Anita L. Barkin, DrPH, MSN, CRNP

Director

Education: 

University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health- Doctorate

University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing- Master of Science, Nursing

Carlow University- Bachelor of Science, Nursing

Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner, Speciality- Adult Health

Fellow- American College Health Association

Dr. Sandra Founds, CNM, FNP

Nurse Practitioner

Education:

Cornell University- Bachelor of Science, Nursing

Frontier School of Midwifery & Family Nursing; Case Western Reserve University- Master of Science, Nursing

University of Massachusetts Amherst-Worcester- Doctorate, Nursing

University of Pennsylvania- Postdoctorate

I am a faculty member of the University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing, conducting research on preeclampsia and women's health issues.  I am also a clinician at Planned Parenthood and Magee-Womens Hospital Outpatient Clinic.

Maryann Hoover, CRNP, FNP

Nurse Practitioner

Education:

Duquesne University- Bachelor of Science, Nursing

LaRoche College- Master of Science, Nursing

I have experience in the emergency room, inpatient adult medicine and pulmonary critical care medicine. I'm happy to have joined the group of professionals here at University Health Services.

Brenda H. Miller, PA-C

Physician Assistant

Education: 

King’s College Physician Assistant Program- PA-Certified

Susquehanna University- Bachelor of Arts, Biology

Member- American College Health Association

Heather Yankura, CRNP

Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner

Education:

University of Pittsburgh- Master of Science, Nursing in Family Medicine, with Honors, 1st in Masters class

University of Pittsburgh- Bachelor of Science, Nursing, Magna Cum Laude & with Honors

It has always been an ambition of mine to work in family medicine and gynecology in one practice with young adults. University Health Services is truly a great home for me, as I see and do everything from routine to very unique cases. I look forward to caring for current and future students here at Carnegie Mellon University.

David Demoise, MD

Physician

Graduate of University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
Board Certified in Internal Medicine

Member of the Shea Internal Medicine Group – UPMC Shadyside
Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine – University of Pittsburgh Shadyside Campus

Anu Munshi, MD

Physician

Graduate of Northeastern Ohio Medical University

Board Certified in Internal Medicine

Member of the Shea Internal Medicine Group – UPMC Shadyside

Brian Primack, MD, PhD

Physician

Graduate of Emory Medical School
Trained in family medicine - UPMC St. Margaret Hospital

Associate Professor of Medicine & Pediatrics - University of Pittsburgh

Dianne Zalenski, MD

Physician

Graduate of University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Board Certified in Internal Medicine

Member of the Shea Internal Medicine Group – UPMC Shadyside
Assistant Professor of Medicine – University of Pittsburgh Shadyside Campus

Diane Dawson, RN, MPM

Comprehensive Care Manager

Education: 

Mercy Hospital School of Nursing- RN Diploma

St. Francis College- Bachelor of Science, Nursing

Carnegie Mellon University Heinz College School of Public Policy & Management- Master of Public Management

I have many years of nursing experience including: emergency room, orthopedics and college health. I have been in leadership and management roles including at University Health and MedExpress Urgent Care. I help develop and implement the Comprehensive Care Manager role at Carnegie Mellon, working in coordination with various student affairs departments, enrollment services and academic departments on campus, in addition to many specialists and organizations off campus.

Vivian C. Faetini, RN

Registered Nurse

Education:

Duquesne University- Bachelor of Science, Nursing

I have been a nurse for 36 years working in the areas of obstetrics, gynecology, neonatal intensive care, emergency room, and dialysis, bringing these experiences with me to University Health Services.  It is such a pleasure caring for students from across the country and across the world.

Lisa Lonchar, RN

Registered Nurse

Education:

West Liberty State College- Bachelor of Science, Nursing

Kent State University- Associate's Degree, Nursing

I have been a nurse for 28 years and have practiced in many different fields of nursing, ranging from critical care to radiology to administration. I really enjoy working in college health because this is my first opportunity to work with college-aged students! As a mother of four, I am very interested in health and wellness for this age group.

Amanda L. Powell, RN

Registered Nurse

Education:

Currently enrolled at Carlow University- Master of Science, Nursing, focus on Nursing Education & Leadership

Carlow University– Bachelor of Science, Nursing

Allegheny County Community College– Associate of Science, Nursing

Clarion County Career Center- Practical Nursing Diploma

Todd M. Riale, LPN

Licensed Practical Nurse

Education:

Saint Francis School of Practical Nursing

Licensed in PA, NY, and MN

I am married with 5 children and I'm also a grandpa. I'm currently working part-time towards a registered nursing degree.

Melissa Shipman, RN

Registered Nurse

Education: 

Community College of Allegheny County- Bachelor of Science, Nursing

I have been a nurse for 14 years.  I've worked in outpatient surgery, recovery room, medical surgical unit, hospice and college health.  I enjoy college health and the interaction with our diverse students and staff.  I have three children and hope that they will someday become CMU students.

Paula Martin, MS, RD, LDN

Health Promotion Nutritionist

Education:

University of Pittsburgh School of Health & Rehabilitation Sciences- Master of Science, emphasis in Wellness & Human Performance

University of Pittsburgh- Bachelor of Science, Clinical Dietetics & Nutrition                  

Registered (RD) October 1998,  PA Licensed (LDN) April 2003

I enjoy working with complex food issues ranging from eating disorders and malnutrition to food insecurity and obesity. In addition to providing medical nutrition therapy, co-advising the Peer Health Advocates and consulting with CMU Dining Services allows me to reach many of our campus community members to provide nutrition services.  I worked as a personal trainer and wellness educator for the Sewickley Valley YMCA prior to accepting my current position  in 2005.   

Kelley Shell, MPH, MID, CHES

Health Promotion Specialist

Education:

Indiana University of Pennsylvania- Bachelor of Arts, Applied Anthropology

University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health- Master of Public Health

University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public & International Affairs- Master of International Development

Certified Health Education Specialist

Dan Greenwald

Student Insurance Assistant

I’ve been working in college health since 1996, starting at the University of Pittsburgh. Initially, I worked as a file clerk/receptionist for four years and then was promoted to be the Health Service’s first Patient Advocate, a position I held for seven years. In 2007, I joined CMU and now work in the insurance office, assisting students and their families with insurance-related issues.

Lori A. Smith

Manager of Business Operations

Education:
Carnegie Mellon University- Bachelor of Science, Applied Math/Computer Science
Carnegie Mellon University- Master of Professional & Technical Writing

I enjoy automating and optimizing solutions through the creative application of technology, using my communications, technology and finance skills.

Ed Demko

Front Desk Support Staff

I have worked in the college heath atmosphere and healthcare for the last decade.  It’s been an extremely enjoyable working experience!

Geri Liersaph

Administrative Assistant to the Director

I help students, faculty and staff connect with the appropriate University Health Services staff person regarding their concerns.