Our Healthcare Team
- Thomas Armbruster, MD Somers Point, NJ
- Stephen Bushay, MD Northfield, NJ
- Jason Chew, DO Ocean City, NJ
- Marna A Cutler, DO Northfield, NJ
- Patrick Eye, APRN-BC Marmora, NJ
- Dawn Gadon, RN, APN-C Little Egg Harbor, NJ
- Jolene Ganiel, APN North Cape May, NJ | Wildwood Crest, NJ
- Ronald Gelzunas, DO North Wildwood, NJ
- Mary Ann Haflin, DO North Wildwood, NJ
- Denise Hemby, APN North Cape May, NJ | Wildwood Crest, NJ
- Melissa Hutchison, MD Marmora, NJ
- Neil B. Paulvin, DO Ocean City, NJ
- Donna Pherribo, DO Hammonton, NJ
- Richard A. Renza, DO North Cape May, NJ | Wildwood Crest, NJ
- Elise M. Rohana, APN North Cape May, NJ | Wildwood Crest, NJ
- Jacqueline M. Russell, APN North Cape May, NJ | Wildwood Crest, NJ
- Anthony Salvo, MD, FAAFP Hammonton, NJ
- Philip H. Whiting, DO Little Egg Harbor, NJ
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Thomas Armbruster, MD
Thomas Armbruster, MD, graduated with a medical degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. He earned national certification in his specialty from the American Board of Family Medicine and is a member of the American Academy of Family Ph ysicians. In addition to family medicine, Dr. Armbruster’s areas of subspecialty include occupational medicine (the diagnosis and treatment of workplace injuries) and urgent care for non-life-threatening, minor medical emergencies. Outside of his professional practice, Dr. Armbruster, an experienced scuba diver and marine biologist, is the president and founder of the SandyHook SeaLife Foundation. This organization is dedicated to the protection and preservation of endangered marine animals and environments. He also has authored The Swordfish Hunters, a first-hand account of his experiences upon an off-shore commercial fishing boat. |
| Stephen Bushay, MD Northfield, NJ Click for practice details
Dr. Bushay’s practice philosophy involves caring for each patient as an individual person with unique problems and needs. He has special interest in adolescent medicine – caring for patients often caught between pediatricians and “adult” doctors. His other interests include the care and medical management of people with asthma and diabetes. |
| Jason Chew, DO Ocean City, NJ Click for practice details
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| Marna A. Cutler, DO Northfield, NJ Click for practice details “My training has prepared me to provide care for patients with both chronic and urgent conditions. I enjoy opportunities to build trusting relationships with my patients and to help them create a foundation of education about their medical care and treatment. Marna A. Cutler, DO, is known for providing highly compassionate patient care and for involving patients into decisions relating to their medical care and treatment. She chose the field of family medicine because of her interest in providing continuity of care throughout one’s lifetime and the dynamic of seeing multiple generations within the same family. Dr. Cutler graduated from the She is board certified in family practice and osteopathic manipulation treatment by the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians. In addition, Dr. Cutler is a member of the New Jersey Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons, the |
| Patrick Eye, APRN-BC Marmora, NJ Click for practice details
Patrick Eye is a board-certified, advance practice family nurse practitioner. He earned a bachelor's degree in nursing from the University of Maryland and a master's in nursing from Johns Hopkins University, where he received the Hopkins Nurse Scholar Award. Mr. Eye has a special interest in men's health. He is also certified by the State of New Jersey to do Comprehensive Health Evaluation for Children (CHEC) examinations for children in New Jersey's foster care system. |
| Dawn Gadon, RN, APN-C Little Egg Harbor, NJ Click for practice details
Dawn Gadon, RN, APN-C, has joined the Family Medicine staff of AtlantiCare Physician Group in Little Egg Harbor. Gadon specializes in primary and preventive healthcare for those age 2 and older – with an overall emphasis on wellness and health promotion. She earned certification in family practice from the American Nurses Credentialing Center and is a member of the New Jersey Nurses Association, American Nurses Association, and the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. New patients are welcome at our office. To schedule an appointment, please call 609-296-4014. |
| Jolene R. Ganiel, APN North Cape May, NJ
Jolene Ganiel is a certified advanced-practice nurse practitioner. She earned a Master of Science degree in nursing from Thomas Jefferson University and a Bachelor of Science degree (with high honors) in biology from The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey. Ms. Ganiel is recognized by employers and peers as a dedicated, caring professional with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. |
| Ronald Gelzunas, DO North Wildwood, NJ Click for practice details
“My emphasis is on maintaining good health and wellness, not just treating illness, by teaching patients how to take care of themselves throughout their lifetime.” Ronald Gelzunas, MD, graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, the U.S. Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine, and the U.S. Air Force Flight Surgeon School. He is a proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force Reserve, where he attained the rank of lieutenant colonel and served past commander and chief of clinic services for the 177th Medical Squadron, as well as a U.S. Air Force flight surgeon. Previously, Dr. Gelzunas served as a clinical instructor, Department of Family Practice, at Robert Wood Johnson School of Medicine. He is a member of the New Jersey Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons, the Cape May County Osteopathic Medical Society, the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American College of General Practitioners, and the Aerospace Medical Association. |
| Mary Ann Haflin, DO North Wildwood, NJ Click for practice details
“In family practice, you see moms, dads, grandparents, children, and grandchildren. It’s important for me to spend time talking with my patients and getting to know every member of the families in my care.” Mary Ann Haflin, MD, has more than 40 years of experience as a family practice physician. She is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and a graduate (magna cum laude) of the Medical College of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pa. She is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Medical Association, the New Jersey Medical Society, and several other professional medical organizations. In her professional practice, Dr. Haflin strives to create long-lasting, personal relationships with each of her patients. She particularly enjoys caring for people at different stages in their lives and the challenge of solving all kinds of medical problems. |
| B. Denise Hemby, APN North Cape May, NJ
Denise Hemby is a certified advanced-practice nurse practitioner specializing in family medicine. She earned a Master of Science degree in nursing from The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey and a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from Prairie View A&M University in Houston. Ms. Hemby is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. |
| Melissa Hutchison, MD Marmora, NJ Click for practice details
Dr. Hutchison is a board-certified family practice physician with special interests in women's health, diabetes management, and preventive health issues. She is recognized by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) for her skill in providing the highest level of diabetes care, and is also certified by the State of New Jersey to do Comprehensive Health Evaluation for Children (CHEC) examinations for children in New Jersey's foster care system. Dr. Hutchison is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) and the New Jersey Academy of Family Physicians (NJAFP). She received her medical education at Rush University, Chicago, Illinois, and completed an internship and residency program at Mount Carmel Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio. |
| Neil B. Paulvin, DO Ocean City, NJ Click for practice details
Dr. Paulvin is board-certified in family medicine, osteopathic manipulation, medical acupuncture, and cranial osteopathy. He received his medical degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) - School of Osteopathic Medicine and completed a residency program at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital. Dr Paulvin has special interests in sports medicine, headaches and treating chronic pain. |
| Donna Pherribo, DO Hammonton, NJ Click for practice details
Dr. Pherribo received her medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, where she also served as chief intern. Following a residency in family medicine at Abington Memorial Hospital in Pennsylvania, she was an attending physician at the Temple University Hospital Department of Internal Medicine/Emergency Medicine and other Temple-related health centers where she pursued her special interest in preventative medicine, chronic disease management and community medicine. Dr. Pherribo is board-certified in family medicine and a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians as well as the New Jersey Osteopathic Medical Association. |
| Richard A. Renza, DO North Cape May, NJ
Dr. Richard Renza, DO, is dual board-certified in family medicine and rheumatology. As a family medicine specialist, Dr. Renza provides primary and preventive healthcare to children age 2 and older, adults, and senior adults. His areas of interest include the treatment of people with diabetes, high cholesterol, and other chronic diseases. He is a graduate of the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. |
| Elise M. Rohana, APN North Cape May, NJ
Elise Rohana is a certified advanced-practice nurse practitioner with more than 31 years of experience in nursing and family medicine. She is a graduate of Widener University, where she earned a post-master’s certificate as a family nurse practitioner, a Master of Nursing Science Administration degree (with high honors), and a Bachelor of Science degree (with high honors) in nursing. Ms. Rohana is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, the New Jersey Nursing Association, and Southern New Jersey Nurse Practitioners. |
| Jacqueline M. Russell, APN North Cape May, NJ
Jackie Russell is a certified advanced-practice nurse practitioner with more than 30 years of experience in direct patient care. In addition to a Master of Science degree in nursing from Widener University, Ms. Russell earned a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey. She is a member of the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, the New Jersey Nursing Association and Southern New Jersey Nurse Practitioners. |
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Hammonton, NJ Click for practice details
Dr. Salvo is board-certified in family medicine and a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians. He received his medical degree at the Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara in Mexico and completed his family practice residency at St. Francis Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Salvo has wide-ranging xperience both as a family physician and as a teacher of other medical professionals. His practice encompasses all aspects of family medicine, including chronic disease management, preventive care, and pediatrics. He has a particular interest in community health, especially in caring for traditionally underserved groups. Dr. Salvo was born in Sicily, raised in Hammonton, and graduated with the class of 1978 from Hammonton High School. He is delighted to return ‘home’ to an area he knows and loves. In addition to English, Dr. Salvo speaks Italian and Spanish. |
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Little Egg Harbor, NJ Click for practice details
As a family medicine specialist with AtlantiCare Physician Group Primary Care, Dr. Philip Whiting sees patients for routine and preventive healthcare and for the management of chronic health conditions and acute illnesses. He has special skills in performing joint aspirations and injections, cyst removals, incision and drainage of abscesses, and skin biopsies. Dr. Whiting earned his medical degree from the New England College of Osteopathic Medicine. He also is a graduate of Texas A&M University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in geology, a Master of Science degree in Geology, and a Master of Science degree in Entomology. In addition to working in private- and group-practice settings, Dr. Whiting has provided patient care in hospitals, nursing homes, addiction clinics, hospice, school clinics, county jails, adolescent detention centers, and in private residences. He has received numerous awards for patient satisfaction and service excellence. |
“I chose to specialize in family medicine because I like to interact with patients on a more personal level. In addition, I am a big proponent of preventive medicine.”
Dr. Bushay is board certified in family medicine and a graduate (magna cum laude) of Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. After earning a medical degree, Dr. Bushay completed his residency in family medicine at Riverside Regional Medical Center in Newport News, Virginia. He then served four years as a physician in the Air Force at Langley Air Force Base, including a tour in Saudi Arabia from late 2001 to early 2002. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Medical Association, and the New Jersey Chapter of American Academy of Family Physicians. He has served as an urgent care physician with AtlantiCare Physician Group Urgent Care in Egg Harbor Township since 2005.
Dr. Chew received his medical degree at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency in family medicine at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ). Board-certified in family medicine, he has special interest in preventive medicine, exercise and nutrition. Dr. Chew also performs skin cancer screenings as well as removal of moles, warts and skin tags.
“I approach primary care in a conservative, evidenced-based manner with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention.”
“Listening and trusting patients while they talk about their experiences with health and illness is key to great healthcare.”
“My focus is on disease prevention and educating patients on how to lead healthier lifestyles. My patient-care philosophy is to look at the ‘whole picture’ and treat patients from a holistic perspective.”
“My goal is to make sure patients get prompt and appropriate medical care, delivered with understanding, equality, and compassion.”
“Healthy lifestyle habits are a critical factor in achieving good health. I believe in taking a practical, problem-solving approach to health concerns and to helping patients develop beneficial lifestyle habits.”
“It's important to treat the patient as a whole, and take time to deal with each issue.”
“My passion is primary care. Patients are people first, with family, friends, jobs and responsibilities. I treat the person, the patient, not the disease. Everyone deserves a family physician to coordinate care.”
“Helping my patients understand the importance of a healthy lifestyle, preventive healthcare, and wellness is important to me.”
“If we can teach people about the importance of lifestyle changes and good health measures, we can prevent people from becoming chronically ill in the future. My personal philosophy is ‘an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.’ People can do so much for their health – such as diet and exercise – as opposed to just taking medication.”
“Everybody needs a trusted family doctor or primary healthcare provider. It is my mission to support all the needs of my patients – physically, emotionally, and psychologically.”
“I strive to establish a trusting relationship with my patients that results in a health management plan tailored to meet their needs.”
“My goal is to treat patients like they are a member of my family.” |