
FAMILY PRACTICE PROVIDERS
Dr. Sonal Aggarwal, MD

Board Certification: Family Medicine
Area of Practice at Axis: Family Practice
Working at Axis Since: 2021
Languages: English, Hindi, Punjabi
Bio coming soon!
Dr. Abeer Alnaqbi, MD

Board Certification: Obstetrics and Gynecology. Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
Area of Practice at Axis: Family Practice
Working at Axis Since: 2022
Languages: English
Dr Alnaqbi is a general Gynecologist who focuses on the spectrum of health concerns ranging from routine annual visits to abnormal uterine bleeding, recurrent vaginal infections, Endometriosis, chronic pelvic pain, peri and post-menopausal care, including management of hormone replacement therapy. Dr Alnaqbi has a special interest in vulvar and cervical pathology and colposcopy. She firmly believes in the importance of providing quality healthcare to all patients, especially in our community centers and has experience attending to a variety of patient populations. Through patient education, she empowers women to become more involved in their health. Her goal is to make sure all patients receive timely diagnosis and management for their concerns while promoting a safe, evidence-based practice.
Dr. Ruchi Arora, MD

Board Certification: Family Medicine, ABFM Certified
Area of Practice at Axis: Family Practice
Working at Axis Since: 2025
Languages: English, Hindi
Dr. Arora believes that good health begins with a strong partnership between a patient and their physician. She enjoys getting to know patients, understanding their individual health needs, and working together to help them lead healthier lives. Dr. Arora is passionate about preventive care and believes that helping patients stay healthy is just as important as treating illness. She strives to provide compassionate, evidence-based care that considers each patient’s physical and emotional well-being. Working at Axis Community Health allows her to be part of a team dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality care to our community. I value the opportunity to care for patients from diverse backgrounds and to support them through every stage of life. My goal is to build lasting relationships with my patients, help them manage chronic conditions effectively and encourage healthy habits that contribute to their long-term well-being.
Yumna Azizuddin, FNP

Board Certification: Nurse Practitioner
Area of Practice at Axis: Reproductive Health, Family Practice
At Axis Since: 2024
Languages: English, Hinid, Urdu
Yumna wanted to be the first in her family to pursue a career in healthcare so she could give back to the community she grew up in and help others become the healthiest version of themselves. As a primary care and reproductive health provider, she values being there for patients during life’s more sensitive and vulnerable moments, from their first Pap smear to becoming a first-time parent. Yumna strives to make every experience feel less overwhelming by explaining the “why this matters” and “what to expect,” helping patients feel confident taking ownership of their health.
Dr. Michelle Cortes-Surdilla

Board Certification: Family Medicine
Area of Practice at Axis: Family Medicine
At Axis Since: 2017
Languages: English
“I grew up in Livermore,” explains Dr. Cortes-Surdilla, “and I always knew that I wanted to come back home to serve my community.” As a family medicine practitioner, she believes that each person has an important role to play in their family’s health. “I love watching families grow and change,” she says, “and I’m honored that I get to assist them along the way.”
Dr. Reshma Gandhi, MD

Associate Medical Director
Board Certification: Family Medicine
Area of Practice at Axis: Family Medicine
At Axis Since: 2016
Languages: English, Hindi, Marathi
“I love family medicine,” says Dr. Gandhi, Axis’s Associate Medical Director, “it gives you the chance to really get to know people.” Coming from a family that has faced its own medical struggles, she aims to make patients feel supported and informed. She believes that “preventative medicine is the best medicine,” and works with patients to stop disease and symptoms before they start. She is very experienced in treating chronic diseases, especially diabetes.
Rachel Freitas, NP

Associate Medical Director
Board Certification: Nurse Practitioner
Area of Practice at Axis: Family Medicine
At Axis Since: 2020
Languages: English
Rachel Freitas believes healthcare is most effective when it is accessible, personalized, and rooted in the community it serves. She specializes in family practice with an interest in women’s health, from preventative screenings to contraceptive counseling and menopause management. Rachel partners with patients to understand their unique backgrounds, lifestyle goals, and daily realities. She believes in empowering women and giving them the information needed to make informed decisions to live their best lives.
Dr. Anita Heart, MD

Board Certification: Family Medicine
Area of Practice at Axis: Family Practice
At Axis Since: 2022
Languages: English, Tamil
Dr. Bushra Jawaid, MD

Board Certification: Family Medicine
Area of Practice at Axis: Family Practice
At Axis Since: 2023
Languages: English, Urdu, Punjabi, and Hindi
Dr. Parveen Kaur,MD

Board Certification: Family Medicine
Area of Practice at Axis: Family Practice
At Axis Since: 2019
Languages: English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urduu
Bio coming soon!
Dr. Kristina Kim, Preceptor

Board Certification: Family Medicine
Area of Practice at Axis: Preceptor
At Axis Since: 2026
Languages: English, Korean
Dr. Kim chose medicine as a career because she wanted to help people be well. She recognizes that navigating healthcare can be complicated and believes that patients can achieve their health goals by working with a team of dedicated community health care providers. It’s not easy to visit the doctor’s office and share health concerns or troubles, to take medications as directed every day, or to exercise and to prepare and eat healthful foods. Dr. Kim’s goal for her patients is for them to take the lead in their health journey. She counsels, prescribes, and treats ailments, while instilling confidence in patients to make progress and drive change.
Dr. Cho Cho Lay, MD

Board Certification: Family Practice
Area of Practice at Axis: Adult Medicine
At Axis Since: 2016
Languages: English, Burmese
Dr. Lay has four sisters – three of whom are doctors! From an early age, their dedication to medicine inspired her to follow in their footsteps. She believes that patients and providers should work together as a team. “We’re on a journey to good health,” she explains, “if the patient is the driver, then I’m the GPS!” Dr. Lay is passionate about community health, and is excited to be a part of the Axis team.
Dr. Rajendra Mahajan, MD

Board Certification: Family Medicine, ABFM
Area of Practice at Axis: Adult Medicine
At Axis Since: 2023
Languages: English, Hindi, Marathi, Gujrati, Urdu, and Panjabi
Dr. Mahajan became a physician because he is passionate about making people feel better. Growing up, he was inspired by his great-uncle who had told him, “The best way to find happiness, is to make the people around you happy.” His goal for his patients is to collaborate with them in creating a health plan that will guide them towards a healthier, happier life.
Amennah Moghaddam, MSN, FNP

Board Certification: Nurse Practitioner
Area of Practice at Axis: Family Medicine
Working at Axis Since: 2014
Languages: English, Farsi, and Dari
As a second-generation nurse, Amennah is committed to improving community health, one patient at a time. In the exam room, she emphasizes prevention and often connects patients with other Axis services such as smoking cessation or nutrition counseling. She is dedicated to helping patients understand how to get their healthcare needs met.
Jessica Nhan

Board Certification: Physician Assistant, PA-C
Area of Practice at Axis: Family Medicine
Working at Axis Since: 2026
Languages: English, Mandarin, Cantonese
Jessica’s interest in medicine initially began while growing up with family members who had special needs. When her junior high school became a health science magnet school, her interest in medicine deepened. She likes how science can be used to help us make sense of the world around us, and she believes that medicine gives us the privilege to use that knowledge to help patients feel better. Jessica enjoys working in community health because she can meet patients with diverse backgrounds and give back to a place that she is now a part of. In her free time, she likes to travel, eat at local restaurants, karaoke, solve sudoku puzzles, and hang out with friends/family.
Suzanne Silva, NP

Board Certification: Nurse Practitioner
Area of Practice at Axis: Family Medicine
At Axis Since: 2014
Languages: English, Spanish
Suzanne seeks to build trusting partnerships with her patients through conversation – both in English or Spanish. This helps her tailor treatment plans and connect patients with other Axis program. Before joining Axis, Suzanne volunteered with medical programs in many different countries, where she gained special experience working with people with diabetes, dietary problems, and cardiac issues.
Dr. Sonali Sheth, MD

Board Certification: Family Medicine
Area of Practice at Axis: Family Practice
At Axis Since: Languages: English, Hindi, Gujarati
Dr. Sheth is a family physician as well as Axis’s Medical Director of Population Health. Her interest include improving clinic workflows to improve quality and safety. Dr. Sheth enjoys building long-term relationship with her patients, and believes the patient is his/her own health advocate.
Through health education and shared decision making, Dr. Sheth empowers her patients to make decisions based on their health goals. She believes good nutrition, exercise and community are key components of a healthy lifestyle.
Priyanka Thapa, FNP

Board Certification: Family Nurse Practitioner
Area of Practice at Axis: Family Medicine
At Axis Since: Languages: English, Hindi, Nepali, Urdu
Priyanka grew up in Nepal before moving to the Bay Area for high school. That experience shaped her desire to help people, especially those who need access to health care. “It is with pride and pleasure to be doing something good for the community I live in. It brings me lots of happiness.” Priyanka has experience working in urgent and primary care. When it comes to providing care, she believes the best course of treatment comes from listening closely to what patients have to say.
Navdeep Tumber, MD

Board Certification: Physician
Area of Practice at Axis: Family Medicine
At Axis Since: Languages: English, French
Dr. Tumber has lived most of her life in California and is excited to be part of Axis Community Health where she is able to provide quality care to the communities that the team serves. She truly enjoys working in family medicine and primary care because she has the opportunity to see patients grow up, grow older, and grow together. “Whenever I meet a new patient, I like them to know what my goals are for them and what kind of practice I do because it’s always intimidating to find a new doctor, so I try to put them at ease.” she says. Dr. Tumber values shared-decision making, making plans together, and finding out what their goals are during visits with all her patients.
Dr. Sadaf Zafer, MD

Board Certification: Family Medicine
Area of Practice at Axis: Family Practice
At Axis Since: 2013
Languages: English, Hindi, Marathi and Urdu
Dr. Zafer’s father, who was also a doctor, inspired her to work in healthcare. She chose family medicine because she values its focus on treating each patient as a whole person, and its emphasis on long-term doctor-patient relationships. In the exam room, she addresses a wide variety of health issues, and specializes in managing diabetes, asthma, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure.
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APPOINTMENTS
Medical services are by appointment only.
Call 925-462-1755. Evening and Saturday appointments are available.
FEES
We accept Medicare, Medi-Cal and many public insurance plans. Some services are available on a sliding scale based on income and family size.
ENROLLMENT
If you do not have insurance or the resources to pay for your services, we will work with you to make sure you get the care you need. No one will be denied access to services due to their inability to pay. Call 925-462-1755 to schedule an enrollment appointment or visit our Enrollment page for more information.

