Internal Medicine
Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday
9:00 am-5:00 pm
Appointments:
NEW HARTFORD LOCATION
1729 Burrstone Road,
New Hartford, NY 13413
An Internal Medicine physician provides primary care for adult patients. This type of physician specializes in the prevention and treatment of adult diseases and the general health care of the patient. Because Internists have a wide range of medical knowledge, they are able to treat the whole person and provide quality life-long care.
Internal Medicine is devoted to the comprehensive care of adult patients and includes diagnosis and treatment of such problems as:
- Heart disease
- Kidney disease
- Gastrointestinal problems
- Arthritis and other joint problems
- Allergies
- Cancer
- Anemia
- Infections
- Depression
- Skin disease
- Diabetes
- Nutritional problems
Why do I need a primary care physician?
- It is important to select a primary care physician because he or she will be responsible for about 90% of your health care, including referrals to internal medicine specialists, when required.
- A primary care physician coordinates your medical care including referring you to the appropriate specialist when needed, ordering diagnostic tests and treatments, and answering questions regarding your health.
- A primary care physician can provide continuity of care, including routine physicals, which can help prevent or detect the onset of certain diseases and conditions.
- Establishing a relationship with a primary care physician allows him or her to understand your medical history better and gain knowledge about you overtime; therefore, when problems arise, a better diagnosis can be made.
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Slocum-Dickson’s Internal Medicine Physicians
Daniel Goodman, MD completed his Internal Medicine Residency and Internship at St. Vincent Hospital in Worchester, MA. He received his Medical Degree at SUNY Downstate Medical College in Brooklyn, NY.
Celesta M. Hunsiker, M.D. completed her Internal Medicine Residency and Internship at Wilford Hall Medical Center at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas. Dr. Hunsiker received her Medical Degree from Louisiana State University in Shreveport Louisiana.
Thomas John, MD completed his Internal Medicine Residency and internship at Mercy Catholic Medical Center in Darby, PA. He received his Medical Degree from the University of Jos in Jos, Nigeria.
Timothy H. LaFont, MD completed his Residency in Internal Medicine at San Joaquin General Hospital in French Camp, CA. Dr. LaFont completed an Internal Medicine internship at Long Island College Hospital in Brooklyn, NY and a Surgery Internship at Booth Memorial Medical Center in Flushing, NY. He received his Medical Degree from the Autonomous University of Guadalajara in Jalisco, Mexico.
Steven LaGrant, MD completed his Internal Medicine Residency at Jamaica Hospital in Queens, NY. He completed an Internship at Roger Williams Hospital in Providence, RI and received his Medical Degree from the University of Technology at Santiago, Santo Domingo, DR. Dr. LaGrant is also certified in FLEX and ECFMG.
Thang Le, MD completed his Internal Medicine Residency and internship at Saint Vincent’s Hospital and Medical College of New York located in New York City. Dr. Le received his Medical Degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans, LA.
Apruva Shah, MD completed his Internal Medicine Residency at St. Joseph Mercy Oakland Hospital in Pontiac, MI where he was the Chief Resident. He received his Medical Degree from the American University of Antigua College of Medicine in Antigua and Barbuda.
Mohsin Syed, MD completed his Internal Medicine Residency and Internship at Albany Medical Center in Albany, NY. He received his Medical Degree from Sindh Medical College. He is Board Certified in both Internal Medicine and Addiction Medicine.
Kenneth Visalli, DOKenneth Visalli, Jr., DO, MPH is Board Certified in both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. He specializes in the total healthcare of adults and children of all ages.
Dr. Visalli was born and raised in Utica, NY. He is a graduate of Notre Dame High School and Utica College. Dr. Visalli completed a combined Internal Medicine and Pediatric Residency at the University of South Florida, Morsani College of Medicine in Tampa, FL, serving as Chief Resident from 2015 to 2016. Dr. Visalli earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Degree and his Master of Public Health Degree from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in Biddeford, ME.
Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioners & Physician Assistants
Working in collaboration with Dr. Le:
Renee Lynn Carney, FNP
Renee earned her Master’s Degree in the Family Nurse Practitioner Program at SUNY Polytechnic Institute. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from SUNY Empire State College and her Associate in Applied Science of Nursing from St. Elizabeth’s College of Nursing. She is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.
Working in collaboration with Dr. John:
Michelle Chambrone RN, ANP-C
Michelle earned her Master’s Degree in the Adult Nurse Practitioner program at the State University of New York Institute of Technology where she also earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing. She is a graduate of St. Elizabeth School of Nursing and a Nationally Certified Adult Nurse Practitioner. She is a member of the American Nursing Credentialing Center and the Nurse Practitioner Association.
Working in collaboration with Dr. Syed:
Kassandra Giglio, FNP
Kassandra earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree from Utica University and her Master of Science in Nursing from SUNY Poly.
Working in collaboration with Dr. LaGrant:
Erin Krupski, FNP
Erin is Board Certified by the American Nursing Credentialing Center. She earned her Bachelors of Science in Nursing Degree from St. John fisher College in Rochester, NY and her Masters of Science Degree in Family Nurse Practitioner at SUNY Polytechnic Institute in Marcy, NY.
Working in collaboration with Dr. Shah:
Ashley LaMonica, MSN, APRN, FNP-C
Ashley LaMonica holds a Master of Science in Nursing from SUNY Polytechnic Institute and is board certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner. She attended SUNY Polytechnic Institute where she received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and earned her Associate in Applied Science from Mohawk Valley Community College. She is also a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.
Working in collaboration with Dr. Visalli:
Shannon Lee, MSN, FNP-C
Shannon earned her Master of Science in Nursing from SUNY Upstate Medical University and she’s Family Nurse Practitioner Certified. She attended SUNY Polytechnic Institute for her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and earner her Associate in Applied Science from St. Elizabeth’s College of Nursing (Registered Nurse).
Working in collaboration with Dr. Syed:
Shawna Lee, MSN, FNP-C
Shawna earned her Master of Science in Nursing from SUNY Upstate Medical University and she’s Family Nurse Practitioner Certified. She attended SUNY Polytechnic Institute for her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and earner her Associate in Applied Science from St. Elizabeth’s College of Nursing (Registered Nurse).
Working in collaboration with Dr. Syed:
Ethan Myers, FNP-C
Ethan earned his Associate of Applied Science in Nursing degree from St. Elizabeth College of Nursing. He attended SUNY Poly for his Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree and received his Master of Science degree in the Family Nurse Practitioner Program at SUNY Upstate Medical University. Ethan is a NYS Licensed Registered Nurse and is ACLS and BLS Certified.
Working in collaboration with Dr. Shah:
Michelle Palumbo MSN, FNP-BC
Michelle Palumbo holds a Master of Science in Nursing from Utica University and is board certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner. She Attended SUNY Polytechnic Institute where she received her Bachelors of Science in Nursing. She earned her Associates in Applied Science from Mohawk Valley Community College. She is also a member of the American Nurses Association and the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.
Working in collaboration with Dr. John:
Amela earned her Associate of Applied Science in Nursing degree at the St. Elizabeth College of Nursing. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Utica University and her Masters of Science in Nursing degree at SUNY Upstate Medical University.
Working in collaboration with Dr. Syed:
Jennefer earned her Master of Science in Nursing in the Family Nurse Practitioner Program from the State University of New York Upstate Medical University. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the State University of New York at Plattsburgh and her Associate of Science in Nursing at Clinton Community College.
Procedures & Services
All aspects of Adult Medicine
Physical examinations
General healthcare
Treatment for chronic medical problems
Diagnosis and treatment of:
- Heart disease
- Kidney disease
- Gastrointestinal problems
- Arthritis and other joint problems
- Allergies
- Cancer
- Anemia
- Infections
- Depression
- Skin disease
- Diabetes
- Nutritional problems