Dr. Rawiya Elrufay has over 21 years of expertise in critical care medicine and infectious diseases. As an intensivist, she provided comprehensive care for critically ill patients in the Medical and Neuro ICU. Her responsibilities included diagnostics, formulating and executing care plans, and performing procedures such as central lines, endotracheal intubation, fiberoptic bronchoscopy, and POCUS. She worked with multidisciplinary care teams and also took on a teaching role with residents and fellows during her time at Allegheny Health Network.
July 2006 - June 2009
Wright state University Internal Medicine Residency Program, Dayton, Ohio,
01/2023 – present
Berkeley Medical Center, Martinsburg, WV. Intensivist
02/2023 –present
Reading Hospital, Reading, PA. Infectious Disease locum tenens consultant,
07/2021 – 07/2022
Allegheny Health system, Pittsburgh, PA. Intensivist
August 2013 - June 2018
INOVA Health System, Fairfax, VA. Hospitalist
December 2012– May 2013
Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, Woodbridge, VA. Hospitalist
October 2011 -October 2012
The Virginia Hospital Center, Arlington, VA. Internal Medicine Hospitalist
August 2010 –August 2011
Civista Medical center, La Plata, MD. Internal Medicine Hospitalist,
Dr. Kian Makipour is a board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine and gastroenterology. He treats diseases of the digestive tract, pancreas, and liver, with advanced training in therapeutic/interventional endoscopy. Dr. Makipour completed his residency and fellowship at Temple University Hospital, where he also served as a faculty member. He has presented numerous abstracts at national meetings and authored several manuscripts. His research areas include colon cancer screening, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and small bowel bacterial overgrowth.
Dr. Makipour obtained his undergraduate education at the University of Virginia, a Master’s Degree in Human Physiology from Georgetown University, and his medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School. He is a member of the American Gastroenterological Association and the American College of Gastroenterology. He has been recognized as a Top Doctor by Northern Virginia Magazine and Washingtonian Magazine multiple times.
2006-2007
Internal Medicine
(Internship), Temple University Hospital (Philadelphia, PA)
2007-2009
Internal Medicine (Residency)
Temple University Hospital (Philadelphia, PA)
2009-2012
Gastroenterology (Fellowship)
Temple University Hospital (Philadelphia, PA)
2012-2013
Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy (4" year Fellowship)
Temple University Hospital (Philadelphia, PA)
2013-Present
Northern Virginia Medical Center (Woodbridge VA)
2012-2013
Temple University Hospital Philadelphia PA)
Dr. Ghazvini is a specialist in electrophysiology procedures aimed at correcting various cardiac arrhythmias. He has extensive experience in performing cardiac ablations and implanting pacemakers, biventricular devices, and defibrillators. Notably, he is a pioneer in catheter ablation without using X-rays, which is particularly beneficial for patients who wish to avoid excessive X-ray exposure. He has performed over a thousand such procedures, including on pregnant patients, with excellent outcomes and a very low complication rate.
Dr. Ghazvini is board-certified in cardiovascular disease and clinical cardiac electrophysiology. He has served as an Assistant Professor and Director of Invasive Cardiac Electrophysiology and the Cardiac Electrophysiology Laboratory at Howard University Hospital and College of Medicine for nine years. Currently, he is the Director of Cardiac Ablation and Electrophysiology at Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center. He is also recognized as a distinguished teacher and educator.
Dr. Ghazvini completed his Internal Medicine residency and Cardiology Fellowship training at Howard University Hospital, followed by two additional years of advanced fellowship training in Cardiac Electrophysiology at George Washington University Hospital.
1988–1995
Ghazvin University of Medical Sciences Ghazvin, Iran
Medical School
Obtained MD degree
Completed the following major areas of study/training
I. Basic Medical Science Courses (Sep 1988 - Sep 1990)
II. Pathophysiology Courses (Sep 1990 - Sep 1991)
III. Externship of Clinical Rotations (Sep 1991 - Sep 1993)
IV. Internships (Sep 1993 - April 1995)
Oct 2023-Present
Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center Northern Virginia, Director, Invasive Cardiac Electrophysiology
Sep 2014 – Present
Nova Cardiovascular Care Northern Virginia, Private practice group Cardiology and Cardiac Electrophysiology
Oct 2019-Oct 2021
Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center Northern Virginia, Director, Invasive Cardiac Electrophysiology Started the Invasive EP program; Designed and built the state of the art electrophysiology laboratory/program, from ground up
Aug 2011 – Present
Howard University Hospital Washington DC, Director, Invasive Cardiac Electrophysiology Assistant Professor,
Started Advanced Invasive EP program,
Designed, built, and directed the new electrophysiology laboratory, Pioneered in Fluoroless ablation procedure in the DC Metro region, Started one of the most comprehensive lead extraction programs
July 2009 – July 2011
George Washington Univ Hosp Washington DC, Fellow, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
July 2006 – July 2009
Howard University Hospital Washington DC, Adult Cardiology fellowship
June 03 – June 06
Howard University Hospital Washington DC, Categorical Internal medicine Residency
July 02 – June 03
Dr. Ahmadiye Clinic Tehran, Iran, Mission, Voluntary physician in invasive Cardiology clinic
June 01- July 02
Howard University Hospital Washington DC, Preliminary Internal Medicine Residency
July 00-Feb 01
Vanderbilt Hospital Nashville, TN, Inova FairFax Hospital Vienna, VA
Voluntary, Externship, Interviews and matching Process
1998–1999
Dr. K Naeenian's Medical Clinic Tehran, Iran, Associate Primary Care Physician
1995-1998
Nowshahr General Hospital Nowshahr, Iran, Director, Emergency Department physician
1995–1998
Private Medical Practice Nowshahr, Iran, Primary Care Physician
1995–1997
Nowshahr Military Clinic Nowshahr, Iran, Primary Care Head Physician, Director Nowshahr Military Medical Clinic
Dr. Labbaf is a highly accomplished neurologist with a specialization in neurophysiology and epilepsy. He completed his fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital, where he focused on managing refractory epilepsy through various methods, including medication, neuro-stimulation, ketogenic diet, and surgery evaluation. He is skilled in interpreting long-term video EEG monitoring, performing electromyography, nerve conduction studies, and skin biopsies for neuromuscular diseases.
Dr. Labbaf completed his neurology residency at the University of Illinois at Chicago and is currently an assistant professor at VCOM Medical School, where he trains medical students interested in neurology. He is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and has been recognized as a "Top Doctor" for 2024 and in previous years.
02/1993 - 11/2000
Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
12/2014 -Present
Private Practice, Virginia, NOVA Neurology Center, Outpatient and inpatient (SENTARA Northern Virginia Medical Center)
08/2013 - 09/2014
Private Practice, Virginia, Associate Neurologist
Outpatient and inpatient (SENTARA Northern Virginia Medical Center)
07/2012- 06/2013
Johns Hopkins Hospital, Maryland
Clinical fellow, Neurophysiology including EEG, Epilepsy monitoring, pre-surgical, IOM, EMG
07/2009 - 06/2012
University of Illinois at Chicago, Illinois
Resident Neurology
07/2008 - 06/2009
Prince George’s Hospital Center, Maryland
Resident, Preliminary Internal medicine
Dr. Masoom Kandahari is an internist and oncologist based in Woodbridge, Virginia. He specializes in internal medicine and medical oncology, with expertise in treating conditions such as small intestine/colorectal cancer, chronic leukemia, and prostate cancer. Dr. Kandahari received his medical degree from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences and has been practicing for over 20 years. He is affiliated with multiple hospitals, including Virginia Hospital Center and Inova Fairfax Hospital. Internists like Dr. Kandahari are trained to care for adults of all ages, managing chronic conditions, identifying acute diseases, providing family planning, and offering wellness and disease prevention counseling.
January 1978 to December 1978
Rotation Internship, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Hospital, New Delhi, India.
July 1980 to June 1981
Flexible Internship, Mt. Vernon Hospital, New York, New York.
July 1981 to June 1983
Internal Medicine Residency, New Rochelle Hospital Medical Center, New York, New York.
July 1983 to June 1985
Hematology/Oncology Fellowship, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Training included Bone Marrow Transplantation.
July 1985 to June 1986
Oncology Fellowship, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, New York.
2000-2002 and 2006-2008
Elected twice as Chairman, Department of Medicine, Potomac, Hospital.
2002-2004
Member, Executive Medical Committee Potomac Hospital.
2006-2008, 2008-2010
Appointed twice as Chairman of The Cancer Committee, Potomac Hospital.
2015-2017
President Elect Medical Staff Department, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center. (SNVMC)
2017-2019
President Medical Staff Department, SNVMC.
2019
Member, Cancer Committee SNVMC
1986 to January 1, 2023,
Medical Practice of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, and Hematology.
Dr. Mohammad Sanaei Ardekani is a nephrologist based in Manassas, Virginia. He is affiliated with multiple hospitals, including Inova Fair Oaks Hospital and UVA Health System Prince William Medical Center. Dr. Sanaei Ardekani earned his medical degree from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences and has been practicing for over 20 years. He specializes in diagnosing and managing kidney diseases, including chronic kidney disease, and monitors how other chronic conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure affect the kidneys.
7/2008-6/2010
Nephrology Fellowship
Georgetown University Hospital/Washington Hospital Center
Washington, DC
07/2005-6/2007
Internal Medicine Residency
Georgetown University Hospital / Washington Hospital Center
Washington, DC
06/2004-6/2005
Internal Medicine Internship
Prince George's Hospital Center Cheverly, MD
9/1993-1/2001
Doctor of Medicine
Shiraz University of Medical Sciences Shiraz, Iran
7/2010-present
Attending Nephrologist
Kidney and Hypertension Specialists
Woodbridge Virginia, Manassas Virginia
7/2008-6/2010
Nephrology Fellowship
Georgetown University Hospital / Washington Hospital Center, Washington, DC
7/2007-6/2008
Hospitalist/ Internist Shady Grove Adventist Hospital, Rockville, MD
06/2004-6/2007
Internal Medicine Resident
Georgetown University Hospital / Washington Hospital Center Washington, DC
04/2001-11/2002
General Practitioner Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran
04/2001-11/2002
Health Educator
Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences Yazd, Iran
Dr. William C. Reha is an experienced urologist based in Woodbridge, Virginia, affiliated with Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center. He earned his medical degree from New York Medical College and has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Reha specializes in treating prostate cancer and performing kidney removal surgeries, among other conditions. He treats both male and female patients with urinary tract issues and men's reproductive organs. Urologists like Dr. Reha also handle conditions such as bladder or prostate cancers, kidney stones, and urinary tract infections, and perform procedures like vasectomies.
1981-1983
Residency (Surgery), Georgetown University.
1983-1987
Residency (Urology), Georgetown University.
1995-Present
District Delegate to Medical Society of Virginia
1997
President, Prince William County Medical Society
2003-2004
President, Potomac Hospital Medical Staff,
2005-2006
Chairman, Physicians Health Advisory Committee, Potomac Hospital
2017-2018
Member, System Wide Governance Task Force, Sentara Health Care,
2017-2020-2022
Member, Credentials Committee, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center (SNVMC)
2017-Present
Member, Medical Affairs Committee, SNVMC
2017-2022
Chair, Bylaws Committee, SNVMC
2017-2022
Ex officio member, Medical Executive, SNVMC
2017 and 2021
Chair, Ad-hoc Disciplinary Committee, SNVMC, Appointed by MEC
2021-2022
Member, Physician Review Committee, SNVMC
2023-Present
Board of Directors, Potomac Health Foundation
2024
Chair, Bylaws Committee, Potomac Health Foundation
2011-Present
Member, National Association of Parliamentarians
2011-Present
Member, Virginia State Association of Parliamentarians
2016-2017
Chair, Nominating Committee, Virginia State Association of Parliamentarians
2012-2013
President, Virginia Urological Society, State
2012-2016
Society Network Representative, American Association of Clinical Urologists
2017
Member, American Association of Clinical Urologists, State Advocacy Network
2017-2020
Member, American Urological Association, State Advocacy Committee
2018-2021
State Advocacy Network Chair, American Association of Clinical Urologists
2019
Member, AUA USP 800 Task Force
2019-Present
Member, American Urological Association, Public Policy Council.
2022-2023
President, American Association of Clinical Urologists
2023-2024
Chair, Nominating Committee, American Association of Clinical Urologists
2023, 2025
American Board of Urology, Oral Examiner
1999-2001
Associate Director, Medical Society of Virginia
2001-2002
Third Vice President, Medical Society of Virginia
2003-2006
Director, Medical Society of Virginia
2005-2013
Chairman, Compensation Committee, Medical Society of Virginia
2006-2007
Fellow, Medical Society of Virginia Foundation, Claude Moore Physician Leadership Institute
2007-2009
Vice-Speaker, Medical Society of Virginia,
2010-2012
Speaker, Medical Society of Virginia
2014-2015
President, Medical Society of Virginia,
2015-2017
Ex officio member, Nominating Committee, Medical Society of Virginia
2020
Member, Bylaws Committee, Medical Society of Virginia
2021
Chair, Bylaws Committee, Medical Society of Virginia
2011-2016
Medical Society of Virginia Alternate Delegate to the AMA
2013-Present
Member, Urology Caucus of the American Medical Association
2016
Graduate, AMPAC Campaign Workshop and School
2016
Member, Reference Committee G on Medical Practice, Annual Meeting of the AMA.
2017-2022
Medical Society of Virginia Delegate to the AMA
Member, Board of Directors, Southeastern
2017-2022
Delegation to the American Medical Association
2019
Chair, Reference Committee on Amendments to Constitution and Bylaws, Annual Meeting of the AMA
2019-2020
Vice-Chair, Virginia Delegation to the AMA
2019-2022
Co-Chair, Southeast Delegation Resolutions Committee
2020
Member, Reference Committee A on Medical Service, Interim Meeting of the AMA
2021-2022
Chair, Virginia Delegation to the AMA,
2021-2023
Member, Reference Committee F on AMA Finance and Governance
2023-Present
Lead Delegate, American Association of Clinical Urologists to the AMA
2007- Present
Member, Board of Trustees, Strayer University
2011-2023
Chair, Alumni, Student Affairs and Career Services Committee, Strayer University, Board of Trustees
2021-Present
Strayer University, Distinguished Alumni Council
2017-Present
Member, Claims Committee, Professionals Advocate Insurance Company
2019-Present
Board of Directors, Professionals Advocate Insurance Company
Dr. Yasir Jawaid, MD, is a critical care internist based in Washington, DC, with over 12 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from the University of Karachi / Baqai Medical College in 2011. Dr. Jawaid is affiliated with MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center and MedStar Washington Hospital Center. He specializes in cardiac and vascular surgical critical care and is committed to providing exceptional patient care and advancing medical knowledge in his field.
2013
Clinic Scribe at Premier Care, Urgent Care Center, Long Island, New York
Aug 2013
Clinical Externship, Department of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine Karachi, Pakistan
May 2013 — Jul 2013
Clinical Observerships at the University of Kentucky, Albert B. Chandler Hospital Lexington, KY
Sep 2012 — Oct 2012
Clinical Observership in the Department of Rheumatology, Lexington Clinic Lexington, KY
Jul 2008 — Jul 2008
Clinical Observership MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baylor University Houston, Texas
Dec 2022
Per-Diem Intensivist, Med/Surg ICU and CICU, Medstar Southern Maryland Medical Center Clinton, MD
Aug 2021
Academic Intensivist in the Cardiovascular ICU, Medstar Washington Hospital Center Washington, D.C.
Jul 2019 — Jun 2021
Critical Care Medicine Fellow, Ichan School of Medicine, Mount Sinai Hospital. New York City
Jul 2016 — Jun 2019
Internal Medicine Resident, Joan C. Edward School of Medicine, Marshall University Hospital Huntington, WV
Jan 2014 — Dec 2014
Aga Khan University, House Officer, AKUH Department of Medicine and Surgery Karachi, Pakistan
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