About
Debra Goldson-Prophete, MD
Debra Goldson-Prophete received her medical degree (MD) from Columbia University’s College of Physicians & Surgeons in NYC. She completed her Internship & Residency training at New York Hospital- Weill Cornell Medical Center and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
She is Board-Certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). She is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Physicians & Surgeons at the University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ). Dr. Goldson-Prophete is also a Civil Surgeon with the United States Civil and Immigration Services (USCIS).
Dr. Goldson-Prophete has received numerous state, regional and national awards including NJ Monthly Magazine’s “Top Doctors”, Consumer Research Council of America “America’s Top Physician”, as well as “Best Doctor in America” in multiple years.
Memberships:
- American College of Physicians
- American Medical Association
- Society of General Internal Medicine
Chukwunwike (“Chike”) Okafor, MD
Dr. Chike Okafor is a board-certified physician in both Sports Medicine and Family Medicine. A proud New Jersey native, he earned his medical degree from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and completed his Family Medicine residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine – Montefiore. He went on to complete fellowship training in Sports Medicine at Duke University, where he served as a team physician for collegiate athletics including Duke University, Elon University, and North Carolina Central University.
With dual training, Dr. Okafor is able to provide truly comprehensive care — from preventive health and chronic disease management to specialized sports medicine services. His clinical expertise includes injury prevention, treatment of acute and chronic musculoskeletal injuries, arthritis management, concussion care, diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound, and ultrasound-guided procedures.
Beyond treating injuries and joint conditions, Dr. Okafor provides full-spectrum family medicine care, including annual wellness visits, preventive screenings, management of conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure, and same-day sick visits. He is passionate about building long-term relationships with patients of all ages and is committed to empowering each individual to take an active role in their health.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Okafor enjoys staying active himself through basketball and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He also loves spending time with family and friends and exploring new restaurants.
Shyla Kissoon, PA
Shyla is a dedicated and compassionate Physician Assistant with a passion for providing high-quality healthcare to improve the lives of her patients. She obtained her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies at King’s College in 2019 and has worked in Internal Medicine since then. She is looking forward to working with her patients to optimize the best treatment plan for preventative and overall health and wellness.
Oneka Edwards, FNP
Oneka Edwards worked as a Registered nurse in outpatient surgery for five years. She is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a degree from Chamberlain University. She firmly believes in a holistic approach to patient care, emphasizing the importance of understanding every facet of a patient’s life – medical, surgical, social, and mental – to truly grasp their ‘Big Picture’. Oneka is looking forward to meeting new and current patients with a smile.
Prisscillia Assale, NP
Priscillia is a board-certified Adult Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care for adults across the lifespan. She manages a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, asthma, obesity, etc.
She believes every patient deserves to be treated with honesty, respect, and the same quality of care she would want for herself. Known for her approachable style, Priscillia takes the time to explain diagnoses and treatment options in clear, understandable language. Her goal is to empower patients with the knowledge and confidence to actively participate in their health.
Priscillia earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University and is committed to staying current with the latest evidence-based practices to provide the highest standard of care.