Trupti B. Patel, MD
Medical Director
Family Medicine
Obesity Medicine Specialist
Dr. Patel has been practicing Family Medicine since 1998.
As a diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine and the American Board of Family Medicine, she specializes in weight management for both adults and children. She is dedicated to rendering a comprehensive, evidence-based weight loss program that uses true and proven methods. Her goal is to provide a safe, affordable, and effective program that focuses not just on weight loss and improvement of health, but also on the long term maintenance of weight loss.
Dr. Patel is passionate about nutrition, wellness, and prevention of disease. She is married with two children and is a resident of Loudoun County. She enjoys traveling, gourmet cooking and gardening.
Medical School
- Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk VA
Board Certifications
- Diplomate – American Board of Family Medicine
- Diplomate – American Board of Obesity Medicine
Memberships/Affiliations
- Community Faculty Member at Eastern Virginia Medical School
- Obesity Medicine Association
- The Obesity Society
- Obesity Action Coalition
- American Medical Society
- American Academy of Family Physicians
Our Experienced Staff
JASON – Front Office Coordinator. Jason has had an impressive journey to become a front office leader. He was born and raised in Northern Virginia. Since attending high school at South Lakes, he has always been involved in different community programs. He has been working in the healthcare field for over 20 years.
As our front office coordinator, Jason ensures that every single patient who walks through our doors has a pleasant experience.
Jason has always been a scholar-athlete. He played basketball in high school and college which he still enjoys. In his free time, you can find him at the gym, riding his bicycle, or spending time with his son, family, and friends.
JESSICA – Gainesville Front Desk Lead.
Passionate about providing outstanding customer service, Jessica takes pride in creating a positive first impression for patients. She enjoys interacting with and encouraging patients in their weight loss journey.
Jessica is also currently studying for a Medical Coding Certification to extend her knowledge in the medical field.
CHIMA – Medical Receptionist. Chima obtained his bachelors of science degree in business administration with a concentration in sports management from Southern New Hampshire University. He then served in the country of Nigeria, Enugu state government as a Liaison for national youth corp affairs for four years. At Physicians premiere weight & wellness center Chima is dedicated to ensuring patients are looked after and have a delightful experience. He is passionate about nutrition & sports. On his free time he exercises and attends sporting events.
KELLY – Lead Nurse Practitioner. Kelly obtained her Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition, Food and Exercise from Virginia Tech University and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from George Washington University. She then served as a pediatric nurse for over 5 years, before returning to school to obtain her Master of Science and Family Nurse Practitioner certification from George Mason University. Kelly is passionate about nutrition, exercise, and supporting others in reaching their individualized health goals.
Kelly was born and raised in Ashburn, Virginia and continues to live here with her husband. She enjoys all avenues of fitness, loves all water activities, and spending time with family.
IRA – Nurse Practitioner. Ira holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Family Nurse Practitioner, both of which she earned from George Washington University. Before transitioning to her current role, Ira dedicated 7 years of her career as a Registered Nurse, where she gained expertise in Internal Medicine, Surgery, and Home Health.
Ira is passionate about nutrition, health, and overall wellness. Her dedication encompasses guiding and supporting individuals in their weight loss journeys, aiming not only to achieve their goals but also to foster sustainable, healthy lifestyles.
Ira lives in Manassas, Virginia. Ira is bilingual and fluent in both English and Filipino. In her free time she enjoys spending quality time with friends and family, playing musical instruments, and traveling around the world.
ANIQUE – Nurse Practitioner. Anique obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Georgia Gwinnett College in 2018 and her Master of Science in Nursing, specializing as a Family Nurse Practitioner, from the University of North Georgia in 2023.
She began her career as a registered nurse in the Mother Baby unit at Northside Hospital in Atlanta, the nation’s leading hospital for maternity services. Anique developed a passion for patient education and making a difference in her patients’ lives.
At Physicians Premiere Weight and Wellness, Anique focuses on helping patients achieve and maintain their weight loss goals, promoting overall wellness, and reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and other noncommunicable diseases through personalized care and patient education.
Originally from India, Anique moved to Georgia with her family at the age of four and completed all her schooling there. She recently relocated to Tysons, Northern Virginia. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, especially creating low-calorie, high-protein meals, traveling, and has recently started learning pickleball. Anique is bilingual, fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu.
SHREYA – Nurse Practitioner. Shreya obtained her Bachelor of Science in Community health from the University of Illinois-Champaign/Urbana. She also has a Master of Science in Nursing and a Post Master’s Certificate in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner. She started her nursing career at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, IL working in the Medical ICU. She then completed her NP degree and continued to work for Northwestern Memorial Hospital in the Acute Pain and Regional Anesthesia team.
Shreya is a dedicated Nurse Practitioner with 7 years of experience in providing compassionate and comprehensive healthcare. She is committed to helping patients achieve their weight loss goals through personalized care and evidence-based practices. Shreya believes in building strong patient relationships, empowering individuals with knowledge and support to make informed health decisions.
Shreya has recently relocated to Ashburn, VA with her husband and Bernadoodle pup, Griffin. She is trilingual and is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi. When not at the clinic, she enjoys traveling (and tasting) the world with her husband, cooking, trying new restaurants and spending time with her friends and family.
JANET – Nurse Practitioner. Janet Perrotta earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Radford University. After working as an emergency department nurse, she went on to study at Georgetown University earning her Master of Science degree and Family Nurse Practitioner certification. Janet is passionate about connecting with her patients and empowering them to achieve their optimal health and wellness. She is dedicated in providing her patients the resources and support they need throughout their weight loss journey. Janet resides in Loudoun County with her husband and three children. She is an avid runner and enjoys staying active with her family. She also enjoys reading, gardening, and baking.
IVETA – Registered Dietitian. Iveta has a Masters in Nutrition and Dietetics from Virginia Tech with a subsequent certification as a Registered Dietitian. She has a passion for community nutrition and nutritional education. She loves working with patients to utilize resources while providing life-long skills to improve their health. She has lived and worked in many diverse communities and through that has learned the important role that nutrition plays in various environments.
Some fun facts about Iveta are that she was born in Bulgaria and moved to the states when she was three years old. She loves to hike with her two dogs, and has a passion for cooking and trying new recipes.
ELIZABETH – Nutritionist. Elizabeth obtained her Bachelors of Science degree in Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise from Virginia Tech. She plans to further her education in nutrition so she can pursue a career as a registered dietitian in the future.
In her free time, Elizabeth enjoys running, reading, and spending time with family and friends.
ROCHELLE – Health Coach. Rochelle received her Bachelor of Arts from Antioch College, and pursued her Masters in Education at Goucher College. She has been a health coach for 18 years, fulfilling her life-long passion for teaching and educating others about health, nutrition, and weight loss. She is happiest when successfully helping others make positive changes to their health and well-being. Rochelle came to PPWWC because she found it unique in its scientifically-based medical approach to weight loss, weight management, and wellness.
Rochelle and her husband enjoy hiking and kayaking, as well as reading, history, and classical music.
KIRSTEN – Health Coach. Kirsten has an extensive background in health and wellness. She has a Higher National Diploma in Beauty Therapy from Edinburg College in the United Kingdom and has been a skin therapist, massage therapist, aromatherapist, reflexologist, and electrologist.
Kirsten’s strong interest in anatomy, health, and wellness led her to obtain a certification in personal training. She enjoys working with her patients and providing specific guidance with their weight loss goals.
ALISIA – Medical Assistant. Alisia is a certified MA with over 20 years of clinical experience. She enjoys her daily interactions with patients and helping them achieve their goals.
Alisia was born in Los Angeles, CA and is a US Army veteran.
AVIN – Medical Assistant. Avin obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from William & Mary in 2024. After graduating a year early, he entered his role as a medical assistant. He loves interacting with and helping patients. He plans to enter medical school in the fall of 2025, and hopes to serve as a primary care physician.
Avin has lived in Virginia for most of his life, attending Langley High School and the College of William & Mary. In his free time, Avin loves to read, cook, and play tennis.
RHEA – Medical Assistant. Rhea obtained her dual Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology and Spanish with Distinction from the University of Virginia in 2024. Rhea is currently in her gap year before Physician Associate school, which she plans to attend in the Fall of 2025. She is currently an MA at PPWWC, and loves educating, interacting with and supporting patients through their health journeys. In her free time, Rhea enjoys making art, cooking, and spending time in nature.
VINEE – Medical Assistant. Vinee just graduated from the University of Virginia and is currently in her gap year before starting medical school next year. Vinee is currently a MA at PPWWC, and loves working with all the providers and the other Medical Assistants. Vinee enjoys working at PPWWC because everyone is super friendly and it feels like family!
NICK – Practice Manager. Nick holds a Masters in Management from Duke University and a Bachelors in History from Christendom College. Nick has almost a decade of experience in managing teams, coaching others, and growing business lines. Nick enjoys talking with PPWWC’s patients, sharing our mission with others, and learning more about how our PPWWC team can help community members achieve their healthcare goals. In his free time, Nick enjoys spending time with his family, hiking, woodworking, and writing music.