Frank Barber, PA
Frank Barber, PA
Specialty: Orthopedics
Exceptionally skilled. Highly experienced.
As we continue to evolve to meet and exceed the needs of area residents, the CMH healthcare community is proud to welcome Frank Barber to our organization. He brings an extraordinary level of expertise that allows us to advance our commitment to providing world-class orthopedic care.
Trust Frank Barber, PA for advanced orthopedic care with proven results.
Frank Barber is a board-certified Physician Associate. He was born and raised in Rochester, NY. Frank is a graduate of the Interservice Physician Assistant Program and Masters of Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Nebraska. He completed his clinical rotation at the WINN Army Community Hospital in Fort Stewart, GA.
Frank Barber's Achievements:
- NCCPA Certified Physician Associate (PA-C)
- Member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants
- Certification in Aeromedical Physician Assistant
- Member of SAPA
Barber is an active member of the Air Force with an Iraqi War Medal and Bronze Star. When not at work, he enjoys spending time with his wife, three children, and five dogs.
Jackie Ireland, PA
Jackie Ireland, PA
Specialty: Emergency Medicine
Trust Jackie Ireland, PA for High Quality Orthopedic Care
As we continue to evolve to meet and exceed the needs of area residents, the CMH healthcare community is proud to welcome Jackie Ireland to the Center for Orthopedic Services. She brings an extraordinary level of expertise that allows us to advance our commitment to providing world-class community healthcare.
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Ireland is a certified Physician Associate. She has more than a decade of experience in orthopedics with specialized support in orthopedic spine surgery. Ireland received her BA in Biology and Masters in Physician Assistant Studies from Le Moyne College in 2013. She holds certifications with the National Commission on Certifications of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) and is professionally affiliated with the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) and the New York State Society of Physician Assistants (NYSSPA).
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, and dog as well as skiing and traveling.
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.
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.
Richelle Takemoto, MD
Richelle Takemoto, MD
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. Takemoto to our organization. She 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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Comprehensive fracture and sprain care
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Trauma, with fast access to additional specialists as needed
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Post-traumatic reconstruction
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Total joint arthroplasty of hips, knees and shoulders
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Carpal tunnel surgery, cubital tunnel surgery
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Trigger finger release
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Achilles and quadriceps tendon repair
Trust Dr. Takemoto for advanced orthopedic care with proven results.
Dr. Takemoto is a board-certified Orthopedic surgeon who completed fellowship training in Orthopedic Trauma. Dr. Takemoto is originally from Honolulu, Hawaii. She is a graduate of Temple University School of Medicine, where she earned her MD in 2002. She completed a residency in orthopedic surgery from NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases in New York City under the tutelage of renowned surgeon, Dr. Joseph Zuckerman. After that, she completed the Altman Fellowship in Orthopedic Trauma at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh.
Dr. Takemoto’ Achievements:
- First female to perform VELYSTM Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement
- Has performed more VELYSTM Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacements than any female in the world
- First surgeon to perform over 100 VELYSTM Robotic-Assisted surgeries
- Board Certified, American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
- Member, Orthopaedic Trauma Association
- Member, AO North America
- Member, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery
Dr. Takemoto is an avid fan of combat sports and when she is not in the operating room or seeing patients, she enjoys spending time competing in jujitsu and hunting and fishing with her family.