We would like to introduce you to our medical staff by giving you a brief overview of our physicians, nurse practitioners and our physicians assistant.

Physicians
Stephen J. Kupersmith, MD

Stephen J. Kupersmith, MD

 Mary E. Pagan, MD

Mary E. Pagan, MD

 Nicholas Lindberg, MD

Nicholas Lindberg, MD

Michael Chmielewski, MD, FACOG

Michael Chmielewski,
MD, FACOG

Susan Schwarz, PA-C

Lane Moskoff,
MD, FACOG

Nurse Practitioners

Annamarie G. Hellebusch, MSN, CRNP

Annamarie G. Hellebusch,
MSN, CRNP

Elizabeth Grasmeder-Smith

Elizabth Grasmeder-Smith,
CRNP, MSN

What is a Nurse Practitioner (NP)?
Nurse Practitioners are registered nurses with specialized education which includes a Master’s degree in Nursing and National Certification.  They are licensed through the State Board of Nursing.  They are educated to provide health care to women throughout the lifespan.   They focus on health maintenance, disease management, counseling and education.

Physician Assistant

Susan Schwarz, PA-C

Susan Schwarz, PA-C

What is a Physician Assistant?
Physician Assistants have advanced clinical education with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees and take a national recertifying exam every 6 years.  Physician Assistants are licensed through the State Board of Medicine.  They also focus on health maintenance, disease management, counseling and education.

The Role of Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants

Both Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants perform a multitude of functions in collaboration and consultation with Physicians.  Their practice includes wellness exams and Pap smears as well as evaluating and treating vaginal infections, menstrual problems, ovarian cysts, fibroids, pelvic pain, STD testing, contraception, menopause, breast conditions, infertility and lifestyle counseling.

 The Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistant at Stoneridge share years of experience and expertise in Women’s Health Care.  They look forward to serving your health care needs.