Meet Our Board of Directors

Physician Alliance of Stamford is led by physicians for physicians. The Board of Directors is led by Todd Palker, MD and comprised of nine members — six of which are from independent community practices. The centerpiece of our business model is our commitment to providing continuous value to independent practices – both large and small. Board members set policies, develop goals, evaluate management’s performance, and ensure operations keep the needs of the independent physician practice the top priority.

Shieva Ghofrany

Vice Chair, Physician Alliance of Stamford

Dr. Shieva Ghofrany is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN). She has been in private practice for over 15 years at Coastal Obstetrics & Gynecology in Stamford.

Todd Palker

Chair, Physician Alliance of Stamford

Dr. Palker serves as the Chairman of the Pediatric Peer Review Committee at Stamford Health. Since joining New England Pediatrics as an associate, I have been fortunate to work with senior colleagues and excellent mentors, who have greatly influenced my success in pediatric general practice. I became a Partner in 2010, and I look forward to many years of growth, collaboration and rewarding patient care.

biana lanson md
Biana Lanson, MD, is an otolaryngologist practicing in Stamford, Connecticut. She earned her medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed her residency training at NYU Medical Center. Dr. Lanson has been in private practice for 17 years. She brings extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of ear, nose, and throat conditions, with a particular focus on helping patients manage complex nasal and sinus issues.
Maher Madhoun

Board Member

Dr. Madhoun is the Associate Clinical Professor, Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons, Assistant Program Director for Inpatient Teaching, and Internal Medicine residency program. He is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease.

Dr. Madhoun is the Associate Clinical Professor, Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons, Assistant Program Director for Inpatient Teaching, and Internal Medicine residency program. He is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease.

Madhu Mathur

Board Member

Dr. Mathur, MD is a Pediatric Obesity specialist, board certified in Pediatrics and Obesity Medicine. She has been in private practice since 2014, at Lifestyle Medicine Center, Stamford. She has been addressing obesity prevention and treatment in the Stamford community since 2004.


Barrie Suskin

Board Member

Dr. Suskin graduated from the Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The University of Buffalo in 2008. She works in Stamford, CT and specializes in Medical Genetics and Obstetrics & Gynecology.

Dr. Suskin graduated from the Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The University of Buffalo in 2008. She works in Stamford, CT and specializes in Medical Genetics and Obstetrics & Gynecology.

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