YOUR VITALCARE FAMILY DOCTORS

Get To Know Your Caring VitalCare Team

The doctors and medical providers at VitalCare Family Practice have each patient’s best interest at the heart of everything they do. They treat every person with the compassionate, quality medical care they deserve — whether they’re seeking preventative care or they need urgent care services.

Team members

Dr. Shah cares for patients of all ages and he has a special interest in working with athletes and treating sports related injuries. Dr. Shah enjoys developing relationships with his patients that go beyond healthcare.

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Dr. Velasquez enjoys working with patients of all ages to treat a wide range of medical conditions. He is humbled by the opportunity to help people in their time of need, and he values the opportunity to make long-lasting relationships with patients and their families.

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Dr. Reuter enjoys forming relationships with patients while addressing both their short-term and long-term needs and encouraging them to make gradual changes to achieve better overall health. He looks forward to meeting his new patients!

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JENNIFER MIHELIC,
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Dr. Mihelic believes primary care is the backbone of all effective healthcare systems. As a family medicine physician, she is honored to lead her team, but humbly understands that it “takes a village” to care for patients.

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ZAHIR AHMED,
MD

Dr. Ahmed is passionate about providing comprehensive, patient-centered care with a focus on prevention, chronic disease management and urgent health needs. He works closely with patients to support their long-term health and overall well-being.

YOUR VITALCARE TEAM

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CAMILLE DWYER,
MSN, FNP-C

Family Nurse Practitioner in Chesterfield, VA.

Camille Dwyer, FNP-C, joins VitalCare Family Practice as a family nurse practitioner. Camille advocates for her patients and believes that they should feel safe and accepted at medical clinics.

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MARIANNA NUTTING,
MSN, FNP-C

Family Nurse Practitioner in Henrico, VA

Marianna Nutting, MSN, FNP-C, joined VitalCare Family Practice in 2023 and serves as a family nurse practitioner. Marianna chose to become a family nurse practitioner because of her innate love for people. Motivated by her desire to help her patients live better, healthier lives, Marianna focuses on offering preventive care and maintaining patient-provider relationships built on trust and common goals.

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HELEN RAMIREZ,
PA-C, MSPAS

Physician Assistant in Henrico, VA

Helen Ramirez, PA-C, MSPAS, joins the VitalCare Family Practice team as a physician assistant at our West End location. After attending Princeton University for her Bachelor of Arts in Religion, Helen received her Pre-Health Studies Certificate from Columbia University. She then went on to earn her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies at South University.

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MANKANCHAN GILL,
DNP

Weight Management Specialist in Chesterfield, VA

Mankanchan Gill joins VitalCare as a Weight Management Specialist. Mankanchan received her Masters of Nursing in Family Nurse Practice from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2010 and her Doctorate in Nursing Practice from Old Dominion University in 2015. She has over 13 years of experience as a gastroenterology nurse practitioner and almost seven years as family nurse practitioner.

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GABRIELLE FLYNN,
PA-C, MSPAS

Physician Assistant In Henrico, VA

Gabrielle Flynn joins the VitalCare Family Practice team as a Physician Assistant with a specialty in weight loss management at our West End location. Gabrielle achieved her Bachelor of Biomedical Science with a concentration in Medical Microbiology from the University of New Hampshire. With her ambition to learn and grow more as a healthcare professional, Gabrielle continued her education and earned a Masters of Physician Assistant Studies from South University–Richmond.

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ASHLEY ELLIS-JOHNSON,
MSN, FNP-C

Family Nurse Practitioner In Henrico, VA

Ashley Ellis-Johnson, MSN, FNP-C, is a Family Nurse Practitioner who values making meaningful connections with her patients in order to provide the best care. She strives to meet the health needs of every person she cares for by providing a treatment plan that aligns with their preferences and lifestyle.

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ANDREA MAYO,
MSN, AGNP-C

Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner In Henrico, VA

Andrea Mayo, MSN, AGNP-C, is an Adult Geriatric Nurse Practitioner at VitalCare Family Practice. She specializes in women’s health and preventative care. She values building strong relationship with patients and helping them feel understood beyond their health conditions. Outside the office, Andrea enjoys spending time with family, shopping and listening to music.

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KAITLIN SPADARO,
MSN, FNP-C

Sleep & Weight Management Specialist
In Chesterfield, VA

Kaitlin Spadaro, MSN, FNP-C, joins the VitalCare Family Practice team as a Sleep & Weight Management Specialist at our Chesterfield location. Kaitlin received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at West Virginia University and went on to achieve her Master of Science in Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner Concentration at George Washington University. Then, she obtained the Critical Care Registered Nurse Certification.

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CATHRYN BELVISO,
MSN, FNP-C

Sleep & Weight Management Specialist In Henrico, VA

Cathryn Belviso is a part of the VitalCare Family Practice team as a Sleep & Weight Management Specialist. As someone who values building lasting connections with her patients, Cathryn takes a personalized approach to caring for her patients and working toward their health goals.

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SHANAE WILLIAMS,
PA-C, MSPAS

 Physician Assistant In Prince George, VA

Shanae Williams, PA-C, MSPAS, joined the VitalCare Family team as a Physician Assistant and sees patients at our Prince George location. She strives to help families achieve optimal health and wellness by offering support and guidance in a respectful environment where patients feel empowered. She looks forward to learning and growing with each individual in her care!

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RUCHI DIXIT,
PA-C,
MSPAS

Physician Assistant in Henrico, VA

Ruchi Dixit, PA-C, MSPAS, joins the VitalCare Family Practice team as a physician assistant at our West End location. She earned her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Alderson-Broaddus University and is board certified by the NCCPA. Ruchi is also Qbtech certified to administer and analyze the Qbtest, offering objective in-clinic ADHD testing and personalized, holistic treatment plans.

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SYDNEY ABLES,
PA-C, MSPAS

Physician Assistant in Henrico, VA

Sydney Ables, PA-C, MSPAS is Psychiatric First Aid certified and BLS certified. Her special interests include sleep medicine, weight management, psychiatry and urgent care. She wants patients to feel accepted and supported on their health journeys and enjoys helping them find treatments that fit their lifestyles.

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NATHALIE KRENTZMAN,
DNP, FNP-BC

Family Nurse Practitioner in Chesterfield, VA

Nathalie Krentzman, DNP, FNP-BC, is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over 16 years of experience in acute and primary care. She focuses on preventative medicine, pediatrics, OB-GYN care and community health. Outside of work, she enjoys time with her family, staying active and giving back through community service.

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NAYA NICHOLSON,
MSN, WHNP-BC

Nurse Practitioner in Chesterfield, VA

Naya Nicholson, MSN, WHNP-BC, is a board certified Nurse Practitioner who joined VitalCare Family Practice in 2025. She earned her BSN from Longwood University and her MSN in Women’s Health from Georgetown University. Naya has a special interest in primary care and women’s health, enjoying meaningful connections with patients and empowering them to take an active role in their wellness.

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OLIVIA DOWNING,
PA-C, MPAS

Physician Assistant in Chesterfield, VA

Olivia Downing, PA-C, MPAS, is a Physician Assistant at VitalCare Family Practice. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences from Virginia Tech and her Master of Physician Assistant Studies from Emory and Henry University School of Health Science. Olivia specializes in wound care, suturing, and joint injections, and she is passionate about providing preventative care for patients of all ages.

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SAMANTHA SCALIA,
MSN, FNP-C

Nurse Practitioner in Chesterfield, VA

Samantha Scalia, MSN, FNP-C, joins VitalCare Family Practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner at our Chesterfield location. Samantha is dedicated to providing patient-centered care, specializing in preventative care visits, women’s health screenings, diabetes management, wound care, weight loss and vaccination education.

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CASANNDRA ZIERHART,
PA-C, MSPAS 

Physician Assistant in Chesterfield, VA

Casanndra Zierhart, PA-C, MSPAS, joins VitalCare Family Practice as a Physician Assistant at our Chesterfield location. She is dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care, with a focus on women’s health, contraceptive management, preventative care, and helping patients feel supported throughout their health journey.

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ALEXIS SANTELLA,
PA-C, MSPAS 

Physician Assistant in Chesterfield, VA

Alexis Santella, PA-C, MSPAS, joins the VitalCare Family Practice team as a Physician Assistant at our Chesterfield location. Alexis is passionate about preventative medicine and providing compassionate care to patients across all stages of life. She is dedicated to building strong relationships with her patients through trust, communication and shared healthcare goals.

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SIA EBITOMI BOATENG,
DNP, FNP-C

Nurse Practitioner in Henrico, VA

Sia Ebitomi Boateng, DNP, FNP-C, is a nurse practitioner who genuinely cares about the lives of her patients and is passionate about making a positive difference in their lives. Using her experience in areas such as primary care and women’s health, she strives to create a space where her patients feel informed and confident about their care. 

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HALLIE VESTAL,
PA-C, MSPAS

Physician Assistant in Henrico, VA

Hallie Vestal, PA-C, MSPAS, is a physician assistant with clinical interests in preventive, lifestyle and behavioral medicine. She is passionate about helping patients build sustainable habits, better understand their health and feel confident in their care. Hallie values meaningful relationships and strives to create a supportive environment where patients feel heard and involved in their treatment.

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JEAN JOURDAN,
MSN, FNP-C

Family Nurse Practitioner in Henrico, VA

Jean Jourdan, MSN, FNP-C, is a family nurse practitioner with clinical interests in preventive medicine, chronic disease management and long-term wellness. She has a particular interest in helping patients manage hypertension and diabetes through proactive, personalized care. Jean values building lasting relationships and strives to create a compassionate, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard, comfortable asking questions and actively involved in their care.

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LOGAN

Behavioral Health Specialist

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JACK

Behavioral Health Specialist

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MADELINE

Behavioral Health Specialist

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SUSAN

Behavioral Health Specialist

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JESSIE

Chronic Care Manager

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AMY

Chronic Care Manager

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SHANNA

Chronic Care Manager

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SHOSHANA 

Chronic Care Manager

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SARAH

Chronic Care Manager

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ALYSSA

Chronic Care Manager