NOYES HEALTH - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Family Nurse Practitioner
Amanda is an Occupational Therapist who graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Occupational Science and Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from University at Buffalo. She is currently working as a TAR therapist at Strong Memorial Hospital on both the acute care and inpatient rehab service lines.
Amy is an Occupational Therapist who earned her Master's of Science in Occupational Therapy from Ithaca College. Amy recently relocated back to Rochester after working in New York City at a long-term care/skilled nursing facility. She is now working as part of the inpatient rehab and adult acute care team at Strong Memorial Hospital.
Angie is a full-time staff occupational therapist who graduated in 2017 from Nazareth College with a combined Bachelors and Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy. Angie worked on the inpatient adult acute care team for several years before switching to the outpatient setting. Currently, Angie is part of the adult outpatient team where she is involved with the Integrative Cognitive Rehab Program.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Inpatient Pediatric Team
Anjelica is a full-time pediatric occupational therapist who works at Golisano Children's Hospital. She received her Bachelors of Science degree in Bio-behavioral Health from Penn State University and her Masters in Occupational Therapy from Chatham University. Her previous work experience includes acute care, outpatient and long term care settings. She takes special interest in sensory processing, development and play-based therapy.
Job Titles:
- Inpatient Spinal Cord Injury Coordinator
Bridgid graduated from Keuka College with a Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy in 2006. She has experience in working with a variety of diagnoses in the acute care setting as well as experience on inpatient acute rehabilitation Her focus has been evaluating and treating patients in the Trauma ICU, most specifically SCI and TBI. She also has experience in treating Adult and Pediatric burn patients.
Job Titles:
- Senior Occupational Therapist for the Adult Acute Care Team
Caitlin is a Senior Occupational Therapist for the Adult Acute Care Team. She received her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and her combined Bachelor and Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University at Buffalo.
Job Titles:
- Staff Occupational Therapist
Colleen is a Staff Occupational Therapist who graduated from University at Buffalo in 2013 with a Masters in Occupational Therapy. She received Minors in Sociology and Social & Preventive Medicine in Health and Wellness. Colleen has experience in sub-acute care and working with the geriatric population. She is currently working as part of the acute care team at URMC.
Job Titles:
- UR Medicine Geriatrics Group, Board Chair
Dana graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Occupational Therapy from Utica College of Syracuse University and obtained her post professional doctorate from Boston University in 2014. Dana has been with URMC since 2001, with a specialty in the treatment of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, burn, brachial plexus injury, neurology, upper extremity/hand and ergonomics. Dana has written a text book chapter in Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (Springer) and has contributed to the Quick Reference Dictionary for Occupational Therapy 6th edition (Slack).
Job Titles:
- Member of the Inpatient Pediatric Team
Devin graduated from the University at Buffalo with a combined Bachelors and Masters in Occupational Therapy in 2017. She joined URMC in 2019 as an outpatient pediatric OT before joining the pediatric inpatient team in 2022. Devin's experience with a variety of pediatric disorders ranges from birth to early adulthood with a special interest in developmental care throughout infancy. Devin is also a clinical instructor for Nazareth College Occupational Therapy Program.
Ebonee works primarily with neurological impairments with adults in acute care. She graduated from the University of Central Arkansas in 2005 with a Bachelor of Science and her Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy in 2007. She is currently obtaining her post-professional doctorate in occupational therapy and advanced practice certification in neuroscience from Thomas Jefferson University. Ebonee is the OT student fieldwork coordinator for Level I and II students. Her previous work experience includes therapy in acute care, sub-acute rehab in skilled nursing setting including long-term care, and home health.
Emily received her Master's in Occupational Therapy from Temple University. She has previous experience in acute care, subacute rehab, and hand therapy. Emily is now working as part of the adult acute care team at Strong Memorial Hospital.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Inpatient Pediatric Team
Job Titles:
- Staff Occupational Therapist
Holly is a staff Occupational Therapist who graduated from D'Youville College with a combined Bachelors and Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy with a minor in Psychology. She is currently working as part of the adult acute care team at Strong Memorial Hospital.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Inpatient Rehab Team
Jordan is an occupational therapist who graduated from D'Youville University in 2018 with her Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy. She is experienced in treating critically ill patients and is currently pursuing her Post-Professional Doctorate of Occupational Therapy. Jordan is now working on both the adult acute care team as well as the inpatient rehabilitation team at Strong Memorial Hospital.
Julie has her bachelor's in occupational therapy from University at Buffalo and her doctorate in occupational therapy from Boston University. She is a staff therapist working on the acute care team and specializing in General Medicine, Neuro-rehabilitation and Pediatrics. She also works in the pediatric physical disabilities clinic through the Kirch Center. She is certified in the Sensory Integration and Praxis Test. Julie has worked at the university for over 10 years.
Job Titles:
- Staff Occupational Therapist
Kaitlin is a staff occupational therapist who received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from SUNY Fredonia and her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from The Sage Colleges. Kaitlin has experience with inpatient rehabilitation, however currently works with the adult acute care team at the University of Rochester Medical Center.
Job Titles:
- Chief Nursing Executive and Vice President
- Strong Memorial Hospital 's Senior Nurse
Karen Keady is Strong Memorial Hospital's senior nurse and oversees a department of over 5,000 nurses, support staff and respiratory therapists.
Job Titles:
- Upstate National Bank, Board Vice Chair
Job Titles:
- Chief Operating Officer
- Executive Vice President
Kathy Parrinello is responsible for Strong Memorial Hospital's day-to-day operations with particular emphasis on hospital programs as well as patient and clinical support services.
Kelly received her Associates in Applied Science of Occupational Therapy Assistant from SUNY Canton in 2004. Kelly is currently working on her Bachelors in Health Science Pre-OT and a minor in psychology at the University of Cincinnati and plans to graduate in the summer of 2022. She has worked in Pediatrics, short term rehab with focus on complex and respiratory care patients, and long term rehab in various skilled nursing facilities within and around the Rochester area. Kelly is currently working with both the inpatient acute care and rehab teams.
Job Titles:
- Staff Occupational Therapist
Kelsey is a staff Occupational Therapist who received her Master's degree from D'Youville College. She has experience working in outpatient orthopedics, and is now working as part of the adult acute care team at Strong Memorial Hospital.
Kristina received her Master's in Occupational Therapy from LIU Brooklyn. Her previous work experience includes working in the acute rehab setting on the Brain Injury and Ortho/Amputee units. She has a passion for assisting individuals recovering from brain injuries, strokes and orthopedic injuries. She is currently working with both adult acute can rehab teams at Strong Memorial Hospital.
Leah graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from SUNY Geneseo. She attended the University of New England in Portland, ME for her Master's of Science in Occupational Therapy. Leah joins the inpatient rehab team with a background that includes experience in home health and inpatient rehab.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Inpatient Rehab Team
- Staff Occupational Therapist
Machala is a staff Occupational Therapist who graduated from SUNY Brockport with a Bachelor's in Exercise Science and Master's of Science in Occupational Therapy from D'Youville University . She is currently working as part of the inpatient rehab team here at Strong Memorial Hospital.
Job Titles:
- UR Medicine Thompson Health. Board Treasurer
Michael Apostololakos is board certified in Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine. As Strong Memorial Hospital's CMO he serves as the liaison between the medical staff and administration. He is responsible for coordinating patient care and safety.
Job Titles:
- Staff Occupational Therapist
Michaela is a staff Occupational Therapist who completed a B.S. in Exercise Science at The College at Brockport and received her B.S. in Occupational Science and M.S. in Occupational Therapy, with a minor in Psychology, from the University at Buffalo. She is passionate about mental health and helping people participate in daily life within the context of their conditions. Michaela is currently working as part of the acute care team at URMC.
Monica graduated from University at Buffalo's combined BS/MS Occupational Program in 2019. Her previous experience includes inpatient/outpatient adult and pediatric neurological rehabilitation and acute care. Areas of interest include neurological conditions and SCI. Monica is currently in the process of obtaining advanced certifications including Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS) and Certified Neurological Specialist (CNS). She is also the Outpatient OT Fieldwork Coordinator.
Job Titles:
- Staff Occupational Therapist
Norah is a staff Occupational Therapist who graduated in 2015 with her Bachelor of Science in Occupational Science and Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University at Buffalo. She is currently working as part of the acute care team at URMC.
Job Titles:
- Staff Occupational Therapist
Renee is a staff occupational therapist who graduated from Keuka College with a combined Bachelor's and Master's of Science in Occupational Therapy in 2023. Renee is currently a part of the inpatient rehabilitation team at Strong Memorial Hospital.
Job Titles:
- Associate Vice President
- Chief Quality Officer
Robert Panzer leads Strong Memorial Hospital's quality assurance, clinical practice evaluation, quality, and safety improvement initiatives.
Simon received his Masters in Occupational Therapy from Ithaca College and his MBA and Masters in Medical Management from the University of Rochester's Simon School of Business. His areas of interest include SCI and cognitive rehabilitation, as well as operations management, quality assurance and leadership.
Job Titles:
- Chief Executive Officer
- President
- Ex - Officio
Steven Goldstein directs all aspects of Strong Memorial Hospital's operations and leads the effort to prepare the health care system to succeed in a managed care environment. He also directs all of the managed care activities at Strong and the University of Rochester Medical Center's affiliates.
Job Titles:
- Faculty Affairs Administrator
Job Titles:
- Facilities Administration
Job Titles:
- Staff Occupational Therapist
Vicki is a staff occupational therapist who graduated from Nazareth College with a combined Bachelors and Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy with a minor in Gerontology. Vicki is a part of the inpatient rehabilitation team at Strong Memorial Hospital.