Radiculopathy near Springfield, OH

Biography: Beth A. Berrettoni, MD, is a graduate of Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. She completed her Orthopaedic Surgery Residency at Mt. Sinai Medical Center in Cleveland and was a Hand Fellow at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh. During her years of training, Dr. Berrettoni has been active in research, and has had her work presented in national medical publications. Dr. Berrettoni is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and has obtained the Certificate of Added Qualifications for Surgery of the Hand. She is a member of The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Society for Surgery of the Hand.

Biography: Jason Schatzel, MD is a graduate of the Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine in Rootstown, OH. He completed his residency in internal medicine at Akron City Hospital in Akron, OH. Dr. Schatzel is certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Schatzel is an internal medicine physician committed to providing patient-centered care. He has a particular interest in the diagnosis and management of prevalent chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension (high blood pressure), and hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol, including high triglycerides). His comprehensive practice includes the treatment of thyroid disease, depression, anxiety, COPD, asthma, and congestive heart failure, alongside a strong emphasis on preventative counseling. Dr. Schatzel offers convenient on-site services including A1c and urine testing, as well as vaccinations, EKGs, physical examinations, and certain joint injections. He believes in fostering a collaborative partnership with his patients to achieve their health goals. Dr. Schatzel's passion for understanding the interconnectedness of bodily systems and his commitment to holistic care led him to specialize in internal medicine. He values the opportunity to address a wide spectrum of illnesses while prioritizing preventative strategies. Outside of his professional life, Dr. Schatzel enjoys staying active through exercise and hiking, cultivating his garden, and spending quality time with his family.

Biography: Desiree N. Vance, CNP received her Master of Science in Nursing from Ohio University in Athens, OH in 2016. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Wright State University in Dayton, OH in 2010. Desiree is certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner from the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Desiree has been a registered nurse since 2010.

Biography: Brenda Chewning, CNP received her Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, from Ohio University in 2019. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Wright State University in 2013. Brenda is certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She has been a registered nurse since 2013. She brings six years of experience as a labor and delivery nurse to her career as a family nurse practitioner.

Biography: Trisha Strayer, CNP received her Master of Science in Family Nurse Practitioner from Indiana Wesleyan University in 2016. Trisha received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Ohio University in 2013 and her Associate of Science in Nursing in 2011. She is board certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Trisha has been a registered nurse since 2011. She brings her experience as a telemetry and mother baby care nurse to her career as a family nurse practitioner.

Biography: Ramamohan Chunduri, MD, received his medical degree MBBS Andhra Medical College (India), and completed his residency at Worcester City Hospital (MA). Dr. Chunduri has served as a an assistant clinical professor of internal medicine at Wright State University. Dr. Chunduri is board certified in internal medicine.

Biography: Abdul Butman, MD is a graduate of Al-Azhar University and Al-Azhar Medical School in Cairo, Egypt. He completed his residency in internal medicine at the Wright State University School of Medicine in Dayton. Dr. Butman is certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He has a special interest in diabetes. Dr. Butman has been with Premier Health Internal Medicine of Englewood since 1993.

Biography: Tiffany Karas, PA earned earned her Bachelor of Science degree at Otterbein University in 2011 and Master's of Physician Assistant Studies at Kettering College in 2014. She provides a wide variety of services including well child exams and sports physicals, adult physicals, immunizations, chronic disease management, newborn through adolescent care, and preventative care. She also offers same day acute appointments.

Biography: David Mesker, MD is a graduate of Wright State University and Wright State University School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Good Samaritan Hospital (closed in 2018) in Dayton. Dr. Mesker is certified in Family Practice by the American Board of Family Practice.

Biography: Irina A. Gendler, MD is a board certified family medicine physician who earned her medical degree from Novosibirsk State Medical University, Novosibirsk, Russia. She is also board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology after completing two residencies in Russia. In the U.S., Dr. Gendler completed a family practice residency at Dayton Community Family Practice, Dayton, OH in 2006. She is fluent in English and Russian. Dr. Gendler has received many honors during her training: Academic Excellency Scholarship, Nikolay I. Pirogov Senior Student Award, Leadership Award, and Intern of the Year award. She has been a clinical instructor for medical students and participated in many volunteer activities receiving the Annual Volunteer Award for her service. Dr. Gendler is currently a member of the American Medical Association, American Academy of Family Physicians and Ohio Academy of Family Physicians. She holds medical licenses in Ohio and California.

Biography: Misty Manuel, APRN-CNP, AGNP-C received her Master of Science in Nursing, Adult-Gerontology, from the University of Cincinnati in Cincinnati, OH in 2019. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Ohio University in Athens, Ohio in 2013 and her Associate Degree of Applied Science in Nursing from Sinclair Community College in Dayton, OH in 2007. Misty is certified as an Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner by the American Academy of Nurses Practitioners. She has been a registered nurse since 2007. She brought 12 years of experience as an intensive care nurse to her career as an Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner.

Biography: Rebecca A. Boatman, APRN-CNP, FNP-C received her Bachelor and Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner from Frontier Nursing University in Hyden, KY in 2018. She received her Associate of Applied Science in Nursing from Sinclair Community College in Dayton, OH in 2012. Rebecca is certified as a family nurse practitioner by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Rebecca has been a registered nurse since 2012. She brought four years of experience as a cardiac nurse to her career as a family nurse practitioner.

Biography: Dr. Heidrich is a graduate of A.T. Still University, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Kirksville, MO. He completed his residency at Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine and Miami Valley Hospital. Dr. Heidrich is board certified in family medicine. He is a member of a number of organizations including the American Academy of Family Physician, American Osteopathic Association, and Wilderness Medical Society.

Biography: Laura Kramer, PA-C received her Master in Physician Assistant Practice at 2017 and her Bachelor of Science in Biology in 2015, both from the University of Dayton. She is certified as a Physician Assistant from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. Laura is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and Ohio Association of Physician Assistants.

Biography: Amaal Salhieh, MD is a family doctor in Beavercreek, Ohio. She is a graduate of Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine where she also completed her family medicine residency. She is a member of the American Medical Association and Phi Rho Sigma. Dr. Salheih welcomes new patients.

Biography: Geetha Ambalavanan, MD, FAAFP is a board certified family physician providing comprehensive primary health care to patients of all ages, emphasizing disease prevention. Her special interests includes lipid management, smoking cessation and sleep disorders, in addition to chronic disease management. She has been with Premier Physician Network since 2007.

Biography: Anoopa Hodges, DO has shared her expertise in managing acute and chronic illness in the adult population, including geriatrics, since 2004. Dr. Hodges has focused on preventative care medicine in a personal and friendly atmosphere since 2009. As a doctor of osteopathic medicine, she is able to perform manipulative treatment as well. As a Primary Care Physician, she oversees all aspects of a patient's care and refers to specialists when necessary. She is Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Biography: Pradip Vyas, MD is a graduate of SMT NHL Municipal Medical College in Gujarat, India. He completed his internal medicine residency at Interfaith Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Vyas has been a primary care physician for more than 35 years.