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9434 Hospital Ave.
PO Box 1039
Nassawadox, VA
23413
(757) 414-0400 (P)
(757) 414-0569 (F)

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Meet the ESRHS Providers!

Below is a listing of all ESRHS medical and dental providers. You may browse the list or select by location:

Corporate - Atlantic - Bayview - Chincoteague - Franktown - Onley - Dental

Please note that our providers are unable to give medical advice via email. If you have a medical question, please call to make an appointment.

Corporate

	Dr. Blair Chick - Medical Director Dr. Chick graduated from the University of Kentucky Medical School and completed his residency at Edward W. Sparrow Lansing Hospital in Lansing, MI. Dr. Chick is a board certified Family Physician with over 24 years of experience in community health centers and rural medicine. He joined ESRHS in 2009.

Atlantic Community Health Center

	Dr. Jeanne Roll - Internal Medicine/Geriatrics Center Clinical Director Dr. Roll completed her undergraduate studies in pre-medicine at Pennsylvania State University. She received her Doctor of Medicine from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in Newark, New Jersey. She joined ESRHS in 1993.
	Mr. Robert Coniglio, part-time Physician Assistant,Certified Mr. Coniglio is a graduate of Emory & Henry College and received his Physician Assistant Certificate from the Medical College of South Carolina. Mr. Coniglio has past experience in Rehabilitative Services. He joined ESRHS in 1988.
	Dr. David Hoshino - Family Practice Dr. Hoshino completed his Pre-medical education at Princeton University, received his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and completed his residency training at the University of Vermont/Medical Center Hospital of Vermont. He joined ESRHS in 2000.
	Ms. Bonnie MacKellar - Physician Assistant Ms. MacKellar received her degree at the Jefferson College of Health Sciences. She has received several academic and professional awards such as being named to the President's List at Jefferson College of Health Sciences and recieving the US Army Commendation Medal. She joined ESRHS in 2008.

Ms. Ann Schlaefer - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

Ms. Schlaefer holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She received her Masters in Nursing and Pediatric Nurse Practitioner degrees from the University of Washington in Seattle, Washington. She joined ESRHS in 2004.

Ms. Melissa Smith - Family Nurse Practitioner

Ms. Smith completed her BS in Nursing from Radford University, Radford Virginia and her MS Family Nurse Practitioner from Virginia Commonwealth University - Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, Virginia. She joined ESRHS in 2008.

Dr. James Tompkins - Pediatrician

Dr. Tompkins completed his undergraduate degree at Hampden-Syndey College and graduated from the Vanderbilt School of Medicine in Nashville, TN. His pediatric residency was served at the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond, VA. He has served in the US Navy and private practice before coming to ESRHS. Dr. Tompkins joined ESRHS in 2010.

Bayview Community Health Center

	Ms. Maureen Morgan - Physician Assistant, Certified Center Clinical Director Ms. Morgan received her Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology from Salisbury University and received her Master of Physician Assistant Degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, Virginia. She joined ESRHS in 2003.
	Ms. Caroline Stowe - Nurse Practitioner Ms. Stowe graduated from Johns Hopkins University, Balitmore, MD and the College of Charleston. Before joining Eastern Shore Rural Health, she served as a Research Assistant at the Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing. Ms. Stowe's volunteer experience includes working with Medical Mission in Ankaasse, Ghana and the Ronald McDonald Children's House. She speaks both English & Spanish and enjoys traveling. Ms. Stowe joined ESRHS in 2010.
	Dr. Beverly Wilbur - Family Practice Dr. Wilbur graduated from the De Moines University Osteopathic Medical Center and completed her residency at Memorial Health University in Savannah, Georgia. She joined ESRHS in 2009.

Chincoteague Island Community Health Center

Dr. Ma. Carmelita C. Go - Family Practice
Center Clinical Director

Dr. Go received her Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology and Doctor of Medicine degrees from Divine Word University, Philippines. She is a Diplomate Certified in Internal Medicine from the Philippine College of Physicians, Philippines Specialty Board of Internal Medicine and completed residency training in Family Practice at Eastern Virginia Medical School, Ghent Family Practice. She joined ESRHS in 2004.

Dr. Daniel Cochran - Family Practice

Dr. Cochran graduated from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He comes to ESRHS after owning a private practice for 9 years, caring for patients of all ages. He, along with his wife and two daughters have been vacationing in Chincoteague for the past 14 years. His hobbies include biking, fishing & swimming. He joined ESRHS in 2010.

Ms. Ava Johnson - Family Nurse Practitioner

Ms. Johnson recieved her education and Family Nurse Practitioner certificate from Wilmington College, Georgetown, DE. She is certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. She joined ESRHS in 2008.

Franktown Community Health Center

	Dr. Joan Lingen - Family Medicine Center Clinical Director Dr. Lingen completed her Bachelor of Science in Biology & Chemistry from Clarke College in Dubuque, Iowa. She received her Doctor of Medicine from the Chicago Medical School in Chicago, Illinois and completed an internship and residency in Obstetrics & Gynecology at the Naval Hospital in San Diego, California. She joined ESRHS in 2006.
	Sister Ellen Farrell - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Sister Ellen received a Master of Nursing degree from Boston College, Boston, Massachusetts and Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Certification from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. She joined ESRHS in 1988.
	Ms. Lakeila Powell, Physician Assistant Ms. Powell graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, VA. She particularly enjoys the area of women's health, but is available to serve all members of our community. She joined ESRHS in 2009 .
	Dr. Cathy Riopel - Pediatrician Dr. Riopel completed her undergraduate studies in biology at Kenyon College in Gambier, Ohio. She is a 1987 graduate of the University of Virginia School of Medicine and completed her residency in Pediatrics in New Orleans, Louisiana, serving as Chief Resident at Charity Hospital, Louisiana State University. She joined ESRHS in 1992.
	Dr. David Riopel - Pediatrician Dr. Riopel completed his undergraduate studies in Economics and Premedicine at Davidson College. A graduate of the University of Virginia School of Medicine, he completed his residency in Pediatrics at Louisiana State University in New Orleans, Louisiana. He joined ESRHS in 1992.

Onley Community Health Center

Dr. Tom Hollandsworth - Family Practice
Center Clinical Director

Dr. Hollandsworth completed his undergraduate studies at the College of William & Mary, Williamsburg, Virginia and received his Doctor of Medicine from Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, Virginia. He completed his residency in Family Medicine at Michigan State University - Kalamazoo Center for Medical Studies. He joined ESRHS in 1999.

	Ms. Erin Bender - Physician Assistant Ms. Bender graduated from Midwestern University, Downers Grove, IL and Dickinson College, Carlisle, PA. Her interests include women's health, preventative medicine and patient education. Ms. Bender previously worked as an Emergency Department PA at Mt. Sinai Hospital, Chicago, IL and as an English Language Educator in Osaka, Japan. Ms. Bender joined ESRHS in 2010.
	Dr. Parker Dooley - Internal Medicine Dr. Dooley is a National Health Service Corps Scholar. He recieved his Doctor of Medicine from the University of California, Davis. He completed his residency and internship from the University of California Medical Center, Sacramento. Dr. Dooley has also done research and teaching in neurophysiology. He joined ESRHS in 1993.
	Ms. Nancy Hargis - Family Nurse Practicioner Ms. Hargis completed her Masters of Science in Nursing from Old Dominion University in Norfolk, VA. Her previous experience includes working in Emergency Departments and family practice offices. She is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and Emergency Nurses Association. Ms. Hargis joined ESRHS in 2007.
	Dr. Sue Moparty - Pediatrician Dr. Moparty graduated from Osmania Medical College, India and completed her residency at West Virginia University. She comes to ESRHS from Lee Regional Hospital in Pennington Gap, Virginia. She joined ESRHS in 2009.
	Mr. Nelson Santana - Physician Assistant Mr. Santana received his Master of Physician Assistant from Eastern Virginia Medical School after attending the State University of New York at Buffalo, Buffalo, N.Y. for undergraduate studies. He most recently worked in the Hampton, Va. area and is bilingual. Mr. Santana joined ESRHS in 2009.
	Dr. Jeremy Siegrist - Pediatrician Dr. Siegrist received his undergraduate degree from Johns Hopkins University and graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS) in Nofolk, VA. While at EVMS, he spent pediatric rotations with the Children's Hospital of King's Daughters. His pediatric residency was at the University of Nevada School of Medicine in Las Vegas. Dr. Siegrist is a Kung Fu instructor, only one belt away from his black belt. He speaks Spanish & Italian in addition to English as his native language. Dr. Siegrist joined ESRHS in 2010.
	Dr. Heather Stark - Family Practice Dr. Stark began her medical career as a Nurse Practitioner in Family Medicine. She received her Doctor of Medicine at McMaster University in Toronto, Ontario and completed her internship at St. Joseph Hospital in Hamilton, Ontario. She joined ESRHS in 2003.
	Dr. Stephen Vandenhoff - Family Practice Dr. Vandenhoff completed his residency with the Portsmouth Family Medicine Program at Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS). While there, he served as the Homeless Clinic Director. He is a graduate of the Drexel University College of Medicine, PA and the University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA. Dr. Vandenhoff joined ESRHS in 2010.
	Ms. Judith Wicklund - Adult Nurse Practitioner Ms. Wicklund completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Home Health Nursing and Gerontology at Radford University in Radford, Virginia. She received her Primary Care - Adult Nurse Practitioner Certificate from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. She joined ESRHS in 2003.

Dental

	Dr. Noel Root Dental Director Dr. Root holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology-Sociology from Kent State University in Ohio. He received his degree in Laboratory Technology from J. Sergeant Reynolds Community College and is a Doctor of Dental Surgery from Virginia Commonwealth University/Medical College of Virginia. Dr. Root is also a Clinical Professor at VCU/MCV. He joined ESRHS in 2004 .
	Dr. Jack Alexander Dr. Alexander completed his undergraduate studies at Georgetown College. He received his Doctor of Medical Dentistry from the University of Louisville. Dr. Alexander is retired from the United States Navy Corps and works part time in the school dental program. He joined ESRHS in 2005.
	Dr. Ed Griggs Dr. Griggs received his undergraduate degree from Virginia Polytechnic University, Blacksburg, VA. He graduated from the Medical College of Virginia School of Dentistry at Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Griggs owned a private practice in Richmond for the last 20 years, before moving to the Eastern Shore. He joined ESRHS in 2008.
	Dr. Stephanie Shelley Dr. Shelley holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Old Dominion University. She received her Doctor of Dental Surgery from Virginia Commonwealth University/Medical College of Virginia. She also completed a one year General Practice Residency at Fletcher Allen Hospital in Burlington, Vermont. She joined ESRHS in 2005.
	Dr. Mark Sorin Pediatric Dentist Dr. Mark Sorin graduated from the Temple University School of Dentistry, PA and received his Pediatric Dentistry Certificate from teh Medical College of Virginia School of Dentistry. He served as a Naval Dentist for 21 years, stationed all over the world. Dr. Sorin is a member of the American Dental Association, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Virginia Dental Association and several other professional organizations. He joined ESRHS in 2008.