The hospital staff will be there with you the day of your operation and remain with you during your hospital stay.
Jennifer Riggleman, MSN, RN; Director, Bariatric Nursing Unit
After years of experience in orthopedic nursing, Jennifer joined the bariatric team as nursing unit director in 2006. Working with the interdisciplinary group remains an enriching and educational experience for Jennifer.
Erin Russell: Physical Therapist
Erin is a physical therapist at Winchester Medical Center. She serves as the in-patient therapist on the bariatric unit. Her role is to teach patients efficient ways of moving in addition to providing activity education and starting our patients on a post-operative exercise program.
Joe Delozier, CFA, CST: Surgical Services
Joe began working at Winchester Medical Center in 1980 as an orderly and in 1983 he enrolled in the Surgical Technology program. In 1986 he became certified as a First Assistant and in 2006 he began assisting bariatric surgery. He is the Surgical Services Joint Commission Readiness Coordinator and the Safety & Communication Officer.
Yvonne Brathwaite, RN: Clinical Manager
Yvonne has 15 years of nursing experience in the surgical field. In 2007 she took on the role of clinical manager for the bariatric program. Yvonne thoroughly enjoys working with our team and finds her career very rewarding.
Dawn Forte-Smith, BSN, RN: Surgical Services
Dawn is a registered nurse with 20 years experience. She has worked in both medical/surgical ICU and the operating room.