell, R.P.T.Appointment line: (202) 444-8830Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Pulmonary Hypertension Clinic (202) 444-8830

Evaluation and treatment of pulmonary hypertension patients, including rightheart catheterization.Contact name: Tünay Kuru, M.D., M.H.S.A.Appointment line: (202) 444-8830Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Sleep Disorder Center (202) 444-3610

Evaluation and treatment of patients with sleep apnea, snoring and other sleepdisorders, including full polysomnography and nasal CPAP testing and fourchannel ambulatory recordings.Contact name: Anne E. O’Donnell, M.D.; Dina B. KiaNoury, M.D.Appointment line: (202) 444-8830Consultation hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Sleep Center office hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Sleep Center testing hours: Monday – Sunday, 8:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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Physician Listing

Anne E. O’Donnell, M.D. (202) 444-8830

Pager: (202) 542-9050Title: Associate Professor and Chief, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care

& Sleep Medicine, Department of Medicine; Medical Director,Respiratory Care Department and Sleep Disorder Center

Degree: Georgetown University School of Medicine, 1982Internship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1983Residency: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1985Fellowship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1987Certification: Internal Medicine, 1985; Pulmonary Disease 1988; Critical Care,

1989, 1999; Sleep Medicine, 1993Special interests:

• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, bronchiectasis• Respiratory infections• Respiratory care• Sleep apnea and sleep disorders

Eric D. Anderson, M.D. (202) 444-8830

Pager: (202) 542-7276Title: Assistant Professor, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep

Medicine, Department of MedicineDegree: Hahnemann University School of Medicine, 1992Internship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1993Residency: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1995, 1996 (Chief Residency)Fellowship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1999Certification: Internal Medicine, 1995; Pulmonary Disease, 1998;

Critical Care, 1999Special interests:

• Bronchial stents• Critical care• Interventional pulmonology• Lung cancer screening, diagnosis and treatment• Medical thoracoscopy• Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis



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Robin Gross, M.D. (202) 444-8830

Pager: (202) 666-0052Title: Associate Professor, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep

Medicine, Department of MedicineDegree: State University of New York Health Science Center, 1990Internship: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, 1991 Residency: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, 1993Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, 1996Certification: Internal Medicine, 1993, 2004; Pulmonary, 1996;


• Asthma

Dina B. KiaNoury, M.D. (202) 444-8830


Medicine, Department of MedicineDegree: Hahnemann University School of Medicine, 1993Internship: Medical College of Virginia, General Surgery, 1994; Georgetown

University Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 1995Residency: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1998Fellowship: Georgetown University Medical Center, Pulmonary and Critical

Care, 2000Certification: Medical Examiners, 1994; Internal Medicine, 1998; Pulmonary

Disease, 1999; Sleep Medicine, 2005Special interests:

• Asthma• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)• Lung cancer• Pleural disease• Sleep disorders





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Tünay Kuru, M.D., M.H.S.A. (202) 444-8830


Medicine, Department of MedicineDegree: Washington University, School of Medicine, M.D., 1994; University

of Michigan, Masters in Health Services Administration, 2000Internship: Barnes Hospital, Washington University, 1995Residency: Barnes Hospital, Washington University, 1997Fellowship: University of Michigan, 2000Certification: Internal Medicine, 1997; Pulmonary Disease, 1999;

Critical Care, 2000Language: TurkishSpecial interests:

• Interstitial lung disease• ARDS• Outcomes research in the ICU• Pulmonary hypertension

Sharon R. O’Brien, M.D. (202) 444-8830


Medicine, Department of MedicineDegree: George Washington University, 1991Internship: David Grant USAF Medical Center, 1992Residency: David Grant USAF Medical Center, 1994Fellowship: Duke University Medical Center, 1997Certification: Internal Medicine, 1994; Pulmonary Disease, 1996;


• Critical care• Exercise physiology• Pulmonary rehabilitation




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Charles A. Read, M.D. (202) 444-8830


Medicine, Department of Medicine; Associate Professor, Division ofCardio-thoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery; Director, Sectionof Critical Care Medicine and Interventional Pulmonology; Director,Fellowship Training

Degree: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1985Internship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1986Residency: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1988Fellowship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1991Certification: Internal Medicine, 1989; Pulmonary Disease, 2000;


• Bronchial stents• Critical care• Laser bronchoscopy• Lung cancer• Pleuroscopy/pleural effusion

Cristina A. Reichner, M.D. (202) 444-8830


Medicine, Department of MedicineDegree: Georgetown University School of Medicine, 1999Internship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 2000Residency: Georgetown University Hospital, 2002Fellowship: Georgetown University Hospital, 2005Certification: Internal Medicine, 2002; Pulmonary 2004; Language: FrenchSpecial interests:

• Lung cancer• Critical care




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Allen H. Roberts II, M.D. (202) 444-8830


Medicine, Department of MedicineDegree: George Washington University, 1983Internship: US Naval Hospital, 1984Residency: US Naval Hospital, 1988Fellowships: Pulmonary – US Naval Hospital, 1990; Critical Care – George

Washington University Hospital, 1993Certification: Medical Examiner, 1984; Internal Medicine, 1988;

Pulmonary Disease, 1990; Critical Care, 2002Special interests:

• Critical care• House staff training

Edward Tsou, M.D. (202) 444-8830


Medicine, Department of MedicineDegree: Cornell University Medical School, 1967Internship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1968Residency: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1973Fellowship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1975Certification: Internal Medicine, 1973; Pulmonary Disease, 1976;


• Pulmonary embolism• Sarcoidosis




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Richard E. Waldhorn, M.D. (202) 444-8646

Pager: (202) 542-1883Title: Professor, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine,

Department of MedicineDegree: Boston University School of Medicine, 1976Internship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1977Residency: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1979Fellowship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1981Certification: Internal Medicine, 1979; Pulmonary Disease, 1982;

Sleep Medicine, 1991; Critical Care, 1997Special interests:

• Asthma• Critical care• Exercise testing• Sleep apnea and sleep disorders• Bioterrorism research• Medical education



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Division of


Thomas R. Cupps, M.D., Chief

phone: (202) 687-8233

fax: (202) 687-8579


LOCATION

Kober-Cogan Building, Lower Level




Inpatient Consultations (202) 687-8233

Contact name: Please ask for doctor on-callAppointment line: (202) 687-8233Appointment hours: varied, please call for times

Outpatient Services (202) 687-8233

Contact name: Please ask for doctor on-callAppointment line: (202) 687-8233Appointment hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.


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Physician Listing

Thomas R. Cupps, M.D. (202) 687-8233

Pager: (202) 666-0157Title: Associate Professor and Chief, Division of Rheumatology,

Immunology & Allergy, Department of MedicineDegree: Stanford University, 1975Internship: Strong Memorial Hospital, 1976Residency: Strong Memorial Hospital, 1978Fellowship: National Institutes of Health, 1981Certification: Internal Medicine, 1978; Allergy and Immunology, 1982Special interests:

• Collagen vascular disease• Immune mediated tissue injury• Management of immunosuppressive therapy• Vasculitis• Vasculopathies• Immune mediated tissue diseases of the CNS

James N. Baraniuk, M.D. (202) 687-8233

Title: Associate Professor, Division of Rheumatology,Immunology & Allergy, Department of Medicine

Degree: University of Manitoba, 1981Internship: St. Thomas Hospital, 1982Residency: St. Thomas Hospital, 1984Fellowship: Duke University Medical Center, 1987; National Institutes of

Health, 1989; National Heart and Lung Institute, London, 1991Certification: Internal Medicine, 1985; Allergy and Immunology, 1987Special interests:

• Asthma• Sinusitis• Allergic and nonallergic rhinitis• Other allergic conditions• Immunodeficiency• Neural regulation of mucosal secretion• Neuropeptides• Chronic pain and fatigue



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S. Ray Mitchell, M.D. (202) 687-8233

Title: Professor, Department of Medicine and Pediatric RheumatologyServices, Department of Pediatrics; Dean for Medical Education,School of Medicine

Degree: University of North Carolina, 1976Internship: North Carolina Memorial Hospital, 1978Residency: North Carolina Memorial Hospital, 1981Fellowship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1986Certification: Internal Medicine, 1981; Pediatrics, 1983; Rheumatology, Pediatric

Rheumatology, 1992Special interests:

• Adult and pediatric clinical rheumatology

Virginia Steen, M.D. (202) 687-8233

Title: Professor of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, Immunology &Allergy, Department of Medicine; Director, RheumatologyFellowship Program

Degree: University of Pittsburgh, 1975Internship: Hospital of The University of Pennsylvania, 1976Residency: Hospital of The University of Pennsylvania, 1978Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh, 1980Certification: Internal Medicine, 1978; Rheumatology, 1980Special interests:

• Raynaud’s and Scleroderma-like illnesses• Systemic lupus erythematosis• Polymyositis• Complex systemic multisystem diseases• Pathophysiology of lung disease• Epidemiology of autoantibodies and African-American patients

Sean A. Whelton, M.D. (202) 687-8233

Pager: (202) 666-1664Title: Assistant Professor, Division of Rheumatology, Immunology &

Allergy, Department of MedicineDegree: Tulane University, 1997Internship: Georgetown University Medical Center, 1997Residency: Georgetown University Hospital, 2000Fellowship: Georgetown University Hospital, 2002Certification: Internal Medicine, 2001Special interests:

• Systemic lupus erythematosis• Rheumatoid arthritis• Myositis• Gout




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Dan T. Brody, M.D. (202) 966-7100



Valerie A. Carregal, D.O. (202) 861-8888

2100 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Suite A


Joseph D. Croft, M.D. (240) 497-0230

Arthritis and Rheumatism Associates



Jane L. Gilbert, M.D. (301) 654-6001

Arthritis and Autoimmune Diseases, LLC



David H. Jacobs, M.D. (202) 296-3339



Michael R. Kletz, M.D. (703) 790-9722

1420 Springhill Road, Suite 350

McLean, VA 22102

Deborah S. Litman, M.D. (301) 215-4167

5530 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 1445 Pager: (301) 913-8955


Robert J. Lloyd, M.D. (240) 497-0230



Stefano Luccioli, M.D. (301) 436-1283

Allergy Care Centers

5100 Paint Branch Parkway, HFS-205

College Park, MD 20814

John W. Melton, M.D. (301) 215-7600



Eugene Miknowski, M.D. (202) 296-4002






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Richard D. Schubert, M.D. (202) 362-4467




Allan Weinstein, M.D. (202) 966-2222



Arthur Weinstein, M.D. (202) 877-6274


Rheumatology Section, Suite 2A-66





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