Conemaugh Physicians Recognized by Pennsylvania Medical Society for Doctor's Day

Conemaugh Health System is proud to announce that more than a dozen physicians from across the health system were recognized by the Pennsylvania Medical Society (PAMED) as part of its statewide Doctors’ Day 2026 celebration honoring physicians for their dedication, compassion, and commitment to patient care.

The physicians recognized represent a broad range of specialties and practice locations throughout Conemaugh Health System, reflecting the depth of expertise and quality care available to communities across the region.

“On behalf of Conemaugh Health System, we are incredibly proud to see so many of our physicians recognized by the Pennsylvania Medical Society,” said Rodney D. Reider, Chief Executive Officer of Conemaugh Health System. “Their commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate care is the foundation of everything we do. This recognition speaks not only to their clinical excellence, but also to the trust, compassion, and meaningful relationships they build with patients and families every day.”

Observed annually on March 30, National Doctors’ Day recognizes physicians for the vital role they play in improving lives, advancing healthcare, and strengthening the communities they serve.

Now in its fourth year, PAMED’s Doctors’ Day recognition program continues a tradition that began in response to the extraordinary dedication demonstrated by physicians during the COVID-19 pandemic. What started as a gesture of gratitude has evolved into an annual statewide celebration honoring the resilience, compassion, and unwavering commitment physicians bring to their profession each day.

“Doctors’ Day is our opportunity to honor the incredible physicians who dedicate their lives to healing others, and Pennsylvania’s physicians are truly deserving of our deepest gratitude,” said Martin Raniowski, CEO and Executive Vice President of PAMED. “Day after day, they provide exceptional, compassionate care to their patients while navigating increasingly complex and demanding healthcare environments with grace, skill, and unwavering commitment. Today, and every day, PAMED is honored to recognize these remarkable physicians.”

The following Conemaugh Health System physicians were recognized as part of PAMED’s Doctors’ Day 2026 celebration:

• Riwaj Bhagat, MD – Neurology
• Krishna Bhat, MD – Cardiology
• Charles Camacho, MD – Obstetrics & Gynecology
• Karleigh Curfman, MD – General & Colorectal Surgery
• Corey Coleman, MD – Emergency Medicine, Conemaugh Nason Medical Center
• Russell Dumire, MD – Trauma Surgery
• Elizabeth Dunmore, MD – Chief Medical Officer and Internal Medicine
• Michael Galuska, MD – Emergency Medicine
• Mohsin Hamid, MD – Pulmonology
• Monika Kusuma Pringle, MD – Family Medicine
• Nicholas Lanciano, DO – Neurology
• Kenneth Leslie, DO – Emergency Medicine, Conemaugh Meyersdale Medical Center
• Olena MacNichol, MD – Hospitalist
• Mark Ratchford, DO – Family Medicine
• Paul Rollins, MD – Plastic Surgery
• Mikki Sapkota, MD – Neurology
• Jennifer Silvis, MD – Trauma Surgery
• Jacob Stern, DO – Emergency Medicine, Conemaugh Nason Medical Center
• Michaeleen Wilson, DO – Family Medicine

Conemaugh Health System extends its sincere congratulations and gratitude to these outstanding physicians for their continued dedication to delivering exceptional care and for helping fulfill the health system’s mission of making communities healthier.