Professional Drive Team
John Dermody, MD
Dr. Dermody received a Bachelor of Science with honors from Cornell University in the study of genetics, graduated from University of Texas Medical School, San Antonio, and completed a family medicine residency at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Dermody practices comprehensive family medicine, caring for patients of all ages and in a variety of settings. This includes his private office, Queen of the Valley Medical Center, skilled nursing facilities, and occasionally in a home setting. He works with a bilingual staff and accommodates same day appointments.
Dr. Dermody is a deacon in the Santa Rosa Diocese and enjoys spending time with his wife, two sons and their spouses, and grandchildren. He is an avid gardener, skier and guitarist.
Patrick Dermody, MD
Dr. Patrick Dermody, or often affectionately referred to as "Dr. Patrick" was raised in Napa, attending local elementary, middle, and high School in Napa. Before departing for southern pastures, he also spent considerable time working at the QVMC as a lift technician, and occasionally causing mischief for his parents at their local office.
Dr. Patrick Dermody went on to receive a Bachelor of Arts, and a Bachelor of Business Administration from Loyola Marymount University, obtained a post-baccalaureate in sciences from the University of Southern California, received his medical doctorate from University of California, San Diego Medical School, and most recently, completed a family medicine residency at Ventura County Medical Center. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
Dr. Patrick Dermody practices comprehensive family medicine, caring for patients of all ages and in a variety of settings. This includes outpatient primary and acute care at his private office, inpatient hospitalist work at the Queen of the Valley Medical Center, and occasionally palliative care in a home setting. He works with a bilingual staff and accommodates same day appointments.
Kenneth Ross, MD
Kenneth Ross, M.D., a Board-Certified Family Medicine Physician, joined Napa Valley Medical Group in 2023. Originally from Michigan (Go Green!), Dr. Ross fled the cold to complete his residency training at UAMS. Previously, he spent time as a professor in academia training resident doctors. He was also a primary care lead partner in a Los Angeles-based medical group before finding his way to Northern California.
Dr. Ross enjoys building relationships with his patients, getting to know them beyond the numbers. He cares for patients of all ages both in office and hospital settings.
Ali Goodarzi, MD
Jennifer Ross, MD, PhD
Jennifer Ross, MD, PhD is double-board certified in general practice medicine and anesthesiology. Dr. Ross earned her medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, where she also earned a PhD in Neurobiology. She then completed her residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. Additionally, she obtained fellowship training in solid-organ transplant anesthesiology. Driven by an interest in community health, Dr. Ross believes in partnering closely with patients to create realistic, long-term wellness plans. She speaks both English and German. She and her husband, Ken, have three children: Ruby, Ellie and Lou
Ali Goodarzi, MD is a board-certified family medicine physician who values collaborative, thoughtful care and truly listening to his patients. He believes the best outcomes come from partnership, making sure patients feel heard, informed, and confident in their care plans.
Dr. Goodarzi completed his residency at the Walter and Irene Baran Family Medicine Residency at Jefferson, where he trained across the full spectrum of family medicine. He earned his medical degree in Lublin, Poland, and brings a broad, evidence-based approach to caring for patients of all ages.
His clinical interests include sports medicine, pediatrics, migraine management, and chronic disease management. Dr. Goodarzi enjoys staying current with emerging treatments and new medications, and he welcomes open dialogue, often learning alongside his patients when exploring the best options together.
Born in Tehran, Dr. Goodarzi has lived on the East Coast, spent time in Los Angeles, and most recently completed his residency training in Pennsylvania before relocating to California. Outside of medicine, he enjoys soccer, traveling to sporting events, and exploring the local food and wine scene. He values time with family and is excited to build long-term relationships with patients in his new community.
Ann Bonner, FNP
Ann is a Family Nurse Practitioner at Napa Valley Medical Group. She began her career as a registered nurse, and has been practicing as a nurse practitioner for seven years. Her experience allows her to provide compassionate, patient-centered care while working collaboratively with physicians and the clinical team to ensure coordinated, high-quality treatment for all patients.
Ann's clinical approach emphasizes patient safety, preventive care, and clear communication. She is dedicated to building trusting relationships with her patients and supporting them through every stage of their healthcare journey. She believes that collaboration between patients and their care team is essential to achieving the best possible outcomes. Ann’s goal is that all patients feel informed, empowered, and confident in their healthcare decisions.
Outside of work, Ann enjoys arts and crafts as a creative outlet. She also appreciates exploring local wineries and experiencing all that Napa Valley has to offer.
Sukhmandeep Kaur, PA-C
Sukhmandeep Kaur is a Physician Assistant at Napa Family Medical Group, where she is dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care in family medicine. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan–Dearborn and earned her master’s degree through the Physician Assistant Program at Western Michigan University.
Sukhmandeep values building meaningful connections with patients and helping them feel comfortable and supported throughout their healthcare journey. She believes in creating a welcoming environment where patients feel heard and cared for.
Outside of work, Sukhmandeep enjoys cooking, traveling, and exploring new foods and cuisines. She loves discovering new experiences and learning about different cultures through food and travel.