Meridian Primary Care provides comprehensive adult primary and preventive care, helping patients address new concerns, manage chronic conditions, review medications, plan screenings, and coordinate specialty care when needed.
Preventive Care
Annual physicals, recommended screenings and vaccines, and a plan for staying healthy.
New Health Concerns
Evaluation of new non-emergency symptoms and changes in your health.
Ongoing Condition Management
Long-term care for conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol, including medication review.
A PRACTICAL STARTING POINT
Care that starts with the full picture
Meridian Primary Care focuses on prevention, evaluation, and ongoing management of adult health concerns. Our internal medicine physicians help patients understand symptoms, monitor long-term conditions, review medications, and plan appropriate next steps.
When a concern requires diagnostic testing or specialty expertise, the department can coordinate care with the appropriate Meridian team so patients have a clear path forward.
MERIDIAN PRIMARY CARE SERVICES
Everyday care for adults
Annual Physicals
Preventive visits that review your history, medications, vital signs, and recommended screenings and vaccines.
Sick Visits & New Concerns
Evaluation of new or persistent non-emergency symptoms.
Chronic-Condition Care
Ongoing management of diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and other long-term conditions.
Medication Review
Review of prescriptions, vitamins, and supplements to support a safe, practical care plan.
Screening Planning
Age- and risk-appropriate screening recommendations based on your health history.
Care Coordination
Coordination with Meridian Labs, Meridian Diagnostic Imaging, and Meridian specialty departments when needed.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Your care, step by step
1. Review
Your clinician reviews your symptoms, medical history, medications, and health goals.
2. Evaluate
Your clinician examines the concern and explains findings in clear language.
3. Plan
Together you discuss treatment, testing, or referrals that may be appropriate.
4. Follow Up
Meridian coordinates the next visit, result, or specialty step when needed.
MERIDIAN PRIMARY CARE PROVIDERS
Meet the physicians supporting your primary care
Dr. Albert E. Takem
Role: Founder & Medical Director
Department: Meridian Primary Care · Meridian Weight Loss & Metabolic Health
Dr. Emerson Lapuz Coronel
Clinical specialty: Internal Medicine
Department: Meridian Primary Care
Sees patients in: Upper Marlboro (South Osborne) & Silver Spring
Dr. Usman T. Khan
Clinical specialty: Internal Medicine
Department: Meridian Primary Care
Dr. Joan Ngonack Ngembus
Clinical specialty: Internal Medicine
Department: Meridian Primary Care
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Dr. Imelda R. Miranda, Internal Medicine, also sees patients at our South Osborne office in Upper Marlboro on a limited schedule.
MERIDIAN PRIMARY CARE LOCATIONS
Where Meridian Primary Care is available
Largo Medical Location
Address
950 Harry S Truman Drive North, Suite 550
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
Phone
301-627-3500
Hours
Monday–Friday: 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday: Closed
After hours
Call the same office number to reach the physician on call.
Services and specialist availability vary by location and appointment date. Please call the front desk, and our staff will help schedule you at the appropriate Meridian location.
Silver Spring Medical Location
Address
1400 Forest Glen Road, Suites 210, 215, and 235
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Phone
301-627-3500
Hours
Monday–Friday: 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday: Closed
After hours
Call the same office number to reach the physician on call.
Services and specialist availability vary by location and appointment date. Please call the front desk, and our staff will help schedule you at the appropriate Meridian location.
South Osborne Medical Location
Address
7611 S Osborne Rd, Suite 106
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Phone
301-952-8401
Fax: 301-952-8464
Hours
Monday–Friday: 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday: Closed
After hours
Call the same office number to reach the physician on call.
Services and specialist availability vary by location and appointment date. Please call the front desk, and our staff will help schedule you at the appropriate Meridian location.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Planning your Meridian Primary Care visit
What should I bring to my visit?
Bring a photo ID, your insurance card, an up-to-date list of medications and supplements, relevant records, and any questions you want to discuss.
Where can I see a Meridian Primary Care provider?
Meridian Primary Care is available at the Largo, Silver Spring, and South Osborne (Upper Marlboro) locations. Call 301-627-3500 and the front desk will help schedule you at the appropriate location.
Is telehealth available?
Telehealth is available when clinically appropriate and subject to medication-related requirements. The front desk will help determine whether an in-person or telehealth visit is appropriate.
How do I schedule?
Call 301-627-3500 or request an appointment online. A request is not confirmed until the front desk contacts you.
COORDINATED CARE
Related care at Meridian
Not sure if Meridian Primary Care is the right place to start?
Schedule a Meridian Primary Care visit, or call and our front desk will help route you to the appropriate department and location.
Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
For life-threatening symptoms, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
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- Phone301-627-3500
- Fax833-559-0865
- HoursMonday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
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