Our Doctors

Like many nurse practitioners, Shaina first started her career in medicine as a registered nurse. Back when she was working as an RN at a large teaching hospital, she marveled at the growth of the interns as they progressed through their residency. “One day, I said to myself, ‘Why can’t I do what they’re doing?’ Going to medical school didn’t seem to fit into my life at that point, but working alongside nurse practitioners and physician assistants made me realize that they were just as competent and experienced as doctors were. It was then I made the decision to become an advanced practitioner so I could continue to help patients and families in a more advanced role.”

Shaina is board-certified in Family Medicine and has a strong interest and background in Emergency Medicine, which is a great asset to her at ReadyMED. “Having an FNP degree has allowed me to assess, diagnose, and treat patients of all ages and stages of life,” she explains. “In addition, working in emergency medicine has allowed me to deal with almost every type of patient problem and perform procedures in a quick, fast-paced environment.”

When treating her patients, Shaina never forgets that she is caring for someone’s loved one. “I always make a point to treat every patient with the kind of respect and care I would want for my own family and friends,” she explains. “Medicine is both an art and a science. Time and experience have shaped what we know as the medicine of today. They help to guide us in the right direction when caring for patients. But, dealing with people who are vulnerable and coming to you in a time of need requires empathy, listening, and support that must be tailored to each individual.”

In her spare time Shaina enjoys being outdoors, hiking, traveling, yoga, and experiencing life through the eyes of her two amazing daughters.

A graduate of the University of Massachusetts Boston and Bryant University, Amanda decided to become an advanced practitioner because she enjoys working directly with patients advancing the common goal of better overall health and wellness.

Amanda enjoys the fast pace of working at ReadyMED. “I really enjoy supporting patients both in their immediate needs and also doing my best to ensure they have access to long-term and follow-up care after their visit,” she explains.

Amanda likes to follow the holistic approach to patient care which involves examining the psychological, social, and mental health factors that may contribute to the symptoms and presentation of disease. “I believe it is extremely important to value the individual’s experience and circumstances when it comes to their own health and wellbeing.”

Amanda enjoys working closely with the healthcare team and connecting with patients. “I value the provider-patient relationship and I think that level of trust, respect, and responsibility is equally important amongst the healthcare team.

In her spare time Amanda loves to be with friends and family, as well as hiking and exploring the outdoors with her two rescue dogs. She also loves snowboarding, volleyball, kayaking, traveling, and sunny days at the beach.

Amelia-Jae started her career as a nurse but after a few years decided to further her career to become a nurse practitioner. “After about six years of being a nurse, I wanted to provide more advanced care to my patients,” she explains. “So I decided to continue my education and obtain a Master’s degree to become an advanced practitioner.”

“I loved working as an RN in the emergency room but I also enjoyed my time in primary care as a nurse practitioner getting to know my patients and making decisions together about their health,” she explains. “I chose ReadyMED because it combines providing care to the community with a combination of everything I love in one setting. Plus, I get to see patients of all ages which I really enjoy.”

Amelia-Jae enjoys using the latest technology when caring for patients. “Technology has advanced my ability to help patients in a faster and more reliable way,” she explains. “The ability to confirm any previous diagnosis and treatments and being able to communicate with other providers using the same EMR is very helpful.”

In her free time Amelia-Jae likes to travel, spend time with family and friends, and try new foods and restaurants.

Born in Vietnam, many members of Dr. Quang Le’s family are pharmacists, but he decided a career as a doctor best suited him. “I’m really a people-person, and enjoy interacting with people and helping them each day. So for me, being a doctor is really the ideal career.”

Dr. Le enjoys the unpredictable nature of working at ReadyMED. “The work is always interesting and challenging, because you never know what you are going to see. It’s one reason why I enjoy coming to work so much each day.”

In his spare time, Dr. Le enjoys being with his wife and family. He also likes playing golf in the warmer months and snowboarding in the winter. Dr. Le also enjoys watching his favorite local teams, the Patriots, Red Sox and Bruins.

Growing up in Massachusetts, Dr. Elizabeth Lidstone-Jayanath originally wanted to be a veterinarian. After a time, however, she decided she would rather make a career out of helping children instead of animals. Upon graduating from the University of New Hampshire and UMass Medical School, she completed her residency in Pediatrics at Bay State Hospital in Springfield, Massachusetts.

Dr. Lidstone-Jayanath is a physician with a warm, friendly manner who strongly believes in educating her patients as much as possible. “I think it’s important to take the time to explain to children and parents the nature of their illness and how I intend to treat it. No matter how busy we are as physicians we can’t forget how important communicating with our patients is.”

A graduate of UMass Amherst and UMass Worcester, Jennifer is a highly experienced nurse practitioner, and has cared for adults, children and pregnant women. Jennifer’s area of expertise is family practice medicine. “I chose family practice because I wanted to be able to care for whoever walked in the door whether they are a week old or 90 years old,” she explains. “I like the variety of patients I see in family practice and I know my experience will be a great asset working at ReadyMED.” Jennifer is a big believer in listening to, educating, and empowering her patients. “I approach caring for patients as a team effort. I am a member of the team and together with the patient we make treatment decisions that work best for the patient and their needs. No one likes being sick, that’s why I love being able to make a difference in patient’s lives by helping them get back to being themselves again and resuming their everyday activities.” In her spare time Jennifer enjoys traveling with her husband and being with family and friends. She also likes to play volleyball, cook, and find new wines to enjoy.

A graduate of Becker College, Framingham State University and the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Megan worked as an acute care nurse for eight years before becoming an advanced practitioner. She enjoys the higher level of autonomy it provides and being able to implement education and preventative care with her patients across their lifespan. Megan is a strong believer in developing a good rapport with her patients and encouraging them to make healthy choices in their life. She also enjoys listening to their concerns and integrating thoughtful teaching regarding their diagnosis along with optimal treatment. When she is not busy with her patients, Megan enjoys spending lots of time with her family, including activities such as working out, sports, trips to the beach, crafts and being with friends and family.

Dr. Kirti Nagpal’s lifelong interest in science and medicine, as well as a passion for helping others, led her to become a physician. “Being a doctor and having the ability to alleviate people’s suffering really adds meaning and purpose to my life,” she explains. “For me, it’s really an honor to be able to take care of people.”

A pediatrician at ReadyMED PLUS, Dr. Nagpal sees a wide variety of clinical cases each day. “It might range from a simple ear infection to chronic headaches or even a musculoskeletal problem. Every day in urgent care, working with a diverse range of clinical cases keeps the day both challenging and exciting yet deeply fulfilling at the same time.”

A pediatric specialist, Dr. Nagpal has a special interest in working with children. “I really do love working with children, they are so sweet and honest,” she explains. “Before I came to ReadyMED, I worked in primary care and was able to see children grow from the first days of their lives to young adults heading off to college. I was able to partner with parents throughout that rewarding journey – supporting, guiding and celebrating each stage of development.”

Dr. Nagpal believes that the best medical care happens through a combination of medical expertise and genuine kindness and compassion. “I recognize that people come to our offices when they are not feeling so great emotionally and physically,” she explains. “So, it’s important to be as kind and compassionate to them as you can. Small acts of kindness go a long way in alleviating the spirits of my patients who are getting seen for their illness no matter how big or small. Studies have shown that fostering trust and care with the patient improves health outcomes by directly effecting the physiological healing process.”

In her spare time, Dr. Nagpal enjoys creative writing and is learning Indian classical dance. She also likes to paint in acrylics and go for long walks with her beagle.