Laxmi Shrestha, MD

Laxmi Shrestha, MD, MPH, is a board-certified Family Medicine physician. She earned her medical degree from Nepal Medical College, Kathmandu University in Nepal and a Master of Public Health from Tennessee State University in Nashville, TN. She completed her Family Medicine residency at Nassau University Medical Center in New York. Dr. Shrestha brings broad experience in both outpatient and inpatient medicine including women's health. She is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care for older adults, helping them manage chronic conditions, stay current with preventive care, and maintain the highest possible quality of life. She is passionate about chronic disease management, including diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and other ongoing health concerns, through medication management, lifestyle counselling, and care coordination. Earlier in her career, Dr. Shrestha served in several leadership roles, including Medical Officer, Emergency In-charge, and Primary Health Center Lead in Nepal, where she oversaw clinical operations and community health initiatives. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking, volunteering and spending time with family and friends.