Meet Our Team

Pan Asian was founded in 2003 by Dr. James Shi, Ms. Ling Cheung, and Mr. M.K. Lee. They recruited Dr. MoPing Chow and other doctors to serve as resident physicians, and since then, many medical professionals are taking time out of their busy schedules to treat those who are low-income and uninsured.

We also have experienced bilingual nurses and a licensed team of pharmacists. Our volunteers help assist the physicians and nurses, and perform administrative tasks, They are an enthusiastic group and come from all walks of life.

Also, we've long supported local students who aspire to enter the medical field. Gratifyingly, many of these volunteers, after gaining first-hand experience at Pan Asian, have continued their journey and attended med school.

Dr. Yaoyao Zhu

Medical Director

Dr. Qiufang Cheng

Associate Medical Director

Mo-Ping Chow

Founding Physician

Providers (for Insured Patients)

Yaoyao
Zhu

M.D., Ph.D.

Primary Care

Languages

English, Mandarin

Education

Peking University Health Science Center - MD (1982)
Peking University Health Science Center - Ophthalmology Residency (1985)
Neuroscience, Baylor College of Medicine - Ph.D. (1991)
University of Michigan - Postdoctoral Fellow in Molecular Biology/Gene Therapy (1993)
Greater Baltimore Medical Center - Internal Medicine Residency (1998)

Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Initial Certification: 1998; Recertification: 2021)

Publications

Ruben, C.M., and Zhu, Y-Y. Occlusion of the cornea with contact lens and anterior chamber lactate levels. Acta Ophthalmologica. 65:287-292, 1987.
Hayward, L.J., Zhu, Y-Y., and Schwartz, R., J. Cellular localization of muscle and nonmuscle actin mRNAs in chicken primary myogenic cultures: the induction of alpha-skeletal actin mRNA is regulated independently of alpha-cardiac actin gene expression. J Cell Biol. 106:2077-2086, 1988.
Zhu, Y-Y., Schwartz, R.J., and Crow, M.T. Phorbol esters selectively down- regulated contractile protein gene expression in terminally differentiated myotubes through transcriptional repression and message destabilization. J Cell Biol. 115:745-754, 1991.
Fang J., Zhu, Y-Y., Smiley, E., Bonadio, J., Rouleau, J., Goldstein, S.A., McCauley, L.K., Davidson, B.L., and Roessler, B. Stimulation of new bone formation by direct transfer of osteogenic plasmid genes. Proc. Natl. Acad. Sci. USA. 93:5753-5758, 1996.

Qiufang
Cheng

M.D., Ph.D.

Internal Medicine

Languages

English, Mandarin, Cantonese

Mo-Ping
Chow

M.D.

Internal Medicine

Languages

English, Mandarin, Cantonese

Dr. Mo-Ping Chow, MD is an experienced General Internist in Gaithersburg, MD. Having over 40 years of experience in the medical field, he completed his education at the National Defense Medical Center in Taiwan in 1975. Dr. Chow was affiliated with the Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center where he delivered quality care to patients. He now serves as a volunteer physician, continuing to provide medical care to people in need.

Xiaoping
Shao

M.D.

Psychiatry

Languages

English, Mandarin

Education

Shanghai Second Medical University (1983)
Louisiana State University - MS in Microbiology and Molecular Biology (1992)
Boston VA Healthcare System (Brockton-West Roxbury)/Harvard Medical School - Residency, Psychiatry (2001-2005)

Experiences

National Institute of Health - Postdoctoral Fellow
Veterans’ Affairs Medical Center in Washington D.C. - Psychiatrist
George Washington University, School of Medicine - Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor

Certifications

American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - Certified in Psychiatry
MD State Medical License

Dr. Xiaoping Shao is a highly experienced licensed and board-certified psychiatrist specializing in treating psychiatric disorders in adolescents and adults. Her areas of expertise include depression, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, ADHD, and adjustment disorders. She is dedicated to helping her patients achieve comprehensive wellness.

She taught medical Microbiology and Immunology to students at her Alma Mater before coming to the US to pursue a graduate degree in Microbiology and Molecular Biology. Driven by her passion for promoting mental health awareness and combating the stigma associated with mental illness, Dr. Shao collaborated with a dedicated group of physicians and staff at CCACC, initiating the Mental Health 360 Program in 2015. She has been a leading figure in the program.

Over the years, Mental Health 360 has united local physicians and educators to provide comprehensive education and support to the Asian American community. They collaborated with experts and academics from around the nation to educate the public and emphasize the intersection of culture and mental health. Through various initiatives, the program has empowered the Asian American community with knowledge on emotional well-being and fostered a greater understanding and awareness of mental health.

Jihyun
Do

CRNP

Adult-Gerontology Primary Care

Languages

English, Korean

Jihyun Do, CRNP, is a dedicated healthcare professional specializing in family medicine. With a strong background in adult and geriatric care, Jihyun brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her practice. She started her career working as a registered nurse at a post-acute rehab and community clinic. Jihyun is dedicated to providing culturally inclusive care and has undergone cultural competency training, enabling her to understand and respect the diverse backgrounds and beliefs of her patients.

Henriette
Kamgang-Noubissi

FNP

Family Nurse Practitioner

Languages

English, French

Gexin Wang

CRNP, FNP-C

Family Nurse Practitioner

Languages

English, Mandarin

Katherine Lee is a certified Family Nurse Practitioner who completed her training at University of Maryland and George Washington University. She believes that everyone deserves a fair and just opportunity to be as healthy as possible. She commits to provide affordable, accessible, continuous, and high-quality primary care to promote good health for all, especially socially disadvantaged groups. She has a special interest in preventative care and chronic disease management and enjoys working with patients of all ages. In her free time, she enjoys reading, hiking, photographing, and cooking.

Cixin
Wang

Ph.D.

Psychology

Languages

English, Mandarin

Education

Peking University - Psychology and Statistics (2004)
University of Nebraska-Lincoln - Educational Psychology with a specialization in School Psychology and Statistics (2011)
Kennedy Krieger Institute/John Hopkins University - Post-Doctoral Residency (2013)

Certifications

Licensed Psychologist
Nationally Certified School Psychologist
Certified Youth Mental Health First Aid Instructor

Dr. Cixin Wang, PhD, is a psychologist in Gaithersburg, MD. She serves as an associate professor at the University of Maryland, College Park’s School of Psychology in the College of Education (Department of Counseling, Higher Education, and Special Education). Her research focuses on preventing bullying and promoting mental health in children and adolescents.

With over 50 SCI journal articles, Dr. Wang brings a wealth of knowledge to her work. She has hands-on experience conducting individual and family therapies for children and adolescents with conditions such as ADHD, depression, anxiety, and behavioral difficulties. Her approach combines client-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and solution-focused techniques, designed to suit the needs of the Asian American population. She is deeply committed to serving the Asian American community and has dedicated over 100 hours to conducting workshops. In 2017, she was honored with the Early Career Award by the Asian American Psychological Association in recognition of her outstanding contributions.

Cheryl
Fong

OTR/L, CLT

Occupational Therapy

Languages

English, Mandarin, Cantonese, German

Kate
Lu

LCSW-C

Mental Health

Languages

English, Mandarin, Cantonese

Huixing (Kate) Lu serves as the Director of CCACC Health Center. Since 2011, she has been the director of the CCACC Pan Asian Volunteer Health Clinic. Under her guidance, the clinic evolved from a charitable medical service provider into a comprehensive community clinic that takes a psycho-social medical approach and ensures individual needs are met through a range of services.

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Maryland (LCSW-C) and Washington D.C. (LISWC), enabling her to deliver clinical services to clients and families dealing with mood disorders such as depression, anxiety, and stress resulting from life changes. Her expertise extends to providing specialized support to families with children who have special needs, such as autism.

Beyond clinical work, Kate actively shares her insights by speaking at seminars and workshops. Her presentations cover a wide range of topics, from end-of-life care to caregiver support, aiming to enhance awareness and understanding of unique mental health challenges faced by a diverse population. Her exceptional leadership and dedication has contributed to the improvement of mental health services in the community.

Shobha
Solomon

DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP

Family Nurse Practitioner

Languages

English, Hindi

Education

University of Cincinnati - Post-Doctorate (Psychiatric Nurse-Practitioner Program)
Chatham University - Doctor of Nursing Practice
University of Maryland, Baltimore - MS, FNP
Osmania University - B.S. Nursing

Experience

Care Now Clinic
Shady Grove Medical Center
Cenexel Research Center
Minute Clinic

Publications

Scholarly Paper: Nurse Practitioner versus Physician Client Satisfaction
Journal: The American Journal for Nurse Practitioners

Shobha Solomon is a highly accomplished healthcare professional with a Doctor of Nursing Practice from Chatham University and a Post-Doctorate from the University of Cincinnati. She is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She has an extensive nursing background, having served as a Staff Nurse in Saudi Arabia and a Nursing Tutor at the Indian Red Cross before becoming a Registered Nurse in Maryland.

Shoba has been recognized for her contributions to healthcare, receiving a Certificate of Excellence for the DMAIC project "Infection Control 48-hour Antimicrobial Alert" in 2017 and a Certificate of Achievement at the Washington Adventist Hospital's Nursing Professional Advancement Program. Committed to community service, she teaches a master guide class at the Southern Asian Adventist Church in Silver Spring, MD.

Volunteer Physicians

Dr. Yaoyao Zhu

朱躍躍

Medical Director

Dr. Moping Chow

周武屏

Founding Physician

Dr. Ling Yang

楊凌

Volunteer Physician

Dr. Jay He

何傑

Volunteer Physician (Endocrinologist)

Dr. Xiaoping Shao

邵曉平

Volunteer Physician (Psychiatrist)

Dr. Weiming Ryan Yan

嚴偉明

MD (Gastroenterologist)

Dr. Qiufang Cheng

程秋芳

Associate Medical Director

Dr. Hon-Yuen Wong

黃浩源

Volunteer Physician

Dr. Lei Xu

徐磊

Volunteer Physician (Neurologist)

Dr. Joan Luo

羅迅妍

Volunteer Physician (Pain Management)

Dr. Yang Veronica Pei

裴洋

MD, MEd, MPH (Emergency Medicine)

Dr. Ling Chin

金玲

MD (Preventive Medicine)

Volunteer Physicians

Support Staff

Meet the nurses, pharmacists, and consulting physicians who help our resident doctors diagnose patients, provide outpatient services, dispense pharmaceuticals, and coordinate exams and treatments with other hospitals and clinics:

Pharmacists

Hsing-Chih Su, Pharm.D (蘇幸枝)

Kun Shen, Pharm.D (沈坤)

Mandy Kwong, Pharm.D

Tran Trang, Pharm.D

Samuel Wu, Pharm.D

Alice Wang, Pharm.D

Support Staff

Admin Staff

Meet the managers and hardworking volunteers who keep Pan Asian going behind the scenes:

Administration Team

Kate Lu (陸惠興), Clinic Director

Suk Ching Au Yeung (歐陽淑貞), Clinic Manager (Acting)

Yanjing Zhang(張燕京), Nurse Manager

Jairo Soto, MA

Huiming Liu (劉慧敏), Clinic Coordinator

Heidi Huang (黃施瑜), Clinic Coordinator

Nataly Chuchon, Clinic Coordinator

Yuhsin Chou (周雨欣), Assistant to Clinic Director

Volunteer Staff

Chu Wang (王楚)

Elizabeth Lee, PharmD

Susan Chen, RN

Simon Liu (劉希萌)

Bliss Zheng (鄭天樂)

Evan Lau

Jason Yu

Jessie Lin

Xiaoming Li

Jason Lu

Isabella Jeng

Ethan Yee

Nicole Nguyen

Angela Cui

Sumaiya Johnson

Jason Lu

Alyssa Wang

Andy Wang

Jonathan Liu

Sovi Wellons

Catherine Chong

Tonya Lee

Admin Staff

See Our Volunteers

Meet Our Team

Dr. Yaoyao Zhu

Dr. Qiufang Cheng

Mo-Ping Chow

Providers (for Insured Patients)

Yaoyao Zhu

Qiufang Cheng

Mo-Ping Chow

Xiaoping Shao

Jihyun Do

Henriette Kamgang-Noubissi

Gexin Wang

Cixin Wang

Cheryl Fong

Kate Lu

Shobha Solomon

Volunteer Physicians

Dr. Yaoyao Zhu

朱躍躍

Dr. Moping Chow

周武屏

Dr. Ling Yang

楊凌

Dr. Jay He

​何傑

Dr. Xiaoping Shao

​邵曉平

Dr. Weiming Ryan Yan

嚴偉明

Dr. Qiufang Cheng

程秋芳

Dr. Hon-Yuen Wong

黃浩源

Dr. Lei Xu

徐磊

Dr. Joan Luo

​羅迅妍

Dr. Yang Veronica Pei

裴洋

Dr. Ling Chin

金玲

Support Staff

Admin Staff

Get In Touch

Yaoyao
Zhu

Qiufang
Cheng

Mo-Ping
Chow

Xiaoping
Shao

Jihyun
Do

Henriette
Kamgang-Noubissi

Cixin
Wang

Cheryl
Fong

Kate
Lu

Shobha
Solomon

何傑

邵曉平

羅迅妍