EXCELLENCE • COMPASSION • BELONGING • DIVERSITY • PROFESSIONALISM • INNOVATION

Welcome to Your Monthly Checkup, an electronic newsletter sharing vital information with TPMG patients, keeping you up-to-date with the latest news and advancements.

As we ring in the New Year, we asked our physicians what their goals are for 2023.

Kenneth Richmond, MD, FAPA, of TPMG Behavioral Health shares his professional goals for 2023.

Visit our Facebook page to see more from our providers. Many offices are also displaying Invest in Yourself cards with individual staff goals and resolutions.

Regardless of age, annual physical exams and routine screenings are essential to maintaining good health. These visits are the best way to identify and treat health issues before they progress.

Make 2023 your healthiest year yet, and schedule your annual exam today! Follow this link to find a TPMG provider near you.

Locally Based. Nationally Recognized.

As a physician-directed multispecialty group, our top priority is providing unparalleled patient care. In addition to primary care, TPMG offers 30 specialties. With many nationally recognized physicians, we use state-of-the-art technology to provide award-winning care at a fraction of the cost of other healthcare systems. Click here or on the picture to see our specialties ad.

Visit mytpmg.com to learn more about the specialties and providers at TPMG.

Welcome Vinit Jha, FNP-C to TPMG Rheumatology in Newport News.

With over a decade of experience in the medical field as a nurse and community health advocate, Vinit strives to treat each patient with respect and dignity. He places an emphasis on patient satisfaction, taking time to listen to his patients, discuss their healthcare goals, and develop a treatment plan that fits their unique needs. Vinit treats patients of all ages for a variety of rheumatic conditions, including osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, gout, joint pain, Sjogren’s syndrome, and scleroderma. He has a unique medical interest in rheumatology and autoimmune diseases. 

Learn more about Vinit by visiting his provider page.

TPMG Cardiovascular Diagnostic Center in Williamsburg welcomes Patricia Reynolds, PA-C.

With over 25 years of experience as a physician assistant in cardiology, Patricia believes that empowering patients with knowledge fosters informed medical decision-making. She diagnoses, treats, and prescribes medicine for a variety of cardiac conditions, including coronary artery disease, heart failure, and arrhythmias. She sees patients ages 18 and older and is especially interested in preventive cardiac medicine. Patricia encourages her patients to take an active role in their own healthcare, motivating them to take constructive steps to make lifestyle changes to improve their heart health.

Learn more about Patricia here.

Welcome Amanda Trevino, FNP-C to TPMG West Point Family Medicine.

As a board certified family nurse practitioner, Amanda provides holistic, evidence-based, and patient-centered care. Her goal is to assist her patients in health promotion, health maintenance, and health restoration to regain optimal levels of functioning. She sees patients from two years of age and up for a variety of acute and chronic conditions including diabetes, thyroid disease, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, arthritis, depression, anxiety, ear infections, dermatitis, upper respiratory tract infections, and more. She has a particular medical interest in family medicine, preventative medicine, and pediatric special needs.

Learn more about Amanda by visiting her provider page.

Painful Stress Fracture?

Stress fractures can slow you down in the winter.

Whether it’s from a high-impact sport like running or dancing, overtraining can lead to tiny stress fractures in the bones of our feet. Most stress fractures begin as a dull ache, but when ignored become very painful.

Zachary Rasor, DPM, FACFAS, of TPMG Foot and Ankle explains, “Our approach is to get patients diagnosed quickly and treated to ensure the bone is given time to properly heal.”

Find relief today! Call TPMG Foot and Ankle in Virginia Beach at (757) 963-7676.

Awards & Accolades

Best Of Readers' Choice Awards

Coastal Virginia Magazine is once again recognizing the region's best in the annual Coastal Virginia Magazine Best Of Readers' Choice Awards! The magazine relies on readers to nominate and vote on who they feel are the ones who make Coastal Virginia such a great place to live, visit and explore.

Click here to nominate a TPMG practice location not already listed. The nomination period ends February 3.

Get ready to vote from February 6 - March 6, 2023!

Iron is a major component of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen from your lungs to the rest of your body. Iron deficiency is one of the most common nutritional deficiencies and the leading cause of anemia. Some of the best sources of iron include:

• Lean beef
• Oysters
• Chicken
• Turkey
• Legumes
• Tofu
• Dried fruit
• Dark leafy vegetables
• Whole-grains
• Fortified breakfast cereals (easiest way to meet daily requirements)

Remember, caffeinated beverages (coffee, tea, soda), when consumed with meals block iron absorption, and Vitamin C-rich foods enhance iron absorption. If treatment is needed for iron deficiency, a healthcare provider will assess iron status to determine an appropriate treatment. 

Our Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Educators are here to help you achieve your goals. Call (757) 232-8768 to schedule an appointment at one of our TPMG Nutrition Services locations throughout Hampton Roads.

Strive for a Healthier You in 2023 with one of our many classes!

Balance and Strength class is for anyone wishing to improve and gain strength in everyday life, as well as improve balance and coordination for day-to-day activities. This class is perfect for someone who may have a walker or cane, or has just finished

physical therapy and wants to continue to build upon their achievements. Classes are offered on Tuesdays at 10am. With this class, you also get access to the open gym.

Silver Power Hour is a group class for active older adults who want to improve flexibility, balance, strength, and bone health. We utilize light free weights, machines, and resistance bands, while a trained professional assists with movement modifications. The Silver Power Hour is offered on Tuesday/Thursday at 12pm as well as Wednesday/Friday at 10:30am. 

Bootcamp is an exercise class geared towards the active individual who wishes to gain and/or maintain strength, cardio, and overall flexibility. We incorporate all mediums of workout equipment, from resistance bands to weight machines to free weights and cardio equipment. It’s a great way to start or end your day, as this class is offered Mondays and Thursdays at 5:30pm as well as Wednesdays and Fridays at 6am or 9:30am. 

Whether your goal is weight loss, improved performance, pre/post-surgery function, or strength gain, our experienced coaches will construct a program specific to you and your needs. Click here or on the picture to learn how Strive has made a difference in our patients' lives.

For more information, please call TPMG Strive Fitness & Sports Performace at (757) 345-2512 or email strive@tpmgpc.com.

New blogs are written every week by our providers, staff, and medical experts.

Click here to view our complete library of blogs and articles.

Plant-Based Dieting: A Tasty Way to Eat Healthy

Are you looking for a healthier diet to kickstart the new year? Try a plant-based diet! Evidence shows that it can improve your mental and physical health. Read here to learn how a plant-based diet can improve your health.

How to Maintain an Exercise Routine During the Winter

Finding time to exercise can be difficult, especially with the dropping temperatures. Your windshields may be frosty, but there are still ways to get in a workout with time to spare. Read here to learn how.

Blood Flow Restriction Training

Recently undergoing surgery, an acute or chronic condition, or even degeneration over time can make high-intensity exercise challenging, which is where Blood Flow Restriction Training comes into play. Learn more here.

Accepting New Patients

Kevin Lavender, DO of TPMG Denbigh Family Medicine in Newport News is accepting new patients.

Considering the mind, body, and spirit, Dr. Lavender cares for patients from newborns to those of advanced age for a variety of chronic conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, coronary artery disease, hypothyroidism, and atrial fibrillation; as well as acute injuries and conditions such as muscle sprains/strains, sports injuries, common colds, and infections. Dr. Lavender has a special medical interest in minor sports injuries, health and nutrition, and Osteopathic Manipulation Techniques. A member of multiple professional organizations, Dr. Lavender also teaches medical students from various medical schools across Virginia in his clinic. 

To learn more about Dr. Lavender, please visit his provider page. 

At TPMG, we have over 220 primary care, specialty physicians, and advanced practice clinicians who are working every day to help you maintain optimal health.

To see all TPMG providers who are currently accepting new patients:

• Visit our Find a Provider page.
• Check the box labeled Accepting New Patients.

For questions related to insurance, visit our website for a comprehensive list of accepted insurance carrier plans. Please call the office you are inquiring about, as not all TPMG physicians participate in the list of plans featured on our website. It is up to each office location as to which insurance plans they accept.

Patient Portal Communications

The Patient Portal gives you access to:

• View lab results quickly
• Send secure messages to your provider
• Schedule or change your appointment
• Request a prescription refill
• Access test results

Click here for more details and how to enroll.

The Beacon Award is a TPMG employee appreciation program that rewards and celebrates staff members who demonstrate an exceptional level of skill, care, and passion for the meaningful work done with, and for, our patients every day.

The staff members you see below recently received this award for providing excellent care and customer service to patients, providers, and fellow coworkers.

Qadera - TPMG Obstetrics and Gynecology in Newport News

Niyoka - TPMG Greenbrier Family Medicine in Chesapeake

Michelle - TPMG Williamsburg Laboratory Collection Center

Francena - TPMG Central Billing Office in Newport News