JenCare Senior Medical Center

Frederick "Rik" Ehmann LAc.

Although Rik Ehmann always enjoys a good laugh, holistic healing and acupuncture are no joke to him. In fact, he takes them so seriously that he's dedicated more than 10 years to practicing these ancient healing methods. "My favorite part of what I do is introducing my patients to a 5000-year-old medicine and watching it change their lives," says Rik. He believes acupuncture should be included as a treatment option for most common diseases and particularly enjoys working with the senior population. "They are the ones who benefit the most. They usually get better from using acupuncture and often fairly quickly."

Education: Portland State University, Marylhurst College, Oregon College of Oriental Medicine

Certifications: National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

Services: Acupuncture

Seema Kulkarni, MSN, ARNP FNP-C

Seema Kulkarni knew she wanted to work in healthcare when one of her daughters was born. “The excellent care I received while in the hospital made me want to extend compassion to patients, as well,” Seema says. Today, Seema is an experienced family nurse practitioner who provides quality care for her patients’ whole bodies – not just for what’s wrong, but also lifestyle factors that increase their happiness. “I chose to work with seniors because they are our parents, grandparents, aunts, and uncles. They contributed to our society. They made me what I am today, and I want to enhance their quality of life,” Seema adds.

Education: Indiana Wesleyan University

Certifications: American Association of Nurse Practitioners

Services: Primary Care

Devanshu Patel, DPM

When it comes to helping seniors stay on their feet and live independently, Dr. Devanshu Patel loves to educate. He’s a board-certified podiatrist with a passion for healing wounds and helping patients resolve pain due to foot injuries. “I want to help them be mobile,” says Dr. Patel. “I want them to remain active and enjoy a lifestyle that’s as free from further medical issues as possible. It’s a privilege to care for seniors, to develop trusting relationships with them, and change their lives for the better.”

Education: Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, Rutgers University

Certifications: American Board of Podiatric Medicine, American Podiatric Medicine Association

Services: Podiatry, Wound Care

Bhagya Lakshmi Papudesu, MD

For more than 30 years, Dr. Bhagya Papudesu has focused on the health and well-being of patients both in India and in the U.S. She enjoys getting to know each of her patients and helping them live longer, happier lives. Her medical education began in India at the University of Mysore and continued at Bangalore University where she completed her residency in Obstetrics/Gynecology. Shortly afterwards, she moved to Providence, RI, and completed an internship and residency in Internal Medicine at Brown University. Dr. Papudesu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a member of the American College of Physicians.

Education: University of Mysore , Bangalore University , Brown University

Certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine , American College of Physicians

Services: Primary Care

Jacinta Elder, MD, MSc

Dr. Jacinta Elder is board certified in internal medicine. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Howard University in Washington, D.C., and her doctorate from George Washington University, also in Washington, D.C. Dr. Elder completed her internship in internal medicine at Akron General Medical Center in Akron, Ohio, and her hematology and oncology fellowship at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute of the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland. She is a member of the American Medical Association, the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American Society of Hematology. “It’s an honor to serve patients in this capacity and I will take care of them the same way I would want a member of my family to be cared for,” said Dr. Elder. “I understand where they are and if I don’t have the answers, I usually know where to look which is what being professionally trained means to me.”

Education: Howard University , George Washington University

Certifications: American Board of Internal Medicine , American Society of Clinical Oncology , American Society of Hematology , American Medical Association

Services: Primary Care

Brian Oliver

Brian Oliver is a nurse practitioner who has always been interested in medicine. He chose to specialize in geriatrics “to help with the growing baby boomer population.” He also loves listening to their stories and learning from their wisdom. He is a strong advocate of preventative and individualized care. “My favorite part of the profession is having the opportunity to change people’s lives for the better,” he says. Brian Oliver likes forming strong relationships with patients by establishing trust and engaging in frequent appointments. In his free time, Brian Oliver can be found enjoying the outdoors. He especially loves kayaking, rock climbing, and hiking. He also enjoys working on cars and spending time with his dog, Chance.

Education: Semester abroad: University of Reading , University of Louisville , Northern Kentucky University

Services: Geriatrics

Tomasz Kobylanski

Dr. Tomasz Kobylanski chose to pursue a career in medicine “to help sick people to get better and live longer.” His favorite part of being a physician is “talking to patients and optimizing their medical care.” He aims to “reduce polypharmacy.” He explains, “Not every problem needs to be medicated.” He likes taking his time during patient encounters. “I carefully listen to what patients have to tell me and try to understand their point,” he explains. He is passionate about providing seniors excellent care. “I will take really good care of them and their family,” he says. In his free time, Dr. Kobylanski loves staying active through sports, walking, and biking. He also enjoys spending time with his grown children and their dogs.

Education: Medical University of Warsaw , Lenox Hill Hospital

Certifications: American College of Physicians , Society of Hospital Medicine , American Medical Association

Services: Internal Medicine

LaTasha Reid

At twelve years old, LaTasha Reid stumbled upon a CPR book, which ignited her interest in medicine. “I love working with people and making a difference in their lives. People are usually at their most vulnerable when they are seeking healthcare and to just be able to help them in any way that I can is so fulfilling,” she says. She is a dedicated patient advocate. “I want them to be able to count on me to deliver the best care that I can,” she says. If she could, she would reduce health disparities in underserved communities. “Everyone should receive equal care despite their race or socioeconomic status,” she says. In her free time, LaTasha Reid loves spending time with family. She also enjoys traveling and watching cooking shows.

Education: Spalding University , Indiana Wesleyan University , Jefferson Community College

Certifications: American Association of Nurse Practitioners

Services: Primary Care

Trevecca Shaw

Dr. Trevecca Shaw’s interest in healthcare began as a child. “I love helping to make people’s lives better, and I use healthcare as my means of giving,” he says. His favorite part of being a podiatrist is getting to know his patients and their families. He always approaches patient encounters with a listening ear and a non-judgmental mindset. “I absolutely love the senior population,” he says. To help patients improve their quality of life, he encourages them to stay active. He often converses with colleagues, attends seminars, and reads articles to stay up to date with the newest medical advancements. Dr. Shaw considers himself a foodie and a fitness enthusiast. He also enjoys traveling and has an extensive comic book collection.

Education: Kent University College of Podiatric Medicine , Western Reserve Care Systems, Northside Regional Medical Center , Lane College

Certifications: American Podiatric Medical Association

Services: Podiatry

Tyrone Daniels

Dr. Tyrone Daniels always knew he wanted to work in healthcare. “Getting to know my patients personally and working to improve their lives has always been an important part of my calling to this profession. There is no greater need than to work to improve the lives of our elders and this is what I strive to accomplish,” he says. He greatly enjoys learning from seniors. “The only way to create a strong bond is getting to know your patients on a deep, personal level to help develop trust and respect,” he explains. He adds that he is empathetic, compassionate, and will always have his patients’ “best interests at heart.” Dr. Daniels loves spending time with family and watching movies in his down time. He is also a target shooter.

Education: University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine , University of Illinois Chicago , Washington and Lee University

Certifications: American College of Cardiology , American Society of Echocardiography

Services: Cardiology

Celeste Magen White

Celeste Magen White chose to pursue a career in healthcare to “help people live healthier lives and to help advocate for those who may not have a voice.” She specifically chose to work with seniors to “improve their quality of life and promote well-being in every stage.” She views her relationship with patients as “a partnership” and likes “meeting them where they are.” She enjoys educating patients and wants them to feel “heard and valued.” She adds, “My goal is to assist them with living a long, healthy, happy life to the best of my ability. I pass no judgement on lifestyle choices.” In her free time, Magen can be found spending time with her family or tending to her small hobby farm with various animals and gardens.

Education: Indiana Wesleyan University , Galen College of Nursing

Certifications: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

Services: Primary Care