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Dr. Glembot is the Medical Director of the Winchester Medical Center Bariatric Program. A native of Warrenton, VA, he attended Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, VA where he received his medical degree and completed his general surgery residency and research fellowship. Bariatric surgery is Dr. Glembot’s passion. "It is very satisfying to see the improvements in a person’s health that occurs after this life saving procedure." Dr. Glembot has completed specialized training in the placement of the Adjustable Gastric Banding System and the Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Glembot received training during his surgical residency to perform the gastric bypass. As Medical Director, Dr. Glembot is responsible for overseeing the entire program and ensuring that all components are well integrated to make bariatric surgery as safe as possible for all patients. He has written or coauthored 8 journal articles as well as a book chapter. He lives in Winchester with his wife Lea and enjoys outdoor activities, exercise and motorcycling. Full Bio.
Dr. Wiedower earned his medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, AR. He traveled east to his general surgery residency at the Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, VA. He fell in love with Virginia and moved to Winchester in 1983. Dr. Wiedower received gastric bypass surgery training during his residency and has completed specialized training in advanced laparoscopic procedures including the placement of the Adjustable Gastric Banding Systems and the Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy. He is the Medical Director of Information Systems for Valley Health. He is passionate about this program because it gives him the ability to assist patients in getting their lives back. "Bariatric patients are the most motivated and appreciative patients I have ever had the opportunity to work with." Full Bio.
Dr. Harden-Mack currently practices Internal Medicine and Bariatric Medicine with an Integrative and Holistic approach, strongly emphasizing education and prevention to her patients. Her training includes a medical degree from Wayne State University Medical School in Michigan and residency training in Internal Medicine & Pediatrics at the Detroit Medical Center. She has achieved board certification in Internal Medicine & Pediatrics. Past Healthcare delivery includes Primary Care, Community Health and House Call Medicine.
"Obesity is a chronic disease with major health consequences. Educating and empowering persons to lead balanced, wholesome lifestyles to achieve healthy weight and thus improve health is important and exciting. It is a privilege to partner with a patient on his/her journey to achieve and maintain a healthy weight." My motto is, "Balanced Wholesome Living produces Vibrant Optimal Health."
Patrick "Rick" Northcraft, MSN, RN, FNP-C: Nurse Practitioner
Rick is a Nurse Practitioner. He first worked for Valley Health from 1994-2002 as a critical care nurse in both Pulmonary Special Care Unit and Medical/Surgical ICU. Since completing the Family Nurse Practitioner track at Shenandoah University in 2002, the majority of his career has been in the field of neurosurgery. Rick joined the Bariatric Program in 2009 and is amazed at how the program changes the lives of so many people. He is excited to be a part of the team and equally excited to play a role in the patient’s journey.
Tina Shelton MSN, RN, CBN: Program Coordinator
Tina has been employed with Valley Health since 1991 where she has held various positions in the department of surgery. In 2006 she began working as the program coordinator for the WMC Bariatric Program. In this role she works very closely with the medical director to ensure that the program consistently provides the highest quality of care on every level. Tina is a Certified Bariatric Nurse and is a member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery where she is currently serving on the marketing sub committee of the RN certification committee. Tina is also a member of the National Association of Bariatric Nurses and the Obesity Action Coalition. Away from work she enjoys spending time with family and friends. "While nursing has been a rewarding career, having the daily opportunity to witness the positive changes that continue to occur in the lives of our patients is even more rewarding".
Robyn Nickles Hensley, MS RD: Program Dietitian
Robyn earned a Master’s degree in Nutritional Sciences at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center in 2006 and her undergraduate degree from Oklahoma State University in 2003. She returned to Virginia in 2007 and began working with the Bariatric Program. Robyn works closely with surgical and medical patients to help them through the nutritional challenges of weight loss. She enjoys working closely with a multidisciplinary team that helps people accomplish their weight loss goals and make lasting improvements to their quality of life.
Erika Romaine, RD: Program Dietitian
Erika graduated from James Madison University with a Bachelor of Science degree in dietetics. She then completed a dietetic internship at Winthrom University, with a focus in clinical dietetics. She moved back to her hometown to begin work as a Registered Dietitian with the Bariatric Program. Erika is a member of the American Dietetic Association and the Virginia Dietetic Association. Her role in the program is to help guide patients through their food and nutrition related challenges to ultimately achieve weight loss and imporoved health. "I enjoy working with many different types of people, tailoring their nutrition plan and goals to their specific needs."
Pam Kuehl, LPC: Behavioral Health
Pam is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She completed a BS of Psychology at Fairmont State University and a Master’s of Counseling at West Virginia University. She joined Valley Health in July of 2005 as a therapist in the inpatient behavioral health unit. Pam brings a wealth of knowledge to the Bariatric Program on behavioral cognitive management techniques. Away from work, Pam enjoys spending time with her family and dogs. Pam commented, "I enjoy working with the Bariatric Program because of the team approach we take to treatment and seeing the patients’ transformation."
Sandi Snider, Data Analyst
Sandi has been a certified surgical technologist since 1983. Over the years she has worked in many different fields of patient care from surgery to the physician office as well as billing and coding. She has also worked with instrument processing and most recently operating room billing. She loves working with computers and solving puzzles. She is excited to join the team of a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence as a data analyst and will work to ensure the program continues to maintain its current standard of care while striving to reach even higher goals.
Delsie McCoy, MS: Exercise Specialist
Delsie McCoy holds a Master’s of Science degree in Exercise Science and Wellness Programming from Colorado State University and is certified as a Clinical Exercise Specialist. Since 2000 she has worked as a health educator for Valley Health, teaching and counseling clients on behavioral change, exercise habits, weight management, and stress management. Making activity not only beneficial, but also fun is her priority. Her favorite hobbies include hiking, ice skating, and ballroom dancing.