Tradition Continues With Einstein Physicians Recognized as “Top Doctors” by Philadelphia Magazine
Einstein Ranked Number One for Appropriate Care Measures
Philadelphia, PA, May 7, 2009 – Twelve doctors from Albert Einstein Healthcare Network have been recognized as “Top Doctors” in the April issue of Philadelphia magazine. This group, designated along with others by their peers as the region’s best, sustains a long tradition of Einstein
experts receiving this acknowledgement. The doctors represent a broad range of clinical areas, including surgery, physical
medicine and rehabilitation, gastroenterology, psychiatry, diabetes, and others.
In addition, the magazine published patient care scores reported to the non-profit agency Pennsylvania Health Care Quality
Alliance based on patient care provided at area hospitals for major causes of hospital admissions -- heart attack, heart failure,
pneumonia and surgery. Among 30 area hospitals, Albert Einstein Medical Center earned the highest overall appropriate care score.
“Our number one regional ranking in this survey along with the recognition our doctors received, reaffirms the talent and
dedication among our staff to continually improve quality care within our network,” says Barry R. Freedman, President and
Chief Executive Officer of Albert Einstein Healthcare Network. “Our physicians, nurses, and staff across the network, work
so diligently each and every day to provide patients with an exceptional Einstein experience,” Mr. Freedman adds.
Two Einstein physicians were included in the magazine’s Rising Stars category, which recognizes physicians age 40 and under
for their outstanding work. Our Rising Stars include: 34-year-old electrophysiologist Sumeet Mainigi, MD, who specializes in treating heart rhythm disorders such as atrial fibrillation, supraventricular tachycardia, and ventricular
tachycardia, and 31-year-old psychiatrist Guillero Otero-Pérez , MD, who specializes in depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and suicide evaluation and prevention.
In addition to Drs. Mainigi and Otero-Pérez, the following physicians from across Albert Einstein Healthcare Network were
recognized as “Top Doctors”:
Lawrence Brent, MD
Rheumatology
Dr. Brent specializes in lupus (an autoimmune disease), a form of lupus called Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, ankylosing spondylitis
(a chronic condition that involves pain and inflammation of the joints of the spine), and arthritis.
Arthur Chernoff, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Dr. Chernoff specializes in diabetes, osteoporosis, thyroid disorders and obesity.
Debra Copit, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
Dr. Copit is an expert on the latest breast imaging techniques. She launched one of the nation’s first mammography screening
programs for women with disabilities.
Alberto Esquenazi, MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
MossRehab
Dr. Esquenazi specializes in amputee rehabilitation, mobility evaluation and treatment, and gait analysis.
Lori Jardines, MD
Surgery
Dr. Jardines specializes in breast surgery.
Philip Katz, MD
Gastroenterology
Dr. Katz specializes in gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), swallowing disorders, Barrett’s esophagus and other esophageal
disorders.
Mark Kotapka, MD
Neurological Surgery
Dr. Kotapka specializes in pituitary tumors, skull base surgery and spinal surgery.
Nathaniel Mayer, MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
MossRehab
Dr. Mayer specializes in motor control analysis, spasticity management, and brain injury rehabilitation.
Michael Saulino, MD
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
MossRehab
Dr. Saulino specializes in spinal cord injury, spasticity management, pain management, and stroke rehabilitation.
Lawrence Solin, MD
Radiation Oncology
Dr. Solin specializes in the treatment of breast malignancies and is nationally-renowned for his research on the use of definitive
radiation after breast conservation treatment for women with early stage breast cancer.
(“Top Doctors” 2009 was compiled by Castle Connolly Medical Ltd., a healthcare research and information firm).
About MossRehab
Recognized as a national leader in medical rehabilitation, MossRehab provides high-quality, compassionate medical care for
individuals with physical disabilities. MossRehab offers a wide range of specialized services, including comprehensive programs
for brain and spinal cord injury, stroke, amputation and orthopaedic conditions. MossRehab has two main facilities – MossRehab
at Elkins Park at 60 Township Line Road in Elkins Park, PA, and MossRehab at 1200 West Tabor Road in Philadelphia. It also
operates inpatient units, outpatient sites and various community programs in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. MossRehab
is a member of Albert Einstein Healthcare Network which consists of Albert Einstein Medical Center, Belmont Behavioral Health,
Germantown Community Health Services, Willow Terrace (a nursing home), Willowcrest (a center for subacute care), and a number
of outpatient and satellite locations. For more information, call 1-800-CALL MOSS or visit www.mossrehab.com.
About Albert Einstein Healthcare Network
Albert Einstein Healthcare Network is a 1,200 bed integrated delivery network serving the communities of North Philadelphia
and Montgomery County, PA. Einstein combines the best of academic medicine and community service, employing nearly 7,000 people,
and offering training programs for physician residents and fellows, nurses and other health professionals. The network provides
healthcare services through Albert Einstein Medical Center and Einstein at Elkins Park hospitals, its MossRehab and Belmont
Behavioral Health divisions, Germantown Community Health Services, Willow Terrace (a nursing home), Willowcrest (a center
for subacute care), outpatient facilities such as Center One and Einstein Neighborhood Healthcare, a network of primary care
and specialist practices throughout the community. For more information, visit www.einstein.edu or call 1-800-EINSTEIN.
CONTACT: Judy Horwitz
Communications Specialist
Albert Einstein Healthcare Network
215-456-6767
horwitzj@einstein.edu
Publish date: May 7, 2009
