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  Kishan

  Hello, my name is Kishan Patel and I am from Gujarat, India; currently living in New Jersey. For as long as I can remember, I have always wanted a career in the medical field and aspire to one day go to a medical school to become a physician. I will never forget the day I became a member of the Apex Heart team mainly because of the immensely positive impression they had on me the very first day I saw them in action. I was volunteering at a local community event and witnessed firsthand how Apex Heart team members were voluntarily educating and helping patients in the community. Their presence in this community event motivated me to join Apex Heart so that I too can make a difference. Several months later, I am so happy to be a member of this amazing family. On my free time, I enjoy playing tennis, swimming, and hiking at various scenic locations throughout the country – my favorite being Smoky Mountain National Park in North Carolina.

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  Ruth

  Hi, my name is Ruth. I was born and raised in Passaic, NJ with a strong Mexican background. I graduated as a Medical Assistant in 2013 and worked in children’s daycare before joining a medical practice. I joined Apex Heart & Vascular Care last year and being a part of this team has given me the opportunity to meet many great people. I enjoy spending time with patients to ensure that they always feel 100% informed during their visit and leave with a great experience. Outside the office, I enjoy spending time with my family, cooking, and crocheting.

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  Harina

  My name is Harina Patel and I am from Ahmedabad, India. In India, I worked in the dental field. After immigrating to the US, I completed a Masters in Healthcare Administration from Rutgers University and I am currently completing a Ph.D. in Leadership. I am a people person and healthcare suits me perfectly. I love being able to make a difference in people’s lives. In my spare time, you can find me reading philosophy, hiking, camping, or fishing.

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  Shraddha

  My name is Shraddha Shah and I am from Mumbai, India. I hold a Masters in Health Administration from Rutgers University. I am also a certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt. My passion for healthcare is very much a product of my adolescence in which I witnessed the inability of people to access quality medical care. I firmly believe that healthcare should be an inalienable right of every man, woman, and child. Working as an Operations Manager at Apex harnesses my passion for making a significant contribution to the global human society. In my free time, I enjoy landscape and portrait drawing. I seek immense pleasure in admiring nature’s beauty and am passionate about staying fit and cooking healthy meals. I am also a homeopathic physician from my country which aligns my medical knowledge well with health administrative skills.

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  Khyati

  My name is Khyati Bhadiyadra. I am from Gujarat, India. I have been passionate about learning and helping people. I worked as a dentist in India and later pursued my Master’s in Healthcare Administration in the United States. I believe that Health is real Wealth and my ultimate goal is to provide true treasure to the community and restore wellness. I like to do social work and serve our society. Also, I love to explore different places and meet new people.

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  Stephanie

  Hello, my name is Stephanie Almonte. I was born and raised in Paterson, NJ. I have a Bachelors degree in Health Service Management. I have prior experience as a medical assistant and now as an office manager-which gives me the tools to communicate with patients. I am Dominican and very close to my family, being in the medical field has allowed me to ensure they get the best quality of care.

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  Janki

  Hi, my name is Janki Patel. I am originally from Gujarat, India; now a native of New Jersey. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Micro Biology, AAS in Diagnostic Cardiovascular Ultrasound technician as well as a Membership in the Alpha Beta Gamma National Honor Society. I am a certified Medical laboratory technician from India. About five years ago I fell in love with this specialty because of the hemodynamics of the vascular system and the immense variety in examinations. It intrigued me that vascular ultrasound could be used to investigate arterial and venous pathology fully from head to toe. I love that I come to work every day learning something new and I am able to problem-solve with the providers to obtain the information that they need. Vascular ultrasound is collaborative and exciting for me! In my free time, I love to spend time with my family, cooking, and gardening.

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  Maelia Sierra

  My name is Maelia Sierra and I am one of the Vascular Sonographers here at Apex Heart and Vascular Care. I am originally from the Dominican Republic but now live in New Jersey. I graduated from Eastern International College in 2022. During my free time, I enjoy traveling and love trying new restaurants. I always knew I wanted to be in the medical field but was not sure what profession I wanted to excel in, however, I am so happy to have chosen Vascular Sonography because it’s something that I never knew I would love to do.

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  Nikhil

  My name is Nikhil Mani and I’m a first-generation Indian-American whose roots are in Kerala, India. I started my career working in medical equipment sales but I realized that wasn’t where my passions lied. I wanted to be more hands-on experience in healthcare and be able to help make a difference in patients’ lives. So, I decided to attend Eastwick College and studied cardiovascular ultrasound. I did my clinical externship at NYU Langone, where I was able to truly immerse myself in the field and learn valuable techniques and lessons that help me today. Outside of work, I’m passionate about food! I enjoy trying and making all different types of cuisines. I like to stay active whenever I can by playing basketball or going on scenic hikes. I truly am grateful to be a part of the Apex family and work under such great providers and passionate team members. I look forward to continuing my career and continuing my growth as an ultrasound technician with Apex Heart and Vascular Care Vein Clinic.

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  Manuela Zuluaga

  My name is Manuela Zuluaga and I’m one of the Cardio Vascular Sonographers at Apex Heart and vascular. I graduated from the American Institute of Medical Sciences in 2019. During my free time, I love to travel and learn about new cultures and cuisines. I have been in the medical field since I was 19 years old. Patient care has always been very important to me and I’m glad I can participate in the diagnostic process.

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  Simona Krstevska

  Zdravo!(Hello!), my name is Simona Krstevska. I am originally from Shtip, Macedonia. Looking back, I have always approached my dreams and aspirations with passion, dedication, and discipline. My compassion for others is what drove me to the medical field; I have always wanted to help those in need. Human anatomy and pathology sparked my interest early in my education, and that is was brought me to the diagnostic side of medicine— Where I stumbled upon the field of diagnostic medical sonography.