Platte Valley Medical Center is pleased to welcome Internal Medicine Physician Cristian Dinescu, M.D. Dr. Dinescu joined the Integrative Internal Medicine practice to provide general internal medicine care as well as comprehensive primary care for his patients. He also helps patients manage and treat COPD, asthma and various lung diseases, hypertension, diabetes, chronic kidney diseases, rheumatological and other endocrine-related conditions, heart failure and cardiovascular disease.
Dr. Dinescu received his medical degree from the Institute of Medicine and Pharmacy University of Medicine in Bucharest, Romania and performed his residency at Huron Hospital/Cleveland Clinic. He’s board certified and prides himself on following consistent evidence-based medicine principles. He strives to offer quality patient-centered care where patients are actively involved in their decisions and treatment options. In his free time, he enjoys skiing, fishing and reading.
You can view and share Dr. Dinescu’s online profile at pvmc.org, or make an appointment at Integrative Internal Medicine by calling (303) 659-4476.
After a couple months of transition in our Oncology Department, Platte Valley will have a dedicated physician leading its cancer program for at least the first half of this year. Dr. Levandovsky joined us on January 15. You may recall his name as he was the head of breast and urologic oncology for St. Mary’s Medical Center from 2015-2017. He also currently serves as the founder and medical director of Preventive Medicine and Cancer Care in Denver where he provides care to active cancer patients and survivors.
If you need to reach Dr. Levandovsky or schedule an appointment, please call 303-498-2200.
Platte Valley Medical Center is pleased to welcome the newest member of its medical staff, Internal Medicine Physician Kristin Fitzgerald, D.O. Dr. Fitzgerald joined the practice of Drs. Meyer and Grubbs at Platte Valley Internal Medicine.
As an internist, Dr. Fitzgerald specializes in treating adults, providing a holistic and dynamic approach to medicine that focuses on patient lifestyle, diet, and medical management. In addition to annual physicals, and wellness exams, she can guide patients in the management of chronic diseases such as diabetes. Dr. Fitzgerald prefers to collaborate with her patients to provide an individualized treatment plan that is based on their needs and healthcare goals.
Dr. Fitzgerald received her medical degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and performed her residency at Michigan State University. She speaks both English and Spanish. When she’s not in the office, Dr. Fitzgerald enjoys hiking, skiing and listening to live music.
For more information, please call 303-659-5800. Dr. Fitzgerald’s office is located at 1606 Prairie Center Parkway, Suite 310, in Brighton.
Tomorrow, Wednesday March 1, a new Cardiologist is joining High Plains Heart & Vascular Center. Donald Rabor, M.D. believes that true healing occurs not only from treating a patient’s physical ailments but also identifying and addressing the emotional, mental and spiritual sufferings that often accompany those ailments.
He specializes in noninvasive imaging, pacemaker insertion and all aspects of adult cardiology. Dr. Rabor offers expert cardiovascular care incorporating the latest in technology and treatment modalities, in a personable, caring and dignified manner.
In his spare time, Dr. Rabor likes spending time with his wife and his two teenage daughters. He and his family enjoy new restaurants and cuisines, traveling and going to concerts. He also enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, biking and skiing.
Integrative Internal Medicine welcomes internist Dr. Jennifer Winthers to the team. She specializes in internal medicine with a particular emphasis in osteopathic philosophy of taking into account the patient’s body, mind and spirit.
Dr. Winthers will offer great primary care coupled with good education, so that her patients can make decisions that are in line with their own values and philosophies. In her free time, Dr. Winthers enjoys artistic work including drawing, painting, sculpturing and etch-a-sketch art. She also likes to hike with her dogs. She is fluent in English and Vietnamese.
Dr. Winthers received her medical degree from Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, and completed her residency at Rocky Vista University at Sky Ridge Medical Center Internal Medicine. She works with Robert A. Massa, M.D. to provide care to patients in Brighton and the surrounding areas.
For more information, contact Integrative Internal Medicine at 303-659-4476 or online at integrative-medical.com. Their main office is located at 1610 Prairie Center Parkway, Suite 2130 in Brighton, and their satellite location is at 10569 Chambers Road, in the Reunion area of Commerce City. You can find Dr. Winthers practicing at the Brighton location of Integrative Internal Medicine. Their office is accepting new patients, call 303-659-4476 to make an appointment today.
Meet Dr. Ryan Meintz, the newest family physician at Eagle Ridge Medical. He specializes in the maintenance of chronic issues like diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, asthma and many more. Dr. Meintz believes his best role is to advise patients as they grow towards good health. He chose to practice in the Brighton community in order to be near family, and hopes to bring comprehensive and compassionate care to all his patients. In his free time, Dr. Meintz enjoys camping, kayaking, and travel.
Dr. Meintz starts seeing patients on Monday, June 6 so please give him a warm welcome and call (303) 659-1152 to schedule an appointment.
Meet John Mangelson, M.D., the newest physician at Mountain View Orthopedics. Dr. Mangelson is a talented hand, wrist and elbow surgeon with extensive training in reconstructive surgery, treatment of fractures, and sports medicine. He has a Hand Surgery Fellowship, has published and presented several notable papers on orthopedic surgery, and received an award for Outstanding Achievements in Orthopedic Research. Dr. Mangelson feels it is important to take the time necessary to explain diagnosis and treatment, and to answer any questions his patients may have. He is also fluent in Spanish. If you see Dr. Mangelson around the campus, please say hello and welcome him to PVMC.
You can make an appointment with Dr. Mangelson by calling Mountain View Orthopedics at (303) 498-1885.
We are pleased to announce the arrival of General Surgeon Ryan Gerry, M.D. Dr. Gerry brings a holistic approach to health and a multidisciplinary team approach to managing complex disease. He respects and uses patient-centered values and beliefs to develop comprehensive treatment plans. Whenever feasible, Dr. Gerry performs minimally invasive procedures to minimized patient discomfort, expedite recovery, and reduce hospital stay. He brings significant experience managing acute trauma and burn patients at Level I and II trauma centers. As Chief Resident at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, he received the Grant V. Rodkey Award for Excellence, Professionalism and Humanitarianism.
Dr. Gerry specializes in GI Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Thorasic Surgerey, Breat Surgery, Endocrine Surgery, Hernia Surgery, Biliary Surgery, and Trauma Surgery.
To learn more about Apex Surgical Partners and Dr. Gerry, visit the Apex website.
Dr. Stacey Hennesy, M.D. has joined Alcott Women’s Center as their newest OB/GYN. She received her medical degree from the University of Colorado School of Medicine, and completed her residency at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Dr. Hennesy is an experienced OB/GYN, and previously practiced in Omaha, Nebraska before relocating to Denver. Dr. Hennesy has delivered hundreds of babies in the north metro area. For years, women have come to depend on her for high-quality OB/GYN care. Dr. Hennesy focuses on excellent patient care based on education and relationship-building. Please join us in welcoming Dr. Hennesy to Alcott Women’s Center and PVMC.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, call Alcott Women’s Center at 303.655.3000 or visit www.alcottwomenscenter.com. They have two office locations: 1606 Prairie Center Parkway, Suite 210, in Brighton, and 10569 Chambers Road, Suite 103, in Commerce City.
For the first time in nearly 15 years, a female Internal Medicine specialist has joined Platte Valley Medical Center’s medical staff. Michelle Sleater, M.D., is an expert in adult and geriatric medicine and recently joined the practice of Integrative Internal Medicine with Drs. Massa and Anderson. She sees patients in Brighton and Reunion. Dr. Sleater is also bilingual, enjoys working with geriatric patients, and specializes in treating diabetes, hypertension, asthma and COPD.
Dr. Sleater provides preventive care, vaccinations, recommended cancer screenings, evaluations of and treatment for chronic medical conditions, diet and exercise counseling, smoking cessation and basic mental health services as well.
“I believe in promoting health and wellness by addressing lifestyle issues. My goal is to help manage chronic conditions while minimizing medications,” says Dr. Sleater.
She received her medical degree from the University of Colorado School of Medicine and completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Stanford University. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, call Integrative Internal Medicine at 303.659.4476 or visit www.integrative-medical.com. They have two office locations: 1606 Prairie Center Parkway, Suite 370 in Brighton, and 10569 Chambers Road in Commerce City.
If you haven’t seen the Summer 2013 Physician Directory, you can preview it online or drop by the front desk to pick up a copy. There are 11 new faces inside. Check it out today!