Staff

Debra L. Obenhoff, MHA
Practice Manager

Education:
1994-Bachelor of Psychology
1997-Master in Health Services Administration

Experience/Memberships:
After completing her Master Degree in Health Services Administration, Debra started her career in Provider Services with the National HMO Kaiser Permanente and was soon promoted to Administrator of their multi-specialty care offices.
She has been a Practice Manager/Administrator now for the past 7 years.
In her tenure with Kaiser she oversaw the daily operations of 5 different health centers which provided services ranging from Primary care, OB/GYN, Physical Therapy, Dental Care, X-Ray, Laboratory and Eye Care. She joined Northeast Urogynecology in July of 2001 only 3 weeks after they opened their doors to patients.

Hobbies:
Debra enjoys camping, reading, rollerblading, Broadway shows and fine dining.

Favorite Quote:
"This too shall pass"

Gen Murphy, RN
Nurse Coordinator

Education:
1977 LPN-Albany School of Practical Nursing
1991 RN Samaritan Hospital Registered Nurse Program

Experience/Memberships:
Gen comes to Northeast Urogynecology with 8 years of urologic nursing experience and 20 years management experience. She is an active member in:
SUNA - Society of Urological Nurses and Associates
ANA - American Nursing Association
PKD - Polycystic Kidney Disease
Gen also has experience as a counselor for a Rape Crisis Center, Quality Control Board Member during her tenure at Albany Medical Center, JCAHO Inspection Prep Compliance member, and trained in OHSA Regulations.

Hobbies:b
Gardening, Reading, Swimming

Favorite Quote:
"The only unchangeable thing is change itself" and "The best is yet to come"

Rhonda Miller, CRC
Research Coordinator

Education:
Medical Information Processing Specialist--HVCC Troy NY, 1996
Fundamentals of Clinical Research --ACRP Alexandria VA, 2003
Phlebotomy Certification-- Samaritan Hospital NY, 2003

Experience/ Membership:
Rhonda has 8 years experience in the medical field. She joined Dr. Lobel at Northeast Urogynecology in July of 2001 as a receptionist. She was promoted to Research Coordinator in August of 2003 where she oversees the clinical research studies for Northeast. She is also actively involved in ACRP, the Association of Clinical Research Professionals.

Hobbies:
Rhonda enjoys spending time with her husband and four children where she is active in support of their religious and athletic instruction. Rhonda has served as a catechist at her local parish for the past 6 years. This year she is attempting to manage a softball team for Miss Lansingburgh Softball where her daughters are also players. She would like you to "wish her luck".

Favorite Quote:
"Let me tell you, Don't Miss the Boat!"

Sandy Trawick, LPN
Nurse

Education:
Licensed Practical Nurse -- Schenectady Cooperative Program for Practical Nursing

Experience/Memberships:
Sandy has over 20 years experience in nursing which includes 11 years as a floor nurse in Gynecology at Crouse Irving Memorial Hospital in Syracuse, NY. She also has over seven years experience in Long Term Care Nursing at St. Peters our Lady of Mercy. She joined Northeast Urogynecology in 2002.

Hobbies:
Quilting, Reading and Hiking

Favorite Quote:
"Shed a tear for Ireland"

Twillia Cotrone
Receptionist

Education:
Associates Degree in Business
Special Training in Confidentiality and Interpersonal Skills

Experience/Memberships:
Twillia has been a medical receptionist for over 10 years. She joined Northeast Urogynecology before it opened its doors to patients in June of 2001. She thoroughly enjoys the medical profession, particularly interacting with patients and providing exceptional customer service.

Hobbies:
Twillia enjoys reading and collecting Depression Era Glass.

Favorite Quote:
"Live Life to the Fullest"

Mary Papapetros
Receptionist

Education:
Associates in Business and Secretarial Science
Certificate in Computer Software--Mildred Elley

Experience/Memberships:
Mary comes to Northeast Urogynecology with over 12 years experience in the medical secretarial/reception field. Her experience spans both private practice and hospital settings.

Mary is a cancer survivor and is a member of the American Cancer Society.

Hobbies:
Mary enjoys family activities with her 3 children. She is actively involved in various Mom's groups, PTA and Church groups. Mary is also fluent in Greek.

Favorite Quote:
"Take life one day at time"

Marsha Tote
Surgical Coordinator

Education:
Nurses Aid Certification

Experience/Memberships:
Marsha has over 15 years experience in Medical Transcriptions. She joined Northeast Urogynecology in the fall of 2003 as our Medical Record Specialist.

Hobbies:
Marsha enjoys spending time with her children, golfing, bowling and reading.

Favorite Quote:
"Enjoy what life brings"