Robert
L. Berk, M.D.
Dr. Berk graduated from Muhlenberg College (Allentown,
PA) and Hahnemann University (Philadelphia, PA). He did
his post graduate training at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore
(Baltimore, MD) and Lehigh Valley Hospital Center (Allentown,
PA).
Dr. Berk has been with the Center for Women’s Health
since 2002. He was formerly a partner with Podrasky & Berk
Obstetrics & Gynecology, P.C. Dr. Berk is an attending
physician on the staff at St. Mary Medical Center in Langhorne,
PA and Lower Bucks Hospital in Bristol, PA. Dr. Berk enjoys
the team spirit and enthusiastic staff at CWH. He lives
in Bucks County with his wife and two daughters and likes
to ski and bike in his free time. He participates in the
annual bike race to raise money for Multiple Sclerosis.
Advice to women: “You wear many different hats – daughter,
wife, mother, co-worker - schedule time ‘just for
yourself’ on a regular basis.”
Neil
D. Bluebond, D.O.
Dr. Bluebond graduated from Dickinson College (Carlisle,
PA), Drexel University (Philadelphia, PA), and College
of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery (Des Moines, Iowa).
He did his post graduate training at Metropolitan Hospital,
Parkview Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital,
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, and Pennsylvania
Hospital (all located in Philadelphia, PA).
“Offering clients quality patient care through working
together as a group” is what brought Dr. Bluebond
to the Center for Women’s Health when it was started
in 1995.He is an attending physician at Lower Bucks Hospital
in Bristol, PA and at Saint Mary Medical Center in Langhorne,
PA. He has been married for 20 years and has two daughters
and an adorable grandson.
Dr. Ruppersberger graduated from the University of Pennsylvania
and Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (both
located in Philadelphia, PA). He did his post graduate
training at Allentown Osteopathic Hospital (Allentown,
PA) and Parkview Hospital (Philadelphia, PA).
“Working at the Center for Women’s Health
provides me with the tools necessary to focus on holistic
medicine of mind, body and spirit,” is how Dr. Ruppersberger
describes his job. He has been with the Center since its
formation in 1995. He is an attending physician at Lower
Bucks Hospital in Bristol, PA and at Saint Mary Medical
Center in Langhorne, PA. Dr. Ruppersberger is also a family
life medical advisor and a certified instructor of natural
family planning at the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. He
has been married to his wife for 35 years, has two sons
and five grandchildren. He enjoys golf, music, dining out,
and the beach.
Advice for women: Be not afraid. Be the fullest and best
person you can be in mind, body, and spirit as you were
intended at creation. Balance in all things.
Philosophy: We are all here
for a reason. Our goal is eternal glory and our lives are
gifts along with health, family, and friends. There is no
such thing as a coincidence.
Dr. Harvey graduated from the University of Dallas (Irving,
TX) and Temple University School of Medicine (Philadelphia,PA).
She did her post graduate training at Temple University
Hospital (Philadelphia, PA).
With the Center for Women’s Health for eleven years,
Dr. Harvey has been named by Philadelphia Magazine Top
Doc in the Greater Philadelphia area for 2004 and 2005.
She enjoys working with the dedicated physicians and staff
at the Center, who are her friends as well as her colleagues.
Her hospital affiliations are with Saint Mary Medical Center,
Langhorne, PA and with Lower Bucks Hospital, Bristol, PA.
Dr. Harvey enjoys spending time in North Carolina with
her husband of three years. She is also a Reiki master
practitioner, an avid knitter, and an amateur pianist.
Advice to women: Be good to yourself, dream big, and
always search for the greatness within.
Stephanie
Schwartz, M.D.
Dr. Schwartz graduated from State University of New York
(Binghamton, NY) and State University of New York Health
Science Center (Syracuse, NY). She did her post graduate
training at the University Hospitals of Cleveland (Cleveland,
OH).
Dr. Schwartz has been with the Center for Women’s
Health since 2000.
She was formerly with Bucks County OB/GYN in Levittown, PA. She
likes knowing that if she is not in the office, her patients
will be taken care of by the other physicians, who, she feels,
are all of a similar mind set. Dr. Schwartz is an attending physician
at Saint Mary Medical Center, Langhorne, PA and Lower Bucks Hospital,
Bristol, PA. She lives in Bucks County with her husband and three
children.
Advice to women: Don’t sweat the small stuff – life
is too short. You never know what is going to happen.
Philosophy: Women need to respect
themselves and their bodies. If they respect themselves,
they will take care of themselves.
Rebecca
Milora, MSN, CRNP
Rebecca graduated from the College of New Jersey (Ewing,
NJ) and received a Master of Science degree in nursing
(women's health specialty) from the University of Pennsylvania
(Philadelphia, PA). She is a certified registered nurse
practitioner as well as a certified nutrition counselor,
massage therapist, Reiki practitioner, and yoga instructor.
She, like so many of the others who work here, enjoys
the diversity of the staff and their common commitment
to providing quality patient care. Rebecca lives in Yardley,
PA with her husband, their dog Buster, and Buster's cat,
8-ball. (8-ball has a pond full of koi that he admires
daily.) Rebecca loves to travel and explore, eat great
food, spend time with friends, practice yoga, bike, and
read.
Advice to women: Eat chocolate without guilt!
Philosophy: Health and wellness hold deeply personal meanings
unique to each individual. Multi-faceted and dynamic, it
is affected by our thoughts, beliefs, environment and relationships.
It is my privilege and passion to create a nurturing, collaborative
partnership with my patients which empowers both personal
growth and optimal health.
Lisa
Diasio, MSN, CRNP
Lisa graduated from Pennsylvania State University (University
Park, PA) and received a Master of Science degree in nursing
(nurse practitioner program) from the University of Pennsylvania
(Philadelphia, PA). She is a certified registered nurse
practitioner (women's health and inpatient obstetric nursing.)
Lisa appreciates that the Center for Women's Health treats
women holistically - caring for their physical, emotional,
and spiritual well-being. She lives in Bensalem with her
husband and two sons.
Advice to women: Always protect yourself.
Philosophy: It's never too late to begin a healthy lifestyle.
Cindy
Cullen, CNM
Cindy graduated from Penn State University (Hazleton,
PA) and Gwynedd Mercy College (Gwynedd, PA). She received
her Certificate of Nurse Midwifery from the University
of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (Newark, NJ). She
is a certified midwife with extensive experience as a nurse
in ICU, CCU, and labor and delivery.
Cindy likes working at the Center for Women's Health because
it is a fun and professional environment. Everyone is extremely
respectful of each other and of the patients. Cindy has
been married for 32 years and has a grown son and daughter.
She loves animals and physical activity - she is a certified
fitness instructor.
Advice to women: Have confidence in yourself, be independent.
Philosophy: I am an advocate of preventive medicine -
eat healthy, exercise and get regular sleep. To decrease
negative energy, keep a positive attitude, laugh a lot,
and stay away from negative people.
Karen
Nyirjesy, MSN, CRNP
Karen graduated from Thomas Jefferson University (Philadelphia,
PA) and received a Master of Science degree in nursing
(women's health care) from the University of Pennsylvania
(Philadelphia, PA). She is a certified registered nurse
practitioner.
Karen loves her co-workers - she finds everyone easy to
work with and professional. She is proud of the fact that
the Center for Women's Health offers so many services in
one place. She lives in Abington with her husband and has
two teenaged girls. Tennis, scrapbooking, and skiing are
her hobbies.
Advice to women: Life can be difficult at times so, each
day, we must make a conscious decision to have compassion
for ourselves and to show compassion for others.
Philosophy: To be truly healthy, we must care for mind,
body, and soul. We should spend time each day, even if
just for a few minutes, to purposefully care for ourselves
in each of these areas.
Kathie Olson, RN, BSN, CCCN)
Kathie has been a certified continence nurse for 20 years. She has worked with the issue of incontinence in the following settings: urology office, gerontology, home care, long term care. She has lectured at national meetings and has been published in nursing journals. Kathie continues to provide consultation to office practices setting up incontinence programs.
Kathie enjoys helping women with incontinence issues. She thinks of herself as a "bladder detective". She feels fortunate to work in an environment where there is so much support for her area of expertise and where there are so many treatment options.
Kathie is happily married with four children who range in age from 9 to 21.
The family has a dog, a fish, and two turtles. Kathie is a Girl Scout leader, a quilter, and loves to play tennis and read when she has a free moment.
Philosophy: Don't "just live with it".
Maureen
Strange (Dexa Scans)
Maureen is a certified Densitometry Technologist (certified
ISCD). She appreciates the compassion and professionalism
of her colleagues.
Maureen has been married for 34 years and has two grown
daughters. When not working, she enjoys spending time with
family and friends at her Jersey Shore summer home, where
she loves to read a good book while relaxing on the beach.
Jen
Trout (Skin Care)
Jen loves helping people feel good about themselves. She
is certified with Biomedics and Diamond Dermabrasion. Like
the others she works with, Jen loves the people who work
at the Center for Women's Health.
Jen and her husband of twelve years train dogs and have
several cats and dogs of their own. The couple enjoys hiking
and visiting Jen's home state of Georgia.
Eileen
Bartleson (Laser Hair Removal)
Eileen considers being happily married for 24 years and
raising two beautiful children to be one of her greatest
personal achievements.
It is no wonder that Eileen enjoys
the family oriented ambiance of the Center for Women's
Health. When she is not spending time with her family,
Eileen enjoys reading.
Monica
Pyle, Administrator
Monica came to the Center for Women’s
Health after many years as an administrator of a law
firm specializing in medical issues. She is a certified
mediator and volunteers her services to the local municipal
courts.
Monica is quick to share her enthusiasm
for her workplace. “The best thing about being
part of CWH is the opportunity to work closely with a
great group of physicians – I love my job.” Monica
resides in New Jersey with her husband and son. She recently
embarked on a health/exercise/wellness journey with the
goal of becoming more physically fit.
Lester
A. Ruppersberger, D.O.
Anne
Walker, M.D.
Amy
Harvey, M.D.
Mark
D. Kuhn, , M.D.
