Wellness & Prevention

Looking for a healthcare provider you can trust? Finding a highly qualified professional is an important first step in your healthcare journey. The Center provides you with your very own Care Team of board-certified physicians in Family, Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, Family Nurse Practitioners, Family Physician Assistants, Certified Medical Assistants, and other healthcare staff that ensure you receive the best care possible.   All our healthcare staff work in a team environment, serving patients of all ages and medical backgrounds and ensuring we meet each patient’s individual needs. Your healthcare provider plays a crucial role as a diagnostician who listens and reacts to your healthcare needs.

Whether you are suffering from a mild cold or a more serious illness, injury, or disorder, our healthcare providers are the first line of defense. Healthcare providers also guide patients on how best to make their healthcare decisions, becoming a partner in both preventative care and treatment. 

Prevention Care

Preventative care and healthcare education can greatly reduce the chance of contracting a chronic illness. During each visit, our healthcare providers work to educate patients on how best to take care of their bodies and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Some aspects of preventative care include:

  • Screenings for cancer, diabetes, cholesterol, and blood pressure
  • Standard immunizations and shots
  • Fitness assessments and obesity screenings

Do not wait until it is too late to make healthy choices. Preventative care could help prevent a small symptom from turning into a chronic illness. 

Physicals

Receiving a physical is a requirement for many schools, jobs, and official forms. For lots of people, a physical may be the only time they see their doctor over the course of a year. A physical can be useful for the following reasons: 

  • Physicals establish a baseline for your important health statistics like weight, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels.
  • Physicals are a form of preventative care and can help doctors spot small problems before they grow.
  • Physicals can save you money by preventing larger medical emergencies that were missed because of neglect. 

Referrals

If you or someone you know needs to visit a specialist due to a unique medical condition, chances are you need a referral from another healthcare provider. Our healthcare providers work to assess your medical needs so we can determine the right specialist for you. Establishing a strong relationship with your healthcare provider is essential because it allows you to ask them the right questions to put your mind at ease.

Accredited Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH)
(Quality team supporting UDS, Meaningful Use, HEDIS and HRSA measures)

Meet Our Providers


Dr. Rashid Mohiuddin

Dr. Rashid Mohiuddin
Medical Director

Dr. Rashid Mohiuddin, Board Certified Family Physician serves as the Medical Director, overseeing all aspects of patient care and chair of Quality improvement/Quality assurance committee. Dr. Mohiuddin has completed his Medical school from India.  He has worked in various countries and worked in FQHC for over 11 years.

Dr. Mohiuddin completed his residency in Family Medicine at Howard University. He has over 20 years of experience and is a fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians. He has been working as a Medical Director at GPW Health Center since 2009. In his free time Dr. Mohiuddin enjoys playing sports and traveling.

Fluent in Hindi and Urdu.


Syed Mahboob, MD 
Physician

Dr. Syed Mahboob, MD was born in Pakistan where he completed Medical School from Dow Medical University of Health Sciences. He completed his Family Medicine training from Howard University, Washington DC during which he was awarded the honor of Educational Chief Resident for the Residency Program.

After completing his residency he continued his fellowship in Geriatrics at Emory School of Medicine in Atlanta, GA. After working as a Geriatrician he joined the center in 2015 where he’s worked full time at the Manassas location as a primary care physician.

In his free time Dr. Mahboob enjoys outdoor activities such as running, biking, and hiking as well as playing chess and poker. He is also a big fan of the latest Hollywood Movies.

Fluent in Hindi and Urdu.


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Lena Tran
Physician Assistant

Lena Tran graduated from Howard University, where she was on the Dean’s List. She has been practicing as a Physician Assistant in family medicine and urgent care setting for more than 7 years. She believes in patient education, preventative care, in-depth evaluation and treatment. She enjoys building long-term relationships with her patients. Her goal is to provide quality, comprehensive, and compassionate medical care.

In her free time Lena enjoys traveling to new places, exploring different cultures, and spending times with her family.

Fluent in Vietnamese.


Allison B. Colby
MPAS, PA-C, CDE

Allison is a certified Physician Assistant who graduated from James Madison University with a Master of Physician Assistant Studies degree. She completed her undergraduate degree in psychology at The College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, VA. Her clinical background is in Family Medicine, with a special interest in women's medicine and diabetes education. Fueled by her hands-on experience, working in a variety of Free and Community clinics, Allison has a passion for improving access to quality healthcare for all.

In her free time, Allison enjoys outdoor activities, live music, reading, running and spending time with her husband and young children.

Fluent in Spanish.


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Thy Nguyen
Physician Assistant

Thy Vu is a Certified Physician Assistant. She studied Health Science for her undergraduate and Physician Assistant for her graduate at University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, PA in 2018. She has experience in Primary Care and Pulmonary Medicine. She is interested in managing chronic medical conditions and forming relationships with patients and their family.

In her free time, Thy enjoys hiking, exercising, and exploring restaurants in the Washington Metropolitan Area. 

Fluent in Vietnamese.


Nury Salazar
Family Nurse Practitioner

Nury Salazar is a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) who completed her Master of Science in Nursing at George Washington University. She also received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at George Washington University and her Bachelor of Science in Psychology, with a minor in Mathematical Science, at Virginia Commonwealth University. She made the Dean’s List at both universities. She has practiced as a primary care provider in Virginia for the past 2 years.

Nury enjoys spending time with her family and her two Labradors. She also loves watching movies, painting, and doing outdoor activities.

Fluent in Spanish.


Maria Claros
Physician Assistant

Maria is a Board-Certified Physician Assistant who is committed to providing Comprehensive Primary Care and Preventive Health. She received her M.S. degree in Physician Assistant Studies from D’Youville College in 2020. She is particularly interested in preventive care, including how nutritional lifestyle and emotional strategies can improve health. Maria hopes to continue increasing care to the Hispanic and other communities in the DMV region.

Maria enjoys traveling, learning new languages, and spending time with her husband and young son. In any extra time, she enjoys cooking and photography.

Fluent in Spanish and has limited working proficiency in Portuguese.


Jaycee Hart
Physician Assistant

Jaycee Hart is a Family Medicine Physician Assistant (PA-C) who completed her Master's degree in Health Sciences, with a concentration in Physician Assistant studies, at Drexel University in Philly. She was awarded the National Health Service Corp scholarship and graduated with honors. She also obtained her Bachelor's degree in Public Health Science, with minors in Sustainability and Public Leadership, at the University of Maryland, College Park, where she graduated magna cum laude. She is very excited to embark on her career as a primary care provider.

Jaycee enjoys hiking with her dog Charlie and spending time with her family and friends. She loves to read thriller novels, travel to new places, and try new cultural foods.

Fluent in Japanese.


Victoria (Tori) Dean
Physician Assistant

Tori is a certified Physician Assistant who graduated from Shenandoah University with a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies. She was drawn to specializing in family practice as she loves building long-term relationships with her patients and to watch their healthcare journey evolve. She’s passionate about bridging the healthcare gap and providing quality, comprehensive medical care. Her special interests include managing chronic conditions, like hypertension and diabetes, as well as women’s health.

In her free time Tori enjoys traveling, hiking, cooking, photography, and spending quality time with her family.


Kaisha Martínez
Physician Assistant

Kaisha Martínez is a board-certified Physician Assistant who obtained a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Shenandoah University. She completed her undergraduate studies with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. As a healthcare provider, she is committed to providing comprehensive primary care to the community. She has a special interest in women’s health and preventative medicine. Through patient education, she provides her patients with the support they need to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare.

Fluent in Spanish.