2018 Physicians & Specialists Guide by Northern Connection Magazine

2018

Physicians & Specialists Guide

Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live – Jim Rohn Everyone wants good health. If you exercise, eat right, get plenty of sleep and reduce stress, you still are lacking an essential element for achieving and maintaining good health and that is medical expertise. Your doctor has a huge impact on your health; they partner with you and your efforts to promote well-being. As such, you want to be sure you have the best physicians working with and for you. Northern Connection is pleased to present our Physicians & Specialists Guide that is filled with the area’s finest medical professionals.

Genesis Medical Associates In today’s health care environment, patients desire to have more input into their health care decisions. This trend of active patient engagement has been one which the doctors and staff of Genesis Medical Associates have long embraced. Genesis is strongly committed to supporting their patients so that they are motivated participants in their health and well-being.

enesis has been recognized by the National Committee on Quality Assurance since 2014 as a patient-centered medical home or PCMH. The PCMH is an innovation in health care delivery designed to improve patient experience, improve patient and population health, and reduce the cost of care. This “seal of approval” demonstrates the achievement of the PCMH attributes and ensures patient confidence in the practice and its clinicians. Patient centered care requires engagement with the patient and family to ensure that care coordination benefits are understood. Patient engagement is an ideal healthcare situation in which people are wellinformed about — and motivated to be involved — in their own medical care. That way, they develop trust and work towards better management of their chronic conditions. Such diagnoses as diabetes, hypertension, obesity and chronic pulmonary obstructive disease are treated as a team approach, with the patient as an active member. This approach is different from

the traditional paternalistic model of medicine in which the patient has little say in healthcare decisions and simply listens to and does what their doctor recommends. Research has shown that patient engagement initiatives and discussion of treatment barriers have resulted in reduced hospital visits, treatment as well as improved quality of life for

patients living with chronic diseases. Other benefits include: improved patient health outcomes, improved patient satisfaction and improved patient experiences. Not surprisingly, patient centered care is a core principle at Genesis. Our providers put the patient at the center of all quality improvement practices and deliver the care that meets their preferences and is sensitive to their values. As such, we

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recognize that strong patient-provider communication will drive patient education, another important piece of the patient-centered care puzzle. Our clinicians educate patients and their families about their conditions, symptoms, care management plans, and the importance of preventive care. Genesis Medical Associates established in 1995 is the largest, independent, primary care practice in the Pittsburgh northern suburbs. As a physician-owned independent practice, Genesis Medical Associates accepts all major insurance plans, including Highmark and the UPMC Health Plan, and is committed to providing the highest quality patient care even as the Pittsburgh health care insurance industry continues to transform. All Genesis staff and providers work to improve the patient experience of care, reduce the cost of care delivery, and improve the health of its patients. Known as the “Triple Aim,” this framework serves as a guidepost for our vision of pursuing value-based initiatives and population health management success. 4 4 4

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Genesis Medical Physicians Jeffrey Bentz, DC is a national board certified chiropractor with an additional license in adjunctive procedures. In the past eleven years he has successfully treated patients with complex musculoskeletal conditions where multi-doctoral co-management is the standard of patient care. He has spent time in the operating room with neurosurgeons furthering his education of corrective treatment for complex spinal conditions. Dr. Bentz offers three chiropractic techniques with focus on spinal disc herniation and rehabilitation of muscular imbalances. He has been published in Dynamic Chiropractic Journal and Chiropractic Economics. Dr. Bentz is married to his beautiful wife, Janeen, and has two children, Ellie and Austin.

Eric S. Griffin, DO was educated at the Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at UPMC St. Margaret’s Hospital. He is board certified in family medicine and has been a member of Genesis Medical Associates for four years. Dr. Griffin, is married to Adrienne and has two children. When not working, he spends time with his family, hiking, swimming, and gardening. Occasionally he enjoys going to the theater, a museum or a sporting event in Pittsburgh. Dr. Griffin realized a knack for helping others when volunteering at a same day surgery recovery center while in high school. His experiences and time with patients at this center started him down the path to his medical career.

Matthew G. Cook, DC is a Pittsburgh native and a graduate of North Hills High School, Duquesne University and Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. He enjoys spending time with his wife, Corissa, and his two boys, Dominick and Nicholas. In addition to treating patients in his office he is active in hunting, fishing and playing soccer. Dr. Cook has been a practicing chiropractor and a part of Genesis Medical Associates since 2007 and treats athletes and families of all ages. His services in his office include chiropractic manipulations, rehabilitation, extremity adjustments, medical massage therapy, decompression therapies and physiotherapies. He is proud to be serving the community and city he was born and raised in and strives for excellence through superior patient treatment, education and working collaboratively with medical, neuro and orthopedic physicians. He believes that a multi-disciplinary team approach assures the highest quality of care and outcomes for patients.

Daniel K. Grob, MD was educated at the University of Pittsburgh and completed his residency at UPMC St. Margaret’s Hospital. He has been a member of Genesis Medical Associates for 19 years. He serves as Medical Director at Concordia at Rebecca Residence in Allison Park. He is Board Certified in Family Medicine and a Certified Medical Director in Long Term Care. Dr. Grob is married to Carla and they have three children and they keep him busy but he does find time to hunt and fish, often with one or other of his children joining in the fun. He sought opportunities in high school and college to learn more about medicine and at each step his passion for medicine was confirmed and grew. It was the director at St. Margaret’s Family Practice residency, Dr. J. Ferrante, which showed him the rewards of a long term relationship caring for entire families across generations.

Ashim K. Dayalan, MD Dr. Dayalan attended Bangalore University Medical College as well as St. Joseph’s College and graduated in 1988. He completed a residency in Internal Medicine and is currently a member of the American Board of Internal Medicine, the Pennsylvania Medical Society, and the Allegheny County Medical Society. Dr. Dayalan is also certified by the American Academy of Addiction Society to treat patients in the throes of the opiate epidemic and drug addiction. Dr. Dayalan currently serves as a preceptor for both the Duquesne University School of Pharmacy and the Duquesne University School of Nursing, Graduate Program. He has also attained recognition in diabetic care and office systems under the “Bridges to Excellence” program. Services provided within his practice include primary care, wellness, chronic disease management, behavioral health, addiction treatment, osteoporosis management and joint injections. Dr. Dayalan is the proud father of his son Raj, and in his free time enjoys playing squash, cooking, and sports cars. Barbara Fardo, DO is a doctor of osteopathic medicine who specializes in Family Medicine at Genesis Medical Associates in Cranberry Township, PA. Dr. Fardo is board certified by the American Academy of Family Medicine. Selected the Community Choice Award Winner – Best Physician Cranberry Eagle for 2013, 2014 and 2015.

Dr. Jack Heck was born and raised in Pittsburgh. He attended St. George University, graduating in 1981. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at McKeesport Hospital. Dr. Heck is board certified in Internal Medicine and currently a member of the American Board of Internal Medicine, The Pennsylvania Medical Society and the Allegheny County Medical Society. He also is a senior Aviation Medical Examiner with the FAA. Dr. Heck has been with Genesis Medical Associates in Troy Hill for ten years. He is a retired colonel of the United States Air Force and is a physician who provides the highest quality of care, not only physically, but emotionally, while meeting the needs of his patients. Kurt Heil, MD is a Pittsburgh native. He attended high school at North Allegheny where he was part of the Western Pennsylvania championship wrestling team. Outside of school, he was an Eagle Scout and active leader in the Boy Scouts of America. This helped forge his love of the outdoors. He attended the University of Notre Dame, went on to Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia and completed medical training at the Fairfax Family Practice residency program of Northern Virginia. He is proud to be part of Northern Area Family Medicine, a division of Genesis Medical Associates for 18 years. He enjoys practicing family medicine due the great joy it brings him to care for multiple generations, seeing them through good times and bad. Medicine has gone through many tremendous changes lately, but the shift has favored primary care, allowing him to focus on preventive medicine and promote quality healthcare. Dr. Heil is on staff

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at UPMC Passavant and Allegheny General Hospitals, and Kane-Ross Regional Nursing Home. Finally, he is dedicated to his family, raising three talented ice hockey players. Louis Heyl, MD joined his father Dr. Frank Heyl in family practice in 1982. Dr. Heyl is President of Family Medicine at UPMC Passavant and President of Genesis Medical Associates, Inc. In addition to Heyl Family Practice, he is also a member of the Allegheny County Medical Society, the American Medical Association, and the Pennsylvania Medical Society. In his free time, Dr. Heyl enjoys spending time with his wife, Mary, and their two sons. He also enjoys traveling and fly fishing. Scott Heyl MD is a third-generation Family Practice Physician who joined Heyl Family Practice of Genesis Medical Associates, Inc. in July 2016. Dr. Scott Heyl completed his Family Practice Residency at the UPMC St. Margaret Hospital where he was Chief Resident. As a Boardcertified Family Practice Physician, he combines his passion for quality patient care with his focus on furthering effective patient care management. Dr. Scott Heyl is married to Dr. Rachelle Atrasz. Alka Kaushik, MD Dr. Kaushik has been actively practicing medicine since 1979. In 1981 she came to the United States and completed an Internal Medicine residency at Lincoln Hospital, N.Y. She then completed a radiology residency at Bronx-Lebanon Medical Center followed by an Anesthesiology residency at Methodist Hospital in N.Y. Upon relocating to Pittsburgh, she decided to specialize in Pain Management, completing a fellowship at Allegheny General Hospital in 1993. Dr. Kaushik provides full service pain management, from medication management up to and including interventional pain procedures. She holds certification from the American Board of Anesthesiology and has been a diplomate recognized by the American Academy of Pain Management. She is also a certified in acupuncture and has been certified in addiction management by the American Board of Addiction Psychiatry. Joseph Kimmell, DO is a Family Medicine physician and is board certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians. Dr. Kimmell has been with Genesis Medical Associates since 2007 and currently serves on its board of directors. Dr. Kimmell was born and raised in the Pittsburgh area. Dr. Kimmell is married and has two children. Osteopathic medicine provides all of the benefits of modern medicine including prescription drugs, surgery, and the use of technology to diagnose disease and evaluate injury. It also offers the added benefit of hands-on diagnosis and treatment. Osteopathic medicine emphasizes helping each person achieve a high level of wellness by focusing on health promotion and disease prevention. DOs are trained to look at the whole person from their first days of medical school, which means they see each person as more than just a collection of organ systems and body parts that may become injured or diseased. This holistic approach to patient care means that osteopathic doctors integrate the patient into the health care process as a partner.

Christopher G. Koman MD, CMD, FAAFP Is a family physician and has been a member of Genesis Medical Associates since 1998. Dr. Koman received his his Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He completed residency in family medicine at UPMC-Shadyside and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. He is a certified medical director in long term care by the American Medical Directors Association. Dr. Koman is also a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Medicine. Dr. Koman has held academic appointments with the University of Pittsburgh school of Medicine and Duquesne University School of Nursing. He is medical director of Vincentian Home and Vincentian Personal Care, and holds clinical privileges at AHN-Allegheny General Hospital and UPMC-Passavant. Dr. Koman has professional interests in family medicine, geriatrics and healthcare quality. His practice is recognized as a Level III Patient-Centered Medical Home by the National Committee for Quality Assurance. Dr. Koman is married with four children and is active in his parish and the community. Matthew Macken, M.D. joined the Heyl Family Practice and Genesis Medical Associates, Inc. in July 2017 after completing his Family Residency at the UPMC St. Margaret Hospital. He is a member of the Allegheny County Medical Society, the Western Pennsylvania Geriatric Society, the American Society of Family Physicians and the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Macken and wife reside with their family in Wexford. Sunjay Mannan, MD grew up in Huntington, West Virginia. He was selected for the Governors Honors Academy for Cabell County and participated in activities outside of school including Basketball, Tennis, Tae Kwon Do, and the Boy Scouts attaining the rank of Eagle. Dr. Mannan attended West Virginia University and received his B.S. in Exercise Physiology. Exercise and Nutrition became a core value in his approach to physical and mental health. He was selected to be on the multidisciplinary Health Science’s Advisory Board which addressed the needs to the student’s at the Health Sciences Campus of WVU. Staying at WVU for his medical degree, he found himself drawn to his clinical rotations within Family Practice. The continuity of care and family relationships fostered within Family Practice Medicine were highly attractive to him as a physician given his desire to provide comprehensive health care for patients of all ages. Sunjay completed his Residency at Forbes Family Medicine with Allegheny Health Network. Since then he has worked with Medexpress Urgent Care and West Virginia University as an Associate Professor with the Department of Emergency. Outside of medicine, Sunjay maintains his Exercise Physiology roots through the gym, running, and swimming. Along with his wife, Sunjay enjoys boating and skiing in Upstate New York and spending time with their 2 dogs. Robert H. Potter, Jr. MD, has been taking care of patients and families for over 30 years. He joined his father’s medical practice after completing his training at the UPMC St. Margaret’s Family Medicine residency program. Dr. Potter graduated from Allegheny College and the University of Pittsburgh Medical School. Dr. Potter, a founding physician of Genesis Medical, is also trained in geriatric medicine, certified as a medical director in long term care, and serves as medical director for the

Healthcare at Home Hospice and the Kane Nursing Facility. Dr. Potter provides consulting services for the Pirates and is the school physician for North Allegheny and North Hills school districts. Dr. Potter was awarded the prestigious 2015 Allegheny County Medical Society Nathaniel Bedford Primary Care Award. Tamara Wettermann Price, MD, Dr. Price attended Amherst College and received her M.D. from the University of Miami School of Medicine. She completed her residency in internal medicine at Allegheny General Hospital and has participated in a Medical Ethics fellowship at UPMC. She is a member of the Allegheny County Medical Society and the Pennsylvania Medical Society. Dr. Price is also certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Price has been employed by several Pittsburgh area health systems and most recently owned and operated an independent practice in Moon Township over the past fifteen years. She has a strong background in patient education, wellness, and preventative medicine. She has also participated in the education of Nurse Practitioner students through several area colleges and universities. Among her many interests Dr. Price enjoys the outdoors, is an avid hiker and skier. Tad D. Scheri, MD was educated at the University of Pittsburgh and completed his Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry at the University of Virginia. He completed his residency at UPMC St. Margaret’s Hospital. He has been a member of Genesis Medical Associates for 15 years. He serves as medical director at UPMC Cranberry Place and is a Certified Medical Director in Long Term Care. He achieved the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America. Dr. Scheri is married to Dedee and they have two children. He enjoys hiking, camping, traveling and cooking. Dr. Karen L. Schogel, MD, FACP is a Board-certified doctor of Internal Medicine. She is the past Medical Director of Health Informatics 2008-2016 for Genesis Medical Associates. She currently represents the Medical staff at UPMC Passavant Hospital as the President Elect of the Medical Executive Committee as well as Medical Director of E-Record. She is serving on the Medical Advisory Board of Choices Pregnancy Care Center in Coraopolis, PA. Dr. Schogel has been elected to Fellowship in the American College of Physicians. Donald Shoenthal, MD joined Dr. Louis Heyl to practice Family Medicine in 1991. Dr. Shoenthal is secretary of Genesis Medical Associates, Inc. He is Board-certified through the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Shoenthal is also a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Medical Association, the Pennsylvania Medical Society, and the Allegheny County Medical Society. Dr. Shoenthal and his wife, Mary Ann, have a daughter and they enjoy spending time together traveling and skiing. Warren Smith, MD was born in Johnstown and completed his undergraduate degree in Health Records Administration as a member of the first class of students in this major at the University of Pittsburgh. He subsequently served as Interim Director of Medical Records at Mercy Hospital and then Director of Medical Records at Eye & Ear Hospital of Pittsburgh before deciding to return to the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine where he obtained his MD degree.

He completed a residency in Family Practice at St. Margaret Memorial Hospital in Pittsburgh and then served a US Public Health Service obligation at the Sto-Rox Family Health Center in McKees Rocks before joining Northern Area Family Medicine in 1989. The proud father of two children, Dr. Smith resides in Wexford and is the third of six children. He is one of the remaining founding partners of Genesis Medical Associates which serves much of the North Hills of Pittsburgh. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and a member of the Pennsylvania Medical Society and the Allegheny County Medical Society. He received an award for working with the US Public Health Service for greater than 15 years serving the medically underserved. Nicole Waltrip, MD was educated at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in Baltimore, MD after graduating as valedictorian at Kalamazoo College in Michigan. She then completed her residency at Magee-Womens Hospital in obstetrics and gynecology. Dr. Waltrip is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and has been practicing gynecology in the Pittsburgh region for the last 18 years. She has a true passion for providing quality patient care and actively involving patients in decision making. Dr. Waltrip is married to Robert Waltrip, MD who practices orthopedic surgery and they have three children in the Pine-Richland school district. In her spare time she enjoys cycling, water skiing, and activities with her family and church. Mark A. Woodburn, MD, His desire to enter medicine was solidified when his mother passed away of breast cancer at the young age of 43, when he was only nine years old. Born and raised in Pittsburgh, he graduated from North Allegheny High School. The first one to go to college in his family, he received a full scholarship to attend Denison University in Ohio, then went on to attend Drexel University College of Medicine. He returned to Pittsburgh and completed residency in family medicine at UPMC St. Margaret’s Hospital. Board certified in family medicine, he enjoys all the many facets of medicine, including caring for patients of all ages, sports medicine and injections, and has a special interest in dermatology. He currently lives at home in Wexford with his amazing wife Kiley (whom he feels has a harder job than him as a stay-at-home mom), and his three daughters Isabella (6), Evelyn (4) and Greta (5 months). Mark currently serves as medical director at Manor Care North Hills. He carries his motto “treat every patient in front of you as how you would want your own family treated” wherever he goes. William Zillweger, MD, Dr. Zillweger is a physician who specializes in Internal Medicine as a member in Genesis Medical Associates in Pittsburgh, PA. He is board certified by the NBPAS as a Diplomate in Internal Medicine (National Board of Physicians and Surgeons), and Fellow of the American College of Physicians. His clinical focus incudes comprehensive primary care, ambulatory care, gerontology, hypertensive diseases and addictionrecovery medicine. He serves as Medical Director of Celtic Hospice/AHN HealthCare@Home and the Genesis Medical Laboratory. Dr. Z and his staff are dedicated to providing quality, personalized healthcare for adolescents to the elderly. Communication, understanding, confidence and trust are the basis of his professional relationships.

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2018 Physicians & Specialists Guide Bridget M. Chufo, Ph.D., RN Dr. Chufo’s Weight Loss and Wellness Center http://www.drchufosweightlossandwellness.com/ Specializing in Weight Loss and Obesity for the past 36 years throughout the Eastern U.S. (in Pittsburgh since 1995) Post Grad, Duke University, Doctoral in Research of Obesity and Weight Loss, New York University, Masters in Family Health Nursing, Duquesne University, Bachelor’s in Nursing, Villanova University. UPMC. CCU, ICU, ER, Dr. Chufo has been throughout the country guiding people towards good eating practices that they can maintain for the rest of their lives and makes each program manageable for their lifestyles. She has been on most national TV news shows, offering her opinion and guidance and documenting the newest research. She has been on The O’Reilly Factor debating vegetarianism with children. She has hosted a weekly cable news show weekly on PCNC, has been featured on The Tammy Bruce Show nationally featuring health and weight loss issues. Dr. Chufo also hosted an hour-long talk show on KDKA-radio every Saturday for 18 years with Rob Pratte. She was selected Woman of the Year, 2005. She was a finalist for the 2002 Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year, One of Pennsylvania’s Best 50 Women in Business in 2002 and many more awards. Community involvement include being on the boards of DePaul School for Hearing and Speech, The Hearing Center of Children’s Hospital, and the American Liver Foundation.

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Butler Memorial Hospital

Nationally honored, community inspired Butler Memorial Hospital ranked amongst nation’s top 100 hospitals. For a third year, Butler Health System’s flagship, Butler Memorial Hospital, is recognized as one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals by IBM Watson HealthTM, formerly Truven Health Analytics®. This honor acknowledges Butler Health System’s unwavering commitment to provide the highest quality health care to patients. The award is based on quality of inpatient and extended care, operational efficiency, financial health and customer experience. BHS is proud to be recognized as a model provider and a local leader. In addition, Butler Memorial Hospital was one of only 13 of the 100 Top Hospitals nationwide to also be selected as an Everest Award winner. Being a part of the elite Everest Award list means that leadership, medical staff and employees worked tirelessly to simultaneously set the national benchmark for both balanced excellence in a single year, as well as greatest improvement over five consecutive years. Inspiration to achieve excellence, right here in the community, comes from those we serve. Each team member comes to work every day keeping Butler Health System’s mission at the forefront and works toward a vision to improve the health of the communities served. Unwavering commitment to excellence. “BHS is incredibly honored to receive these prestigious awards. Hospitals do not apply for the 100 Top Hospitals designation. This recognizes the (Continued on page 18)

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year-after-year efforts by our 400 doctors and 2,500 employees to provide and improve upon the very best care to patients,” said Ken DeFurio, BHS President & CEO. “The Watson Health award measures publicly available data across many areas of hospital performance, and to be recognized as a member of this elite group of the 100 Top Hospitals in the nation validates the results that we strive for every day.” Transforming healthcare motivates the drive to move medicine forward, work collaboratively and efficiently and achieve excellence throughout the patient’s journey. Chosen from nearly 2,840 hospitals nationwide, BHS is one of only six hospitals in the state chosen as a 100 Top Hospital and the only provider in the state to receive the Everest award. IBM Watson HealthTM uses public data-driven analytics to evaluate how a hospital performs on cost and quality of healthcare. Learn more We believe in transparency to better help consumers make informed health care decisions. Learn more about our transparency and the work underway at BHS to continuously provide the highest quality care at the greatest value to our patients and families.

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The Children’s Institute When you’re looking for the right person to help address your child’s health, you want an open ear, an open mind and experience. At The Children’s Institute of Pittsburgh, we have all three. We are committed to providing high-quality, effective therapy services for children. We continually advance our treatment methods—by using new techniques and technology, such as the Interactive Metronome and Universal Exercise Unit (UEU)—to produce better therapeutic interventions for children. Therapy services offered in Wexford include: • Physical therapy • Occupational therapy • Speech/language therapy • Nutrition services Each child’s treatment is personalized and family-centered. Because we know that the key to long-term success is family participation and understanding, we focus on the needs of the patients and their caregivers. We incorporate families into our therapy sessions, promoting understanding, a sense of collaboration and confidence. In our experience, this approach is key to our patients reaching their maximum potential and living the most fulfilling lives possible. Treatments address: • Concussions • Chronic pain conditions • Feeding & swallowing difficulties • Orthopedic & sports injuries • Brain injuries • Spinal cord injuries • Developmental delays • Fine & gross motor difficulties • Torticollis and plagiocephaly To learn more or to make an appointment, please contact us at (412) 420.2362 or visit www.amazingkids.org. Our Wexford office is located at 5000 Stonewood Drive, Suite 100, Wexford, PA 15090.

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2018 Physicians & Specialists Guide R. Patrick Francis, AuD Board Certified Audiologist Francis Audiology Associates http://www.francisaudiology.com/ Dr. Francis and his staff take pride in getting to know you in a caring and professional manner. Additionally, we offer you the latest in diagnostics and rehabilitative audiology so that we can provide you the level of care appropriate for your individual needs. In providing the hearing healthcare products that protect and rehabilitate your hearing, we enable you to enjoy better hearing to your fullest potential. Dr. Francis has been serving the Pittsburgh area for over 25 years and is located in Wexford. Please visit us at francisaudiology.com or speak with us at 724-933-3440.

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HealthSouth Shopping for rehabilitation is like comparing apples to oranges If you or a loved one needs rehabilitation after an illness, injury or

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surgery, you have a choice in where to go. Although facilities offer rehabilitation services, the quality and amount of these services can vary. It is important to know that all rehabilitation is not the same. When comparing inpatient rehabilitation facilities (IRFs) like HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospitals of Pittsburgh in Harmarville and Sewickley to skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), research concludes that long-term outcomes for inpatient rehabilitation facility patients are superior—they return home two weeks earlier, have 8 percent lower mortality rate, 5 percent fewer emergency room visits and significantly fewer hospital readmissions per year*. Patients treated in an inpatient setting like HealthSouth Harmarville or Sewickley also receive a mandatory minimum of three hours of physical, occupational and speech therapy level of services a day, five days a week and benefit from 24-hour nurse oversight and availability. Additionally, IRF patients get frequent physician visits and increased nursing hours per patient. HealthSouth Harmarville and HealthSouth Sewickley are also Joint Commission Accredited for several of their therapy programs. Harmarville is accredited for stroke, brain injury, Parkinson’s disease, amputee, diabetes and spinal cord injury while Sewickley is accredited for stroke, brain injury, amputee, hip fracture, Parkinson’s disease and Multiple Sclerosis. This means the rehabilitation programs underwent an extensive, unannounced, on-site evaluation by a team of Joint Commission reviewers and were evaluated against Joint Commission standards. To earn the certifica(Continued on page 22)

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2018 Physicians & Specialists Guide tion, both hospitals successfully demonstrated compliance with national standards and effective use of evidence-based clinical practice guidelines to manage and optimize care for patients. Both HealthSouth hospitals also utilize a variety of technology services to complement traditional therapy. These technologies help improve patient functional independence measures and are a beneficial and complimentary component to the patient’s overall care plan. In many ways, comparing HealthSouth Harmarville and Sewickley to SNF facilities is like comparing apples and oranges. When in need of any kind of rehabilitation care, it’s important to shop around and compare what facilities have to offer. *Dobson|DaVanzo analysis of research identifiable 20% sample of Medicare beneficiaries, 2005-2009

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Terrance R. Krysinski, MD, RVS, RPhS Vein Institute of Pittsburgh http://veininstituteofpittsburgh.com/ A Pittsburgh native and lifelong resident of the North Hills, Terrance R. Krysinski, MD, RVS, RPhS, graduated from North Allegheny High School and attended Washington and Jefferson College where he earned a bachelor’s degree in chemistry and graduated summa cum laude. Dr. Krysinski earned his medical degree from Temple University and undertook his surgical training at Albert Einstein Medical Center. After completing his residency, he began a private surgical practice in Western Pennsylvania. Dr. Krysinski is credentialed as a Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) as well as a Registered Phlebology Sonographer (RPhS). He is an active member and a board-certified Diplomate of the American Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine. Dr. Krysinski is the founding physician of the Vein Institute of Pittsburgh. Here, patients are offered a full spectrum of venous care ranging from small spider veins to bulging varicose veins. Specializing in highly advanced and minimally invasive outpatient procedures to treat venous disease, Dr. Krysinski performs various procedures daily to alleviate patient’s complaints of aching, pain, swelling and restless legs.

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Brad Levinson, M.D. Board Certified Colon and Rectal Surgeon (724) 741-6020 I am a Board-Certified Colon and Rectal surgeon. Although trained in New York City in general surgery and at the Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit in my specialty, I have been practicing only in Pittsburgh and western PA for the last 30 years. Over the years, the experience of contributing to new innovations has and continues to be extremely fulfilling. Some of the procedures I perform can be life-saving, such as a colonoscopy, which is a quick and painless way of preventing colon cancer. Some of the rectal procedures I perform are best done by specialists, like myself, in order to offer patients their best results and full rectal control after surgery. Ultimately, as in all of medicine, my personal interaction with so many patients I have helped is what makes my work a lasting inspiration.

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Lifeline Therapy Lifeline Therapy offers physical therapy services for a wide range of conditions including, but not limited to, low back pain, sciatica, spinal stenosis, pre- and post-surgical conditions, rotator cuff tears, neck pain, arthritis and balance problems. We also offer two specialty programs: Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Cardiac Therapy, and we are one of the largest programs in the country. Physical therapists (PTs) are highly-educated, licensed health care professionals who can help patients reduce pain and improve or restore mobility – in many cases without expensive surgery and often reducing the need for long-term use of prescription medications and their side effects. Lifeline’s pulmonary rehabilitation independence program includes education, coaching, counseling, monitored exercise and dietary support for persons with lung disease. We work with patients to improve their understanding and confidence, which leads to greater independence. By learning to effectively self-manage their disease, our patients experience improved quality of life after completing the program. Additionally, our program is considered one of the largest, most experienced programs in the country (18 years of experience). Lifeline’s cardiac therapy program includes telemetry-monitored aerobic exercise, education, resistance training, stretching and practicing functional tasks. The program helps participants recover after a heart attack, heart surgery, or congestive heart failure. Our patients make remarkable progress in restoring their health and protecting their futures. Many of Lifeline’s therapist have advanced certifications. It is extremely important to have skilled therapists oversee rehabilitation so that patients can be progressed safely and appropriately. With the proper supervision, a patient can achieve a better outcome and faster results without risking further injury. We have multiple therapists who are Board Certified Specialists in areas of Orthopedics, Geriatrics, Cardiopulmonary and Pulmonary Rehabilitation. We prioritize clinical expertise. Our therapists believe in creating memorable patient experiences that improve the quality of life, enabling patients to meet their personal goals. We are committed to developing lifelong relationships with our patients based on innovative, progressive treatments with quality and compassionate care. In addition to our Warrendale location, lifeline has five additional sites throughout the Pittsburgh area. We accept all insurances and we offer free transportation for those who don’t have a way to get to therapy. You don’t need a prescription or referral for physical therapy. For more information on Lifeline Therapy, visit the website at: http:// lifeline-therapy.com or call (724) 933-3280.

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Ohio Valley Hospital World Class Care. Right Next Door. http://ohiovalleyhospital.org/ Ohio Valley Hospital offers services in the North Hills! Our Wound Care Center helps treat chronic wounds. In 2016, The Wound Care Center® had a patient satisfaction rate above 92 percent and a wound-healing rate of more than 93 percent! We also have a Wound Care Center in Kennedy Township, where our hospital is located. We’re a community hospital with a wide variety of services; with us, you’re just around the corner from feeling better. Some of our specialties and programs include: a Pain Treatment Center, an Acute Rehabilitation Unit, the Willow (Continued on page 24)

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2018 Physicians & Specialists Guide Brook Geropsychiatric Unit, outpatient psychiatry, senior independent living and personal care, outpatient laboratory services, a brand-new state-of-theart orthopedic unit and a cutting-edge CT Scanner. We also provide a wide range of services for people suffering from diabetes. OVH is also helping to educate the next generation of medical professionals through our nursing and radiography programs. We have made advances in our surgical unit, offering the option for robotic-assisted surgery during gallbladder and hernia procedures, as well as in gynecology. OVH also has a Cardiac Catheter Lab and Cardiac Rehabilitation Program, a critical care suite, and other top-ofthe-line facilities. To learn more about our hospital and the many services available, visit http://ohiovalleyhospital.org/

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Pediatric Alliance Pediatric Alliance is the largest physician-owned pediatric practice in the Greater Pittsburgh area, and we accept all major insurances. Our board-certified pediatricians offer primary care to children and adolescents in 16 different office locations including two specialty care offices for Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and Pediatric Endocrinology. We are proud to offer personalized, patient-centered care to patients from birth to 21 years of age. We strive to be your child’s medical home, providing convenient access to care and building strong relationships with families to maximize your children’s health. Visit us at www.pediatricalliance.com and www.thepediablog.com, and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/PediatricAlliance for accurate health information and more information about our practice.

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Physical Rehabilitation Services At Physical Rehabilitation Services our philosophy is simple: Helping our patients achieve and maintain optimal musculoskeletal health through personalized physical therapy programs, delivered in a friendly and supportive environment. The practice is privately owned and operated by Bill Butch, MS, PT, ATC, LAT and Mary Butch, PT. Together they oversee a team of physical therapists and support staff committed to the highest levels of care and customer service. Serving local residents for nearly 30 years, the team provides a broad range of physical therapy services designed to improve strength and mobility, reduce pain and promote safe, independent living. Services include treatment for: • post-operative rehabilitation • arthritis and muscular pain • sports-related injuries • auto and work-related injuries • neurological disorders • vestibular rehabilitation • balance and fall prevention programs All of our therapists are direct access certified which means you can receive treatment without a physician referral. PRS is also a preferred provider in the Highmark physical therapy network and was recently named Best Physical Therapy Practice by Expertise. Offices are conveniently located in Ross Township, Franklin Park and Wexford. Evaluations are typically scheduled within 24-48 hours. For more information, please visit www.prsrehab.com.

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Tri-State Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine For more than four decades, Tri-State Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine has provided the region with the most advanced orthopaedic treatment for a variety of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions including fractures, sports-related and occupational injuries and general ortho care. Their dynamic mix of orthopaedic specialists enables them to meet all of your musculoskeletal needs under one roof with a comprehensive and coordinated approach to your orthopaedic health. In addition to the full range of surgical expertise, Tri-State offers physical, occupational and hand therapy, bracing, injections and platelet-rich plasma therapy (PRP) to accelerate the healing of certain injuries. Tri-State Orthopaedics is an independent, private practice and accepts all major insurances, including both Highmark and UPMC Health Plan, and will coordinate “in-network” care based on your insurance type. They care for athletes from a wide-range of sports and athletic programs and proudly serve as team physicians at North Allegheny High School and are the sports medicine providers for Seneca Valley School District. Tri-State has four convenient office locations in the North Hills, Seven Fields, Robinson Twp. and Fox Chapel and also provides accessible afterhours, walk-in care at their Ortho Urgent Care centers in their North Hills and Seven Fields offices. www.tristateortho.com.

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Shawn Richey, DC Specialist in Peripheral Neuropathy Neuropathy Treatment Centers of PGH Chiropractic Family Health Center www.MaryDancedIn.com www.backnline.com Born and raised in Pittsburgh, Dr. Shawn Richey, graduated from North Hills High School and earned his first bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree from the University of Pittsburgh. In 2003, he graduated from Logan College of Chiropractic with a Doctorate of Chiropractic degree and a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology. Dr. Richey has seen over three thousand patients suffering with peripheral neuropathy since 2013. Through Neuropathy Treatment Centers of PGH, Dr. Richey provides a specialized treatment protocol utilizing brand new technologies that are able to address the pain associated with peripheral neuropathy. This successful, non-invasive, drug-free approach is designed to heal rather than just deal with the symptoms. His supervised, monitored and in office program is tailored to each patient to provide maximum results. Over the years, Dr. Richeyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s program has had a 90 percent satisfaction rate. He has expanded his practice to include both Westmoreland and Allegheny Counties.

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