Community Care Physicians

04/03/2026

Big recognition for one of our own 👏

We’re proud to celebrate Ali Watson, PharmD, BCACP, named APPE Faculty Preceptor of the Year by Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.

Preceptors play a vital role in shaping the next generation of pharmacists—and Dr. Watson stands out for her leadership, clinical expertise, and dedication to both patient care and student learning.

As one student shared, her rotation was “one of the most valuable learning experiences” of their training.

What is a preceptor?

These pharmacy professionals play an integral role by helping to shape a student’s future and launch their careers. There are more than 500 ACPHS preceptors supporting our clinical rotation sites, modeling professional conduct and decision-making, and evaluating students in their settings.

Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences proudly announces the 2025 Preceptor Awards, including the following ACPHS alumni and other talented individuals:

🎉APPE Faculty Preceptor of the Year
Alexandra Watson ’14, PharmD, BCACP

🎉 APPE Preceptor of the Year Award
Aaron Salwan, PharmD, MPH, BCPP

🎉Preceptor of the Year Award
Regina Scott ’15, PharmD, BCPS

🎉 Experiential Education Engagement Award
Christine Zeolla ’99, RPh
Jeannine Beth Wilkinson Rose ’94, PharmD

🎉 Distinguished Preceptor Award
Laura A. Rodriguez ’95, RPh

🎉Experiential Education Engagement Award
Thomas P. Lombardi, PharmD, FASHP, RPh

Read more about all of our wonderful honorees: https://www.acphs.edu/news/acphs-honors-preceptors/

04/03/2026

Meet Caroline Doe!

We’re excited to welcome Caroline Doe, CNS, DNP, ACNP-BC, FNP-BC, to the Family Practice Rotterdam care team! With over 20 years in nursing and 10+ years as an advanced practice provider, she’s dedicated to patient-centered care, chronic disease management, and prevention.

Inspired by her grandmother’s work as a nurse-midwife in Liberia, Caroline believes in empowering patients through clear communication and shared decision-making.

When she’s off the clock, she loves gardening, home projects, HGTV, music, and family time.

Learn more about her journey and expertise here: https://communitycare.com/doctors/caroline-j-doe/

04/02/2026

We've long recognized the need for stronger collaboration with local hospital partners to improve communication, coordination, and patient access to care. In partnership with CDPHP, CCP is taking an important step forward by working more closely with Albany Med Health System. While the three organizations will maintain their own leadership and governance, this strategic collaboration is designed to align us around a shared goal: to ensure patients receive timely, appropriate, coordinated care and to strengthen access and health outcomes across the region—while preserving patient choice. Read more here: https://communitycare.com/ccp-amhs-cdphp-collaboration/

04/01/2026

Welcome Mikayla Solloway, FNP-C, to Family Practice Slingerlands!

Mikayla is a certified nurse practitioner with a passion for caring for patients of all ages. She believes disease prevention is key to helping patients live healthier lives and loves building lasting relationships with her patients. Mikayla especially enjoyed her women’s health rotation and is happy to provide comprehensive care for female patients all in one place.

Her approach is centered on listening, respect, and creating a safe, non-judgmental space, ensuring patients leave with confidence in their care.

Outside work, Mikayla enjoys traveling, spending time with family and friends, being outdoors, and playing sports.

Read more: https://communitycare.com/doctors/mikayla-solloway/

03/31/2026

What does a nutritionist actually put in their cart? 👀

No trends. No gimmicks. Just real-life choices that support real-life health.

Today, we’re shopping with our nutrition team to show:
✔️ What they always buy
✔️ What they skip (and why)
✔️ Their go-to quick meals

Because eating well shouldn’t feel complicated.

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03/31/2026

V-Healthy® Day is Friday May 8th, 2026
**Educators Needed**
We’re looking for volunteers - Healthcare professionals and community members interested in educating high school students.
Join Our V-Healthy® Team
E-mail: Amit.Bhusri@MyVascularHealth.org
To sign up, please use the link below
https://form.jotform.com/253284504948162
Please share with your friends and colleagues.

03/30/2026

Meet Dr. Danny Diaz—family physician, Army veteran, and a firm believer that great care starts with truly knowing your patients.

His path to medicine started early—watching his father provide free care to underserved communities.

💬 “That was a major inspiration for me.”

Today, that same purpose drives everything he does—from preventive care to building meaningful, lasting relationships with his patients.

💙 “I treat my patients the way I would treat my own family.”

For Dr. Diaz, understanding each patient’s values isn’t extra—it’s essential.

He’s especially passionate about prevention—helping patients stay ahead of cardiovascular, metabolic, and mental health conditions before they take hold.

Outside the office, he’s all about staying active and recharging:
🏔 Hiking, camping, and snowboarding in the Adirondacks
🚣 Kayaking whenever he can
💪 Exercise and meditation to stay grounded

And at the end of the day, it’s family time—whether that’s traveling with his wife and baby or wrangling life with their three puppies.

He also continues the work that inspired him—volunteering at local missions and free clinics to care for underserved communities.

Because for Dr. Diaz, medicine isn’t just a profession—it’s a commitment to showing up for people, every step of the way.

03/30/2026

In honor of Doctors' Day, we’re celebrating the talents our physicians bring beyond medicine.

Meet Dr. Amanda Dvorscak, a dedicated pediatrician with serious strength 💪

Outside of caring for her patients, Dr. Dvorscak brings her background as a former powerlifter into coaching a Special Olympics powerlifting team. What started as a love for the sport has grown into something far more meaningful.

For her, it’s not about medals—it’s about inclusion, confidence, and helping athletes become the best versions of themselves.

Whether she’s guiding patients toward healthier lifestyles or coaching athletes to reach new goals, Dr. Dvorscak is all about building strength—in every sense of the word.

Because great doctors don’t just care for their communities—they help lift them up.

03/30/2026

Meet Dr. Lorraine Lemons—pediatrician, mentor, and someone who’s been cheering kids on long before they could spell “doctor.”

She was drawn to medicine for the challenge—but stayed for the people.

💬 “I loved the idea of a career that combined education, empathy, counseling, human development, and working with families.”

Pediatrics turned out to be the perfect fit—blending her passion for helping children with guiding families through every stage of growth.

And that growth? It’s her favorite part.

💙 “Following kids over time and seeing how they grow and change—and hearing all their funny stories.”
(If you know, you know—kids will absolutely keep you humble and entertained.)

On the tough days, her reset is simple and grounding:
💬 “Going home to my family—and remembering there are far more good days than tough ones.”

Outside the office, you’ll find Dr. Lemons on the tennis court, traveling with her family, or enjoying a good book. Whether she’s caring for patients or spending time with her own family (including her dachshund, Beans 🐾), connection is always at the center of what she does.

Because great pediatric care isn’t just about today—it’s about growing up together.

03/30/2026

This Doctors’ Day, we’re highlighting the talents our physicians bring beyond medicine.

Meet Dr. Anthony Malone, a dedicated pediatrician with a creative eye 📸

Long before caring for children and families, Dr. Malone discovered his love for photography as a high school yearbook editor. What started as learning camera equipment became a lifelong passion for capturing moments and expressing creativity through the lens.

Whether he’s helping families navigate complex care or framing the perfect shot, Dr. Malone knows how to focus on what matters most.

Because great doctors don’t just see patients—they see the world a little differently.

03/30/2026

Meet Dr. Lev Barats—physician, Air Force veteran, and someone who truly believes medicine starts with people.

He chose this path for a simple reason: he loves working with people. For him, medicine is more than diagnoses and treatments—it’s helping others make sense of a complicated healthcare system and empowering them to live healthier, more informed lives.

💬 “It gives me a sense of purpose—I feel like I’m making a meaningful impact.”

Ask him his favorite part of the job, and the answer comes easy: the relationships.

💙 “Over time, my patients feel like an extended family.”

Being part of those lives—guiding, supporting, and earning trust—is what makes the work so meaningful.

And on the tough days?
That same trust keeps him going.

💬 “I have a large extended ‘patient family’ who trust me. That’s something I never take for granted.”

Outside the office, Dr. Barats is all about family and fresh air—road biking with his son, cross-country skiing with his daughter, and cooking with his wife (with a self-admitted tendency to oversalt just a little 😉).

He also gives back alongside his daughter—now a medical student—volunteering together at the Capital City Rescue Mission Free Clinic.

Because for him, care doesn’t stop when the workday ends—it’s just part of who he is.