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Dr. Lewandoski is the founder and Chief Medical Officer at South Shore Medical Care.
Dr. Lewandoski received his Baccalaureate from SUNY Stony Brook, and then attended the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine (NYITCOM) in Old Westbury, N.Y. for his medical degree. Dr. Lewandoski graduated NYITCOM in Old Westbury, N.Y. in 1997, completed his rotating internship at Good Samaritan Hospital in West Islip in 1998, and his residency in Family Practice at the Good Samaritan Hospital in West Islip in 2000.
He was the first official acceptance to his class, for which he received a scholarship. He graduated in the top 5% of his class.
Dr. Lewandoski was the only student of his graduating class to be awarded the Dr. Shepard Splain Excellence in Surgery Award for top honors in that discipline. He was heavily involved in research with the Department of Biomechanics and was the most published student in his graduating class.
Dr. Lewandoski has 20 years of experience in Primary Care. He is a member of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA), and the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians (ACOFP). Dr. Lewandoski is also the Medical Director of South Shore Medical Care Physical Therapy, a state of the art 2000 square foot facility located in his medical office building. Dr. Lewandoski also tests and treats patients for allergies in a dedicated facility in the same building.
Dr. Lewandoski had initially considered a career in a Surgical Subspecialty but decided to follow the path of Primary Care. “I felt that the direct contact with my patients suited my personality, and the myriad of disciplines encompassing Primary Care offered me the challenge needed to fulfill my passion for medicine.” Dr. Lewandoski attended a residency program in Family Practice at Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center. When he is not practicing medicine, Dr. Lewandoski enjoys spending time with his loving wife, Sheila, and the newest addition to the Lewandoski clan, Luca James Lewandoski. He also enjoys working in his garden and restoring antique cars.
Lauren Bovelle, PA
Senior Physician Assistant
Lauren Bovelle joined South Shore Medical Care in October of 2012. Lauren graduated from Muhlenberg College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and received a Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies at Touro College.
Lauren loves Family Practice for its multitude of challenges and enjoys all aspects of Family Medicine, including prevention and care of acute and chronic illnesses. She also enjoys getting to know her patients while striving to provide the best medical care possible.
“I find practicing medicine is rewarding, as well as challenging. I believe listening to my patients is important because each patient and situation is unique. I want my patients to feel comfortable, and I know that together we will create the appropriate treatment plan for their particular needs.”
Robert Gribbin, PT
Robert Gribbin graduated from Quinnipiac University and now has 13 years of physical therapy experience. My time has been split between subacute rehabilitation and outpatient therapy. During my spare time I enjoy playing basketball, golf, rooting for my favorite sports teams, and spending time with my wife and dog.
Sara Genova
Clinician
Sara Genova graduated from Pace University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology and then graduated from Hofstra University with a Masters Degree in Physician Assistant Studies.
Sara has substantial experience working in orthopedics and pain management and will be applying her background training to her practices here in primary care. She is determined to provide well rounded care to all of her patients. In her spare time she loves to read books across all genres.
“Working at South Shore Medical Care was my favorite rotation as a student, and then when I moved to Long Island it only made sense to be a patient myself a few years later. I eventually found the opportunity to become part of the team as a provider which was a very easy decision to make. The staff is wonderful and I enjoy working with them to broaden my horizons as a provider by practicing in primary care. I look forward to meeting the patients of this practice and developing my relationships with them while expanding my skill set as a provider.”
Gabriella Pelletteri
Clinician
Gabriella Pelletteri graduated from University of Delaware with a Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Diagnostics and then earned her Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from SUNY Stony Brook.
Gabriella is enthusiastic about starting her career as a new PA with the exceptional team at South Shore Medical Care.
“I’m drawn to the variety primary care offers and am committed to overcoming challenges to ensure the best possible care for our patients. My goal is to treat each patient with the same compassion and dedication I would show to my own family. I’m excited to educate and support patients while growing in my role as a new provider.”
In her free time, Gabriella enjoys outdoor activities, hiking and spending quality time with her family and friends.
Artee Narain
Clinician
Artee Narain graduated from The City College of New York with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology. She received her Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from SUNY Stony Brook. Artee is excited to join the wonderful team of clinicians and staff at South Shore Medical Care. “One of the aspects that drew me to family practice is the variety it encompasses. I relish the challenge and satisfaction of addressing a broad spectrum of medical issues. This variety also enhances my problem-solving skills and keeps me engaged and constantly learning. I also value the opportunity to build long-lasting relationships with my patients, as these connections allow me to understand their health in the context of their lives and provide care that is both effective and empathetic.” Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my friends and family, playing with my dog Daisy, and watching movies.