We are fellowship-trained primary care sports medicine physicians and orthopedic surgeons, with advanced training in sports medicine-related disciplines.
Our team offers cutting-edge diagnosis, treatment, prevention and management strategies for today's athletes and active individuals. In addition to our sports medicine specialists, our patients have access to the medical resources and technology available from Inova's nationally recognized health team.
Chairman
Orthopedic Surgeons
Primary Care Sports Medicine Physicians
Cardiology
Palak Shah, MD
A member of Inova Medical Group
The doctors of Inova Medical Group are Inova’s premier primary care and specialty physicians,
offering top-notch medical expertise, full access to Inova facilities, and the convenience of
integrated electronic medical records.
Specialty: Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease
Years of Experience: 15
Board-certified specialties granted by an ABMS Member Board. Learn more about board certification.
Stephen A. Gaeta, MD, PhD
A member of Inova Medical Group
The doctors of Inova Medical Group are Inova’s premier primary care and specialty physicians,
offering top-notch medical expertise, full access to Inova facilities, and the convenience of
integrated electronic medical records.
Specialty: Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine
Years of Experience: 9
Board-certified specialties granted by an ABMS Member Board. Learn more about board certification.
Michael C. Flanagan, MD
A member of Inova Medical Group
The doctors of Inova Medical Group are Inova’s premier primary care and specialty physicians,
offering top-notch medical expertise, full access to Inova facilities, and the convenience of
integrated electronic medical records.
Specialty: Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine
Board-certified specialties granted by an ABMS Member Board. Learn more about board certification.
Clinical Interests: Cardiac
Years of Experience: 16
Areas of special interest identified by the physician or additional training completed.
Mitchell Ira Cohen, MD
A member of Inova Medical Group
The doctors of Inova Medical Group are Inova’s premier primary care and specialty physicians,
offering top-notch medical expertise, full access to Inova facilities, and the convenience of
integrated electronic medical records.
Specialty: Pediatric Cardiology, Adult Congenital Heart Disease
Years of Experience: 29
Board-certified specialties granted by an ABMS Member Board. Learn more about board certification.
Melany B. Atkins, MD
Specialty: Diagnostic Radiology
Years of Experience: 14
Board-certified specialties granted by an ABMS Member Board. Learn more about board certification.
Neuropsychologist
Melissa Womble, PhD
Neuropsychologist
Director of Inova Sports Medicine Concussion Program
A member of Inova Medical Group
The doctors of Inova Medical Group are Inova’s premier primary care and specialty physicians,
offering top-notch medical expertise, full access to Inova facilities, and the convenience of
integrated electronic medical records.
Licensed Athletic Trainers
Sean Burfeind, MS, LAT, ATC, OPA-C
A member of Inova Medical Group
The doctors of Inova Medical Group are Inova’s premier primary care and specialty physicians,
offering top-notch medical expertise, full access to Inova facilities, and the convenience of
integrated electronic medical records.
