Radiculopathy near Lincolnton, NC

Biography: Dr. Lawrence chose family medicine since she enjoys caring for all ages. Her areas of expertise include breastfeeding support and prenatal care. She also values complementary medicine. Dr. Lawrence loves to help others optimize their health. She feels that nurturing, listening and problem-solving are her strengths. In addition to her own patient care, guiding resident physicians as they provide care is a priority for Dr. Lawrence, who is an associate program director at the Novant Health Family Medicine Residency. A native of North Carolina, she is married with four children who keep her very active. Outside the office, she enjoys any sport, craft, musical or outdoor activity with her family.

Biography: Amy Alexanian, MD, entered medicine to follow the simple desire to help relieve suffering. Dr. Alexanian chose family medicine because she enjoys long-term and multigenerational relationships with families. She cares for people in the same way she wants her family to be treated. She emphasizes preventive care, preventing illness through healthy lifestyle habits and treating illness in a way that maximizes quality of life. Married with three children, Dr. Alexanian enjoys spending her free time reading, spending time in the outdoors, watching her children's sporting events and relaxing with her family.

Biography: Dr. Charmaine Luvis, DO is an Internist who practices in Gastonia, NC. She is 44 years old and has been practicing for 17 years. Dr. Charmaine Luvis, DO is affiliated with Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Elkins pursued family medicine because she loves getting to know her patients and their families. She also enjoys working with them to stay healthy. As a primary care provider, she treats a wide range of diseases, and that makes every day different and exciting. Dr. Elkins is married and has two daughters. Outside the office, she enjoys running, reading and traveling. She also is a former obstacle course racer. She is married and has two daughters. Now that she's a mom, she is her daughters' biggest fan at their gymnastics events.

Biography: Dr. Jeffrey Many, MD is a Family Practitioner who practices in Denver, NC. He is 37 years old and has been practicing for 10 years. Dr. Jeffrey Many, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Peterson Giallanza, MD is a Neurology Specialist who practices in Huntersville, NC. He is 50 years old and has been practicing for 22 years. Dr. Peterson Giallanza, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Matthews Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Sara Faber, MD is a Pediatrics Specialist who practices in Huntersville, NC. She is 46 years old and has been practicing for 18 years. Dr. Sara Faber, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Kristin Gaines, MD is a Pediatrics Specialist who practices in Huntersville, NC. She is 37 years old. Dr. Kristin Gaines, MD is affiliated with Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center.

Biography: Dr. Anjan Chakrabarty, DO is a Pediatrics Specialist who practices in Huntersville, NC. He is 54 years old and has been practicing for 15 years. Dr. Anjan Chakrabarty, DO is affiliated with Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center.

Biography: I am a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacement. Using minimally invasive techniques that allow for enhanced recovery, I conduct some total joint operations outpatient. My expertise is in robotic surgery, partial knee replacements and complex revision surgery for failed hip and knee replacements. \n My clinical focus areas include a broad spectrum of orthopedic conditions, including all types of fractures and musculoskeletal pathologies. I have extensive research experience in orthopedics and have participated in more than 40 projects that have been presented or published in peer-reviewed journals or meetings. I am certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons and scored in the 96th percentile on the written orthopedic board exam. I am an active member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons as well as the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. \n I live in Charlotte with my wife and three daughters. In my free time, I enjoy playing and watching basketball, fishing and traveling with my family.