Medical Providers

Rosemarie Lanza Surowiec is our Physician Assistant for Sexual Health. She graduated from Emory University’s Physician Assistant Program and has 30 years of experience as a Physician Assistant. As a Sexual Health Provider at Trillium Health, she specializes in PEP/PrEP, HIV Prevention, sexually transmitted infections, and gynecology services. In her spare time, she loves to travel, cook, and spend time with family and friends.

Bill Schaefer attended school at Towson University in Baltimore, Maryland and received his degree in 2005.

Stuart attended medical school at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Erie, PA. He then completed his Internal Medicine residency, where he was a member of the Primary Care Track, followed by an Addiction Medicine fellowship, both at Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, PA. Dr. MacKay is board certified in both Internal Medicine and Addiction Medicine. His clinical interests include preventive care and substance use disorder treatment. Originally from Buffalo, NY, Stuart is, of course, a Bills fan. In his free time, he enjoys reading and spending time with his family.

Lindsey attended Daemen College, where she earned her Master’s of Physician Assistant Studies. In her spare time, Lindsey enjoys cooking, reading, and crafts.

Rebecca Klein attended the Rochester Institute of Technology in Rochester, NY. In her free time, she loves to spend time with her husband, reading, crocheting, and visiting with her friends and family.

Emily Duke attended school at Rochester Institute of Technology in Rochester, New York. She specializes in Internal Medicine and Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Dependence. In her spare time, Emily enjoys running, mountain biking, and playing with her dogs.

Dr. Cooper attended the University of Rochester School of Medicine and completed her Family Medicine and HIV Specialist training at Lawrence Family Medicine Residency. Dr. Cooper conducts visits in English and Spanish. She enjoys reading and gardening.

Samantha attended St. John Fisher University where she earned her master’s in nursing specializing as a Family Nurse Practitioner. In her free time, she enjoys rock climbing, playing video games, and spending time with her dogs.

Dr. Shand completed her pediatric residency training, with a distinction in research, at the University of Rochester after graduating from the University at Buffalo. She then completed subspecialty training in pediatric blood disorders at Johns Hopkins Hospital and the National Cancer Institute, as well as a clinical ethics fellowship at the University of Rochester, where she serves on the faculty.

Dr. Shand provides comprehensive, family-centered pediatric care at Trillium Health and has a special interest in the impact of food access on iron deficiency and child development. She and her husband are distance runners, have two teenage sons, and enjoy outdoor activities in all seasons.

Dr. Vattana is a Rochester native who graduated from Irondequoit High School in 2009. She went to the University of Buffalo for college where she completed her undergraduate degrees in Biomedical Sciences and Spanish Language. She then stayed at the University of Buffalo to complete her medical doctorate. Dr. Vattana completed her residency training in General Pediatrics at Golisano Children’s Hospital at the University of Rochester in June 2021, and became Board Certified in General Pediatrics in October of 2021. She joined Trillium Health Pediatrics in 2021 as a staff physician. In 2022, Dr. Vattana was accepted to the United Hospital Fund’s Pediatrics for an Equitable Developmental Start Learning Network Fellowship Program where, as a Fellow, she is working to improve access to breastfeeding resources and support to her patients and their families. She was named Medical Director of Trillium Health Pediatrics in June of 2022.

In her spare time, Dr. Vattana enjoys running and indoor cycling as well as traveling, exploring new restaurants and volunteering as a board member of the Laotian American Scholarship Foundation of Rochester. Her favorite part of Rochester is its rich history of progressive thinkers and innovators, and she is thrilled to be able to contribute to Rochester’s future as a pediatrician.

Dr. Smith-Burke grew up in Virginia and attended the University of Virginia for both her undergraduate and medical degrees. She moved to Rochester to complete her pediatric residency training. Dr. Smith-Burke is Board Certified in Pediatrics and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Dr. Smith-Burke and her husband have 3 grown children, and this summer welcomed their first grandchild. In her free time she enjoys yoga, walking her dog (Banjo), gardening, spending time with family in the Adirondacks or at the beach, and cheering for the Buffalo Bills.

Dr. Kontor completed her residency at Henry Ford Health System, in Detroit, Michigan. She attended medical school at Semmelweis University Medical School. In her spare time, Dr. Kontor enjoys ski patrol, traveling and spending time with family.

Emily went to Daemen College in Buffalo and graduated with her Masters in Physician Assistant studies. She lives with her dog, 2 cats, and 8 goats! When Emily is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, reading, and doing puzzles. She looks forward to building long-lasting relationships with her patients and providing everyone with the care that they deserve.

Shalonda is a board-certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with specialized expertise in emergency medicine and newborn care. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from St. John Fisher University and completed her Master of Science in Nursing at Stony Brook University.

With years of experience in high-acuity emergency departments and neonatal settings, Shalonda brings a calm, compassionate, and skilled presence to every child she treats. She is passionate about supporting children and families during some of their most critical and tender moments.

Outside of work, Shalonda is a proud mother of three. Her personal experience as a parent deepens her understanding of the joys and challenges families face, and she strives to partner with parents in every aspect of their child’s care. In her free time, she enjoys planning celebrations and traveling with her family.

Alexandria is a board-certified physician assistant specializing in gynecology. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Biology and Chemistry from Franklin Pierce University and completed her Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies at Mercy College in New York City.

Since 2015, Alexandria has provided comprehensive care in both obstetrics and gynecology. At Trillium Health, she is excited to focus exclusively on gynecology—her true passion. She practices with a Health at Every Size (HAES) philosophy and takes a weight-neutral approach to patient care. She is committed to shared decision-making and prioritizes pain management during procedures to ensure her patients feel safe and supported.

Originally from Rochester, Alexandria has lived in New Hampshire, Paris, Vienna, New York City, and Gloucester, MA, before returning to her hometown. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking, attending theater performances, and dining out with her spouse and nephew.

Charlotte attended St. John Fisher University, where she earned her BSN in Nursing and an MS in Advanced Practice Nursing. Prior to NP school, Charlotte worked as a registered nurse for six years at URMC on a thoracic/plastic/colorectal unit. In her spare time, she enjoys spinning, hiking and spending time with family.

Dr. Ciranni-Callon completed her residency at Rochester General Hospital, in Rochester, New York. She attended medical school at New York Institute of Technology’s New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. She specializes in full-scale gynecological care. In her spare time, Dr. Ciranni-Callon enjoys hiking, fishing, bike riding, and home remodeling.

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Justine Nichols is a Physician Assistant who graduated from the Rochester Institute of Technology. In her free time, she enjoys doing crafts, baking, and spending time with her friends and family.

Dr. Fatma Akmese is a board-certified family medicine physician with over 20 years of experience caring for patients in the Rochester area. She earned her medical degree through the Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education at City College of New York and SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn. She completed her Family Medicine residency in Fresno, California.

Dr. Akmese is passionate about delivering compassionate primary care and has a strong interest in addiction medicine and harm reduction. She is fluent in Spanish and Turkish, which helps her connect with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Born in Southeast Turkey and raised in New York City, Dr. Akmese brings a rich cultural perspective to her work. Outside of medicine, she enjoys painting, writing poetry, playing the ukulele, and exploring comedy. She spends most of her free time with her family.

Kelly serves as the Associate Vice President of Behavioral Health, bringing with her over 25 years of experience in treating children, adolescents, adults, and families. She possesses comprehensive experience and training in addressing a wide range of mental health issues and concerns, such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, self-harming behaviors, relationship issues, and family conflict. Kelly has dedicated over a decade to serving children, adolescents, and adult survivors of sexual and physical violence. Additionally, she is skilled in treating co-morbid mental health and substance use disorders. Alongside her administrative duties, Kelly will provide direct care services to Trillium patients.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Kelly earned her Master of Social Work degree from Loyola University Chicago. Prior to joining Trillium, she held various administrative roles, including Chief Program Officer at Villa of Hope, Vice President of Operations at the Mental Health Association, and Associate Director at the Monroe County Office of Mental Health. Kelly’s contributions to the field have been recognized, as evidenced by her receipt of the Rochester Business Journal Healthcare Heroes Award for 2024.

Dr. Madeline Truman is a Rochester native who earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from St. John Fisher University and her doctorate from the University of Rochester. She holds advanced certificates in the Mind/Body Connection and URMC Integrated Care and Medical Family Therapy, and has worked in clinical roles at Strong Hospital’s Division of Outpatient Endocrinology, Rochester Regional Health, and Highland Family Medicine. She has also served as an adjunct psychology professor at St. John Fisher University and a clinical supervisor at the University of Rochester.

Dr. Truman specializes in working with individuals with co-occurring mental and physical health conditions, including chronic pain, fibromyalgia, and irritable bowel syndrome. She provides individual, couples, and group therapy for those navigating trauma, major life transitions, and challenges with emotional processing. Her approach is trauma-informed and person-centered, emphasizing collaboration and honoring each individual’s lived experience.

Alyssa Lombardi attended University of Rochester (BA, MS), University at Albany (PhD), and completed her doctoral internship at University of Rochester’s University Counseling Center. Their professional interests include mental health and suicide prevention. Alyssa has worked in community mental health centers, college counseling centers, and has trained crisis counselors in her former role. In their spare time, Alyssa enjoys playing rugby and playing guitar.

Kristin Ricci attended the University of Rochester’s School of Nursing. She has worked in the nursing field for 19 years, specializing in psychiatry and medicine. Kristin is a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her children, reading, long-distance running, and taking care of her family’s pets, which include a dog, three guinea pigs, a bearded dragon, two hermit crabs, and eight fish.

Dr. Libman is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist with more than twenty years of experience working with diverse patient populations across a wide range of clinical settings. He has completed fellowships in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Forensic Psychiatry, and has extensive experience treating individuals with eating disorders, substance use disorders, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, and trauma-related conditions including PTSD.

In his work, he emphasizes a holistic, collaborative approach grounded in dignity, respect, and support for wellness across a broad spectrum of identities and lived experiences.

Coral Jiménez-Ricaurte earned her PhD in Clinical Psychology from Ponce Health Sciences University in Puerto Rico. She completed her pre-doctoral internship in Health Psychology at the Rochester Institute of Technology and her postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Rochester’s Counseling Center.

Her clinical work explores how health and social factors shape well-being. She provides individual and group psychotherapy, integrating relational and interpersonal approaches with evidence-based practices such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT).

In addition to her clinical practice, Coral has conducted research on health disparities and the social determinants of health, with a focus on understanding how context and systems influence mental health outcomes.

Coral is committed to fostering a collaborative therapeutic space where clients feel supported in their growth and development. She offers services in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Dulko is a Licensed Psychologist and attended NYU and West Virginia University, specializing in trauma and dissociation treatment, HIV populations, severe and persistent mental illness, adjustment to disability, and vocational rehabilitation. He has been in the counseling and psychotherapy field for over 35 years, has conducted professional training nationally, and has taught graduate studies at the University at Buffalo. Dr. Dulko has been practicing at Trillium Health since 2014. Now that his two children have grown and left the nest, he enjoys gardening, reading, hiking and camping, and traveling with his partner in his free time.

Sebastian Brundage earned his bachelor’s in psychology and master’s degrees in Mental Health Counseling from St. John Fisher University. He completed his internship at Strong Hospital’s Division of Outpatient Endocrinology. In his previous role, he worked in a community mental health clinic, providing therapy to everyone from adolescent to geriatric patients. His integrated approach is from a person-centered existentialist perspective, working to gain an understanding of each client’s unique culture and experiences to provide them with care. In his free time Sebastian enjoys being in nature, painting, and music.

Sarah Annlee graduated with her Master’s in Social Work from SUNY Albany. She has over 20 years of experience working in clinical social work and specializing in children and families. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, crafting, and being in nature.

Tony earned his Doctorate of Pharmacy from the University at Buffalo and has over 20 years of experience across various pharmacy settings. He is credentialed by New York State for Collaborative Drug Therapy Management and holds HIV Specialist certification through the American Academy of HIV Medicine. In addition, he is a Certified Specialty Pharmacist through the National Association of Specialty Pharmacy. Outside of work, Tony is a Level 2 CrossFit coach and enjoys spending time with his family.

Alex Danforth graduated from the Wegmans School of Pharmacy at St. John Fisher University in Rochester, NY, and completed her residency at the University of Rochester Medical Center. She specializes in HIV treatment and prevention, along with a broad range of primary care conditions. Alex is credentialed for Collaborative Drug Therapy Management in New York State and is certified as an HIV Pharmacist by the American Academy of HIV Medicine. In her spare time, Alex enjoys knitting and crocheting — and trying to find people willing to wear her handmade creations.

Shane Cieri graduated from the Wegmans School of Pharmacy at St. John Fisher University in Rochester, NY. He has over 15 years of pharmacy experience, including the past ten years at Trillium. Shane is credentialed for Collaborative Drug Therapy Management in New York State and as an HIV pharmacist by the American Academy of HIV Medicine. He has a particular interest in diabetes and is currently working toward board certification in diabetes management.

In his free time, Shane enjoys gardening and exploring the world. When time or weather doesn’t cooperate, he’s just as content diving into a Lego build.