CHESTER COUNTY HOSPITAL - Key Persons
Ms. Ferriola earned her bachelor of science in nursing from West Chester University in 2005 and has extensive experience in cardiac nursing in addition to caring for patients with heart failure. She has been with Chester County Hospital since 2003 and has held nursing roles in telemetry in addition to the Progressive Care Unit (PCU), and was instrumental in opening the 4 North Unit. Presently, she is a heart and vascular nurse navigator where she educates patients and helps them coordinate services.
A member of Chester County Hospital Medical Staff since 2006, Dr. Towsen specializes in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, and reconstructive surgery of the shoulder and knee. She completed her residency at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA and went on to complete a fellowship in Sports Medicine at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. In addition to offering general orthopaedic and fracture care, Dr. Towsen has extensive experience with advanced surgical techniques in the shoulder, knee and elbow. Procedures for the shoulder include rotator cuff repair, labral repair, AC joint reconstruction, superior capsular reconstruction, latarjet (for chronic shoulder instability), and total joint replacement (standard and reverse). She also performs the following procedures of the knee: all-inside ACL reconstruction, multiple ligament reconstruction, meniscal repair, medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction, and total joint replacement. Procedures of the elbow include distal bicep tendon repair, ulnar nerve transposition, and medial/lateral epicondyle release (for chronic tendonitis). Dr. Towsen was named a Main Line Today "Top Doctor" in 2014.
Ms. Friedberg earned her bachelor of science in nursing from Temple University in 1999 and has been with Chester County Hospital since 2016. Her previous experience has given her an extensive background in critical care nursing in addition to caring for patients with heart failure. Presently, she is a heart and vascular nurse navigator where she educates patients and helps them coordinate services.
Dr. Askinas completed his undergraduate training at Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois and received his medical degree from the University of Illinois School of Medicine, in Chicago, Illinois. He completed his residency at Tulane University, Charity Hospital, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Askinas is a Fellow in the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is Board Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Pennsylvania for Medical Students and Residents. His special areas of expertise include Obstetrics, Gynecology, Gynecologic Surgery, Laparoscopy and Infertility. Dr. Askinas was also selected as a 2007 Top Doc by Main Line Magazine. Dr. Askinas practices in West Chester, PA and Kennett Square, PA. Learn More!
Dr. Tingan joined our leadership team in 2019 and is an Assistant Professor of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Tingan grew up in Beaumont, TX and received his degree in Molecular Biology from Princeton University. After receiving his medical degree from the Emory University School of Medicine in 2010, Dr. Tingan completed an internship with the Department of General Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania. He then completed residency training with the Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at the University of Pennsylvania where he served as chief resident in his final year. Following residency, Dr. Tingan completed a fellowship in Primary Care Sports Medicine in the Department of Family Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania.
Dr. Tingan's clinical focus is sports medicine, general musculoskeletal medicine, spine medicine, and spine interventions. His research interests include gait mechanics in runners and incidence of injuries in runners. Dr. Tingan has served in various sports medicine leadership roles. He has served as a team Physician for the University of Pennsylvania Men's Varsity Soccer team and is currently the team physician for the University of Pennsylvania's Men's and Women's Cross Country and Track & Field teams. Dr. Tingan is the Medical Director for the Penn Relays, the Medical Director for the Philadelphia Love Run Half Marathon, and serves on the USA Track & Field Sports Medicine & Science Committee.
Dr. Khaji is a cardiac electrophysiologist on the medical staff at Chester County Hospital. He completed his undergraduate training at B. M. Patil Medical College in Bijapur, India. He received his postgraduate training in England, Scotland and Northern Ireland and received membership of Royal Colleges of Physicians London. He completed his internship, residency, and fellowship in cardiology, and an advanced fellowship in electrophysiology at Lankenau Medical Center in Wynnewood, Pennsylvania. He is board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, echocardiography and nuclear cardiology.
A member of Chester County's Hospital staff since 2016 and a Penn Medicine employee since 2014, Amber received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Pennsylvania State University. She received her Master of Science in Nursing and Post-Master's certificate as an Adult Oncology Specialist from the University of Pennsylvania. She is certified as an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner.
Dr. Old graduated from Harvard University. He completed his residency training in Orthopaedic Surgery at Hahnemann University Hospital in Philadelphia followed by a fellowship in Adult Reconstruction of the Hip and Knee at the Insall Scott Kelly Institute in New York City. He is certified in robotic assisted surgery and computer navigation. Dr. Old focuses on meniscal injuries, cruciate ligament reconstruction, fractures around the hip and knee, partial knee replacement, total knee and hip replacements for end stage arthritis, and complex revisions or repeat surgery in the hip and knee. Dr. Old is in practice with Premier Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Associates, Chester County Orthopaedics Division, with locations in West Chester, Kennett Square and West Grove.
A member of Chester County Hospital Medical Staff since 1994, Dr. Frankel received his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. He completed his orthopaedic residency at the Thomas Jefferson University Hospital where he went on to complete a fellowship in Adult Reconstruction. Dr. Frankel is Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery.
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- Speech Language Pathologist
Ashley has been a part of the Chester County Hospital family since 2003 and has worked with the rehab team since 2013. Ashley graduated from Temple University with a Master of Arts degree in Speech, Language and Hearing Science. She holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence and is a member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). She provides evaluation and treatment for adults with swallowing and/or communication disorders. She enjoys working with student clinicians. She is trained to complete Video Fluoroscopic Swallow Studies and is MBSImP certified.
Bethany received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Delaware and began her nursing career at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in 2007 on the Hematology/Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplant Unit. While practicing as a clinical nurse, she pursued her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Pennsylvania. After completing her MSN, she practiced as a Nurse Practitioner in Surgical Orthopedic Oncology at Penn Medicine's Abramson Cancer Center in Philadelphia and at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
In 2017, she joined the Abramson Cancer Center at Chester County Hospital. She is certified as an Advanced Oncology Nurse Practitioner and Adult Health Nurse Practitioner. She is passionate about caring for the oncology patient and active in many local and national organizations to support research and funding for a cure.
Dr. Mohandas received a medical degree from the Medical College - Trivandrum. She completed an internship and residency at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and in addition completed a fellowship at Temple University Hospital.
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- Member of the Team
- Site Lead, Kennett Square
Boris has been a member of the team since 1991 and has been a Physical Therapist since 1981. He was instrumental in the establishment of physical therapy services at the Kennett Square, PA location for the community. He received his bachelor of science in Physical Therapy from the University of Pennsylvania, where he was co-captain of the football team, a member of the track team, and a Sphinx Senior Honor Society member. Boris completed courses in mobilization of the extremities and lumbar spine as well as evaluation and treatment of shoulder, knee, and ankle injuries. He has specialized training and certification and a sincere passion for Parkinson's and Geriatric clients. He provides care and education to the community through lectures, school programs, and by volunteering at local events. Boris is a member of The American Physical Therapy Association, Orthopoaedic Section and Geriatric Section.
Job Titles:
- Director of Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation
A member of the team since 2006, Brendan received his bachelors degree in Health Sciences from Boston University and his masters in Physical Therapy from Boston University. He worked as a therapist for eight years in the United States Army, serving as chief therapist at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, and at medical facilities in Germany. Brendan received his Board Certification as an Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist and continues to specialize in orthopaedics and manual therapies. He has extensive training in spine and extremity rehabilitation and is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists.
Carrie Leese is a native of West Grove, PA who has experience treating a wide range of conditions and patients of all ages. Her experience includes outpatient and inpatient settings along with skilled nursing facilities. Carrie received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Widener University in 2011, her Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science from Slippery Rock University in 2008, and a massage therapist certificate from the Pennsylvania School of Muscle Therapy in 1998. In 2015, Carrie became a Certified Lymphedema Therapist through the Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy. Carrie's interest is in manual therapy skills, providing a hands-on approach to physical therapy treatments. Her continuing education courses include Functional Movement Screen, Myofascial Release, and KT Taping, to name a few.
Along with her knowledge in rehabilitation, manual therapy, and strength and conditioning, Carrie has an extensive background in working with horses and riders including working for equestrian athletes up to the Olympic level. Carrie continues to integrate her knowledge of modern conditioning and orthopedic concepts to help with rehabilitation and injury prevention of the equestrian athlete in the Southern Chester County area.
A member of Chester County Hospital's medical staff since 1996, Dr. Johnson was trained at the Medical College of Pennsylvania. She completed an internship and residency in Internal Medicine at the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, serving as Chief Resident of Internal Medicine from 1992-1993. She completed a fellowship in Hematology and Oncology at Fox Chase Cancer Center, serving as Chief Fellow from 1995-1996. Dr. Johnson is board-certified in Hematology and Oncology.
She is a medical oncologist with Penn Hematology/Oncology and has been recognized as a "Top Doc" by Main Line Today magazine.
Dr. Bellaire received degrees in Mathematics, Computer Science and Psychology while completing her undergraduate training at Michigan State University and Millersville University in Pennsylvania. She received her medical degree at The University of Michigan and completed her residency training at Medical College of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. Dr. Bellaire is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is board certified. Her special areas of interest are beauty and wellness, high risk obstetrics, menopause, women in sports, adolescent gynecology and laparoscopic surgery. She has a solo practice in Exton, PA. Learn More!
A member of Chester County Hospital Medical Staff since 1994, Dr. Simmons received his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University. He completed an internship at Graduate Hospital, a residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, a research fellowship at The Rothman Institute in Philadelphia and a fellowship in joint replacement and spinal surgery at The New England Baptist Hospital in Boston. He is past recipient of the Everett J. Gordon Award for Clinical Excellence in Orthopaedics and previously served as a staff physician with the New England Baptist Hospital. Dr. Simmons is Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery. He has been in private practice with Chester County Orthopaedics Associates, Ltd., since 1994. WATCH VIDEO >>
Dr. Kansky completed her undergraduate training at Princeton University in Princeton, New Jersey and received her medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She completed her residency at Virginia Commonwealth University Health in Richmond, Virginia. Her special areas of expertise include adolescent gynecology, family planning and contraception management, low intervention birth as well as high risk obstetrics, and the medical and surgical management of abnormal uterine bleeding. Dr. Kansky is a Junior Fellow in the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is Board Eligible by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Kansky practices in West Chester PA and Downingtown PA. Learn More!
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- Chief Cardiovascular Surgery Physician Assistant
After serving as a combat medical specialist in the Gulf War, Mr. Aylsworth completed his Physician Assistant training at Stony Brook, State University of New York and later earned his MBA from Temple University's Fox School of Business. Mr. Aylsworth has 20 years of clinical experience in cardiothoracic surgery. He was instrumental in helping establish Chester County Hospital's heart and vascular program in 2001 and presently leads our team of cardiac surgery advanced practice providers. He is a member of the Association of Physician Assistants in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery and Society of Thoracic Surgeons.
Dr. Baldi attended medical school at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey-School of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed a rotating internship at Kennedy Memorial Hospitals-University Medical Center, his Internal Medicine residency at Geisinger Medical Center and his Cardiology fellowship at The Graduate Hospital in Philadelphia.
Dr. Baldi is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Nuclear Cardiology by the Certification Board of Nuclear Cardiology and Echocardiography by The National Board of Echocardiography.
Dr. Baldi has special interests in advanced imaging, congenital cardiomyopathies and Sports Medicine and is a member of the Sports and Exercise Cardiology Section of the American College of Cardiology.
Dr. Lyons is a graduate of the Temple University School of Medicine, where he completed a surgical residency with the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine. He provides care for a multitude of Orthopaedic conditions, such as arthritis, fractures, carpal tunnel syndrome, and has extensive experience as a trauma surgeon. Dr. Lyons performs minimally invasive total knee and hip replacements. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is a past recipient of the John W. Lachman Award for Excellence in Orthopaedic Surgery and the Mary P. Wiedeman Award for Excellence in Physiology Research.
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- Site Lead, Penn Medicine Southern Chester County
Chris is a native of West Chester, PA and attended St. Agnes and Bishop Shanahan High School. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from East Stroudsburg University with a concentration in Athletic Training and Sports Medicine. While at East Stroudsburg, Chris lettered in baseball for all four years and graduated with honors. In 1994, Chris became a Certified Athletic Trainer and served for three years in an Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Fellowship program in Chester County. In 1999, Chris graduated with honors from Southwest Baptist University with a Master of Physical Therapy degree. Chris worked in Baltimore, MD from 1999 to 2008, where he specialized in Sports Medicine and Orthopaedics. Chris became a Board Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist in 2004. Chris has served Southern Chester County, as a Physical Therapist, since 2008, and is currently the site lead in our Penn Medicine Southern Chester County facility in West Grove, PA.
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- Program Coordinator, Aquatics, Fern Hill
A member of the Chester County Hospital staff since 2005, Colleen received her master's degree in 1998 from Simmons College in Boston, MA. She has worked in outpatient physical and home care. She has helped to establish aquatic therapy programs prior to her arrival at the Hospital. She has continuing education in manual techniques of the spine and extremities through Mulligan and Maitland, both Australian professors.
A member of Chester County Hospital's medical staff since 2017, Cynthia received her Bachelor of Science from West Chester University. She received her Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University in Minneapolis, Minnesota and her post-master certification as an Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner from the University of Pennsylvania. She also earned a certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner from Wilmington University in Delaware.
She is board certified in pain management and palliative care. Cynthia practices at Penn Hematology/Oncology in West Chester, Exton and Kennett Square.
Board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. Farber received his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his internship and residency at Penn State's Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. Dr. Farber received his fellowship at the Mayo Clinic - Jacksonville. Dr. Farber specializes in the treatment of all disorders of the foot and ankle ranging from clubfoot to total ankle replacement surgery.
Dr. Hayes graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. He then completed a residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas and a fellowship at Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia. Dr. Hayes is Board Certified in General Surgery and is a member of Surgical Specialists.
A part of the team since 2001, David received his bachelors in Sports Medicine from Messiah College before completing his AA as a physical therapist assistant from Central Pennsylvania College. David treats orthopaedic injuries with an emphasis on foot, ankle and shoulder rehabilitation. He has worked with multiple levels of athletes from high school to the professional teams and has developed sport specific strength and conditioning programs for minor league baseball pitchers. David is also certified as a Body Balance for Performance Golf Fitness Specialist and is a member of the National Athletic Trainer's Association and the Pennsylvania Athletic Trainer's Association.
Mr. Jones earned his bachelor of science in nursing from Wilkes University and completed a critical care internship from Hershey Medical Center in 1999. He completed his master of science in nursing from Thomas Jefferson University and became board certified as an acute care nurse practitioner in 2006. Mr. Jones has been with Penn Medicine since 2001 and has a special interest in catheter-based structural heart technology, advanced cardiovascular imaging, multi-disciplinary program operations and quality improvement. He is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, American College of Cardiology, Society of Thoracic Surgeons, American Association of Critical Care Nurses and Sigma Theta Tau.
David obtained his Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Santo Tomas in the Philippines in 1987 and started his career in Vancouver, Canada. He went on to complete his Master of Science degree in Orthopedic and Sports Physical therapy at the University of Alberta in 1992. He then moved to Pennsylvania to work in the outpatient orthopedic setting while being an adjunct clinical faculty member at Widener University's Physical Therapy Program from 1993 until 2001. Along the way he received further training and certifications in the field of orthopedic and sports therapy to include Orthopedic Certified Specialist from ABPTS, Credentialed MDT Practitioner from the McKenzie Institute, Certified Kinesiotaping Practitioner from Kinesio University and Certified Orthopedic Manipulative Therapist from the North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy. He is also a Graston Technique trained practitioner and is currently a candidate for Doctor of Science in Physical Therapy through Andrew's University in Michigan.
Denise is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania with a B.S. in Physical Therapy. She has been employed with Chester County Hospital since 1988 and is currently the Lead Therapist in the Acute Care Physical Therapy Department. Denise was very involved with the development and implementation of the orthopaedic services offered at the Hospital as well as the Soarian project, an electronic documentation process developed in partnership with Siemens. She is a member of the discharge planning committee and the JCAHO taskforce.
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- Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery, Penn Medicine
Dr. Deon Vigilance's clinical expertise includes robot-assisted cardiac surgery, minimally invasive cardiac surgery, aortic, mitral and tricuspid valve procedures, coronary artery bypass graft surgery (CABG), and surgical procedures for treatment of atrial fibrillation. He also has extensive experience in new catheter-based (non-surgical) techniques for aortic valve replacement - TAVR procedure.
Dr. Vigilance received his medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine. He completed his internship and residency in general surgery at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York. He went on to Columbia University/New York Presbyterian Hospital where he was the chief research fellow and the procurement fellow of thoracic organs in the division of Cardiothoracic Surgery. He completed his residency in cardiothoracic surgery at the University of Maryland Medical System.
Dr. Vigilance comes to Chester County Hospital from Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic - Mercy Health System in Darby, Pennsylvania where he presently serves as Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery. He is board-certified in General Surgery and Thoracic Surgery.
Dr. Hotmer has an undergraduate degree in Chemistry and Biology from West Chester University. She received her medical degree from the Medical College of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia and completed her residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania also in Philadelphia. Dr. Hotmer is Board Certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology. She also is Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Pennsylvania. Her special areas of interest are urogynecology, menopause management and high-risk obstetrics. Dr. Hotmer practices at in West Chester, PA; Downingtown, PA and Lionville, PA.
Dr. Reed is a graduate of the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, School of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her Internal Medicine Residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and Fellowship in Cardiovascular Diseases at Hahnemann University Hospital. Dr. Reed is Board Certified in Cardiovascular Diseases and Nuclear Cardiology. She serves as the Director of the Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Laboratories at Chester County Hospital and the Vascular Laboratories at Chester County Cardiology Associates. Dr. Reed received recognition in Main Line Today's2007 Top Docs Issue. Her clinical areas of expertise include consultative cardiology for the management of coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, valvular heart disease, aortic pathology, peripheral vascular disease and arrhythmia. She has a special interest in heart disease in women, congenital heart disease in the adult and 3D Echocardiography. Dr. Reed is a partner at Chester County Cardiology Associates and sees patients at their West Chester office.
Ms. Taylor earned her master of science in nursing from Grand Canyon University, specializing in Leadership in Healthcare Systems in 2016. She earned her bachelor of science in nursing from Eastern University in 2006. Ms. Taylor has been with Chester County Hospital since 1993 and has an extensive background in critical care and cardiac nursing. Presently, she is a heart and vascular nurse navigator where she educates patients and helps them coordinate services.
Job Titles:
- Member of Chester County Hospital 's Medical Staff
Dr. Daniel Altman has been a member of Chester County Hospital's medical staff since 2020. He received his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, PA. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine and his fellowship in Hematology and Oncology at Thomas Jefferson University, as well. He is board-certified in Internal Medicine and board-eligible in Hematology and Medical Oncology.
Dr. Altman remains committed to clinical research and has participated in multiple studies during his time with the Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center. He is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Society of Hematology, the Pennsylvania Medical Society and American Medical Association.
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- Assistant Medical Director of the Abramson Cancer Center
A member of Chester County Hospital's medical staff since 2007, Dr. Maureen Hewitt serves as the Assistant Medical Director of the Abramson Cancer Center at Chester County Hospital.
Dr. Hewitt received her medical degree from Louisiana State University Health Science Center. She completed an internship and residency program in Internal Medicine at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. She completed a fellowship in Oncology and Hematology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania as well. Dr. Hewitt is board-certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology and Oncology.
She is a medical oncologist with Penn Hematology/ Oncology and has been recognized as a "Top Doc" by Main Line Today and Philadelphia magazines.
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- Member of Chester County Hospital 's Medical Staff
Dr. Meher Burki has been a member of Chester County Hospital's medical staff since 2014. She received her degree from the Aga Khan University Medical College in Karachi, Pakistan. She completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia. She also completed her Fellowship in Hematology/Oncology at Fox Chase Cancer Center/Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA and is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology.
Dr. Burki is fluent in English, Urdu, Hindi and Punjabi. She is a medical oncologist with Penn Hematology/ Oncology and has been recognized as a "Top Doc" by Main Line Today magazine.
Job Titles:
- Medical Oncologist
- Member of Chester County Hospital 's Medical Staff
Dr. Michael Costello has been a member of Chester County Hospital's medical staff since 2011. He received his undergraduate degree from King's College in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania and his medical degree from Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Pennsylvania State University in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Dr. Costello completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia. He completed a fellowship in Hematology and Oncology at the Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia and is board-certified in Internal Medicine and in Hematology and Oncology.
Dr. Costello is a medical oncologist with Penn Hematology/Oncology and has been recognized as a "Top Doc" by Main Line Today magazine.
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- Medical Director, Structural Heart Disease Program
- Member of University of Pennsylvania
Dr. Muhammad Raza is an interventional cardiologist and the Medical Director of the Structural Heart Program at Chester County Hospital. He has extensive experience in minimally invasive transcatheter therapies for valvular and structural heart disease including TAVR - transcatheter aortic valve replacement, WATCHMAN implantation, PFO/ASD closures, MitraClip and mitral valve in valve implantation procedures. He also has a special interest in high risk and complex coronary artery stenting with left ventricular assist devices, coronary atherectomy and unprotected left main coronary artery stenting, peripheral artery angioplasty and stenting, and endovascular repair of abdominal aortic aneurysms (EVARs).
Dr. Raza is member of University of Pennsylvania's structural heart team. Prior to joining Chester County Hospital, Dr. Raza has been performing transcatheter valve replacement procedures at University of Pennsylvania - Presbyterian Medical Center in Philadelphia.
Dr. Raza attended Hahnemann University Hospital/Drexel University College of Medicine for training in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology. He is board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology. He also attended Drexel University's Physician Leadership and Business Acumen Program. Dr. Raza trained for transcatheter valve therapies at University of Pennsylvania/Presbyterian Medical Center in Philadelphia.
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- Member of Chester County Hospital 's Medical Staff
Dr. Sunil Saroha has been a member of Chester County Hospital's medical staff since 2011. He received his medical degree from All India Institute of Medical Sciences in New Delhi, India. Dr. Saroha completed residencies at Graduate Hospital in Philadelphia and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia where he was Chief Medical Resident. Dr. Saroha completed a fellowship in Hematology and Oncology at the Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia and is board-certified in Hematology and Oncology.
He is a medical oncologist with Penn Hematology/Oncology and has been recognized as a "Top Doc" by Main Line Today magazine.
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- Site Lead, Fern Hill Medical Campus
Edie received her Masters of Science in Physical Therapy from Arcadia University in 1992. After joining the Fern Hill team in 2018, she became Site Lead in 2019. In 2020, Edie received her certification as a Champion Performance Specialist. A member of the American Physical Therapy Association as well as the Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy sections, Edie's special interests include treating TMJ and Sacroiliac Dysfunctions, working with golfers and dancers, and the use of Pilates for core strengthening. In her free time, her favorite activity is golfing with her husband and son.
Dr. Mercurio completed his undergraduate training at Clark University, Worcester, Massachusetts. He received his medical degree from The George Washington University School of Medicine, Washington, D.C. He completed his residency at Abington Memorial Hospital, Abington, Pennsylvania. Dr. Mercurio is a Junior Fellow in the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is Board Eligible by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. His special areas of interest are Obstetrics and Gynecology, minimally invasive and laparoscopic surgery and treatment of urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. Dr. Mercurio was named a Main Line Top Doctor in 2010. He practices at Penn Ob/Gyn and has offices in Exton, PA; West Chester, PA and West Grove, PA. Learn More About My Practice!
Dr. Henry is a graduate of Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia and he served his Ob/Gyn residency at the Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia. Dr. Henry is board-certified in Ob/Gyn and is a Fellow of the American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He is also an advanced robotic surgeon. Prior to pursuing his medical education, Dr. Henry was a research chemist at E.I. DuPont Nemours in Deepwater, New Jersey. Learn More!
Dr. Patton graduated from the University of Miami School of Medicine, Miami. He completed an internship and residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and a fellowship at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Dr. Patton specializes in Vascular Surgery and is Board Certified by the American Board of Surgery and is in practice with Surgical Specialists, P.C.
Dr. Neithardt is a graduate of Binghamton University, Binghamton, New York and completed his medical education at Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC graduating Magna Cum Laude. He completed his Internal Medicine residency and Cardiovascular Fellowship training at the University of Chicago Hospitals. Dr. Neithardt is board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease and Adult Echocardiography. He has expertise in all aspects of general cardiology with a particular interest in prevention. Dr. Neithardt is a partner at Chester County Cardiology Associates and sees patients at their Exton and West Chester offices.
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- Co - Chairman, Department of Pathology / Medical Director of the Clinical Laboratory, Clinical Chemistry, Cytopathology and Lab Support Services
A member of Chester County Hospital Medical Staff since 1988, Dr. Heald received his doctoral degree from the Pennsylvania State University and his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University. He completed an internship and residency at Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. He previously served as the Assistant Laboratory Director at the United States Air Force Wilford Hall Medical Center. He is Board Certified in Anatomic, Clinical Pathology and Cytopathology.
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- Member of Chester County Hospital 's Medical Staff
Dr. James Patterson has been a member of Chester County Hospital's medical staff since 2000. He received his medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School. He completed an internship and residency in Internal Medicine at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He completed a fellowship in Hematology and Oncology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He is board-certified in Hematology and Oncology.
He is a medical oncologist with Penn Hematology/Oncology and has been recognized as a "Top Doc" by Main Line Today magazine.
Dr. Tepper completed his undergraduate training at Colby College in Waterville, Maine. He received his medical degree from the Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, PA. He then completed an OB/GYN residency at Pennsylvania Hospital. In residency, he received several awards, including an award for Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery, the Penn Pearls medical student teaching award, and an award for the best residency research project, on using Enhanced Recovery After Surgery. Dr. Tepper's areas of interest and expertise include both high-risk and low-risk obstetrics, family planning and contraceptive management, both minimally invasive and open gynecologic surgery, management of menopause, and most importantly, the provision of individualized, compassionate and empathic care to women.. Learn More!
Dr. Akins completed her undergraduate training at Lehigh University, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and received her medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She completed her residency at the Pennsylvania Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Akins is a Fellow in the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is Board Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Her special areas of expertise include Obstetrics, Gynecology, Laparoscopic Surgery, and Menopause. Dr. Akins practices in West Chester, PA and Kennett Square, PA. Learn More!
A member to the team since 2017, Jennifer has an undergraduate degree from Randolph Macon College in Virginia and went on to earn her Master of Science in Physical Therapy from Shenandoah University in 1999. She has clinical expertise in treating Vestibular and Concussion injuries and has attended and completed several advanced courses in concussion recovery. She has helped to mentor peers in vestibular rehab and has been a lab instructor in Vestibular based competency courses. She has been practicing physical therapy for 19 years in various settings including, acute care, brain injury, inpatient rehabilitation and orthopedics.
Ms. Dempsey completed her undergraduate training in biological sciences at The College of New Jersey, and her Physician Assistant education at Philadelphia University in Philadelphia, PA. She specializes in minimally invasive harvesting of both saphenous vein and radial artery.
Ms. Dexter completed her Physician Assistant education at Philadelphia University in Philadelphia, PA. She has specialized for the past 13 years as a Physician Assistant in Cardiothoracic Surgery. She has experience in minimally invasive harvesting of both saphenous vein and radial artery.
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- Lead, Hand Therapy, Fern Hill
A part of the team since 2001, Jill has over 35 years of experience in the field of Physical Therapy. She received her degree from the University of Buffalo and has specialized in Hand Therapy since 1987 (obtaining her Hand Therapy Certification in 1991). She is a member of the American Society of Hand Therapists and American Physical Therapy Association and has a special interest in Pain Management, Industrial Medicine/Ergonomics, and Performing Arts. She has presented at the Philadelphia Hand Conference, Pennsylvania Music Teachers Association meetings, and the Curtis Institute of Music Seminars. Jill is a consultant of the Csehy Summer School of Music. During her free time, she enjoys gardening, walking, spending time with family/grandchildren, church activities and teaching wellness.
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- Member of Chester County Hospital 's Medical Staff
Joanne has been a member of Chester County Hospital's medical staff since 2007. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Bloomsburg University and her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Pennsylvania. She is certified as an Adult Nurse Practitioner as well as an Advanced Oncology Nurse Practitioner.
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- Chief of the Section of Orthopaedics
A member of Chester County Hospital Medical Staff since 1978, Dr. Benner serves as Chief of the Section of Orthopaedics, Department of Surgery at Chester County Hospital. He received his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University. He completed an internship at Abington Memorial Hospital, a residency at Thomas Jefferson University and additional training at Rancho Los Amigos Hospital for spinal chord injury and low back management. He is a past recipient of the Everett J. Gordon Award in Orthopaedics and is board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Benner is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery and has been in private practice with Chester County Orthopaedic Associates, Ltd., since 1978. He is a member of Chester County Hospital Board of Directors.
John P. Manta, M.D. is a Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon with fellowship training in sports medicine and arthroscopic knee and shoulder surgery. He completed medical school, a general surgery internship, and an Orthopaedic residency at Temple University in Philadelphia. Dr. Manta continued his training with a fellowship in sports medicine at Georgetown University, where he worked with some of the leaders in the sports medicine field. Dr. Manta has published several papers and original articles on topics such as anterior cruciate ligament injuries and shoulder abnormalities. Additionally, Dr. Manta has been elected to membership in the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. WATCH VIDEO >>
Dr. Lewis completed his undergraduate training at St. Joseph's University, Philadelphia. He received his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lewis remains active in clinical research. In addition to his expertise in Interventional Cardiology, Dr. Lewis has vast knowledge and experience in the treatment of peripheral arterial disease. Currently, Dr. Lewis is an Interventional Cardiologist at Chester County Hospital and a partner at Chester County Cardiology Associates. He sees patients in their West Chester office.
Julia joined the Rehabilitation staff of Chester County Hospital in February of 2008. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Nutritional Sciences from Cornell University with a minor in Sport and Exercise Science from Ithaca College in 1997. She received her Masters in Physical Therapy in 2000 and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2003 from Temple University. Julia has been an adjunct instructor for Temple's Physical Therapy School since 2001.
In 2005, she became a Certified McKenzie Therapist in the diagnosis and treatment of mechanical spine and extremity pain. Julia has focused on spine care through clinical care, international research work, and teaching / mentoring endeavors. She has past experience in acute, skilled nursing, and inpatient rehab settings from working at Moss Rehab, the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Presbyterian Medical Center in Philadelphia. Julia is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the McKenzie Institute International.
Dr. Sloane received his medical degree from Penn State University. He completed his residency at Abington-Jefferson Health. He is board eligible in obstetrics and gynecology. Learn More About My Practice!
Kaeli is a Pennsylvania licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and a member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). She earned a Master of Arts in Communication Sciences & Disorders from West Chester University of PA in 2017, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology from Bloomsburg University of PA in 2014. Kaeli joined the Chester County Hospital team in early 2019 where she has pursued her interest in the evaluation and treatment of adults with communication and swallowing disorders. In addition to providing services in the acute care setting, she provides outpatient rehabilitation at the Southern Chester County campus.
Job Titles:
- Chief of the Arrhythmia Program
Dr. Schillinger is Chief of the Arrhythmia Program at Chester County Hospital. He received a medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine where he also received a PhD in molecular biology. He completed his internship and residency in medicine at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP). In addition, Dr. Schillinger completed a fellowship in cardiovascular disease and a subspecialty fellowship in electrophysiology at HUP. He is board certified in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease and electrophysiology. Dr. Schillinger sees patients at Chester County Cardiology's Kennett Square and West Chester offices.
Lauren received her undergraduate degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor in Arts in Speech Pathology and obtained her Master of Arts in Speech Pathology from West Chester University. Lauren has been a member of the Chester County Hospital team since 2005. Her areas of interest include evaluation and treatment of adults with communication and swallowing disorders and she has advanced training in video fluoroscopy swallow studies. She is a member of the American Speech and Hearing Association.
Dr. Odell received her medical degree from Chicago Medical School- Rosalind Franklin University in North Chicago, Illinois. She completed her internship and residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Odell is board eligible in Obstetrics and Gynecology. She has a special interest in family planning and patient education.Learn More About My Practice!
Lisa graduated from West Chester University with a B.A. in English Literature. She worked in magazine publishing before returning to Thomas Jefferson University to earn a Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Occupational Therapy in 1994. She has been employed with Chester County Hospital since 1997 as Lead Therapist in the Transitional Care Unit and is currently the Lead Therapist in the Occupational Therapy Acute Care Department. Lisa is a member of the Skin Integrity Task Force and has assisted with the development of the Hospital's orthopaedic service line as well as the Soarian project, an electronic documentation process developed in partnership with Siemens.
Lisa has been working as a Physical Therapist for 27 years. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy at Ithaca College. Lisa has worked in acute care, outpatient, home care, long term care and adult rehabilitation settings and has specialized in geriatric rehab. Lisa enjoys baking, hiking, and traveling to the beach and national parks. Lisa lives in New London, PA with her husband and 2 children.
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- Medical Director of Blood Bank / Breast Pathologist
A member of Chester County Hospital Medical Staff since 2001, Dr. Jodry received her medical degree at the University Of Pennsylvania School Of Medicine. She completed a residency in Clinical and Anatomic Pathology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, serving as Chief Resident in 1998. She completed fellowships in Surgical Pathology and Cytopathology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Jodry is Board Certified in Anatomic, Clinical and Cytopathology and holds a faculty appointment in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania School Of Medicine. She has special interest in breast pathology, head and neck pathology, gynecologic and thyroid cytology and was instrumental in developing the thyroid fine needle aspiration clinic with the Hospital's Department of Radiology. She is a board member of the Chester County Medical Society, an active member of the Hospital's Blood Usage Committee and Breast Health Task Force, and is a member of the Medical Advisory Committee of the Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Red Cross. She has obtained a unique Certificate of Recognition for Multidisciplinary Breast Pathology from CAP after completing their Advanced Practical Pathology Program.
Dr. Slavish completed her undergraduate training at Lehigh University, in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and received her medical degree from Pennsylvania State University, Hershey, Pennsylvania. She completed her residency at Wright State University Hospital, in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Slavish is a Fellow in the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is Board Certified by the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is a clinical Assistant Professor at The University of Pennsylvania. Her special interests include General and High-Risk Obstetrics and Adolescent Gynecology. Dr. Slavish was also selected as a 2007 Top Doc by Main Line Magazine. Dr. Slavish practices in West Chester, PA; Downingtown, PA and Lionville, PA.
Dr. Ferreira completed his undergraduate training at Haverford College in Haverford, Pennsylvania and received his medical degree from Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He completed his residency at Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. His special areas of expertise include Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Ferreira is a Junior Fellow in the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is Board Eligible by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Ferreira practices in West Chester, PA and Kennett Square, PA. Learn More!
Dr. Vershvovsky received a medical degree from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University. She continued her medical trining at Thomas Jefferson University where she completed her residency in Internal Medicine and her fellowship in Hematology and Medical Oncology. During her tenure at Thomas Jefferson University, she was active in the Oncology Subcommittee and Oncology Care Model Research Task Force. She is board-certified in Internal Medicine and board-eligible in Hematology and Medical Oncology. She is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the American Society of Hematology and the Pennsylvania Medical Society.
Dr. Vershvovsky is originally from St. Petersburg, Russia but grew up in the United States. She is fluent in both English and Russian. She is available to see Hematology and Oncology patients in the West Chester and Kennett Square offices.
A member of the team since 1993, Marion received her bachelors degree in Physical Therapy from Thomas Jefferson University. She worked several years in inpatient rehabilitation, home care and pediatrics before joining the team in the Kennett Square, PA office. She is certified by the Lymphedema Association of North America to provide complete decongestive therapy (Vodder) methods including manual lymph drainage and has attended numerous continuing education courses in the area of orthopedics and manual therapy.
A member of Chester County Hospital Medical Staff since 2012, Dr. Tantorski received his medical degree from the University Of New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his orthopaedic residency at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and a fellowship in spinal surgery at New England Baptist Hospital. Board eligible orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Tantorski is a member of the North American Spine Society, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and the American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopaedics. Dr. Tantorski is an orthopaedic surgeon with subspecialty training in the surgical management of adult spinal disorders.
A member of the team since 2006, Mary graduated from the University of Delaware where she received her degree in Physical Therapy. She has previously worked in Dallas, Texas at St. Paul's Human Performance Center and various Sports Medicine Clinics. She has also worked in an outpatient orthopedic clinic in Hillsboro, Oregon.
Her professional running career as a middle-distance runner allowed her to compete at the international level and provided insight into the importance of proper training, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries. Injury prevention played an essential role in her success as a runner and she places importance in educating her patients in the self-care of their bodies, encouraging them to be active in the treatment process. A mainstay in educating her patients also includes proper sitting and standing posture and body mechanics. Manual therapy and massage was an essential tool she used to promote her body's ability to heal after a running injury, which helped her reduce pain and improve her performance.
As a result of her experience, she incorporated a therapy called IASTM - instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization using Graston instruments - into her manual skill set. She has a special interest in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy of the spine and is pursuing education in this area. She has been involved in the community with conditioning youth male ice hockey players, and has been an assistant coach for girls cross country, outdoor and indoor track at the High School level.
Job Titles:
- Medical Director of Hematopathology
A member of Chester County Hospital Medical Staff since 2004, Dr. Goral received his doctoral degree from Vanderbilt University and medical degree for the University of Istanbul. He completed a residency in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology at Vanderbilt University. He completed a two-year fellowship in Hematopathology at Vanderbilt University and Thomas Jefferson University followed by a fellowship in Surgical Pathology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Goral is Board Certified in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology, Hematopathology and Clinical Informatics.
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- Member of Chester County Hospital 's Department of Physical Therapy
Mindy has been a member of Chester County Hospital's Department of Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine since 1998. She began in the Transitional Care Unit, assisted in various outpatient settings as needed and is currently in the Acute Care Department. Mindy has treated patients on all units within the hospital, including orthopaedics, cardiovascular and intensive care patients. She was an All-American gymnast at Temple University and graduated with a degree in Exercise Physiology and a minor in Health Sciences. She received her Physical Therapy Assistant degree from Alvernia College. Mindy also coaches gymnastics at the West Chester YMCA.
Dr. Delaney completed her undergraduate training at LaSalle University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She received a Master of Science Degree for clinical research in OB/GYN and her medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathy, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where she also completed her residency. Dr. Delaney is a Fellow in the American College of Osteopathy and is Board Certified by the American Board of Osteopathic Obstetrics and Gynecology. Her special areas of interest are obstetrics, gynecology, and the management of myomas and menorrhagia. Dr. Delaney was also selected as a 2007 Top Doc by Main Line Magazine. Dr. Delaney practices in West Chester, PA. Learn More!
Dr. Jan completed his fellowship at Temple University in Philadelphia. He has received numerous awards throughout his career. He is board certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology. Dr. Jan is the lead research physician with many clinical trials through West Chester Cardiology and Chester County Hospital. Dr. Jan is President-elect for Chester County Medical Society, the President of West Chester Cardiology and works as an Interventional and Clinical Cardiologist at Chester County Hospital where he is also Chairman of the Department of Medicine and Chief of Staff.
Dr. Duzy attended medical school at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Philadelphia, PA. He completed his internship at the Osteopathic Medical Center of Philadelphia, and completed his fellowship and residency at Lankenau Hospital in Wynnewood, PA. Dr. Duzy is a board-certified cardiologist and specializes in the spectrum of cardiovascular care - from education to disease prevention, imaging and treatment. He is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology and a member of the Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Society. He sees patients at Cardiology Consultants of Philadelphia at Penn Medicine Southern Chester County in West Grove and the Kennett Medical Building on McFarlan Road in Kennett Square.
Job Titles:
- Medical Oncologist
- Member of Chester County Hospital 's Medical Staff
Dr. Michele Tedeschi has been a member of Chester County Hospital's medical staff since 1997. She received her medical degree and completed an internship and residency in Internal Medicine at Temple University where she was Chief Resident. Following several years of practice as a primary care physician, Dr. Tedeschi completed fellowship training in Hematology and Oncology at the Fox Chase Cancer Center, serving as Chief Fellow from 2002-2003. She is board-certified in Internal Medicine and Oncology.
Dr. Tedeschi is a medical oncologist with Penn Hematology/Oncology and has been recognized as a "Top Doc" by Main Line Today magazine.
A member of Chester County Hospital's medical staff since 2015, Monika received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Immaculata University. She received her Master of Science in Nursing from Wilmington University in Delaware and is a certified Advanced Oncology Nurse Practitioner.
A member of Chester County Hospital's medical staff since 2007, Nancy received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Immaculata University. She received her Master of Science in Nursing from Wilmington University in Delaware and is a certified Adult Nurse Practitioner. Nancy practices at Penn Hematology/Oncology in West Chester and Kennett Square.
Dr. Kurey completed her undergraduate training in biology and fine arts at Dickinson College, Carlisle, Pennsylvania and received her Master's of Science in Anatomy and medical degree from Hahnemann University Medical School, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She completed her residency at Lankenau Hospital, Wynnewood, Pennsylvania. Dr. Kurey is a Fellow in the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is Board Certified by the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Kurey is also a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society and in 2001, was named Top Doc of the Main Line. Her special areas of interests are High-Risk Obstetrics, Laparoscopy, and Adolescent Gynecology. Dr. Kurey practices in West Chester, PA and Kennett Square, PA.
Dr. Alfieri attended medical school at Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, PA. He completed his residency and fellowship at the Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, PA. Dr. Alfieri is a board-certified cardiologist who specializes in all aspects of cardiac care. His focus of care is in preventive cardiology. He is a member of the American College of Cardiology, American College of Physicians and American Medical Association. He sees patients at Cardiology Consultants of Philadelphia in West Chester, Kennett Square and West Grove, PA.
Priscilla graduated from University of Massachusetts, Amherst with a BA in Sociology. She worked as an activities therapist in a psychiatric hospital for children in Massachusetts where she was introduced to the field of Occupational Therapy. She returned to graduate school to pursue her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Tufts University in Medford, Massachusetts in 1996. She began her occupational therapy career at the Wilmington Hospital Center for Rehabilitation and worked there in acute rehabilitation, acute care and outpatient brain injury for 15 years. She has experience working as an Occupational Therapist in the education system, sub-acute rehab and long term acute care (LTACH). She began working at County Hospital per diem in October 2016 and transitioned to full time in May 2018.
Dr. Mallya graduated summa cum laude from Trenton State College, now known as The College of New Jersey. He graduated from UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School and completed an internship, residency and fellowship at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Dr. Mallya is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Nuclear Cardiology, and Echocardiography. He is trained in cardiovascular computed tomography. Dr. Mallya's special interests include preventative cardiology, non-invasive imaging, hemodynamics, and cardiac disease in South Asians. Dr. Mallya is an associate of Chester County Cardiology Associates and sees patients in its offices in Kennett Square and West Chester.
Dr. Gadi earned his medical degree at Kilpauk Medical College in India. He completed his residency at Abington Memorial Hospital and finished his fellowship at Albert Einstein Medical Center. Board certified in the field of Internal Medicine, he practices at West Chester Cardiology.
Rebecca Miller has been a member of the team since 2008. She graduated from the Community College of Rhode Island in 2005 and has been active as a Physical Therapy Assistant ever since -- first in Rhode Island and now here in Pennsylvania. She has been a part of the aquatic program here at Chester County Hospital since 2008 and holds an Aquatic Therapy Rehab Institute Certification as well as teaches a Joints for Life aquatic exercise class open to former patients and the community. She works as part of the regular weekend staff in the acute care setting. She is also part of the Hand Therapy staff. Her past experience includes orthopedics, neurological rehabilitation, spine rehab, and vestibular/balance conditions.
A member of Chester County Hospital's medical staff since 2019, Regina received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from York College of Pennsylvania and her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Pennsylvania's School of Nursing. She is certified as an Advanced Oncology Nurse Practitioner as well as an Adult Acute Care Nurse Practitioner.
Job Titles:
- Medical Director of Electrophysiology Services
Dr. Hui is Medical Director of Electrophysiology Services at Chester County Hospital. He received a medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston after being awarded a PhD in bio-organic chemistry from M.I.T. He completed a fellowship in cardiology and internal medicine and a subspecialty fellowship in electrophysiology at John Hopkins Hospital. He is board certified in cardiovascular disease and electrophysiology. Dr. Hui sees patients at Chester County Cardiology's West Chester office.
Job Titles:
- Medical Director, Occupational Medicine Services
Dr. Mansfield completed his undergraduate training at Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and received his medical degree from UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School. He completed his residency in Obstetrics/Gynecology at the University of Maryland, in Baltimore. Dr. Mansfield is a Fellow in the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is Board Certified by the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Pennsylvania and has special expertise in High-Risk Pregnancy, Infertility, Advanced Operative Laparoscopy and Urogynecology. Dr. Mansfield practices in West Chester, PA; Dowingtown, PA and Lionville, PA. Learn More!
A member of Chester County Hospital Medical Staff since 1987, Dr. Ziegler received his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University. He completed an internship and residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, and a fellowship in sports medicine at Lankenau Hospital. He is Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery. He has been in private practice since 1984, joining Chester County Orthopaedics Associates, Ltd., in 1987.
Dr. Falcone is a graduate of the Medical College of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. She completed her internship and residency in Internal Medicine along with a Cardiovascular Fellowship at the University Of Michigan Hospital. She had sub-specialty training in echocardiography. Dr. Falcone is a noninvasive cardiologist who is Board Certified in Cardiovascular Medicine. She is a partner at Chester County Cardiology Associates and is also the Director of the outpatient accredited Echocardiography Laboratories. Her other areas of expertise include management of coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, peripheral artery disease, cardiac arrhythmias and cardiac valvular diseases. She sees patients at the Kennett Square and West Chester offices of Chester County Cardiology.
A member of Chester County Hospital Medical Staff since 1984, Dr. Huxster received his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University. He completed an internship at Bryn Mawr Hospital, a residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and a fellowship at The Hand Rehabilitation Center at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. He is Board Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery and a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr Huxter has been in private practice since 1984, joining Chester County Orthopaedics Associates, Ltd., in 1997. He served as Chief of Chester County Hospital Medical Staff from 1997 to 1999, and he has been seen playing bass guitar in the popular Medical Staff Blues Band.
Sandy joined Chester County Hematology Oncology Services in 2001. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Thomas Jefferson University and her Master of Science in Nursing from Neumann University. She is certified as an Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner. She earned her chemotherapy certification from the University of Pennsylvania and her oncology certification from the Oncology Nursing Society.
Sandy is currently a Nurse Practitioner at the Abramson Cancer Center at Chester County Hospital and is the Survivorship Nurse Practitioner for the cancer program.
She practices at Penn Hematology/Oncology in West Chester, Exton and Kennett Square.
Job Titles:
- Chief, Cardiovascular Surgery, Pennsylvania Hospital / Professor of Clinical Surgery
Dr. Furukawa specializes in open and minimally invasive surgery (including video thoracoscopic surgery), cardiac and lung transplantation, lung volume reduction surgery (LVRS), mitral valve repair, transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), aortic surgery, off-pump bypass surgery, bullectomy and long-term mechanical circulatory support. He also has an interest in stress management and alternative medicine after surgery. His other clinical specialties include minimally invasive cardiac surgery, high risk cardiac surgery (aortic, mitral and redo), and off-pump ventricular assist device implantation surgery.
Upon receiving his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Dr. Furukawa completed residencies in general and cardiothoracic surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He went on to complete fellowships in lung transplantation at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Temple University Hospital.
Dr. Furukawa comes to Chester County Hospital from Pennsylvania Hospital where he presently serves as chief of cardiovascular surgery. He is board certified in thoracic surgery and general surgery.
Job Titles:
- Co - Chairman, Department of Pathology / Medical Director of Anatomic Pathology
A member of Chester County Hospital Medical Staff since 1989, Dr. Saul graduated from the University of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine. He completed an internship and residency in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, serving as Chief Resident in 1983. He then served for six years as a surgical pathologist at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Saul is Board Certified in Anatomic and Clinical Pathology. He is Adjunct/Clinical Professor, Departments of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Jefferson Medical College, Temple University School of Medicine and the Drexel University School of Medicine. He is Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. He has many authored articles published in peer review journals and book chapters dealing with gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary neoplasms. He has lectured locally and nationally and was selected as the 2005 Shelly Lecturer for the Department of Pathology at the Johns Hopkins University. In January, 2009 he was the featured lecturer at the Philadelphia Pathology Society on topics in gastrointestinal pathology, including gastrointestinal oncology. Dr. Saul is consulted regularly by pathologists and clinicians regarding challenging cases in gastrointestinal diseases. He serves as coordinator of the Hospital's weekly Tumor Conference, is a member of the gastrointestinal and lung multidisciplinary team, and is a member of Chester County Hospital's Cancer Committee.
Specializing in Vascular Surgery, Dr. Ryan graduated from Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia. He completed an internship and residency at Pennsylvania Hospital in Philadelphia and a fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Ryan has joined Surgical Specialists, P.C.
Dr. Mark attended medical school at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. She completed her internship and Internal Medicine residency at Weill Cornell New York Presbyterian Hospital and her Cardiology fellowship at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Mark is board certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine and board eligible in Cardiovascular Disease, Echocardiography, and Nuclear Cardiology. Dr. Mark has special interest in advanced imaging, preventive Cardiology and women's cardiovascular health, and health disparities. She is a member of the American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association, and National Lipid Association.
Dr. Sherif recently completed a spine fellowship at Penn Medicine, after also completing a spine fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital. He received a Master's Degree in Biology from Tanta University and his Medical Degree from Cairo University. He specializes in Orthopaedic Spine Surgery including degenerative spine disease, minimally invasive spine surgery, adult spine deformity, spine trauma, spine infections and tumors.
A member of Chester County Hospital's staff since 2004, Stefanie has over 17 years of experience in the field of Physical Therapy and has specialized in the field of Neonatal and Developmental Physical Therapy since 2002. She received her masters and doctorate degrees in Physical Therapy from Temple University. Stefanie is certified as a Neonatal Touch and Massage Therapist since 2015. She is the lead NICU PT and also the coordinator of the Developmental Follow Up Clinic for NICU graduates. Stefanie is an active member of NANT, the National Association of Neonatal Therapists. She routinely trains Neonatal and Pediatric staff nurses about the latest techniques in developmental care for neonates and infants. She is active in creating policies to improve the NICU environment for developing preemies. She also is the chair of the Developmental Care Committee, which furthers developmental care for our littlest patients here at Chester County Hospital.
Stephanie joined the Chester County Hospital rehabilitation team in 2017. She earned her bachelor's degree in Kinesiology with a concentration in Pre-Physical Therapy from West Chester University and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Florida Gulf Coast University. Stephanie has a passion for education and worked as a Teacher's Assistant to both undergraduate and doctoral programs at Florida Gulf Coast University. She has been an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association since 2014.
Dr. Liu is a board-certified Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in disorders of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand. Dr. Liu received his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his internship and residency in orthopaedic surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He completed a fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in hand and upper extremities.
Dr. Steven Weiss has extensive experience in high-risk, off-pump and all-arterial conduit coronary bypass surgery. He has a special interest in valve repair and minimally invasive cardiac surgery. He is focused on patient safety science and improving the detection and delivery of care to cardiac valve disease patients.
Dr. Weiss has more than 25 years of clinical cardiac surgery experience most recently as director of cardiothoracic surgery at Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital. He received his medical degree from the Medical College of Pennsylvania and his MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Weiss completed a general surgery residency at Presbyterian Medical Center, cardiothoracic surgery residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center and chief residency at the University of Maryland Health System. He went on to complete a fellowship at Cleveland Clinic.
Dr. Weiss is board certified in thoracic and cardiac surgery and is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, American College of Cardiology and American College of Chest Physicians.
Susannah graduated from the University of Maine with a B.S. in Business Administration / Marketing. She received her Master's degree in Physical Therapy from Widener University in 1998. She started working for Chester County Hospital at our out-patient facilities from 1998 - 2005. She has worked in the inpatient acute care department since 2007 and is currently the Lead Physical Therapist for the Weekend Therapy Program - WIN.
Dr. Benn is a graduate of Loyola University Medical Center and served her residency at Barnes-Jewish Hospital - Washington University, St. Louis. She received her board certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology in 2015. Dr. Benn practices at Penn Ob/Gyn, with offices in Exton, PA; West Chester, PA and West Grove, PA. Learn More About My Practice!
Dr. Boyek completed his undergraduate training in Biology at Wilkes University as part of a six-year accelerated training program to receive his medical degree from Hahnemann University in Philadelphia. A General Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology fellowship was completed at the Medical College of Pennsylvania. He currently is board certified in Cardiovascular Diseases as well as Interventional Cardiology. He remains active in multiple clinical research trials at Chester County Hospital.
Recently, he has been instrumental in establishing a primary angioplasty program for the treatment of heart attacks (acute myocardial infarctions) at Chester County Hospital. This primary angioplasty program is the first of its type in Chester County. Dr. Boyek is the Medical Director of the Cardiac Diagnostic Interventional Catheterization Laboratories at Chester County Hospital and is a partner at Chester County Cardiology Associates. Dr. Boyek sees patients at their West Chester office.
A member of Chester County Hospital Medical Staff since 2007, Dr. Michener graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in Nashville, TN. He completed an Orthopaedic Surgery residency at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, and a Sports Medicine fellowship at Steadman Hawkins Clinic of the Carolinas in Spartanburg, SC. Dr. Michener practices general orthopaedics with concentrations in sports medicine and arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, knee, elbow and hip, including arthroscopic rotator cuff repair, tennis elbow release and knee ligament reconstruction. Board Eligible Orthopaedic Surgeon, Dr. Michener is in practice with Chester County Orthopaedic Associates.
A member of the team since 2007, Todd graduated from Misericordia University in 2004 with his Master of Science in Physical Therapy and completed his Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Shenandoah University in 2010. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. He completed his Certification to become an ergonomic assessment specialist (CEAS) through the Back School of Atlanta. He has completed additional continuing education courses in orthopedic manual therapy, sports strength and conditioning/rehab, and functional rehab. Todd is an APTA certified Clinical Instructor for Physical Therapy Students and currently serves as Chester County Hospital's Coordinator of Clinical Education (CCCE).
Dr. Warnick completed his undergraduate training in Biochemistry at Rutgers University, New Brunswick, New Jersey. He received his medical degree and completed a fellowship in Cardiovascular Medicine at Hahnemann University School of Medicine in Philadelphia. Dr. Warnick regularly lectures on multiple topics in Cardiology. He is the, Medical Director of the Congestive Heart Failure Clinic at Chester County Cardiology Associates; the Medical Director of Cardiac Rehabilitation and Co-Medical Director of the Heart Failure Program at Chester County Hospital. He has expertise in transthoracic, transesophageal echocardiography, and nuclear cardiology. Dr. Warnick is a partner at Chester County Cardiology Associates and sees patients at their West Chester and Kennett Square offices.
Job Titles:
- Medical Director of the Abramson Cancer Center
A member of Chester County Hospital's medical staff since 1993, Dr. William Luginbuhl serves as Medical Director of the Abramson Cancer Center at Chester County Hospital and Principal Investigator for cancer research trials.
Dr. Luginbuhl is a graduate of the University of Vermont. He completed an internship and residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Florida. He completed a fellowship in Hematology and Oncology at the University of Pennsylvania. He is board certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology and Oncology.
He is a medical oncologist with Penn Hematology/Oncology and has been recognized as a "Top Doc" by Main Line Today magazine.
Dr. Luginbuhl lives with his wife in West Chester and is proud to be a member of the community. He has two adult daughters, enjoys gardening and has an interest in antique cars.
Dr. Brazerol completed his undergraduate training at the Xavier University, Cincinnati, Ohio and received his medical degree from Wright State University School of Medicine, Dayton, Ohio. He completed his residency at the Pennsylvania Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Brazerol is a Fellow in the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is Board Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. His special areas of expertise are Obstetrics and Gynecology, with special interests in high risk obstetrics, adolescent gynecology, infertility, care of perimenopausal women and urogynecology. Dr. Brazerol was also selected as a 2007 Top Doc by Main Line Magazine. Dr. Brazerol practices at Penn Ob/Gyn, with offices in Exton, PA; West Chester, PA and West Grove, PA. Learn More About My Practice!