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  • Honesty
  • Integrity
  • Teamwork
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  • Improvement

Nurses & Research

Donna Reesman, RN, MSN, CNP

Donna is a graduate of Henry Ford Hospital School of Nursing and obtained her bachelor of science in nursing from Wayne State University in 1990 and her Masters Degree as an Adult Nurse Practitioner at Madonna University in 2001... < Full Bio >

Sherry Gasko, RN, BSN, CCRP

“I enjoy working with the patients that participate in our trials and helping them to achieve positive outcomes while participating. It gives me a lot of pleasure knowing that their participation is making a difference for others with similar diseases. They are truly valued.” < Full Bio >

Paula LaFleur RN, BSN, CCRP

Paula ia a graduate of Madonna University. She has over 21 years of nursing experience in a variety of institutions including University of Michigan and Henry Ford Hospital. Paula is currently Director of the Research Nurses... < Full Bio >

Kathleen Loeffler, RN

"My mission in nursing is to make the patient's life easier. A patient's response is always influenced by how they are feeling both physically and emotionally during treatment, so I always strive to be patient and comforting in my interactions." < Full Bio >

Tonya Melton, MSN, APRN-BC, FNP

"I am so grateful to be able to work with patients who are waiting to receive or have already received a kidney transplant. It's a blessing for them and I consider my job to be to helping them keep their transplants going as long as possible." < Full Bio >

Kathy Root, LPN

Kathy is a graduate of St. Joseph Hospital School of Practical Nursing in 1966. Her years of nursing include Childrens Hospital of Michigan premi-newborn and burn unit... < Full Bio >

Tracy Saunders RN, MSN, NP-C

"It is important for me to get to know each person and their family, not just their medical history. I am honest and compassionate, and I enjoy the ongoing relationships that I have with my patients. It is my goal to keep patients involved in their own healthcare through open communication and ongoing education so that they have the best possible outcomes." < Full Bio >

Joan Eve Malcoun Swain, MMS, PA-C

"I find tremendous reward in providing quality care and compassion to our patients which ultimately improves their outlook and generates more participation on their part. I especially enjoy the relationships I build with patients and their families." < Full Bio >

Gail Makos, MSN, NP-C

"I really enjoy working with the patients. It is so important to just listen to them, and in most cases the patients will tell you what is wrong with them. Also, working collaboratively with great physicians gives the patients the best possible care, it truly makes them feel valued."
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Linda Bonanno, RN

"Being a nurse has always given me a real sense of pride and accomplishment. At SCSP we act as teachers, social workers and care givers. Patients can be reassured they have best resources available when they have our team behind them." < Full Bio >

Michelle Coello, CNP

Michele Coello has been a Registered Nurse for over 20 years. She is a graduate from Wayne State University School of Nursing where she received her Masters of Science in Nursing degree. She is a board certified Adult Primary Care Nurse Practitioner... < Full Bio >

Alkiesha Collins, MMS, PA-C

"I am committed to always providing quality care with a passionate heart. Whenever I interact with a patient, I always remember to smile and encourage them to feel comfortable as a part of the team in maintaining and improving their healthcare." < Full Bio >

Lori McFadden, RN, BSN

“Being a nurse has always been incredibly rewarding. There is great satisfaction in knowing I make a difference for my patients. I strive to make sure patients feel comfortable and satisfied with their health care decisions. I am excited to be part of the practice at SCSP, as part of the research team and look forward to each new opportunity for my patients.” < Full Bio >