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Gynecologists
Howard Trietsch, MD
Kathleen Mahoney, MD (formerly Kathleen Beith, MD)
Elliot Greenberg, MD
Obstetricians/Gynecologists
Kevin Fitzgerald, MD
Charlene Case, MD
Jennifer Hallowell, MD
Christopher Ollari, MD
Debra Junnila,
MD
Dr. Jane Lyons moved to Iowa in August of 2007. We wish her well
in her new home. If you were seeing Dr. Lyons for your care,
please contact our office to make your next appointment with the
provider of your choice.
Retired Physicians
David Shifrin, MD
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"There is a lot of talk about empowering women. In health care, providers have a
great opportunity to do just that. Educating, treating and involving women in their health
is what I see as our mission," says Dr. Trietsch. "By guiding and advocating for
women through life changes in wellness and sickness we can accomplish this mission."
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Dr. Howard Trietsch is a New Jersey native, and earned his Bachelor of Arts Degree from
Rutgers College. After living and studying abroad, he received his Medical Degree from
Tufts University School of Medicine.
Dr. Trietsch is an Assistant Clinical Professor in Ob/Gyn with Tufts School of Medicine and is a Board Certified Fellow
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of the American
College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He currently serves as the elected President of the
Ob/Gyn Staff at Baystate Medical Center and has been BOGG’s Managing Partner for
many years.
Dr. Trietsch provides Gynecological care in the Springfield
and East Longmeadow offices.
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Dr. Mahoney (formerly Dr. Beith) earned her Bachelor of Science Degree, cum laude, as well as her
Medical Degree from Tufts University. She completed her residency training at
Baystate Medical Center. Dr. Beith is an Assistant Clinical Professor in
Ob/Gyn
with Tufts School of Medicine and is Board Certified with the American Board of
Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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Dr. Mahoney's interests include non-surgical and surgical
management of women's health including bleeding problems, abnormal Pap
smears, health issues related to menopause, family planning, fibroids,
hormone replacement therapy, and osteoporosis. She enjoys staying up to
date with the latest medical information and technology, and sharing her
knowledge with her patients so they can make informed decisions about their
health. In 2007, Dr. Mahoney earned her
certification as a Menopause Practitioner from the North American
Menopause Society.
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Outside of the office, Dr. Mahoney enjoys most outdoor
activities and is a ski patroller in Vermont where she often can be seen with
her two children.
Dr. Mahoney provides Gynecological care in our Springfield
and East Longmeadow offices.
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"Respect for patients is of primary
importance."
Dr. Greenberg earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Indiana University and his
Medical Degree from Hahnemann University School of Medicine. He completed his residency
training at Vanderbilt University. There he developed an interest in Laparoscopic surgery
and f
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emale incontinence. He is a fellow of the American College of Obstetrics
and
Gynecology. He also belongs to several specialty organizations related to laparoscopy and
female incontinence.
Dr. Greenberg joined our practice in 1991. Since coming to Springfield he has continued
to develop his interests in Laparoscopic Surgery and incontinence. Dr. Greenberg is
currently one of the leaders in Western Massachusetts in advanced laparoscopic gynecologic
surgery. He and his partners are now able to do procedures such as hysterectomies and
bladder support surgery using small incisions allowing for a much faster recovery and less
trauma than was ever possible in the past.
Dr. Greenberg provides Gynecological care in our Springfield
and West Springfield offices.
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Dr. Fitzgerald believes that "the challenge as a physician in
Ob/Gyn includes
providing healthcare to women as they travel through the very dynamic, life-changing
events of their lives. Each stage of life carries with it very distinct health issues,
which requires that sensitivity, respect, and dignity be provided by each of us in our
practice."
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Dr. Fitzgerald received his undergraduate degree, cum laude, from LaSalle
University and his Medical Degree from Hahnemann University. He completed his residency
training at Baystate Medical Center, and is Board Certified with the American Board of
Obstetrics and Gynecology.
In his spare time, Dr. Fitzgerald enjoys spending time with his family,
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Dr. Fitzgerald provides Obstetrical and Gynecological care in our Springfield
and South Hadley offices.
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| "Going to see the doctor can
be a very intimidating experience to a lot of women. It is our job as
health care professionals to make this process more comfortable. We need
to be accessible, open, and accepting. Good healthcare is a given, the
minimum that any patient deserves and expects. Partnering with the patient
in her own healthcare - that is a sign of excellence."
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Dr. Case attended Wesleyan University for her
undergraduate studies and obtained her Medical Degree from Tufts
University School of Medicine. She completed her residency in Obstetrics
and Gynecology at Baystate Medical Center, and is Board Certified in Ob/Gyn.
Outside of the office, Dr. Case enjoys spending time
with her husband and young son. They enjoy spending time outdoors,
especially on the local hiking trails and bike paths. When the weather is
too harsh for outdoor activities, Dr. Case also takes pleasure in
scrap-booking.
Dr. Case provides Obstetrical and Gynecological care in our Springfield
and West
Springfield offices.
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"I
was raised by teachers, and that upbringing has shaped my medical
practice. Knowledge is empowering. I love to teach my patients
about medicine as it relates to their special concerns, such as a
transition through adolescence or menopause, or issues relating to
medications, Pap smears, surgery, or pregnancy. We do a lot of
talking in my office, and I learn as much from my patients as I hope they
do from me. The dialogue we create is |
crucial to my goal of helping
patients make healthy and educated decisions that will enhance their
lives." Dr. Jennifer Hallowell
attended Dartmouth College for her Bachelor of Arts degree, and went on to
earn her Medical Degree from Boston University School of Medicine.
She completed her residency at Baystate Medical Center where she was
presented with an award by the Society of Laparoscopic Surgeons for her
outstanding surgical skills. She is currently a Clinical Associate
at Tufts University School of Medicine and is board certified in Ob/Gyn. An
avid hiker, Dr. Hallowell enjoys the outdoors with her family in New
England and Arizona. When the weather doesn't cooperate, she spends
time cooking and practicing yoga.
Dr. Hallowell provides Obstetrical and
Gynecological care in our Springfield
and West
Springfield offices.
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"I believe the key to
providing high quality medical care is to create a partnership with the
patient. Being able to carefully listen to patients enables me to offer
appropriate choices that best fit with my patients' individual needs. One
of the most enjoyable aspects of my practice is participating in the
development of mutual trust that builds between a patient and doctor. When
this happens it facilitates the care of the patient and enables both
parties to feel comfortable with the interaction, and to bring forth any
concerns or questions that they may have." |
Dr. Christopher
Ollari earned his Bachelor of Science degree, cum laude from Yale
University, and his medical degree from the University of Massachusetts
Medical School, Worcester. He completed his residency at the University of
Massachusetts Memorial Medical Center. Dr. Ollari has participated in many
research projects throughout his medical career, including ovarian
malignancies and neurodevelopmental genes. He is a current member of the
American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists is a fellow of the
American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
In his spare time, Dr. Ollari enjoy
spending time with his wife and two children, athletic events, and
grilling.
Dr. Ollari will provide Obstetrical and Gynecological care in our Springfield
and East Longmeadow
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feel my role as a clinician is not just to educate women but to help them
sift through the abundance of available information in order for women to
make informed decisions about their health.
I believe active participation is an important part of optimizing
the relationship between a patient and her physician.
I also appreciate these relationships and feel I benefit from them
as I strive to become a better physician." |
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Dr. Junnila earned her
undergraduate degree with high honors from
Swarthmore
College
and her medical degree from the
University
of
Washington
. She completed her residency
in Obstetrics and Gynecology at
Baystate
Medical
Center
, where she earned awards for her laprascopic surgical skills as well as
mentoring and inspiring resident physicians through poise, humor, and
compassion.
Outside of the office,
Dr. Junnila’s outside interests include spending time with her husband
and young daughter, running, kayaking, and traveling.
Dr. Junnila provides
Obstetrical and Gynecological care
in our South Hadley
and Springfield
offices. |
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"My father sent me off to medical school with the following words of
wisdom: 'When you want to know about a medical condition, ask the patient, not the
doctor.'"
"Throughout my career I have found this to be excellent advice, keeping in mind that
it's important not only to listen, but to hear what a patient is saying. I
believe the real challenge in practicing medicine is guiding patients through their
medical and surgical experiences with a sense of awareness and
dignity, so that they
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emerge both physically and psychologically intact."
Dr. Shifrin earned his undergraduate degree from Washington and Jefferson College and
his Medical Degree from West Virginia School of Medicine. He completed his residency at
Hartford Hospital. Dr. Shifrin is an Associate Clinical Professor in Ob/Gyn with Tufts
School of Medicine and is Board Certified with the American Board of Obstetrics and
Gynecology.
"I have done some fiction writing and I also
enjoy bicycling, fly fishing, water sports, and classical music, especially piano."
Dr. Shifrin retired from practice on August 12,
2005. We wish him much happiness in his retirement. |
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