Hi, I am Dr. Padma Sripada, an Internist. Thank you for visiting our website! Here are the brief profiles of the people working at our office, to help you get to know us better.

Dr. Padma Sripada

I went to medical school at Osmania Medical College, India, and completed Residency at Abington Memorial Hospital, PA. I worked there for a year before moving to Albany, NY in 2001. I worked in an outpatient practice owned by Northeast Health from 2001 to June 2006.

This was a traditional primary care practice with all the common problems faced  by the large group practices today--rushed office visits, long waiting times, phone lines that were impossible to get through, missed reports, and endless beaurocracy. After unsuccessful attempts to fix some of the problems, I realised I was becoming extremely unhappy in this work environment, and opened a solo practice in June 2006.

Besides work I spend as much time as possible with my daughter. I play my slide guitar, and sing Indian classical music, and would love to learn to dance, if I ever have the time.   

Wendy Zipkin: Receptionist

Wendy is the friendly voice on phone/e-mail, and takes care of all our front desk tasks. She started with us in March 2007, and has worked very hard to learn our computerized system, and has quickly become an integral part of our office. She has a family with 3 children that she spends the rest of her time with.

Joanna Roberts: Medical Assistant and Certified Biller

Joanna graduated from Bryant and Stratton college in 2007 and has been with us since. She takes care of billing issues, helps out with patient care and assists with the front office. She has been voted to be a better shot-giver than me! She has a little girl who keeps her busy.

C.S.: Office Manager

My father. Without whom I could not have started this office. He helped set this place up, and now works to smooth out insurance issues. He teaches a great technique for relaxation using your own breathing: "Counting Breaths". Make sure you talk to him for information when you come in, or visit his website at www.countingbreaths.com.