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For more than 15 years, Prima Medicine has been a trusted leader in primary care and internal medicine across Northern Virginia. Founded by Dr. Chethana Rao, MD, a board-certified physician and President of Prima Medicine, the practice is dedicated to personalized, evidence-based care that empowers patients to live healthier, longer lives. Recently, Dr. Mandana Shafai, MD joined the team, expanding access to concierge medicine services. Dr. Rao leads a dynamic team of top-rated providers including Dr. Shafai, Dr. Connor, Dr. Sadhu, Dr. Luther, Dr. Torno, and Dr. Yalamanchilli, supported by advanced practice providers. With offices in Fairfax, South Riding, Merrifield, and Tysons, and a full-service Prima Urgent Care center in Fairfax, patients benefit from both convenience and continuity of care. The practice offers comprehensive services in diabetes management, hypertension, asthma, lifestyle medicine, bariatric medicine, preventative health, and concierge internal medicine. Through its concierge program, patients enjoy direct physician access, longer visits, and personalized treatment plans focused on prevention and long-term wellness. The Weight Loss program is led by Dr Luther, MD and Shannon Ross, NP.

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Due to the inclement weather

our Tyson and Merrifield locations will be closed tomorrow, January 27th, 2026, and will return to normal operational hours on Wednesday, January 28th, 2026. We will be opening at 10 am tomorrow, January 27, 2026, at our Fairfax and South Riding locations.
 

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