ABOUT RES PHYSICAL MEDICINE & REHAB IN BUFFALO, NEW YORK
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We would love to talk with you about the options that are available to help you heal and relieve your pain. If you have been injured in a car accident contact our office.
Clinical Team
MIKHAIL STRUT, MD
Owner & President
Buffalo prolotherapy specialist Dr. Strut has helped thousands of people repair ligament and tendon damage and overcome chronic pain. Set up an appointment with Buffalo’s best prolotherapy doctor, Dr. Mikhail Strut.
Dr. Mikhail Strut has cured chronic pain conditions for thousands of Buffalo patients, with over 80 percent of patients obtaining full relief from their chronic pain and over 90 percent finding at least partial relief.
Dr. Strut is active in the Hackett Hemwall Patterson Foundation, an organization dedicated to helping people around the world, who otherwise would be unable to afford prolotherapy, gain access to this incredible treatment. Each year, this foundation provides free health care to thousands of patients.
Dr. Strut works directly with each patient at our office to individually address their specific symptoms. Always on top of the industry’s advancements and learning new disciplines, Dr. Strut stays on the cutting edge of ligament and tendon repair and pain management. He is the first doctor in Buffalo to use Musculoskeletal Ultrasound to diagnose the issue, as well as guide prolotherapy. This innovative process helps to accurately identify, diagnose, and treat the conditions that cause chronic pain.
JOHN BAUERS, MD
Dr. Bauers has been involved in clinical practice and the management of health care delivery systems for over 40 years. His clinical focus has been adult primary care as a board-certified Internist. He has practiced in multiple clinical settings, including ambulatory office-based practice, skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities, inpatient hospital care, and correctional facilities. He has been on the clinical faculty of the Medical and Pharmacology schools at the University of Buffalo. He has been working full time with RES Physical Medicine and Rehab since January 2020.
Since 2003, Dr. Bauers has pursued the study of the mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of health and well-being. These studies include training as a Master Practitioner of Hypnosis and Neuro-Linguistic Programming. For over 15 years he has been traveling regularly to Hawaii to learn ancient Hawaiian spiritual and healing practices.
“Working at RES has given me the opportunity to bring all my knowledge, skills and experience to focus on assisting people who have experienced physical injuries. My goal is to help them find their way through the complex process of regaining physical, mental, and emotional health and restoring a satisfactory level of function and life experience. We can accomplish this by the thoughtful and coordinated use of physical modes of treatment, interventional therapies such as injections, and the safe and appropriate use of medicines. We are also able to provide treatment not commonly offered in most practice settings.”
REEMA BAWAB, PA
Reema Bawab is a Certified Physician Assistant with 10 years of experience mostly consisting of General Orthopedics and Surgery. She has been working with RES since September of 2021. She is focused on ensuring that patients understand their conditions and that their concerns are heard and are part of the decision making process in terms of their care.
Education
- Daemen College, M.S. in Physician Assistant Studies, Buffalo, NY
- Daemen College, B.S. in Health Science Studies, Buffalo, NY
Accreditations & Professional Memberships
- New York State Education Department, Physician Assistant License
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), Physician Assistant Certification
Andrew P Booth, PA
Education
- Daemen College, M.S. in Physician Assistant Studies, Buffalo, NY
- Daemen College, B.S. in Health Science Studies, Magna Cum Laude, Buffalo, NY
- President’s Scholarship Recipient
- Partners in Health Education for People with Disabilities (PHEPD) Training
Accreditations & Professional Memberships
- New York State Education Department, Physician Assistant License
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), Physician Assistant Certification
- Member, American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)
JENNIFER MUSCARELLA, PA
“I am a board-certified physician assistant with over 20 years’ experience. I’ve spent a large portion of my career performing interventional radiology procedures. I embrace pain management and I believe patients deserve to be involved in their own care. I love to discuss various modalities to help guide their paths. I am NYS board certified and hold a national certification with NCCPA. I am compliant with NYS infection control training, BLS and ACLS certifications. I am able to perform acoustic wave therapy, cryotherapy, trigger point injections, occipital nerve blocks as well as cortisone injections. Outside of work, my family is my main priority. I enjoy all outdoor activities and of course, the Buffalo Bills!”
Education
- 2001-2003 Associate of Surgical Physician Assistant, Cuyahoga Community College
- 1996-1998 Bachelors of Science/Biology, Greensboro College – Magna Cum Laude
- 1987-1988 Diploma of Radiologic Technology, Millard Fillmore School of Radiology
Certifications
- NCCPA Board Certified
- NYS Licensed physician assistant
- ARRT certified
- BLS/ACLS certified
Brice Derry, X-Ray Technician
Prior to his career in healthcare, Brice served in the United States Navy, honing his skills in leadership, organization and attention to detail. This military background instilled in him a strong work ethic and a commitment to excellence that he carries into every aspect of his life.
Outside of work, Brice finds joy and fulfillment in family life. With three daughters keeping him and his wife on their toes, he embraces the chaos and cherishes the moments spent together. Brice relishes any opportunity to breathe in the fresh air and soak up the beauty of nature, often indulging his love for golf whenever time permits. With a diverse range of experiences and a genuine passion for his work and family, Brice embodies the essence of a well-rounded individual dedicated to making a positive impact in both his professional and personal spheres.
BAILEY, OFFICE THERAPY DOG
Administrative Team
Lana Strut, Vice-President
Jonathan Orlow, Chief of Operations
Rachel Enright, Clinical Director
From humble beginnings at the front desk to my current role as Clinical Director, my journey at RES Physical Medicine and Rehab has been one of growth, dedication, and a relentless pursuit of excellence in patient care. Since joining this esteemed practice in 2011, I’ve worn many hats, each experience shaping me into the healthcare professional I am today. Eager to expand my knowledge and skills, I took on various roles throughout the office, including administrative tasks, assisting physicians, and coordinating patient care. Armed with clinical expertise and a heart for advocacy, I continued to serve our patients with dedication and compassion. Driven by a desire to address the broader social factors influencing health outcomes, I pursued a Master’s in Social Work (MSW), merging my clinical background with a deep understanding of social determinants of health. Today, as Clinical Director, I am privileged to lead a team of exceptional healthcare professionals dedicated to providing comprehensive care to our patients. Together, we strive to create a supportive and compassionate environment where every individual feels heard, respected, and empowered on their healthcare journey.
Darryl Heusinger, Project Manager
Collaborator. Communicator. Researcher. Having worked in the office since 2017, Darryl has worn many hats and worked in many departments at RES: as Front Office Supervisor, Medical Records Custodian, Billing Manager, and you may even recognize his voice on the outgoing messages when you call in! With this holistic view of the practice, he has taken on the new role of Project Manager, working with leadership on an array of tasks and assignments to improve organizational quality and efficiency. A nuanced and expert multimodal communicator with an authentic voice that is clear, empathetic, and effective, he is motivated by independent research to optimize systems so that both patients and staff have the best experience possible.
A proud Fil-Am, he lived in NYC and LA before arriving in Buffalo. He loves music, food, film, sci-fi/fantasy novels, is fluent in French, and plays well with others. An actor for over 26 years, Darryl has also performed on Broadway and in theatres across the country under his professional stage name, Darryl Semira.
“Kindness Eases Change.” – Octavia Butler
Shalara Middlebrooks, Billing Manager
Having worked in nearly every aspect of the billing process, from the front desk to the final steps in denials, Shalara describes herself as an educator, a communicator, and ambitious. She has been working in the medical field since 2010, and is a Certified Professional Coder as well as a Certified Professional Medical Auditor. At RES, Shalara supervises the billing department and works collaboratively with other managers and administration to ensure timely billing, reporting, and account management. In her off time, she loves to travel and to cook.
“When you learn, teach, when you get, give.” – Maya Angelou
Cassandra Piccione, PA
Bio coming soon.
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