Meet Our Staff

Medical Providers

Andrea Bertke, MSN, FNP-C

Ms. Bertke graduated from The University of Toledo with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She then continued her education at Walden University, where she successfully earned a Master of Science in Nursing and her certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Ms. Bertke provides care for patients of all ages, and has been a Certified Nurse Practitioner at Family Health Services since 2015.

Tracy Byington, LISW-S

Tracy Byington, LISW returns to FHS December 2019. She brings over 25 years experience in a variety of community and mental health settings. Tracy graduated from BGSU with her undergrad and received her Masters of Social Work from the Ohio State University. Tracy provides a multi-dimensional approach to meet the needs of the individual. Her training includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Informed, Mindfulness and Motivational Interviewing. Tracy is now seeing patients of all ages.

Hannah Cavender, MSW, LSW

Ms. Cavender graduated from Cleveland State University with her Bachelor of Social Work and became a Licensed Social Worker. After practicing social work in the greater Cleveland area, she continued her education at The Ohio State University earning her Master of Social Work. She provides counseling for children and adolescents at the FHS Sandusky School Clinic.

Joshua Durkalski, LISW-S

Mr. Durkalski graduated from Cleveland State University with a Bachelor of Social Work. He continued his education at The University of Akron, graduating with his Master of Clinical Social Work. Mr. Durkalski is a Licensed Independent Social Worker with his Supervisor endorsement. He comes to us from the Cleveland area with six years of community mental health experience working with both children and adults.

Renee Leber, LISW-S

Renee graduated from Defiance College and continued her education at Case Western Reserve University for her Master’s in Social Work. She has been licensed since 2007 with a focus in abuse and trauma working with all ages using evidence based practices such as Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) with children and Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) with children and adults. Ms. Leber also addresses social and family adjustments and mood disorders such as anxiety, depression, bipolar, and inattention. She is very passionate about empowering those around her to see their own inner strength.

Katherine Myerholtz, MSN, FNP-C

Ms. Myerholtz graduated from Malone University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She continued her education at The University of Toledo, graduating with her Master of Science in Nursing and successfully received her certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Ms. Myerholtz has been a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner at Family Health Services since 2013, and provides care to patients of all ages. Additionally she serves as our Associate Medical Director.

Mary Peters, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC

Mary A. Peters obtained her Registered Nurse diploma from Providence Hospital, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from College of Mount Saint Joseph, a Master’s in Nursing and Family Nurse Practitioner degree through the University of Toledo, a Doctor of Nursing through the University of Toledo and Wright State University Consortium, and her Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certification through the University of Cincinnati. Mary looks forward to serving her patients and the community.

Edward Radatz, DO

Dr. Radatz completed his undergraduate degree from Anderson College in Indiana and attended medical school at Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He has over 30 years of experience practicing medicine, and joins FHS from Firelands Regional Medical Center as an attending emergency medicine physician. Additionally, Dr. Radatz serves as our Medical Director.

Jennifer Richardson, MSN, CNP

Jennifer graduated from Ohio University with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She then went on to further her education at University of Cincinnati where she obtained her Family Nurse Practitioner certification and Master of Science in Nursing. Jennifer joins Family Health Services and is able to provide care for patients of all ages.

Laura Spasic, MSN, CNP

Laura graduated from The University of Akron with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She then went on to successfully receive her Master of Science in Nursing and her certification as an Adult Practitioner from The University of Akron. Laura specializes in adult medicine, and joined Family Health Services in 2017.

Erin Thompson, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC

Erin graduated from Kent State University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She receive her Master of Science in Nursing and Family Nurse Practitioner Certification from Kaplan University. Erin went on to complete her Post Masters Certificate in Psychiatry from the University of Cincinnati. Erin can treat patients of all ages and joined Family Health Services in 2020.

Residency Physicians

We participate as a clinical training site with Firelands Regional Medical Center’s graduate medical education residents.

Eric Mast, DO
Program Director

Paul Bruner, DO
Faculty

Kari Ketvertis, MD
Faculty

Matthew Braniecki, DO
Faculty

Kevin Carnahan, DO, attended Wright State University for his undergraduate degree and Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine for his medical degree. His hobbies include sailing, construction, woodworking, and architecture, and he is very close with his parents, sister, and two nephews.

Kevin Carnahan, DO
PGY 3

Dr. Emily Lanzola attended the College of Wooster where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in biology. She attended the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine in Athens for medical school. She enjoys cooking, baking, spending time with her husband, family and friends, and traveling.

Emily Lanzola, DO
PGY 3

Dan Delaney, DO attended Millikin University for his undergraduate degree. For medical school, he attended Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine. In his spare time, he enjoys playing badminton, playing video games, reading epic fantasy, writing and playing music.

Daniel Delaney, DO
PGY 2

Dr. Marie Gerow attended the Notre Dame of Ohio where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, and NEOMED for medical school. She enjoys hiking and exploring nature, card/board games, cooking, spending time with family, reading mystery novels by the fire, and having coffee with friends.

Marie Gerow, MD
PGY 2

Dr. Ramiz Momin attended the Texas A&M University of College Station for his undergraduate degree, and Ross University School of Medicine for medical school. His areas of interest include meditation, philosophy, and the study of religious mysticism. He enjoys cooking, traveling, playing any sport, and reading self-help books.

Ramiz Momin, MD
PGY 2

Austen Smith, DO, attended The Ohio State University for his undergraduate degree. For medical school, Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. In his spare time, he enjoys watching the Columbus Blue Jackets and Buckeye football, and exploring new restaurants.

Austen Smith, DO
PGY 2

Aaron Martinez, DO, attended Metropolitan State University of Denver for his undergraduate degree. For medical school, he attended Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife, kids, two dogs and two cats.

Aaron Martinez, DO
PGY 2

Timothy Cutler, DO, attended the University of Dayton for for his undergraduate degree. For medical school, Dr. Cutler attended OUHCOM- Cleveland. In his spare time, he enjoys playing games with his family, and helping his younger cousins prepare for livestock shows.

Timothy Cutler, DO
PGY 2

Emily Cox, DO
PGY 1

Christian Lowrie, DO
PGY 1

Joseph Jackmovich, DO
PGY 1

Alexandra Prosser, MD
PGY 1

Tyler Bender, DO
Transitional

Derrek Schartz, MD
Transitional

Anuj Shah, DO
Transitional

Emily Young, MD
Transitional

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Clinical Staff

Ashley A.
BH Medical Receptionist

Odessa A.
Communication Center Coordinator

Tabitha A.
Medical Receptionist

Kathy B.
Call Center

Kelly C.
Medical Assistant

Bridgette D.
Medical Receptionist

Tiffany G.
Medical Assistant/Receptionist

Te’Qeira G.
LPN

Rachel H.
Medical Receptionist

Jaida H.
Medical Assistant/Receptionist

Laura H.
PCMH/Chronic Care Coordinator

Erika J.
Medical Assistant

Lisa J.
LPN

Theresa K.
LPN

Heather L.
Medical Assistant

Alexis M.
Medical Assistant

Mikayla M.
Medical Assistant

Sheila S.
LPN

Sue W.
LPN

Ciera W.
Medical Assistant

Dental Staff

Joseph Rizk, DMD – Dental Director

Dr. Rizk completed his Bachelor of Biological Sciences from Wayne State University and received his Master of Basic Medical Sciences from Wayne State University. Dr. Rizk went on to complete his Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry from Temple Kornberg School of Dentistry. He has over 10 years of experience performing operative, oral surgery, endodontics, removable and fixed dental procedures. He has extensive knowledge and experience of dental clinic operations, maintenance, payroll, budgeting, and recruiting. Dr. Rizk successfully provided complete direction and oversight of the entirety of Mary’s Center Dental Department in Washington D.C. Additionally, Dr. Rizk serves as FHS’ Dental Director.

Alexis Bodkin
Dental Assistant

Emily DiBucci
Dental Hygienist

Amanda Hatlay
Dental Assistant

Kaytlyn Houghtlen
Dental Assistant

Jordynn Luttman
Dental Receptionist

Administrative Staff

Sarah Bankieris
Panel Manager
sarahb@familyhs.org

MarLana Binkley
Assistant Controller
marlanab@familyhs.org

Lydia Brennan
Clinical Site Manager
lydiab@familyhs.org

Ya’Shica Brown
Outreach & Enrollment
yashicab@familyhs.org

Nicole Schafer
Executive Assistant
nicoles@familyhs.org

Executive Officers

David P. Tatro, Sr., MBA, FABC – CEO/CFO
davidt@familyhs.org

Mr. Tatro comes to Sandusky, Ohio with 30 years’ experience in healthcare management. A native of Western Massachusetts, Mr. Tatro brings a strong background in organizational leadership, strategic planning and revenue enhancement through community partnerships. A former Chief Operations Officer for the last 10 years at Mary’s Center in Washington, D.C., Mr. Tatro grew the company from $8 million in 2009 to over $65 million in 2018. Mr. Tatro was also the founder and Chief Financial Officer for the Capital Clinical Integrated Network in Washington, D.C. which was comprised of multiple FQHC’s and Managed Care Organizations. Mr. Tatro is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts in Amherst, MA and received his MBA from Rivier College in Nashua, NH. He is a Fellow of the Advisory Board Company in Washington, D.C. Additionally, he is an active member of the Capital Chapter of the Nam Knights and a member of Freemasonry, of which both groups support veterans and philanthropically assist local communities. He and his wife Adele will be relocating to the Sandusky area. They have two adult children, Erika Rose and David Jr.

Edward Radatz, DO – Medical Director

Dr. Radatz completed his undergraduate degree from Anderson College in Indiana and attended medical school at Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He has over 30 years of experience practicing medicine, and joins FHS from Firelands Regional Medical Center as an attending emergency medicine physician. Additionally, Dr. Radatz serves as FHS’ Medical Director.

Katherine Myerholtz, MSN, FNP-C – Associate Medical Director

Ms. Myerholtz graduated from Malone University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She then continued her education at The University of Toledo, graduating with her Master of Science in Nursing and successfully receiving her certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner. Ms. Myerholtz has been a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner at Family Health Services for 4 years providing care to patients of all ages. Additionally she serves as our Associate Medical Director.