Upstate Advanced Practice

04/22/2026

Celebrating Excellence in Advanced Practice

Kathleen Tindall has successfully completed the American Society of Breast Surgeons (ASBrS) APP Certificate Program in Benign and Malignant Breast Disease—a significant achievement in advanced clinical education.

This intensive 7-month program provides a deep dive into the same clinical standards used in surgical fellowships, covering high-risk genetics, advanced risk assessment, and the latest approaches to both surgical and medical management of breast disease.

💬 “I chose to pursue the ASBrS APP Breast Certification to strengthen my clinical decision-making and ensure I’m always providing patients with evidence-based, compassionate care. The experience was both challenging and incredibly rewarding. I’m excited to bring this knowledge back to our breast care team at Upstate and continue delivering the highest level of care for our patients.”

Kathleen’s dedication to continuous learning and clinical excellence reflects the commitment of our Advanced Practice team to delivering high-quality, evidence-based, and patient-centered care.
👏 Congratulations, Kathleen!

04/17/2026

Kristi Springall, NP from Development Pediatrics has been recognized with the Pediatric Ambulatory Patient Experience Award!

Kristi was nominated by the staff she works with, reflecting the impact she makes every day.

As shared in her nomination:
“Kristi is constantly going above and beyond for her patients and their families. She reaches out to them often and provides extra support when needed.”

Her dedication, compassion, and commitment to patient-centered care truly exemplify excellence in pediatric care. Congratulations, Kristi!

04/10/2026

Our APPs had a fantastic time at the Hospitalist Spring 2026 Business Retreat!

The day was filled with energy and connection, highlighted by interactive game time that sparked teamwork, collaboration, and a little friendly competition.
🎁 Attendees also enjoyed a gift basket raffle featuring a variety of exciting prizes—there was truly something for everyone!

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make the event both fun and memorable. We’re grateful for such an engaged and collaborative team!

04/07/2026

📣 Advanced Practice Providers Grand Rounds

Join us for an upcoming session focused on identifying and managing weight loss and eating disorders across care settings.

🗓 Tuesday, April 7, 2026
⏰ 12:00 – 1:00 PM
💻 Via WebEx
🔗 Join here: https://upstate.webex.com/upstate/j.php?MTID=me2081515c7ca8c39b4dd04e47dbd2586

This session will cover:
• Key components of a focused weight loss history
• Differential diagnosis of weight loss
• Criteria for inpatient vs. outpatient management
• Levels of care in eating disorders
• Barriers to accessing appropriate treatment

🎤 Speakers:
Elizabeth Lodge, MD, FAAP
Elyssa Max, MSN, RN, PMHNP-BC

Simple, modern video meetings for everyone on the world's most popular and trusted collaboration platform.

03/30/2026

On March 30, 2026, National Doctors’ Day is an opportunity to recognize and thank physicians for their unwavering dedication, clinical excellence, and commitment to patient care. Each day, they navigate complex decisions, lead teams, and invest in teaching that shapes the next generation of healthcare providers.

For Meaghan Strempel, PA currently completing a nine-month Critical Care fellowship, learning is constant. As she shares, “Being part of rounds with Dr. Amzuta brings new lessons every day.” (*Meaghan pictured in blue)

Thank you, Dr. Amzuta, and all the physicians across Upstate, for your dedication, mentorship, and lasting impact on our teams and patients.

03/24/2026

March is Child Life Month at Upstate Golisano 💙

Kelly Winchell, NP and Sara Fisher, NP embody Kindness Day—highlighting compassion and care for every patient and family.

03/18/2026

Bringing both spirit and heart to the day, Christina Martino, NP, showed up in full festive style for St. Patrick’s Day—while also supporting National Health Workforce Well-Being Day 💚

03/12/2026

Congratulations to Christopher Torell, PA, on being elected to the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) 2026 House of Delegates.

Chris became involved with the House of Delegates after seeing fellow PAs participate and was inspired to contribute his voice to shaping the future of the PA profession.

The House of Delegates (HOD) is composed of representatives from AAPA’s constituent organizations and is responsible for establishing policies and position statements on behalf of the PA profession. Chris will attend this year’s meeting in New Orleans from May 15–17 as a member of the New York delegation.

For those interested in professional advocacy or serving as a delegate in future meetings, learn more here:
www.aapa.org/governance/house-of-delegates

03/02/2026

👏 Proud to see Ashley L. Volles, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C representing the future of postgraduate PA training!

Ashley will be serving as a featured speaker in an upcoming NYSSPA webinar focused on postgraduate PA fellowship and residency programs as powerful pathways for both clinical and professional development.

Register here:
When: March 5, 2026 7:00 PM

This webinar will explore the role of postgraduate PA fellowship and residency programs as pathways for clinical and professional development. Current program directors and current/former fellows will share firsthand experiences and answer questions about application processes, daily expectations, a...

02/27/2026

👏 Proud moment for Upstate Advanced Practice!

Yesterday, Jacqueline Kelly, NP represented Upstate Advanced Practice at the 21st Annual Perioperative Medicine Summit, hosted by the Society for Perioperative Assessment & Quality Improvement (SPAQI).

Jacqueline presented her work titled: Development of Accessible and Standardized Institutional Guidelines for Pre-Operative Medication Management.

Her project highlights the power of interdisciplinary collaboration and improved communication — core values of Upstate Advanced Practice — in strengthening perioperative workflows, enhancing medication safety, and supporting evidence-based decision-making across care teams.

👏 Thank you, Jacqueline, for representing Upstate and advancing perioperative excellence on a national stage!

02/24/2026

🎳 Joey's Wish Our 4th Annual Bowling Fundraiser!

Grab your friends and come bowl for a great cause!

💲 $20 per person – Includes pizza, soda, and bowling shoes.
💙 All proceeds will be donated to addiction research.

📅 Saturday, February 28, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Flamingo Bowl
7239 CR-57
Liverpool, NY 13090

🎟 Tickets available at Eventbrite.com
📧 Or email joeyswish97@icloud.com
for tickets and more information.

02/19/2026

Congratulations, Michaela Murphy, NP, on this outstanding and well-deserved accomplishment!! We sincerely appreciate your continued commitment and dedication to providing exceptional care for your CF patients.

Last week we were able to surprise, Michaela Murphy, NP with our C.U.R.E. award recognizing her remarkable contributions to our CF Care Center at SUNY Upstate University Hospital. Thank you, Michaela and congratulations!