Linda Luisi-Purdue

Summit Health, based in Montclair, NJ, offers a wide range of medical services and specialties for patients in the local community. From urgent care to specialized care in internal medicine, orthopedics, dermatology, and family medicine, Summit Health provides convenient and reliable healthcare options. Patients can easily schedule appointments, communicate with their doctors, access test results, and stay informed on health topics through the patient portal. With a focus on patient care and wellness, Summit Health strives to provide accessible and supportive healthcare services to individuals in the area. Generated from the website

Aashiki Shah, DO is a member of Summit Health's Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine team. Dr. Shah provides preventive care and treatment for minor illnesses to patients up to age 18. She prioritizes making sure her patients and their families feel their concerns are heard and addressed, and that they feel well-equipped in managing their health.Dr. Shah always enjoyed science and was drawn to pediatric medicine from a very young age. Through her work in preventive care, treatment, and education, she takes pride in watching her patients grow and thrive while empowering them to manage their own health.Dr. Shahs ambitions also include pursuing more cultural competence within the field of health care. While working on a research project during her residency, she discovered knowledge gaps and opportunities for providers serving culturally diverse patient populations and is interested in furthering work in this space.In her free time, Dr. Shah enjoys playing tennis, hiking, and baking. She is passionate about nutrition, exercise, and raising awareness about social determinants of health.

Rebecca Friess, MD is a member of Summit Healths Allergy and Immunology team. Dr. Friess is experienced working with both children and adults and treating a variety of allergic conditions including food allergies, environmental allergies, medication allergies, asthma, eczema, and hives. She is skilled in performing procedures and interpreting diagnostic testing for allergy and asthma evaluation, including skin testing for food and environmental allergies, food and medication challenges, and spirometry. Dr. Friess works with her patients to not only treat their symptoms, but also to identify the underlying cause of the symptoms in order to create a care plan that can guide management and prevention effectively. Dr. Friess always prioritizes a patients understanding of their own care and works to increase each patients sense of empowerment in managing their healthcare.What Dr. Friess enjoys most about her work is what led her to pursue her career in health care: the opportunity to build relationships with people, help them understand their health journey and improve their quality of life.In her free time Dr. Friess enjoys reading, gardening, and exploring local parks with her family.