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Place: CHN Williamsburg

Jay K. Varma, MD

Medical Director, Family Medicine Physician

Jay K. Varma is a medical doctor who works as a physician. He treats anyone over 18 years old at our Williamsburg and Crown Heights locations. Dr. Varma completed an undergraduate degree in history at Harvard College in 1993 and completed his medical degree at University of California, San Diego School of Medicine in 1997. He completed his internal medicine residency and chief residency at UCSD Medical Center in 2001. Dr. Varma is fluent in English. Dr. Varma is an expert in public health and the prevention and control of diseases, having published over 150 manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals.

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Jay K. Varma, MD can help you with:

  • Yearly exams
  • Treatment of general health problems
  • Pap smears (test for cervical cancer)
  • STI infections you can get from sex) testing and treatment.
  • Birth control, including IUDs and Nexplanon (long-term birth control)
  • Care for patients with HIV/AIDS

  • Reproductive healthcare
  • Gender affirming care
  • Health screenings (tests that look for health problems before you have signs)
  • Care for long term health problems like diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma, and obesity
  • Referrals to other doctors

Frankie L. McLaurin, LCSW-R, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Frankie L. McLaurin, LCSW-R, PMHNP-BC is a Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry who treats patients at the CHN Williamsburg Health Center. Mr. McLaurin completed an undergraduate degree in sociology at North Park University in 2008. He later completed his first graduate degrees in social work at New York University in 2012 and a second graduate degree in psychiatric-mental health nursing practice in 2023 at Yale University. He completed his adult clinical rotation at The Connecticut Mental Health Center from 2021- 2022, and his pediatric clinical rotation at The Yale Child Study Center in 2022-2023.

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Frankie can help you with:

  • Addiction Recovery
  • Anxiety (feeling nervous or worried)
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Depression
  • Domestic abuse (abuse a home)
  • Family problems
  • General mental healthcare
  • LGBTQ problems

  • Loss of a loved one
  • Psychiatric evaluation (test to see what mental health care you may need)
  • Psychosis
  • Relationship problems
  • Self-esteem (having respect for yourself)
  • Social phobia (feeling shy and nervous around others)
  • Taking your medicines, the right way
  • Traumatic or painful events

Charis-Ann Ricketts, O.D., FAAO

Optometrist

Dr. Ricketts is a board-certified Optometrist at Community Healthcare Network. She treats patients at our Washington Heights, Crown Heights, South Bronx, DBS, Williamsburg, and Long Island City Health Centers in the Optometry Mobile Unit.

Dr. Charis-Ann Ricketts graduated from the University of the West Indies with a BSc in Optometry. She then earned her Doctoral Optometry degree from New England College of Optometry in Boston where she completed clinical rotations through private practice, community health centers, and Ophthalmology practices. She completed a residency program in Primary Care specializing in Cornea and Contact Lenses at Nova Southeastern University.

Dr. Ricketts believes in a comprehensive and integrated approach to healthcare. Her sound clinical background and desire to provide high-quality care are evident in each patient encounter. She is proud to be part of an establishment dedicated to patient care, education, and creating optometric service platforms for sustainable vision care.

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Dr. Ricketts can help you with:

  • Refractive error (Blurred Vision)
  • Conjunctivitis/Pink eye (Eye infections)
  • Dry Eye Syndrome (Burning, itching, tearing, redness)
  • Pain in and around the eyes
  • Headaches – Migraines
  • Allergies (Seasonal, contact dermatitis)
  • Cataracts

  • Glaucoma
  • Hypertension
  • Diabetic Eye exams
  • Blepharitis – eyelid inflammation
  • Computer Visions
  • Foreign body removal
  • Emergencies – including (flashes of lights, floaters)

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Beth Zucker, MS, BSN, AGPCNP-BC

Adult Nurse Practitioner

Beth Zucker is an adult nurse practitioner. She treats patients 18 + at our Williamsburg Health Center in Brooklyn. Beth completed her Master of Science in Nursing at Hunter Bellevue School of Nursing and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at New York University. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Sarah Lawrence College.

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Beth Zucker can help you with:

  • Yearly exams
  • Pediatrics (care for babies, children, and teens)
  • Treatment of general health problems
  • Pap smears (test for cervical cancer)
  • STI (infections you can get from sex) testing and treatment

  • Birth control
  • Reproductive health care
  • Health screenings (tests that look for health problems before you have signs)
  • Care for long-term health problems like diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma, and obesity
  • Referrals to other doctors

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Forrest Armstrong, LCSW

Behavioral Health Therapist

Forrest Armstrong is a New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker. He treats patients at our Lower East Side and Brooklyn Health Centers. Forrest Armstrong completed his graduate degree in Psychology at the City College of New York and his Master of Social work at CUNY Hunter College.

Forrest has done specialized training and research on sleep problems and their treatments and published a book chapter about treating insomnia (Pandi-Perumal, 2016) and a scientific article about the impact of sleep loss on decision-making (Engle-Friedman et al. 2016). Forrest has lived experience and a special interest in working with the LGBTQIA community.

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Forrest can help you with:

  • General mental health care
  • Depression
  • Anxiety (feeling nervous or worried)
  • Family problems
  • Relationship problems

  • LGBTQ+ problems
  • Self-esteem (having respect for yourself)
  • Loss of a loved one
  • Social phobia (feeling shy and nervous around others)
  • Process trauma

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Elizabeth Wornom, FNP

Family Nurse Practitioner

Liz Wornom, a newly graduated family nurse practitioner from the University of Virginia, is thrilled to embark on her next chapter in New York City. Joining the dynamic team at CHN, Liz’s enthusiasm is grounded in her passion for primary care and community-based healthcare. Eager to both serve and learn from the vibrant local community, she looks forward to making a meaningful impact in her new role.

New patients, please call 866-246-8259 to make an appointment.

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Elizabeth Wornom can help you with:

  • Yearly exams
  • Pediatrics (care for babies, children, and teens)
  • Treatment of general health problems
  • Pap smears (test for cervical cancer)
  • STI (infections you can get from sex) testing and treatment

  • Birth control
  • Reproductive health care
  • Health screenings (tests that look for health problems before you have signs)
  • Care for long-term health problems like diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma, and obesity
  • Referrals to other doctors

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Rufshana Uddin, RDH

Rufshana Uddin is a registered Dental Hygienist. She treats patients at CHN – East New York/Dr. Betty Shabazz, CHN – Williamsburg, and at CHN – Harlem.

Rufshana Uddin completed her Associate’s degree in Dental Hygiene at New York City College of Technology.

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Rufshana Uddin can help you with:

  • Preventative care cleanings
  • Sealants (to prevent cavities in children and teens)

  • Oral (mouth) health education

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Emily Brock, LMSW

Licensed Masters Social Worker, Behavioral Health Therapist

Emily Brock, LMSW is a Behavioral Health Therapist. She treats patients at our Williamsburg Health Center in Brooklyn. Emily completed her graduate degree at the Silberman School of Social Work.

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Emily can help you with:

  • General mental health care
  • Depression
  • Anxiety (feeling nervous or worried)
  • Family problems
  • Relationship problems

  • LGBTQ+ problems
  • Self-esteem (having respect for yourself)
  • Loss of a loved one
  • Social phobia (feeling shy and nervous around others)

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Kendra Urdang, CNM, WHNP

Midwife and Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner

Kendra Urdang, CNM, WHNP is a board certified Nurse-Midwife and Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner. She treats patients at our Williamsburg, East New York/DBS, Crown Heights, and Lower East Side locations. Kendra completed her Bachelor of Arts at Bard College and her Master of Science in Nursing at Yale University.

New patients, please call 866-246-8259 to make an appointment.

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Kendra can help you with:

  • Yearly exams
  • Pap smears (test for cervical cancer)
  • STI (infections you can get from sex) testing and treatment

  • Birth control and family planning
  • Prenatal care (care during pregnancy)
  • Breastfeeding tips and support

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Dana Kidney, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Behavioral Health Therapist

Dana Kidney, LCSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Behavioral Health Therapist. She treats patients at our Williamsburg Health Center. Dana completed her graduate degree at Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College.

New patients, please call 866-246-8259 to make an appointment.

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Dana can help you with:

  • General mental health care
  • Depression
  • Anxiety (feeling nervous or worried)
  • Family problems
  • Relationship problems

  • LGBTQ+ problems
  • Self-esteem (having respect for yourself)
  • Loss of a loved one
  • Social phobia (feeling shy and nervous around others)
  • Process trauma

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