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Belvedere Ave
Providers
Dr. Yiwen Wu
PhD, LMSW
Dr. Yiwen Wu earned her Ph.D. in Social Psychology and Master of Social Work from the Graduate School of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences. She specializes in working with adults and young adults, providing care for individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and the lasting impact of childhood trauma. Dr. Wu is committed to helping clients build self-awareness, gain deeper insight into their emotional experiences, and become more proactive in creating meaningful change in their lives. Through a compassionate, strengths-based approach, she empowers individuals to develop resilience, enhance well-being, and move toward a more fulfilling life.
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( Behavioral Health )
Robert Mayes
PD
A lifelong resident of Baltimore City, Rob developed a keen interest in chemistry and biology while attending the Baltimore Polytechnic Institute, where he earned his A-course diploma with a focus in science. After graduating magna cum laude at our nation's first school of pharmacy, the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy in Science, Rob returned to Baltimore to embark on his career. Beginning his journey working in long term care pharmacy, he eventually found his niche managing community health center pharmacies, gaining valuable experience with long stints at Chase Brexton and AbsoluteCare. Since 2023, Rob has managed Park West Pharmacy at our Belvedere medical center site. Energized by a passion for science, and driven by a love for his hometown Baltimore City, Rob leads his team to go above and beyond every day to provide excellent pharmaceutical care that knows no limits and breaks down all barriers to quality health care for our community
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( Pharmacy )
Nkechi Oguike
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Preferred name: Dr. Nikki Oguike, DNP
Earned Advanced Practice Nursing (Nurse Practitioner) degree in Pediatrics at University of Maryland
Earned Doctor of Nursing Degree at Chamberlain University, Illinois
Number of years in practice: 16 years
Areas of practice within the years: Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), Pediatric Emergency Department, Pediatric specialty Clinic (Pediatric Surgery), Ambulatory (Pediatric outpatient) Clinics.
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( Pediatrics )
Judith White
Hygienist
Ms. Judith White is from Trinidad and Tobago, but has resided in Baltimore, Maryland for the last 37 years. She studied at Baltimore City Community College and earned an AA degree in Dental Hygiene. Also, she completed an local anesthesia training at the University of Maryland Dental School and she is board-certified by the Maryland State Dental board to administer local anesthesia. She is a loving mother to two adult wonderful daughters. In her spare time she enjoys travelling and putting a smile on people's faces.
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( Dental )
Lisa Valentine
DDS
Dr. Lisa M. Valentine practices as a Dentist at Park West Health System, Inc. Dr. Valentine earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree from The University of Maryland School of Dentistry. She has been practicing dentistry for 28 years and has a special interest in providing dental care to underserved communities. When not "drilling holes" in teeth, she enjoys taking a day trip to New York City with her twin sister to watch a Broadway play. Dr. Valentine resides in Baltimore County with her husband, Spencer, their young adult daughter, Noelle, and the family's spoiled Miniature Schnauzer, Mordecai.
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( Dental )
Ihuoma Nwachukwu
DDS, MPH, Dental Director
Dr. Nwachukwu is a General Dentist who has been practicing for over a decade serving various communities in Maryland. Her focus is on improving oral health literacy, while providing comprehensive patient-centered oral health care services among pediatric and adult populations in underserved communities.
Dr. Nwachukwu obtained her B.Sc. degree in General Biology at the University of Maryland, College Park. She earned her Dental degree at the University of Maryland, Baltimore College of Dental Surgery and a Master of Public Health degree with Dental Emphasis (MPH-D) at A.T. Still University, Kirksville, Missouri. Her residency, which was completed at the Lutheran Medical Center Dental Residency Program in Baltimore city, was an Advanced Education in General Dentistry, with a focus on individuals with special needs and immunocompromised health issues.
In her current role as Dental Director, her focus includes improving access to oral care services and interdisciplinary patient care by implementing various community-based oral health programs at Park West Health System, Inc. She enjoys playing the piano, reading and spending quality time with her family.