Diabetes Endocrinology Metabolism Specialties

Pejman Lavian, MD is a member of Summit Healths Family Medicine team. Dr. Lavian provides a variety of services for patients of all ages, from children to adults. He is skilled and experienced in areas of primary care, preventive medicine, pediatrics, internal medicine, and sports medicine. Dr. Lavian takes time to listen to the concerns of each patient and learn their family history so he can consistently provide patients with comprehensive, high-quality care. Dr. Lavian also has special interest in counseling patients about non-pharmalogical options to help manage various diseases processes.Prior to joining Summit Health, Dr. Lavian was Co-founder and Medical Director of Family Medical Care of Clifton.When not working, Dr. Lavian enjoys spending time with his wife and three children. He enjoys a good game of chess, is an avid reader and a short story author.

Cornelio J. Porras, MD, FACP, FCCP, specializes in pulmonary diseases. Dr. Porras's expertise includes asthma, lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and smoking-related lung diseases such as emphysema.A Former United States Army Major, Dr. Porras practiced in internal medicine at Watson Army Hospital at Fort Dix, New Jersey. He joined New Jersey Physicians in 1996.Dr. Porras is a fellow of the American College of Physicians and American College of Chest Physicians. He is a recipient of the Army Meritorious Service Achievement Medal. He has also been featured in New Jersey Monthly Top Doctors listings.When he is not working with his patients, Dr. Porras enjoys spending time with his family, being outside, hiking, traveling, and playing golf.

David Chen, MD is a member of Summit Healths Family Medicine team. Dr. Chen provides comprehensive medical care to patients of all ages, with a special interest in preventive care. His services include womens health care, pediatrics, preventive health maintenance, primary care for patients with developmental and physical disabilities, minor surgical procedures, and sports medicine. Dr. Chen provides compassionate, empathetic, and informative care during each visit. His patients enjoy his ability to listen, explain details of their specific condition(s), and compose comprehensive treatment plans to ensure the best possible health outcome.Prior to joining Summit Health, Dr. Chen was Co-founder and Medical Director of Family Medical Care of Clifton. He is actively involved with community education in conjunction with the Clifton Health Department and teaches residents and medical students at Mountainside Hospitals Family Medicine residency program. Dr. Chen was featured in New Jersey Monthly Top Doctors listing for 2018. He is an avid sports fan and enjoys spending his free time with his wife, two sons and dog.