Amy Roberson, PA-C
Amy Roberson, PA-C
Specialty: Gynecology
Trust Amy Roberson, PA-C for High Quality Gynecological Care
As we continue to evolve to meet and exceed the needs of area residents, the CMH healthcare community is proud to welcome Amy Roberson, PA-C to our Center for Women's Health at Hamilton Medical Services. She brings an extraordinary level of expertise that allows us to advance our commitment to providing world-class women's healthcare.
Areas of Specialty Include:
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Gynecology
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Assisting in gynecological surgeries
Learn More About Amy Roberson, PA-C
Roberson is a certified Physician Assistant. She began her career in 2007 in emergency medicine before moving into gynecology and obstetrics in 2008. Roberson holds a bachelor's degree in biology from Elizabethtown College in Elizabethtown, PA, and completed her masters in physician assistant studies at Le Moyne College in Syracuse, NY. She is affiliated with the American Academy of Physician Assistants, New York State Society of Physician Assistants, and the Association of Physician Assistants in OB-GYN.
Roberson was born and raised in the Thousand Islands along the St. Lawrence River. She and her husband currently reside in Central New York with their son. In her spare time, she enjoys running, traveling, and spending time with her family.
Isaiah J. Hammonds, MD
Isaiah J. Hammonds, MD
Specialty: Internal Medicine
Trust Isaiah J. Hammonds, MD for High Quality Healthcare
As we continue to evolve to meet and exceed the needs of area residents, the CMH healthcare community is proud to welcome Isaiah J. Hammonds to our Family Health Center in Waterville. He brings an extraordinary level of expertise that allows us to advance our commitment to providing world-class family healthcare.
Areas of Specialties Include:
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Internal Medicine
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Community Wellness
Learn More About Isaiah J. Hammonds, MD
Hammonds is a board-eligible medical doctor. Dr. Hammonds earned his medical degree from the American University of Antigua College of Medicine and is a graduate of Excelsior University (formerly Regents college) in Albany, NY. He completed his residency and training at Interfaith Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY.
Hammonds resides locally with his wife. He has three adult children, two daughters and a son. He enjoys spending time with his family and friends doing outdoor activities, especially anything near water.
Nicholas Qandah, DO
Nicholas Qandah, DO
Specialty: Orthopedics
As we continue to evolve to meet and exceed the needs of area residents, the CMH healthcare community is proud to welcome Dr. Nicholas Qandah to our organization. He brings an extraordinary level of expertise that allows us to advance our commitment to providing world-class orthopedic care.
Exceptionally skilled. Highly experienced. Services include:
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Percutaneous kyphoplasty
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Epidural/facet injections
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Radio frequency ablations
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Spinal cord stimulator trials
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Stereotactic radiosurgery
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Lumbar/cervical fusions
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Laminectomy
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Discectomy
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Disc replacement arthroplasty
Trust Dr. Qandah for advanced orthopedic care with proven results.
Dr. Qandah is a board-certified neurosurgeon. He completed his medical degree at Midwestern University AZCOM in Glendale, Arizona. He is trained in both Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Spine. Dr. Qandah completed Neurosurgical Residency training at the Virginia Tech Carilion Clinic in Roanoke, Virginia and was awarded the AO Complex Spine Fellowship in Orthopedics and Neurosurgery at the University of Washington-Harborview in Seattle, Washington.
Dr. Qandah's Achievements:
- Neurosurgery Residency, Virginia Tech Carilion Clinic
- AO Complex Spine Fellow, Spine Fellow Departments of Orthopedic & Neurosurgery
- University of Washington, Harborview Medical Center, Orthopedic Complex Deformity Spine
- Midwestern University, Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine
- University of Michigan, Bachelor of Science
- Neurosurgery Board Certified
- Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical License Examination
- New York State License, Virginia State License
- American Board of Osteopathic Neurosurgery
- Association of Collaborative Spine & Research
- Vitals.com Patient Service Award
- Top Doc Neurosurgery Southwest Virginia
Dr. Qandah’s passion is centered around healing. Patients from all over New York State credit Dr. Qandah with repairing spinal cord injuries, alleviating neck pain, back pain, sciatica, scoliosis and vertebral fractures (broken back). He has extensive knowledge on brain injuries and performing minimally invasive brain and spine surgeries. Dr. Qandah resides in New Hartford, NY with his wife and four children.
Eric Engelbrecht Sr., PA
Eric Engelbrecht Sr., PA
Specialty: Emergency Medicine
Trust Eric Engelbrecht SR., PA for High Quality Emergency Care
As we continue to evolve to meet and exceed the needs of area residents, the CMH healthcare community is proud to welcome Eric Engelbrecht to Community Memorial Hospital. He brings an extraordinary level of expertise that allows us to advance our commitment to providing world-class community healthcare.
Learn More About Eric Engelbrecht Sr., PA
Engelbrecht Sr. is a certified Physician Associate. His career in the medical field spans an impressive four decades starting as an EMT in 1978. He earned his Master of Medical Science, Emergency Medicine from Alderson Broaddus Unversity in West Virginia and his Bachelor of Science, Physician Assistant from R.I.T. in Rochester, NY. He is a member of the Society of Emergency Medicine Physician Associates (SEMPA).
His passion for the field has led him to teach clinical Emergency Medicine to students for the past 28 years. Engelbrecht Sr. recently returned to the area with his wife, Bonnie. He enjoys spending time with his 3 sons and 12 grandchildren, repairing old houses, and ocean fishing.
Sherri Loucks, NP
Sherri Loucks, FNP-C
Specialty: Cardiology
Trust Sherri Loucks, FNP-C for High Quality Cardiac Care
As we continue to evolve to meet and exceed the needs of area residents, the CMH healthcare community is proud to welcome Sherri Loucks to Community Memorial Cardiology Center. She brings an extraordinary level of expertise that allows us to advance our commitment to providing world-class community healthcare.
Areas of Specialty Include:
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Cardiovascular disease management
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ECG interpretation
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Cardiac device management
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Acute and chronic disease management
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Hospital medicine
Learn More About Sherri Loucks, FNP-C
Loucks is a certified Family Nurse Practicioner (FNP). She brings an impressive career with over two decades of expertise in both inpatient and outpatient cardiology care and hospital medicine in the Utica region. She earned her Masters of Science in Nursing from SUNY Health Science Center in Syracuse, NY, and her Family Nurse Practitioner certification from Community-General Hospital in Syracuse, NY. She is also a graduate of Utica College of Syracuse University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Loucks's commitment to excellence is evident through her participation in Nurse Practitioner Clinical Preceptor programs and her recognition with the President's Award for Voluntary Faculty Services from SUNY Upstate Medical University.
Michele Brennan-Vuocolo, DNP, FNP-BC
Michele Brennan-Vuocolo, DNP, FNP-BC
Specialty: Family Medicine
Trust Michele Brennan-Vuocolo, FNP-BC for High Quality Family Healthcare
As we continue to evolve to meet and exceed the needs of area residents, the CMH healthcare community is proud to welcome Michele Brennan-Vuocolo to our Family Health Center in Morrisville. She brings an extraordinary level of expertise that allows us to advance our commitment to providing world-class family healthcare.
Areas of Specialty Include:
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Family Medicine
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Adult & Geriatric Internal Medicine
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Cardiology
Learn More About Michele Brennan-Vuocolo
Brennan-Vuocolo is a board-certified Family Nurse Practicioner (FNP). Her remarkable 35-year journey includes 11 years of dedicated service as a staff RN, charge nurse, and preceptor in diverse units, including med-surgical, intensive care, PACU, and emergency care within hospitals in the Central New York region. Her extensive clinical background laid the foundation for her subsequent career as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Brennan-Vuocolo received her Master's degree in Family Health and Family Nurse Practitioner in 1995. She received her Doctorate of Nursing Practice in 2020, both degrees from Binghamton University.
Michele Brennan-Vuocolo is affiliated with esteemed professional organizations, including the Nurse Practitioner Association, American Nurse Practitioner Association, and Sigma Theta Tau, reflecting her commitment to the highest standards of nursing practice.
Kamal Banga, MD, FRCSC, ABOS, FAAOS
Kamal Banga, MD, FRCSC, ABOS, FAAOS
Specialty: Orthopedics
As we continue to evolve to meet and exceed the needs of area residents, the CMH healthcare community is proud to welcome Dr. Kamal Banga to our organization. He brings an extraordinary level of expertise that allows us to advance our commitment to providing world-class orthopedic care.
Exceptionally skilled. Highly experienced. Services include:
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Upper Extremity Care
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Fracture Trauma Care (open/closed)
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Total Joint Arthroplasty of Hips, Elbows, and Shoulders (total and reverse)
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Knee Scope including ACL and Meniscus Repair
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Shoulder Scope including Rotator Cuff, Bicep & Labrum Repair
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Hand Injuries (trauma, carpal tunnel, cubital tunnel, and trigger finger)
Trust Dr. Kamal Banga for advanced orthopedic care with proven results.
Dr. Banga is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon. He completed his medical degree at Punjab University in India with fellowships at McMaster University in Upper Extremities and Orthopedic Surgery as well as Orthopedic Sports Medicine at Western Ontario University.
Dr. Banga's Achievements:
- American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS)
- Fellow of American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS)
- Fellow of Royal College of Surgeons of Canada
- Diplomate of DNB, Orthopedics, India
- Member of American Orthopaedic Society of Sports Medicine (AOSSM)
When not caring for patients, he is an active member of his community volunteering at the Samaritan Center and with several volunteer programs through his church. He enjoys playing badminton and outdoor activities like biking and ATVs. Dr. Banga lives in Central New York with his wife, two sons, and dog.
Frank Walczak, PA-C, ATC
Frank Walczak, PA-C, ATC, CSCS
Specialty: Orthopedics
As we continue to evolve to meet and exceed the needs of area residents, the CMH healthcare community is proud to welcome Frank Walczak to our organization. He brings an extraordinary level of expertise that allows us to advance our commitment to providing world-class orthopedic care.
Exceptionally skilled. Highly experienced. Services include:
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Athletic Training
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Wound Closure
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Intra-articular Joint Injection
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Casting & Splinting
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Joint Aspiration
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Team-Based Practice
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Patient EMR Documentation
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Patient Education
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Interdisciplinary Patient Care
Trust Frank Walczak, PA-C, ATC, CSCS for advanced orthopedic care with proven results.
Frank Walczak is a board-certified Physician Associate. He was born and raised in Utica, NY. Frank is a graduate of Physician Assistant Studies from Le Moyne College and Kinesiology with a concentration in Athletic Training from SUNY Cortland. He completed rotations in Emergency Services, Neurosurgery, General Surgery, Family Medicine, Pediatrics, and Orthopedics.
Frank Walczak's Achievements:
- NCCPA Certified Physician Associate (PA-C)
- NYS Physician Assistant
- NATABOC Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)
- NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
When not caring for patients, he enjoys hiking, spending time outdoors and on the water, watching sports, and staying active.
Michael Kiger, PA