To: bovik@cs.cmu.edu
Subject: internists (1998 May)
From: Mel Siegel <mws+@cmu.edu>
Reply-to: mws+@cmu.edu
Cc: mws+@cmu.edu
Date: Sun, 24 May 1998 10:01:43 -0400
Message-ID: <5131.896018503@glint.sensor.ri.cmu.edu>
Sender: Mel_Siegel@glint.sensor.ri.cmu.edu

Mel Siegel posted on general:

> After a long silent period, Bovik had a lot of activity on
> internists/gp-s in April: nine new entries!  Nevertheless, since my
> internist of many years (Phillip Levine) is retiring, I'd like to
> pursue this question further.

> First, I would appreciate it if you can tell me anything about any
> of Levine's partners: Gary Fischer, Ann Fraker, Paul Han, and Susan
> Laenger.  He recommends them all highly, but all have been totally
> non-responsive to (not even saying no, just ignoring) my request for
> a resume/outline/etc of their experience and approach; this is a
> sign of aloofness that turns me off completely.

> Second, their practice is at the UPMC facility that shares the
> Holiday Inn parking lot, and is associated with Presby Hospital.  I
> currently prefer Shadyside Hospital, so am particularly interested
> in hearing about physicians who practice there and have their main
> offices there or nearby.  Thanks ... and I'll pass anything useful
> on to Bovik unless you ask me not to.  -- Mel

Marvin Sirbu replied:

> I have used Larry Hurwitz for many years and have been quite pleased.

Jeliza Patterson replied:

> I've been very happy with the folks at "Salano, Fiorillo, Coyle and
> Associates" -- specifically, I have seen the associates, Coleen
> Carignan and Emily Burns, both internists. They are located in
> Shadyside Place, right next to the hospital, and are part of
> UPMC. 681-1518.

A third person who did not want details posted is extremely
enthusiastic about Laenger, and also positive about Fraker.

Thanks to all who responded!  -- Mel