Eric Krutel | DO Joined the St. Clair Nephrology Team: 2021 Certification Dr Krutel is certified through the American Board of Osteopathic Internal Medicine and its subspecialty Board of Nephrology. Dr Krutel is also an Interventional Nephrologist providing care at Eastside Vascular Access Center. Education Dr Krutel’s medical degree is from the Lake Erie College…
Reem Yusufani | MD “I believe that good communication and being empathetic with patients is very important and listening to patient needs and working together in decision making is critical to provide the best to my patients.” Joined the St. Clair Nephrology Team: 2024 Certification Dr Yusafani is certified by the American Board of Internal…
Samah Suede | MD “In nephrology, we care for more than just kidneys — we care for the people who depend on them. My mission is to provide precise, evidence-based treatment with compassion, dignity, and respect, empowering every patient to live a healthier and fuller life. Through partnership, education, and personalized care, I am committed…
Michael Peniston, MD Joined the St. Clair Nephrology Team: 2026 Certification Dr Peniston is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Education His medical degree is from St George’s University School of Medicine. He completed his Internal Medicine residencyand Nephrology fellowship at Henry Ford St John Hospital in Detroit. Add to the following office…
Julie Schock | FNP-BC “I enjoy the challenge of integrating medications and dietary changes into complicated clinical and social situations. It really does take looking at the entire person, and the world around them to help patients understand their health and find motivation to become active participants in their care.” Joined the St. Clair Nephrology…
Gudalia Fajardo | FNP “It is a privilege caring for patients with kidney disease. I believe it is important to provide understanding and support throughout the disease process and encourage patients to adhere to the medical plans tailored to their individual needs. Knowing that patients attained their individual goals can be very rewarding.” Joined the…
Diana Scanlon | NP-C “I feel that it is important to educate my patients. This not only helps them, but it also empowers them to take charge of their health.” Joined the St. Clair Nephrology Team: 2015 Education Diana attended University of Detroit where she received her degree in Nursing and continued her education at…
Angela Bacchus | DNP, CNN-NP “My patient care philosophy is rooted in compassion and respect for the individuals and families I work with.” Joined the St. Clair Nephrology Team: 2016 Education Angela attended Rush University College of Nursing where she received her degree in Nursing. She continued her education a Michigan State University to become…
Jennifer Ruprecht | PA-C, Nephrology CAQ “What I love most about my job is the team I get to work with and getting to know and care for the patients.” Joined the St. Clair Nephrology Team: 2017 Education Jennifer attended Clemson University where she received her Bachelor of Science in Health Science and continued her…
Gerlinda Gordon | FNP-C “I believe in the importance of a patient centered approach, which encompasses a healthy lifestyle by preventing disease and developing a management plan that is personalized for each patient.” Joined the St. Clair Nephrology Team: 2019 Education Gerlinda earned her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Nursing from the…